What is Google Cloud Platform Fundamentals Course?

The Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Fundamentals Course is an introductory training course designed to provide professionals with the essential knowledge and skills needed to navigate and utilise the core services of Google Cloud. This course focuses on offering a foundational understanding of Google Cloud's capabilities, enabling learners to effectively manage cloud infrastructure, optimise resources, and leverage GCP tools for business innovation.

Learners will explore key topics, including GCP's core products and services, cloud architecture, networking, security, and data management. The course covers the different layers of cloud computing, including computing, storage, and networking, preparing learners to work with GCP to support scalable, secure, and efficient cloud environments.

This 1-Day Google Cloud Platform Fundamentals Course by Oakwood International equips participants with the foundational knowledge to begin their journey in cloud computing, helping them gain confidence in managing GCP projects and infrastructure. It is ideal for professionals who wish to build their understanding of cloud platforms and explore how to leverage the powerful tools Google Cloud provides. 

 

Course Objectives
 

  • Understand the key components and architecture of the Google Cloud Platform
  • Deploy and manage VMs, containers, and serverless computing on GCP
  • Gain insights into GCP services, including Compute Engine and BigQuery
  • Develop a foundational knowledge of cloud networking and identity management
  • Explore GCP integration with Google services for analytics and machine learning
  • Understand best practices for managing costs and optimising GCP resource utilisation
  • Secure GCP environments with identity management, encryption, and compliance

Upon completion, learners will possess the foundational knowledge required to begin using Google Cloud Platform, making them ready to take on cloud-based projects with confidence and efficiency.

Course Outline

Google Cloud Platform Fundamentals Course

Module 1: Introduction to Google Cloud Platform 

  • Overview
  • Google Cloud Infrastructure
  • Google Cloud Platform Services
  • GCP Regions and Zones
  • Edge Caching
  • Cloud Content Delivery Network
     

Module 2: Setting Up Accounts and Billing 

  • Google Cloud Platform Accounts
  • Billing Accounts
  • Projects
  • Admin Setup
     

Module 3: Networking 

  • Google Cloud Platform Networks
  • Subnets
  • Routes
  • Firewall Rules
  • VMs in Networks
  • Add VMs, Explore the Default Network, and Test Connectivity
     

Module 4: Working with VM Instances 

  • Google Compute Engine Machine Types
  • Instances
  • Persistent Disks
  • Local SSDs
  • Preemptible VMs
  • VM and Web App Deployment
  • Deploy VMs with an App by Console and Command-Line
     

Module 5: Scaling and Load Balancing Apps 

  • Google Compute Engine Instance Templates
  • Managed Instance Groups and Load Balancing
  • Autoscaling and Load Balancing Setup
  • Lab: Scale and Load Balance Instances and Test Under Load
     

Module 6: Isolating Instances and Apps 

  • 3-Tier Web App in GCP
  • Custom Network with Custom Subnets and Firewall Rules
  • Lab: Build a 3-Tier Web App with Public Front-End and Private Backend
     

Module 7: Using Storage as a Service and Database as a Service 

  • Google Cloud Storage and Google Cloud SQL
  • Lab: Use Gsutil Command-Line Tool to Perform Operations on Buckets and Objects
  • Lab: Load and Analyse Data in BigQuery
     

Module 8: Deployment and Monitoring 

  • Google Cloud Deployment Manager, Google StackDriver
  • Lab: Deploy Your Infrastructure Using Deployment Manager

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  • No course includes are available.

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  • elearning eLearning Materials
  • exam Study Resources
  • certificate Completion Certificate
  • study Tutor Support
  • workbook Interactive Quizzes
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  • Live virtual classes led by experienced trainers, offering real-time interaction and guidance for optimal learning outcomes.

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  • Flexible learning at your own pace, with access to comprehensive course materials and resources available anytime, anywhere.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What key topics are covered in the Google Cloud Platform Fundamentals Course?

The course covers GCP's core products and services, including Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, BigQuery, cloud networking, security, and identity management. 

Q. Who should take the Google Cloud Platform Fundamentals Course?

It is designed for cloud engineers, IT professionals, system administrators, DevOps engineers, and software developers looking to gain foundational knowledge of GCP. 

Q. What will I be able to do after completing the Google Cloud Platform Fundamentals Course?

Learners will be able to deploy and manage virtual machines, containers, and serverless computing while optimising resource usage on GCP. 

Q. How does the Google Cloud Platform Fundamentals Course help with GCP security and networking?

The course provides foundational knowledge in securing GCP environments, including identity management, encryption, and cloud networking. 

Q. The course provides foundational knowledge in securing GCP environments, including identity management, encryption, and cloud networking.

The course provides foundational knowledge in securing GCP environments, including identity management, encryption, and cloud networking. 

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