Total study time: 24 hours
How can you get more out of your geospatial data with Google Cloud? In this fully online, one-on-one course, you’ll discover how to use Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to store, analyze, and visualize geodata efficiently. Through self-paced lessons and live virtual sessions, you’ll learn the basics of cloud computing and apply them directly to real-world geospatial workflows.
Google Cloud is a powerful cloud computing platform that helps organizations process and manage data at scale. In the geospatial and geo-information sector, it plays a vital role. It gives professionals the tools to handle large datasets—without the need for complex technical infrastructure.
With GCP, you can securely store spatial data and access high-performance tools like BigQuery and Google Earth Engine. These services offer powerful analysis capabilities and advanced processing—making them essential for modern geospatial workflows.
Google Cloud also includes a broad range of services built for spatial data—from scalable storage and compute power to specialized geospatial tools like BigQuery GIS. With these tools, you can manage data-heavy projects more quickly and efficiently.
This course gives you a solid introduction to cloud computing and shows you how to use Google Cloud Platform (GCP) effectively in your own projects. It’s built for professionals who want to understand how GCP compares to other platforms—and how it supports spatial data storage, processing, and analysis.
You’ll start with the basics of cloud computing and learn how GCP handles core services like virtual machines, databases, and storage. Then, you’ll explore tools like Kubernetes Engine, Cloud Storage, and BigQuery to see how they work together in geospatial workflows.
As you move forward, you’ll also cover security and cost management. You’ll learn how Google Cloud keeps data safe with strong built-in protections, and how to manage resources efficiently. Plus, we’ll go over best practices for securing applications and using IAM (Identity and Access Management) to control access.
Finally, the course puts a strong focus on GIS. You’ll see how to apply GCP in real-world geospatial projects using tools like BigQuery GIS and Google Maps Platform.
Blended learning gives you the best of both worlds—live interaction and flexible, self-paced study—so you can build practical, job-ready skills using Google Cloud for geospatial analysis.
We kick things off with a live session where you’ll work with real geospatial datasets right away. Guided by experts, you’ll learn how to process, analyze, and visualize spatial data using BigQuery GIS and Google Maps Platform.
Next, our self-paced modules let you explore cloud concepts on your own schedule. You’ll cover topics like cloud storage, access management, and cost optimization. Along the way, you’ll apply these concepts using Compute Engine, BigQuery, and other core GCP services.
Then, in a second live session, you’ll apply your new skills to real GIS projects. You’ll create cloud-based workflows, solve challenges, and get personalized feedback to improve your results.
A highlight of the course is its case-based approach. You’ll build practical outputs—such as dashboards, scripts, or scalable data pipelines—that you can immediately use in your day-to-day work.
By combining expert-led training with flexible learning, this course helps you go beyond the basics. You’ll finish with the confidence and skills to apply Google Cloud in real GIS environments and make smarter, faster decisions with your data.
After completing this course, you will be able to:
Do you have questions about the course content? Not sure if the course aligns with your learning objectives? Or would you prefer a private session or in-company training? We’re happy to assist—feel free to get in touch.
We aim to make our courses accessible to as many people as possible. If the course fee is a concern, instead of registering directly, you can indicate on the registration form that you’d like to receive a quote tailored to your needs. In many cases, we can offer flexible solutions. For instance, we can adjust the course content for large groups, shorten the course based on existing knowledge, or offer daily rates to suit your requirements.
Yes, you can reach out to the instructor with questions for up to 2 weeks after the course. Since the instructor is likely teaching other courses, we recommend emailing your questions to info@geo-ict.com. We’ll forward your inquiry to the instructor, and you’ll receive a response within 24 hours. After the 2-week period, we recommend using our Personalized Online Support for continued assistance.
Yes, we offer on-site training regularly throughout the Netherlands. Our instructor will bring laptops for the participants, and all you need to do is arrange a suitable room at your location.
Please send your requirements to info@geo-ict.com, and we will provide a customized quote, which will include travel and accommodation costs. Once the quote is confirmed, our course coordinator will reach out to schedule the training days.
After each course, participants receive a link to our evaluation portal where you can share your feedback on what you liked and didn’t like. We strive to provide a great experience for all our participants, but if you have a complaint, please click on ‘Complaints Procedure’ in the portal. This document will guide you through the steps to take. Geo-ICT Training Center, Netherlands, is a member of the Dutch Council for Training and Education (NRTO), ensuring a fair and transparent process.
Courses are typically scheduled according to the Dutch time zone, with sessions running from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. For participants in different time zones, we adjust the course times in consultation with you.