CSI ETABS - Structural Engineering Specialization - AulaGEO

Course Overview

Are you looking to enhance your skills in structural design and analysis? This course will provide you with the basic and advanced tools of CSI ETABS Ultimate 16.2.0, a leading software in structural engineering used for building design and analysis. By the end of this course, you'll be able to model, analyze, and design structural elements of a real 6-level residential building, including the incorporation of stairs, comparison of modeling systems, and foundation analysis with both ETABS and SAFE 2016 software.

This course takes a practical approach by working on a real-world example, offering an in-depth understanding of the structural design process using industry-standard methods, such as the ACI 318-14 standard. You will not only learn how to model structural elements but also perform necessary calculations and generate a complete calculation report for a building project.

Whether you're a student, professional engineer, or educator, this course is designed to equip you with valuable knowledge and hands-on experience with CSI ETABS Ultimate 16.2.0.

What You Will Learn

• Model Structural Elements: Learn to model and design the structural components of a 6-level residential building using ETABS.

• Work with Foundations: Design and analyze foundations using SAFE 2016 and compare them with ETABS calculations.

• Advanced Structural Analysis: Incorporate soil-structure interaction (ISE) and embedment systems into your designs.

• Comprehensive Design Tools: Master the detailed design of columns, beams, and foundations in ETABS, adhering to ACI 318-14 and local standards (NTC-CDMX-2017).

• Create a Calculation Report: Formulate a professional calculation report based on the design and analysis performed in the software.

Course Content

Section 1: Introduction

• Lecture 1: Introduction – Overview of the course objectives and software tools.

Section 2: Pre-Dimensioned and Sections

• Lecture 2: Pre-Dimensioned Part 1 – Introduction to pre-dimensioned parts for structural design.

• Lecture 3: Pre-Dimensioned Part 2 – Continue with pre-dimensioned structural elements.

• Lecture 4: Definition of Grid and Materials in ETABS – Learn how to define the project grid and material properties in ETABS.

• Lecture 5: Definition of Sections - ETABS P1 – Define structural sections in ETABS for modeling.

• Lecture 6: Definition of Sections - ETABS P2 – Further define structural sections and elements.

Section 3: Columns, Beams, and Slabs Drawing - ETABS

• Lecture 7: Columns, Beams, and Slabs Drawing - ETABS P1 – Learn to draw columns, beams, and slabs in ETABS.

• Lecture 8: Columns, Beams, and Slabs Drawing - ETABS P2 – Continue drawing and defining elements in ETABS.

Section 4: Staircase Drawing in ETABS

• Lecture 9: Staircase Drawing in ETABS P1 – Introduction to modeling staircases in ETABS.

• Lecture 10: Staircase Drawing in ETABS P2 – Continue the staircase modeling process.

• Lecture 11: Staircase Drawing in ETABS P3 – Finalize the staircase model in ETABS.

Section 5: Permanent and Variable Loads

• Lecture 12: Definition Permanent and Variable Loads – Define permanent and variable loads in your model.

• Lecture 13: Assignment Permanent and Variable Loads in ETABS – Assign loads in ETABS and understand their implications on the design.

• Lecture 14: Rigid Diaphragm and Effect of Short Column – Explore the concept of rigid diaphragms and short columns in seismic design.

Section 6: Introduction to Seismic Design

• Lecture 15: Introduction to Seismic Design – Understand the basics of seismic-resistant design for structural projects.

Section 7: Definitions

• Lecture 16: NTC-CDMX-2017 P1 Standard – Understand the first part of the NTC-CDMX-2017 standard for structural design.

• Lecture 17: NTC-CDMX-2017 P2 Standard – Continue with the second part of the standard.

• Lecture 18: Spectrum Definition ETABS – Define the response spectrum for seismic analysis in ETABS.

• Lecture 19: Definition of Mass, EPD, Modes ETABS – Define mass properties, equivalent diagonal properties (EPD), and modes for analysis.

Section 8: Load Combinations in ETABS

• Lecture 20: Load Combinations in ETABS – Learn how to define and apply load combinations.

• Lecture 21: Rigidity Factor in the Nodes – Understand the rigidity factor for nodes and how it affects structural analysis.

• Lecture 22: Correction Sections and Vibration Mode – Address issues related to vibration modes and section corrections.

Section 9: Column and Beam Design and Analysis

• Lecture 23: Column Design and Analysis – Design and analyze columns using ACI318-14 standards.

• Lecture 24: Beam Section Analysis – Analyze beam sections for strength and stability.

• Lecture 25: Dynamic Cut Correction – Perform dynamic cut corrections in your model.

• Lecture 26: Derivative Verification, 90% Mass, COL-VIG Major 1.5 – Verify mass distribution and column-vibration criteria.

Section 10: Beam Design and Details

• Lecture 27: Beam Design ACI318-14 P1 – Learn beam design using ACI318-14 standards.

• Lecture 28: Beam Design ACI318-14 P2 – Continue with beam design and analysis.

• Lecture 29: ETABS Beam Design – Utilize ETABS for detailed beam design.

• Lecture 30: Design of Detailed Beams of Drawings P1 – Finalize beam design for detailed drawings.

• Lecture 31: Design of Detailed Beams of Drawings P2 – Complete detailed beam design.

Section 11: Column - Node Design

• Lecture 32: Column Design ACI318-14 P1 – Learn column design according to ACI318-14.

• Lecture 33: Column Design ACI318-14 P2 – Continue with the column design process.

• Lecture 34: Design of Detailed Flat Columns – Design flat columns for detailed construction plans.

• Lecture 35: Node Design ACI318-14 – Understand node design for column-beam joints.

• Lecture 36: Node Design ACI318-14 ETABS – Perform node design with ETABS tools.

• Lecture 37: Strong Column - Weak Beam Design ACI318-14-ETABS – Design according to the strong column-weak beam philosophy.

Section 12: Foundation Design

• Lecture 38: Zapata Design ACI318-14 P1 – Introduction to foundation design (Zapata) with ACI318-14 standards.

• Lecture 39: Zapata Design ACI318-14 P2 – Continue with the design of foundations.

• Lecture 40: Zapata Design SAFE P1 – Work with SAFE 2016 for foundation design.

• Lecture 41: Zapata Design SAFE P2 – Continue foundation design with SAFE 2016.

• Lecture 42: Zapata Design SAFE P3 – Finalize foundation design using SAFE 2016.

Section 13: Export Loads from ETABS to SAFE

• Lecture 43: Export Loads ETABS - SAFE P1 – Learn to export loads from ETABS to SAFE 2016 for foundation design.

• Lecture 44: Export Loads ETABS - SAFE P2 – Continue exporting data from ETABS to SAFE.

Section 14: Working with ISE

• Lecture 45: Introduction to ISE – Understand soil-structure interaction and its importance.

• Lecture 46: Zapata Design in ETABS ISE P1 – Design foundations with ISE interaction in ETABS.

• Lecture 47: Zapata Design in ETABS ISE P2 – Continue with foundation design in ISE.

• Lecture 48: Zapata Design in ETABS ISE P3 – Finalize foundation design with ISE in ETABS.

Section 15: Calculation Memory

• Lecture 49: Calculation Memory – Learn how to generate and present a comprehensive calculation memory report for your project.

Why Enroll in This Course?

• Master Industry-Standard Tools: Learn how to design, analyze, and model structural elements using CSI ETABS Ultimate 16.2.0 and SAFE 2016.

• Hands-on Learning: Work with a real-world 6-level residential building project and gain practical experience.

• Professional Application: Whether you're preparing for professional practice or advancing your skills, this course will equip you to tackle structural design and analysis tasks confidently.

• Comprehensive Understanding: Dive deep into the technical aspects of building design, from the basics to advanced concepts like seismic design and soil-structure interaction.

Enroll now to take your structural design and analysis skills to the next level with CSI ETABS Ultimate!