Advanced Steel Structure Analysis & Design Course Outline
Total Class: 13 ~15Nos (depending on course situation)
Class Duration: 1.5 hrs.~2.0 hrs.
Class Start Time: 9.30 pm. (Weekly 2 Days)
Class-01: Introduction
- Overall Course Outline Discussion
- Software introduction for connection design & brief of model preparation.
Class-02: Building Framing System (OMF, IMF & SMF, DUAL System, OCBF, OSCB, EBF, etc.)
- Soil Category calculation from Soil Test Report
- Seismic Design Category
- Framing System criteria
- Compact Section, Non-compact section
- Bracing criteria for OCBF, OSCB, EBF, etc.
- Local Buckling, Lateral Torsional Buckling
Class-03: Building Irregularities
- Vertical Irregularities
- Plan Irregularities
- Irregularity effects on structures & how to solve
Class-04: Direct Analysis & P-delta effect
- How to Assign Notional Load
- K value in direct Analysis
- Advantages & Disadvantages of direct analysis
- What is p-delta effect
- Why it is done?
- Advantages & Disadvantages of p-delta analysis
- Staad model using p-delta effects & direct analysis
Class-05, 06 & 07: Earthquake Engineering
- Elements of Engineering Seismology
- Philosophy and principal of Earthquake Resistant Design of steel Structures
- Theory of Structural Dynamics
Class-08: Response Spectrum analysis
- What is Response Spectrum analysis
- Why it is done?
- Advantages & Disadvantages of Response Spectrum analysis
- Staad model using Response Spectrum analysis
- Base shear effects using Response Spectrum analysis
Class-09: Crane Load Calculation & Application through staad model
- Crane load manual calculation & design procedure by staad model
Class-10: Design of Mezzanine building as per IMF & SMF Criteria
- As per IMF criteria how to choose a section
- Value of R & Cd in IMF
- How to design bracing as per OCBF, OSCB, EBF, etc.
- Sub beam design criteria
- The inclined bracing calculation for sub-beam
- As per SMF criteria how to choose a section
- Value of R & Cd in SMF
- Drift calculation & check for all framing system
Class-11: Detailing & Connection design of Mezz. Building as per Seismic criteria
- Connection design using Ram Connection for SMF & IMF
- Special Bracing Connection
- Additional Stiffener position
Class-12: Design criteria for lock seam roof & Materials required on lock seam roof
- What is lock Seam Roof?
- Lock seam roof advantages & disadvantages
- Bracing criteria for lock seam roof
- Effects on Dead load & Purlin Design
- Rubber filler calculations
- Foam filler calculations,
- Anti-wind clip calculations,
- Aluminum Strap calculations
- Standing Seam Clip estimation
Class-13: Examination & Valuation
- Examination of whole lecture & who will obtain 1st position will get a surprise gift/offer.
Curriculum
- 15 Sections
- 16 Lessons
- 150 Weeks
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This course is designed for:
Civil & Structural Engineers
Structural Design Consultants
Engineering Students & Graduates (Civil, Structural, Construction)
Project Managers & Construction Professionals
Researchers & Academicians
BIM & Structural Software Professionals
Participants should have:
A basic understanding of structural analysis and steel structures
Familiarity with civil engineering principles and design codes
Basic knowledge of structural software (STAAD.Pro, ETABS, SAP2000, or similar) is recommended but not mandatory
The course will primarily use:
STAAD.Pro for structural analysis and design
RAM Connection for connection detailing
Other relevant software tools for connection design and seismic analysis
Total Classes: 13–15 sessions
Class Duration: 1.5 to 2 hours per session
Class Timing: 9:30 PM (weekly 2 days)
Teaching Method: Online interactive lectures with practical demonstrations
Yes! The course includes:
Live demonstrations of STAAD.Pro and RAM Connection
Hands-on projects for seismic-resistant building design
Software modeling and analysis exercises
The course covers:
Building Framing Systems (OMF, IMF, SMF, OCBF, EBF, etc.)
Seismic Design & Earthquake Engineering
Direct Analysis Method & P-delta Effects
Response Spectrum Analysis & Base Shear Effects
Crane Load Calculation & Mezzanine Building Design
Structural Detailing & Connection Design
Yes, a certificate of completion will be provided to all participants who successfully complete the course.
Gain industry-relevant skills in advanced steel structure analysis & design
Learn how to use structural software efficiently
Get exposure to seismic-resistant and high-rise building design
Enhance your resume and boost career opportunities in structural engineering
Requirements
- BSc./MSc. In Civil Engineering
Features
- Comprehensive Curriculum Covers building framing systems, seismic design, P-delta effects, earthquake engineering, response spectrum analysis, and connection detailing. Includes advanced concepts like direct analysis method, crane load calculations, and lock seam roof design.
- Practical Hands-on Training Real-world applications using STAAD.Pro and RAM Connection. Step-by-step modeling and analysis for steel structures, seismic bracing, and crane load applications.
- Focus on Earthquake Engineering & Structural Dynamics Detailed coverage of seismic-resistant steel structures. Practical implementation of seismic load calculations, response spectrum analysis, and drift checks.
- Advanced Structural Analysis Techniques Explores Direct Analysis Method (DAM) & P-delta effects for stability. Includes local buckling, lateral torsional buckling, and irregularities in building design.
- Real-World Project-Based Learning Hands-on experience in designing industrial, mezzanine, and seismic-resistant buildings. Practical exercises to apply learning to real-life engineering challenges.
- Expert-Led Sessions Taught by experienced structural engineers and industry experts. Live demonstrations of software modeling, design optimization, and connection detailing.
- Industry-Relevant Software Training Training on STAAD.Pro for structural analysis and RAM Connection for detailing. Application of IMF, SMF, OCBF, EBF, and OSCB framing systems.
- Crane Load & Mezzanine Building Design Manual and software-based crane load calculations and application. Mezzanine structure design following IMF & SMF criteria.
- Structural Detailing & Connection Design Covers special bracing connections, stiffener placement, and seismic detailing. Hands-on training on connection design using RAM Connection software.
Target audiences
- Civil & Structural Engineers
- Researchers & Academicians