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ETABS - STRUCTURAL DESIGN TO EUROCODE (RC + STEEL)

Name: ETABS - STRUCTURAL DESIGN TO EUROCODE (RC + STEEL)
Rating: 4.5 (31 reviews)

Learn Structural Modeling, Loading, Analysis, Design, Reports and Detailing, BIM Integration, Real Projects in ETABS

Created byJoseph Sunday

Last updated 2/2026

English

What you'll learn

Introduction to ETABS & Basic Setup
Modeling Structures in ETABS
Load Application in ETABS
Structural Analysis & Results Interpretation
Structural Design & Design Results in ETABS
Detailing & Report Generation
BIM Integration
Challenging Steel and RC Projects

Course content

13 sections • 49 lectures • 7h 18m total length

ETABS User Interface7:54
Explore the Etabs version 21.1 user interface, from the title bar and menus to toolbars and model explorer. Learn how to draw elements, assign properties, run analyses, and view results.
Navigation5:42
Master Etabs navigation using zoom, pan, and rotate with mouse actions; manage multiple views, switch between plan and elevation frames, navigate floors, and close views.
Selection9:55
Master selection in Etabs by clicking to select multiple members, using crossing and enclosing windows, and refining with object properties, section properties, groups, labels, and stories.
Display15:21
Explore Etabs display features, switching between perspective and orthogonal views, extruded shells and frames, and visibility options to label joints, beams, slabs, and groups with color and a default view.
Properties9:46
Unlock the model to define materials and section properties for frames, slabs, walls, and reinforcements. Learn to draw and modify beams, columns, slabs, and walls using gridlines.
Axis Systems13:58

Creating New Model18:08
Create a new ETABS model by selecting metric SI units, Eurocode settings, and grid and story data, then define grids and stories for a quick structural model.
Importing Grids4:56
Learn how to import grid lines into Etabs from a DSF file, configure units to millimeters, select the grid layer, and save the updated model.
Editing Grids and Story Data12:15
Edit and customize ETABS grid and story data by managing grid systems, labeling, origins, story heights, elevations, colors, and view options for precise building models.
ETABS Workflow12:23
Defining Materials12:50
Define materials in ETABS by creating concrete (c30/37, c25/30, c20/25) and steel (S275), and specify Eurocode reinforcement classes B500B and B500C per BS 4449 for earthquake design.
Defining Sections19:19
Define and customize frame sections in ETABS, including beams, columns, slabs, and reinforcement, using concrete and steel options, with imported i-section and h-section data for beams and columns.
Defining Groups3:30
Define groups in ETABS to visualize the model with color-coded beams, columns, and slabs, and tailor reports for first floor beams, columns, and slabs.

Creating Columns13:48
Learn how to model columns in ETABS from foundation to ground floor using grid lines, quick draw columns, elevation view, and assign frame sections.
Creating Beams8:21
Model the ground floor beams using quick draw and draw beams to columns, adjust section properties and view settings, and switch to a shaded three-dimensional view.
Creating Slabs6:26
Model ground-floor slabs in Etabs using draw floors, draw rectangular floors, or quick draw floors by selecting grid intersections or corner points, and adjust properties as needed.
Modelling First Floor25:33
Modelling Second Floor9:15
Learn to model the second floor by generating columns from the first floor, deleting beams, introducing columns 1 to 3, merging slabs, and checking the result in 3D.
Modelling Roof Floor8:31
Model the roof in Etabs by generating roof beams and columns, replicating to the roof, then draw remaining beams and assign the roof frame sections (2–5 by 300) colored green.

Creating Slab Opening3:49
Learn to add slab openings on the second floor and first floor for a staircase using multiple approaches, configure openings in properties, and verify results in the 3d view.
Adding Support5:32
Assigning Members to Groups12:26
Learn how to define and assign beams, columns, and slabs to groups in an ETABS model, using object type selection, floor-based filtering, and group display options.
Model Explorer8:10
Explore the Model Explorer in the ultimate ETABS course, navigate plan and 3D views, manage floors, grids, materials, beams, columns, slabs, loads, and design details, and generate tables and reports.

Load Patterns5:17
Learn to define and manage load patterns in etabs, including dead, live, wind, earthquake, snow, temperature, and notional loads, with safe width multipliers and eurocode options.
Load Cases6:15
Load Combination5:23
Learn to create load combinations in etabs via manual and automatic code-default methods, set dead load 1.35 and live load 1.5, copy combos, and examine code-based concrete frame design options.
Assigning Slab Loads10:42
Assign live and superimposed loads to slabs across ground, first, and second floors in ETABS using uniform loads and gravity direction. Verify results by viewing load patterns.
Assigning Beam Wall Loads8:43
Apply perimeter wall loads to exterior beams in ETABS by calculating wall loads from block width and height, then assign uniform loads (9.5 kN/m) and parapet roof loads (4.8).
Display Assigned Loads2:48
Display loads in Etabs by right-clicking slabs or beams. View load assigns in 3d view, including shell, frame, super dead, and live loads, and clear displays when needed.

Check Model2:47
In analysis mode, check the model for joint, frame, and shell issues, fix overlaps and tolerance, select all, and ensure an error-free analysis before proceeding.
Set Active Degrees of Freedom9:17
Learn to set active degrees of freedom in Etabs, enabling translations in x, y, z and rotations about x, y, z for 3D models and plane frames, supporting static equilibrium.
Set Load Cases to Run4:48
Set and customize which load cases to run, choose linear static or model analyses, and use analysis monitor options to view results and errors after execution.
Mesh Settings3:49
Define mesh sizes for floors and walls in Etabs, using automatic rectangular mesh and a one meter size to balance realism and completeness in finite element analysis.
Linear Static Analysis9:05
Apply linear static analysis to structures under dead and live loads with small deformations, where materials obey Hooke's law within the elastic range, yielding forces, stresses, and displacements.
Modal Analysis9:45
Perform modal analysis to study mode shapes and natural frequency, avoiding resonance with earthquake or wind loads. Run the analysis, view deformed and undeformed shapes, and manage lock and results.

Deformed Shapes10:35
Explore the deformed shape of a structure after analysis using 3d displacement, dead and live load cases, contours, translations, rotations, and animation.
Support Reactions6:37
Display support reactions in etabs across plan, elevation, and 3d views, viewing f z and moments m x, m y, m z at joints under the 1.35d+1.5l load combination.
Frame Forces - Axial, Shear & Moment12:29
Display frame forces to analyze axial, shear, and bending moment in beams and columns, using frame force diagrams, control points, major and minor moments, and scalable visuals.
Shell Stresses/Forces5:22
Learn to display shear stresses and forces in slabs and walls in Etabs, view maximum and minimum moments, and use plan view, M1 and M2, and fill options.

Requirements

Basic Civil/Structural engineering knowledge
Willingness to learn and practice new skills
ETABS software Trial/Licensed

Description

THE ULTIMATE ETABS COURSE: From Beginner to Expert Structural Engineer (with Revit Integration & Real-World Projects)

Are you ready to master ETABS, the industry-leading software for structural analysis and design of building systems, and seamlessly integrate it with your BIM workflow? This comprehensive Udemy course will take you from the absolute fundamentals to advanced concepts, equipping you with the skills to confidently model, analyze, design, and collaborate with other professionals . Whether you're a civil engineering student, a new graduate, or a seasoned professional looking to enhance your ETABS proficiency and embrace BIM, this course is designed for you.

What You'll Learn (Step-by-Step):

1. Introduction to ETABS: Your Foundation for Success

* Navigate the ETABS interface with ease: explore menus, toolbars, and windows.

* Master essential display, selection, and property manipulation techniques.

* Understand and utilize the Axis system for precise modeling.

* Initiate new projects and efficiently import grid systems.

* Grasp the fundamental ETABS workflow for efficient project execution.

* Accurately define materials (concrete, steel, etc.) and their properties.

* Create and assign various section properties for structural elements.

* Organize your model effectively by defining and utilizing groups.

2. Precise Structural Modelling: Bringing Your Designs to Life

* Skillfully define and place columns in your structural model.

* Accurately create and assign beam elements to form your structural frame.

* Efficiently place slab elements and define their properties.

* Apply appropriate support conditions (fixed, pinned, roller) to your model.

* Create openings in slabs for stairwells, elevators, and other architectural features.

* Assign members to specific groups for streamlined analysis and design.

* Utilize the Model Explorer for efficient navigation and modification of your structure.

3. Loading Your Structure: Simulating Real-World Conditions

* Understand and define various load patterns (dead, live, wind, seismic, etc.).

* Create and manage different load cases for comprehensive analysis.

* Define load combinations according to relevant building codes.

* Accurately apply slab loads (uniform, concentrated) to your model.

* Apply beam loads (uniform, concentrated, distributed) to individual members.

4. In-Depth Analysis and Interpretation of Results:

* Perform thorough model checks to identify and correct potential errors.

* Set active degrees of freedom for specific analysis scenarios.

* Select and set load cases to run for your analysis.

* Master mesh settings for accurate shell element behavior.

* Conduct linear static analysis to determine structural responses.

* Understand and perform modal analysis for dynamic characteristics.

* Visualize deformed shapes to understand structural behavior under load.

* Interpret frame results (axial, shear, moment diagrams).

* Analyze shell results (stresses, deflections) for slabs and walls.

5. Efficient Structural Design and Verification:

* View and review design preferences to ensure code compliance.

* Define and utilize design groups for efficient member design.

* Create and manage design combinations based on code requirements.

* Execute the design/check process for various structural members.

* Display and interpret beam design results, including reinforcement requirements.

* Access and understand crucial design information for columns, walls, and slabs.

* Perform verification checks to ensure design adequacy and safety.

6. Foundation Design & Integration:

* Understand the basic principles of transferring loads from ETABS to specialized foundation design software (e.g., SAFE, concepts of how to use ETABS results for manual foundation design).

7. Professional Reporting and Documentation:

* Generate comprehensive ETABS reports for analysis results, design summaries, and material quantities.

* Export data and graphics for presentations and further documentation.

8. Seamless Integration with Revit: Enhance Your BIM Workflow

* Learn how to export ETABS models to Revit for architectural and structural coordination.

* Understand importing Revit models into ETABS for structural analysis.

* Explore round-trip workflows to synchronize changes between ETABS and Revit.

* Leverage the power of BIM for improved collaboration and efficiency.

9. Project 1: Real-World Steel Structure Design

* Apply all learned concepts to model, analyze, and design a multi-story steel structure from scratch.

* Gain practical experience in defining steel sections, connections (conceptual), and interpreting steel design results.

* Tackle common challenges encountered in steel building design.

10. Project 2: Comprehensive Hotel Building Design

* Undertake a challenging project to design a complete hotel building.

* Implement advanced modeling techniques, handle complex loading scenarios, and perform comprehensive analysis.

* Experience the end-to-end process of a significant building design project in ETABS.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

* Confidently create complex structural models in ETABS.

* Apply various types of loads and define load combinations.

* Perform accurate structural analysis and interpret the results.

* Design concrete and steel elements according to international codes.

* Generate professional reports for your structural projects.

* Integrate ETABS with Revit for a powerful BIM workflow.

* Tackle real-world structural design projects with confidence and expertise.

Who is this course for?

* Civil and Structural Engineering Students

* Recent Engineering Graduates

* Practicing Structural Engineers

* Architects interested in structural behavior and BIM collaboration

* Anyone seeking to master ETABS for building analysis and design, and explore its integration with Revit.

Enroll now and take the ultimate step towards becoming an ETABS and BIM-savvy structural engineering expert!

Who this course is for:

Civil and Structural Engineering Students
Recent Engineering Graduates
Practicing Structural Engineers
Architects and Professionals interested in structural behavior and BIM collaboration

ETABS - STRUCTURAL DESIGN TO EUROCODE (RC + STEEL)

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INTRODUCTION TO ETABS6 lectures • 1hr 3min

BUILDING SETOUT7 lectures • 1hr 23min

QUIZ 10

MODELLING THE STRUCTURE PART 16 lectures • 1hr 12min

MODELLING THE STRUCTURE PART 24 lectures • 30min

QUIZ 20

LOAD DEFINITION & APPLICATION6 lectures • 39min

QUIZ 30

ANALYSING THE STRUCTURE6 lectures • 40min

ANALYSIS RESULTS4 lectures • 35min

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