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Design and Analysis of Piperack Structures using STAAD.Pro

Get specialised in designing steel pipe racks for any application using STAAD.Pro by learning the expert-curated course on pipe rack structure. You will master the techniques and modern industry-standard practices through the mentor-led pipe rack design course.

Duration
12 weeks
Content
21 hours
Projects
2
Mode
Online
Overview

What you'll
be able to do.

  • In this course, you will learn about the designing process of pipe racks in the structural engineering software, STAAD Pro.
  • Modelling the pipe rack and applying loads can be complex and confusing in the beginning but in this course, you will get to study details about pipe racks with no worry.
  • No prior experience in STAAD Pro and steel structures is required
Tools you'll use
STAAD.Pro
Curriculum

12 modules,
built with industry.

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  1. 01Design and Analysis of Piperack Structures using STAAD.Pro12 modules
    1. Fundamental Aspects of Pipe RacksW01
      • In this session, you will learn
        • The most fundamental aspects of pipe rack design
        • Introduction to pipe racks
        • Design criteria
          • Shape
          • Future Space
          • Width
          • Clearance
    2. Types of LoadsW02
      • In this session, you will learn
        • Introduction to STAAD.Pro
        • The geometry, application of properties, and material in STAAD.Pro for closed structure pipe rack
        • The load applications in STAAD.Pro for closed structure pipe rack
        • Computing the results and performing trial and error design for closed structure pipe rack
        • The design of pedestal and foundation (typical)
        • The design of the base plate and preparation of the report
    3. Steps in analysis and design of Pipe RacksW03
      • In this session, you will learn
        • The step by step process of design and analysis of pipe racks
        • The detailed explanation on each step of analysis and design of pipe racks by Indian standards with respect to closed and open structure project
          • Modelling
          • Application of material properties
          • Loads for Closed pipe rack
          • Loads for open pipe rack
    4. Introduction to STAAD.Pro GUIW04
      • In this session, you will learn about
        • Introduction to STAAD.Pro and connect edition
        • GUI
        • Explanation of various tools in the GUI-Graphic User Interface
    5. STAAD.Pro for Closed Pipe Racks-phase 1 (Geometry Prep)W05
      • In this session, you will learn
        • Different types of loads such as thermal loads, friction loads etc. acting on the closed pipe rack
        • Geometry preparation
        • Application of properties and materials in STAAD.Pro for closed structure pipe rack.
    6. STAAD.Pro for Closed Pipe Racks-phase 2 (Load application)W06
      • In this session, you will learn
        • The load applications in STAAD.Pro for closed structure pipe rack
        • The analysis of closed structure pipe rack
    7. STAAD.pro for Closed Pipe Racks-phase 3 (Result computation)W07
      • In this session, you will learn
        • To compute results
        • To apply a trial and error approach for the design to arrive at the best outcome
    8. STAAD.Pro for Open Pipe Racks-phase 1(Geometry Prep)W08
      • In this session, you will learn
        • Environmental loads such as wind loads, and external temperature loads acting on an open pipe rack structure
        • Geometry modelling
        • The application of properties and material in STAAD.Pro for open structure pipe rack
    9. STAAD.Pro for Open Pipe Racks-phase 2(Load application)W09
      • In this session, you will learn
        • Load applications in STAAD.Pro for open structure pipe rack
    10. STAAD.pro for Open Pipe Racks-phase 3 (Result Computation)W10
      • In this session, you will learn
        • To compute results
        • To apply trial and error approach for the design to arrive at the best outcome
    11. Design of Foundations using STAAD.ProW11
      • In this session, you will learn
        • The design of typical foundations
        • Design of pedestal and foundation (typical)
    12. Design of base plate using STAAD.ProW12
      • In this session, you will learn
        • To design base plate
        • The steps to present a report
Industry projects

2 projects
you'll ship.

Our projects are designed by experts in the industry to reflect industry standards. By working through our projects, Learners will gain a practical understanding of what they will take on at a larger-scale in the industry. In total, there are 2 Projects that are available in this program.

Modelling of a closed pipe rack situated in Ahmedabad

Modelling of a closed pipe rack situated in Ahmedabad

A closed pipe rack has to be modelled incorporating the concepts learned in this course, using STAAD.Pro software. The students will be given dimensions for the design and taking t…

Modelling of an open pipe rack situated in Chennai

Modelling of an open pipe rack situated in Chennai

An open pipe rack is modelled according to Chennai conditions. The students will be given dimensions for the design and taking gravity, lateral, thermal and friction loads into acc…

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FAQ

Questions,
answered.

What software skills are taught in the course?
This course equips you with STAAD.Pro skills for design and analysis of pipe racks.
What is included in this course?
The course includes the analysis and design of pipe racks as per Indian standards.
Is the course career-oriented?
Yes, it is a career-oriented course.
How will this course help me in higher education?
This course provides you with the analytical skills that are desirable for higher education.
Who can enrol in this course?
Graduates and postgraduates from the Civil Engineering field and Structural Engineering students can take up this course. It is open to students from first to final years.
What is the mode of instruction in this course?
The mode of instruction in this course is video-based.
Is this a certification course?
Yes, this is a certification course.
What is the minimum time needed to complete this course?
You will need a minimum of 12 weeks to complete this course.
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