Analysis and design of an underground water tank using STAAD.Pro
In this project, the learners will need to create a full-scaled 3D STAAD.Pro model of the underground water tank complying with the calculated demand, site constraints, and best pr…
Civil · Course
Design of Tanks by Finite Element Analysis
Design of Tanks by Finite Element Analysis using Ansys
- Duration
- 12 weeks
- Content
- 21 hours
- Projects
- 2
- Mode
- Online
OverviewWhat you'll
What you'll
be able to do.
- This course will highlight the different uses of tanks in residential, industrial, and commercial settings, sizing calculations with proper demand analysis, and basic things to know while performing design, etc.
- Throughout the course, learners will make an in-depth study of the design of on-ground and overhead tanks, both manually and through finite element analysis with STAAD.Pro.
- At the end of the course, learners will be able to design concrete tanks on their own while adhering to codes and standards.
Tools you'll use
STAAD.ProAutoCAD
Curriculum12 modules,
12 modules,
built with industry.
01Design of Tanks by Finite Element Analysis
- Introduction to Liquid Retaining StructuresW01
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- What are liquid retaining structures
- Types of liquids stored
- Classification of tanks based on main liquid retaining structure (Steel/RCC)
- Sizing of tanks
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Structural Engineering Basics W02
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Degrees of freedom
- Equilibrium equations for resolving forces
- Indeterminacy of structures
- Construction of a free body diagram
- Making assumptions about structural behaviour
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Codal Provisions & Approximate Analysis Methods W03
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Introduction to codes and standards for RCC tank design
- Clauses related to tank design
- Introduction to Limit State and WSM method
- Tank joints classified as per the code
- Design Philosophy
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Manual Analysis of Underground Water TanksW04
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Basic design philosophy of structure design
- Manual structural analysis of tanks using Moment Distribution Method
- Design of tank walls using WSM
- Graphical representation of deformations based on first principles
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Fundamentals of STAAD.Pro softwareW05
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- STAAD interface
- Modelling 1D and 2D objects
- Types of supports in STAAD.Pro
- Assigning simple supports and loading
- Analyzing and post-processing the results
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Finite Element Analysis of Underground Tanks in STAAD.ProW06
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Introduction to section wizard
- Geometry description
- Creating tank model in section wizard
- Spring support calculation
- Calculation of loads
- Application of loads
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Post Processing of FEA ResultsW07
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Analyzing structural behaviour
- Plotting graphs
- Exporting stress Results
- Checking foundation serviceability level
- Exporting stress results
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Plate Moment Analysis using Wood-Armer EquationsW08
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Theory behind the equations
- Conversion of forces and moments
- Generating calculation spreadsheet
- Calculating design moments from the results using wood armer based spreadsheet for the water tank
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Design of Plate Elements from FEA ResultsW09
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Workflow for design using spreadsheets
- Creating design spreadsheet for design using step-by-step process
- Evaluating tension steel for wall and base slab
- Checking shear strength of concrete
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Crack Width CalculationW10
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Creating crack width calculation spreadsheet using IS codal provision
- Evaluating the crack width for wall and base slab
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Detailing of RC Sections and JointsW11
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Importance of detailing in structural engineering
- Tenets of good structural design
- General detailing requirements
- Detailed discussion on detailing manual of sp-34
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Drafting of Water Tanks in CADW12
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- AutoCAD basic commands
- Sample CAD modelling of different structural elements: Base Slab, Walls
- Reinforcement detailing of joints
- In this week, the following topics are covered:
- Introduction to Liquid Retaining StructuresW01
Industry projects2 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.
Post processing of results from analysis and design of an underground water tank using STAAD.Pro
In this project, the learners will perform the post-processing of the analysis results obtained for the 3D model of an underground tank with given dimensions using STAAD.Pro, which…
Go further
Part of a PG program.
FeeOne fee.
One fee.
Everything included.
Become job ready with our comprehensive industry focused curriculum for freshers & early career professionals
Premium
₹40,000
Inclusive of all charges- 1 Year Access
- Personalized Page
- Live Individual & Group Sessions
- Personalized & Hands-On
- Job-Oriented Industry Relevant Curriculum
Related
You might also like.
PG program · 24 weeksConstruction Project Management→PG program · 48 weeksHigh-Rise Building Design & Analysis→PG program · 48 weeksSteel Structures→PG program · 48 weeksBridge Design and Analysis→PG program · 32 weeksInfrastructure - Engineering Design and Project Management→PG program · 48 weeksBuildings - Engineering Design and Project management→
Next stepNot sure it's
Not sure it's
the right fit?
A counsellor will walk you through the syllabus, projects and fee options — and tell you honestly if another course suits you better.