Course Overview

ETABS (Extended Three-Dimensional Analysis of Building Systems) is an integrated software package for the structural analysis and design of buildings. This comprehensive course will take you from beginner to advanced user, enabling you to efficiently model, analyze, and design building structures.

Course Curriculum

1 Architectural Drawing Overview
  • Architectural Drawing Overview
  • Input Definition
2 Setting Up Grids and Project Details
  • Defining Grid Spacing
  • Defining Story Data
  • Importing Grid/Plan from CAD/DXF
  • Check Unit System
3 Defining Material Properties
  • Concrete Materials
  • Steel Materials for Rebars
4 Defining Section Properties
  • Defining Column Sections
  • Defining Beam Sections
  • Defining Slab Sections
  • Defining Wall Sections
  • Define Reinforcement Bar Sizes
5 Define Diaphragms, Pier Labels
  • Define Diaphragms
  • Define Pier Labels
6 Model Structural Members
  • Define Snap Options
  • Model the Columns
  • Model the Beams
  • Model the Floor Slabs
  • Model the Walls
  • Model the Retaining Walls
7 Assigning Complementary Model Properties
  • Defining Support Conditions for Column/Structural Bases
  • Setting End Length Offsets and Rigid Zone Factors
  • Assigning Rigid Diaphragms
  • Assigning Pier Labels
8 Check for Instability in the Structure
  • Check the Model for any Modelling Errors
9 Defining Load Patterns
  • Explanation of IS Code
  • Calculation of Load as per IS Code
  • Gravity Load Patterns
  • Dead Load (DL)
  • Super Imposed Dead Load (SIDL)
  • Live Load (LL)
  • Lateral Load Patterns
  • Earthquake Load (EQ)
  • Wind Load (WL)
  • Other Loads (if applicable)
  • Fire Tender Load
  • Snow Load
  • Thermal Load
10 Define Analysis Options
  • Define Response Spectrum Function / Time History Function
11 Defining Load Cases
  • Define Response Spectrum Load Cases
  • Define Modal Cases
12 Define Load Combinations
  • Define Load Combinations
13 Applying Gravity Loads to the Structure
  • Assign Frame Loads
  • Assign Shell Loads
  • Staircase Loads
  • Elevator Loads
  • Overhead Water Tank (OHWT) Loads
  • Other Loads (if applicable)
14 Pre-Analysis Structural Setup
  • Defining Effective Seismic Weight
  • Configuring P-Delta Effects
  • Assign Meshing to Frames and Shells
  • Auto Relabel All
  • Defining Active DOFs
  • Selecting Load Cases to Run
  • Model Geometry Check
  • Setting Live Load Reduction
  • Check Advanced SAPfire Options
  • Analyze the Model
15 Analyzing the Structural Model
  • Torsional Irregularity
  • Review the Fundamental Mode Shapes
  • Correct the Mode Shapes
  • Review the Dynamic Parameters
  • Reduce the Number of Modes
  • Base Shear Scaling
  • Check Drift / Deflection
16 Pre-Design Setup
  • General Design Preferences
  • Specific Design Settings
  • Design Load Combinations
17 Preliminary Structural Design
  • Design Initiation and Graphical Review
  • Preliminary Column Design
  • Updating Period and Base Shear Scaling
  • Column Redesign
  • Preliminary Beam Design
  • Drift Recheck
18 Final Structural Design
  • Selecting Column Rebar Layouts
  • Defining Column Rebar Layouts in ETABS
  • Assigning Rebar Layouts to Columns
  • Final Analysis and Design
  • Beam and Column Design
  • Wall and Slab Design
19 Detailing in RCDC
  • Exporting ETABS File to RCDC
  • Detailing and Drawing of Beams and Columns Reinforcements

Course Fee

₹15,999
  • 6 weeks of intensive training
  • 24+ hours of video content
  • 2 real-world projects
  • Certificate of completion
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Course Instructor

Course Instructor

DESIGN ENGINEER

Structural Engineer with 5+ years of experience in RCC design and teaching.

Who Should Enroll?

  • Civil Engineering Students
  • Structural Design Engineers
  • Site Engineers
  • Construction Professionals
  • Anyone interested in RCC design