ETABS

Total Course Duration: 50 Hours
Per Class Duration: 2 Hours

Pre-requisite of the Course:

A basic understanding of structural engineering concepts
Familiarity with building materials like concrete and steel
Prior knowledge of engineering drawings and load types (dead load, live load, etc.)
Basic computer literacy and ability to work with technical software
Previous exposure to civil engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD) is a plus but not mandatory

Course Objective:

The primary objective of this course is to equip participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in using ETABS for structural analysis and design of buildings. Through a combination of theoretical insights and hands-on practice, learners will:

Understand the fundamentals of ETABS and its user interface
Develop structural models including beams, columns, slabs, and stairs
Accurately apply various types of loads, boundary conditions, and load combinations
Perform structural analysis and interpret the results effectively
Check structural stability and irregularities in multi-story buildings
Design reinforced concrete and steel structures as per relevant codes
Work on real-world projects to model, analyze, design, and generate reports

1. Introduction to ETABS

Overview of ETABS
1. Introduction to ETABS software
2. Understanding structural analysis and design concepts
Setting Up the Model
1. Navigating the ETABS interface
2. Creating grids and story levels
Model Creation Basics
1. Defining structural systems
2. How to create a basic model

2. Modeling in ETABS

Defining Material Properties
1. Concrete and steel material properties
2. Assigning material strength and specifications
Assigning Section Properties
1. Defining beam, column, and slab sections
2. Assigning cross-sectional dimensions
Creating Structural Components
1. Modeling columns, beams, slabs, and stairs
2. Understanding connectivity between structural members

3. Load Calculations and Analysis

Load Assignments (Part 1)
1. Applying dead and live loads
2. Understanding load paths and distribution
Load Assignments (Part 2)
1. Earthquake and wind load applications
2. Assigning lateral loads based on building codes
Load Combinations and Factor Assignments
1. Defining load combinations per code requirements
2. Applying safety factors
Support Conditions and Property Modifiers
1. Assigning support conditions (fixed, pinned, roller)
2. Property/stiffness modifiers for elements
Running Structural Analysis
1. How to run the analysis in ETABS
2. Deformation, displacement, and deflection checks

4. Structural Analysis & Interpretation

Internal Force Calculations (Part 1)
1. Calculation of axial force and shear force
Internal Force Calculations (Part 2)
1. Bending moment diagrams and force distribution
Story & Structural Stability Checks
1. Story displacement check
2. Story drift and drift ratio verification
Irregularities & Stability Considerations
1. Stiffness and torsional irregularity checks
2. P-delta effect and over-stress conditions
Reinforcement Detailing & Rebar Checks
1. Checking rebar percentage in beams and columns
2. Ensuring reinforcement detailing per code

5. Design & Optimization in ETABS

Concrete Structure Design
1. Designing beams and columns for concrete structures
Steel Structure Design
1. Structural steel frame modeling and design
Seismic & Wind Load Considerations
1. Applying seismic loads and response spectrum functions
2. Understanding wind load effects on high-rise buildings

6. Advanced ETABS Features

Response spectrum and time history analysis
Nonlinear analysis and pushover study

7. Practical Project in ETABS

Full Building Design (Part 1)
1. Creating a real-world model for a building
Full Building Design (Part 2)
1. Assigning loads, running analysis, and design
Model Validation & Corrections
1. Checking results and making necessary corrections
Generating Reports & Drawings
1. Exporting structural reports and preparing final drawings

8. Assessment & Certification

Final Evaluation & Certification
1. Final practical test
2. Evaluation of project and certification of completion

After Course Completion:

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Confidently use ETABS software for structural modeling, analysis, and design
Create complete 3D models of buildings with appropriate materials and sections
Perform load calculations, apply seismic and wind loads, and analyze their effects
Evaluate structural safety through displacement, deflection, and drift checks
Design structural members such as beams, columns, and slabs for both concrete and steel buildings
Execute dynamic and nonlinear analysis including response spectrum and time history
Prepare detailed reports and structural drawings for submission
Tackle real-world structural projects independently or as part of a professional team

UPCOMMING BATCH