Structural Design Engineering – Analysis & Design of Structural Systems

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Introduction

This course delivers comprehensive training in the design and analysis of structural components including steel, concrete, and composite structures. It focuses on structural behavior, load analysis, design codes, and software tools such as STAAD Pro and ETABS. Ideal for civil and mechanical engineers, this course prepares professionals to work on real-world infrastructure, industrial plants, buildings, and bridges.

Modules and Content

Module 1: Introduction to Structural Design
  • Overview of structural engineering and its significance
  • Types of structures and materials (concrete, steel, composite)
  • Role of codes and standards (IS, AISC, Eurocode)
  • Types of loads: dead, live, wind, seismic, temperature
  • Load path and distribution
  • Load combinations as per IS 875 and IS 1893
  • Support reactions and types of structures
  • Bending moment and shear force diagrams
  • Deflection and slope calculation methods
  • Properties of concrete and reinforcement
  • Design of beams, slabs, columns, and footings
  • Detailing, development length, and anchorage
  • Design of tension members, compression members, and beams
  • Bolted and welded connections
  • Industrial shed/truss and portal frame design
  • Types of foundations: shallow, deep, pile
  • Bearing capacity and settlement
  • Raft and mat foundation concepts
  • Earthquake loads as per IS 1893
  • Wind load design as per IS 875 Part 3
  • Structural stability, ductility, and base shear
  • Introduction to STAAD Pro interface and workflow
  • Model generation, load application, analysis
  • Interpretation of results and design verification
  • Structural modeling of high-rise buildings
  • Analysis under gravity and lateral loads
  • Column-beam-slab detailing and report generation
  • Complete structural design of a residential or industrial building
  • Preparing calculation sheets, drawings, and BOQ
  • Design report preparation as per client/project standards

Scope & Advantages

With rapid growth in infrastructure and urban development, structural design engineers are essential for ensuring the strength, stability, and safety of buildings and industrial facilities. This course enables professionals to work confidently with industry-standard design codes and tools, opening up opportunities in construction firms, EPC companies, real estate development, infrastructure design, and consulting both in India and internationally.

Reference

  • “Piping Handbook” by Mohinder L. Nayyar ,
  • “Process Piping: The Complete Guide to ASME B31.3” by Charles Becht IV,
  • “Pipe Stress Engineering” by Liang-Chuan Peng and Tsen-Loong Peng
  • “Piping Design Handbook” by John J. McKetta Jr.
  • “The Planning Guide to Piping Design” by Richard Beale and David R. Sherwood