Google Workspace: Administrator Essentials

This course is part of Exam Prep: Google Cloud Workspace Administrator Associate Specialization

Instructor: Whizlabs Instructor

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Configure, control, and integrate core Google Workspace applications and services to optimize collaboration and productivity for an organization.
Design and implement an efficient organizational structure in Google Workspace to optimize administration and service delivery.
Effectively manage user accounts, groups, and contacts within a Google Workspace domain, including integrating with external directories.

Skills you'll gain

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Assessments

4 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the Exam Prep: Google Cloud Workspace Administrator Associate Specialization

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There are 2 modules in this course

Google Workspace: Administrator Essentials is the first course of Exam Prep: Google Cloud Certified Associate Google Workspace Administrator Specialization. The course covers the administration and configuration of core Google Workspace services like Gmail, Drive, and Calendar, along with managing service integrations. Practical emphasis is placed on implementing automation for efficiency and controlling all aspects of Google Workspace services. Through hands-on demos, participants will gain real-world experience in managing user, resource, and shared drive lifecycles and configuring the diverse suite of Google Workspace applications.

The course is divided into two modules, and Lessons and Video Lectures further segment each module. This course facilitates learners with approximately 3:00-3:30 Hours of Video lectures that provide both Theory and Hands-On knowledge. Also, Graded and Ungraded Quizzes are provided with every module to test the ability of learners. Module 1: User and Resource Management in Google Workspace Module 2: Configure and Control Services in Google Workspace This course is designed for IT professionals, system administrators, cloud administrators, and anyone responsible for managing and maintaining Google Workspace environments. - IT Administrator - Technical Support Engineer - Collaboration Engineer - Google Workspace Administrator By the end of the course, learners will be able to: - Design and implement an efficient organizational structure in Google Workspace to optimize administration and service delivery. - Configure, control, and integrate core Google Workspace applications and services to optimize collaboration and productivity for an organization. - Automate routine Google Workspace administration tasks and manage the lifecycle of users, resources, and shared drives.

Welcome to Week 1. This week, we'll begin by exploring user management, covering both individual user accounts and the synchronization of data between your Google domain and Microsoft Active Directory or LDAP servers. We'll learn to effectively manage organizational structures and create and maintain groups. We'll also delve into contact management, ensuring seamless communication within your domain. Through practical demonstrations, we'll gain hands-on experience in managing the complete life cycle of users, resources, and shared drives. By the end of this module, you'll be equipped to efficiently administer and maintain your Google Workspace environment, ensuring smooth operations and effective collaboration.

What's included

12 videos2 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt

12 videosTotal 70 minutes

Course Overview3 minutes
Managing Users7 minutes
Managing User Licenses4 minutes
Implications of Google Workspace APIs5 minutes
Synchronizing Data in Your Google Domain with Your Microsoft Active Directory or LDAP Server8 minutes
Provisioning OUs and Policies7 minutes
Verify Domains and Export Data4 minutes
Managing Groups2 minutes
Managing Contacts2 minutes
Demo - Managing Users7 minutes
Demo - Managing Resources7 minutes
Demo - Managing Shared Drive Life Cycles7 minutes

2 readingsTotal 30 minutes

Welcome to the Course20 minutes
Overview of User and Resource Management in Google Workspace10 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 40 minutes

User and Resource Management in Google Workspace - Assessment20 minutes
Managing Users, Groups, and Shared Drive Life Cycles - Knowledge Check20 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

Meet and Greet10 minutes

Welcome to Week 2. This week, we'll delve into the administration of Google Workspace services, providing you with the skills to efficiently manage your organization's digital workspace. We'll explore configuring and managing Google Workspace Core Apps in two parts, covering essential applications and their settings. We'll learn about managing service integrations, ensuring seamless connectivity and functionality across various platforms. We'll also dive into implementing automation within Google Workspace, streamlining routine tasks and enhancing productivity. By the end of this module, you'll be proficient in administering and optimizing your Google Workspace environment.