Course Overview
SAFE is a comprehensive tool for the analysis and design of concrete floor and foundation systems. This course will take you from beginner to advanced user, enabling you to efficiently model, analyze, and design foundation systems for various structures.
Course Curriculum
1 Introduction to SAFE
- Introduction to CSI and Its Software
- Introduction to SAFE
- Capabilities of SAFE
- Advantages of SAFE
- Types of Structures in SAFE
- Workflow with Other Software
- Examples Demonstrated
- Course Plan Overview
2 Foundation Types and Applications
- Role of Foundations
- Foundation Design Criteria
- Factors Influencing Foundation Choice
- Shallow Foundations (Isolated footings, Strip footings, Mat foundations)
- Deep Foundations (piles) and their construction process
3 Exporting Data from ETABS
- Exporting from ETABS
- Importing into SAFE
- Initial SAFE Setup
- Verifying Imported Loads
4 Defining Material Properties
- Defining Concrete Properties
- Defining Rebar Properties
5 Defining Section Properties
- Defining Footing Slab Section
- Defining Column Base Section
6 Setting Soil Subgrade Modulus
- Soil Stiffness Impact
- Setting Subgrade Modulus
7 Defining Load Cases
- Types of Load Patterns
- IS Code Earthquake Load Combination Rule
- Checking Imported Load Patterns
8 Defining Load Combinations
- Defining Load Combinations for Foundation design
- Defining Load Combinations for Soil Pressure Checks
- Nonlinear Load Combinations
9 Modeling Foundation Geometry
- Choosing Foundation Type
- Modeling Strip Footings
- Alternative Method for Drawing Strip Footings
- Modeling Mat Foundations
- Drawing Column Bases
- Modeling Elevator Pit
10 Assigning Foundation Parameters
- Assigning Slab Section
- Assigning Soil Subgrade Modulus
- Double-checking Assignments
- Applying Surface Loads
11 Setting Design Preferences
- Selecting Design Code
- Setting Concrete Cover for the Foundation Slab
- Defining Initial Rebar Size
- Layer Configuration
- Selecting Design Combinations
12 Drawing Design Strips
- Purpose of Design Strips
- Design Strip Basics
- Strip Width Guidelines
- Pre-drawing Setup
- Drawing Design Strips
- Handling Special Areas
- Assigning Design Parameters
13 Analysis and Design
- Analysis Setup
- Running Analysis and Design
- Soil Pressure Check
- Settlement Check
- Flexural and Shear Design
- Punching Shear Check
14 Detailing
- Rebar Detailing Setup
- Generating Detailing
- Editing Detailing
- Exporting to AutoCAD
Course Fee
₹4,999
- 5 weeks of intensive training
- 20+ hours of video content
- 3 real-world projects
- Certificate of completion
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