Analysis and Design of a Braced (non-sway) Frame
In this project, students will design and analyse a braced frame (non-sway) structure. They will follow IS 800:2001 standards.
Civil · Course
Structural Stability of Lateral Forces
A comprehensive course on the structural stability for lateral forces according to industry standards.
- Duration
- 12 weeks
- Content
- 18 hours
- Projects
- 2
- Mode
- Online
OverviewWhat you'll
What you'll
be able to do.
- The program is designed to introduce the topic of structural stability to undergraduate, postgraduate as well as practicing civil/structural engineers
- Students will learn about the numerous lateral stability systems that exist, and how to be able to make better decisions on which system best suits your project’s needs and requirements
- You will grasp a better understanding of how to analyse and design lateral stability systems to IS 800:2007 code, as well as the various computer analysis and design methods
Tools you'll use
STAAD.Pro
Curriculum12 modules,
12 modules,
built with industry.
01Structural Stability of Lateral Forces
- Introduction and Loads on structures W01
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Significance of stability
- Why do structures fail?
- Stability - Definition
- Stable structures
- Forms of structural instabilities
- Response of frame to lateral loads
- Horizontal deflection
- Eccentricities & drifts
- Load calculation accuracy & magnitude
- Types of loads
- Variable loads
- Permanent loads
- Construction phase loadings
- Soil’s lateral static load
- Complex loads
- Environmental loads
- Self-straining loads
- Temperature loads
- Inertial loads
- Blast loads
- Distribution of vertical loads
- Distribution of horizontal loads
- Wind loads
- Seismic loads
- Load combinations
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Anatomy of structure and construction phase stability W02
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Introduction to Structure Anatomy
- Structural elements
- Structural materials
- Stability systems
- Steel structure
- Concrete structure
- Load paths
- Introduction to construction phase structural stability
- Construction Stage
- Causes of Construction Instabilities
- Design Phases of a Project
- Role of Structural Engineers during the Construction Stage
- Responsibilities of a Structural Engineer
- Responsibilities of the Contractor
- Temporary Vs Permanent Conditions
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Regular & Irregular Structures and Lateral Stability Systems Operational & Serviceability RequirementsW03
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Introduction
- Importance of Regularity
- Effects of Irregularities on Seismic Design
- Seismic Plan Irregularity
- Torsional Irregularity on Plan
- Diaphragm Discontinuity Irregularity
- Re-entrant Corner Irregularity
- Plan Dimensions Ratio Irregularity
- Non-parallel System Irregularity
- Out-of-plane Offset Irregularity
- Seismic Elevation Irregularity
- Soft-storey Irregularity
- Mass Distribution Irregularity
- Geometric Vertical Irregularity
- In-plane Discontinuity Irregularity
- Vertical Lateral Stability Elements Discontinuities
- Storey Mechanism Irregularity
- Foundation Irregularity
- Dealing with Irregularity
- Introduction
- Architectural requirements
- Vertical services distribution
- Horizontal services distribution
- Excessive deflections effects
- Vertical geometric aspect
- Fire compartmentations
- Insulation
- Sites influence
- Construction phase
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Structural Robustness Requirements and second order effects W04
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Introduction
- Progressive and Disproportionate collapse
- Robustness design
- Structural classification
- Number of storeys in a structure
- Modification to existing structures
- Introduction to second order effects
- Impact of Second Order Effects
- Imperfection & Examples
- Global Imperfections
- Local Imperfections
- Material Imperfections
- Irregular Structures
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Vertical Lateral Stability Systems and Horizontal Stability Systems - DiaphragmsW05
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Introduction
- Vertical Stability System
- Types of Vertical Stability System
- Distribution of Vertical Stability System on Plan
- Continuity of Vertical Lateral Stability Element
- Secondary Vertical Lateral Stability Element
- Introduction to Horizontal Stability Systems - Diaphragms
- Horizontal stability systems
- Inadequate shear capacity
- Diaphragm examples
- Beam Analogy of Diaphragms
- Load path
- Rigid Diaphragms
- Flexible Diaphragms
- Semi-rigid Diaphragms
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Braced (sway) & Unbraced (non-sway) Frames W06
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Introduction to Braced (sway) & Unbraced (non-sway) Frames
- Non-sway frames
- Effective buckling length of non-sway frame
- Sway frame
- Effective buckling length of sway frame
- Effect of infill panels
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Analysis of StructureW07
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Introduction
- Structural analysis
- Nonlinearity in structure
- Elastic analysis
- Plastic analysis
- Static linear analysis
- Status nonlinear analysis
- Second Order Effect
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Braced SystemsW08
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Introduction
- Braced structures
- Horizontal braced stability system
- Braced bays location
- Load path
- Wind suction
- Advantages & Functions
- Assumptions & Arrangements
- Geometry of braced bays
- Deflection behaviour & Analysis
- Braced bay stiffness
- Modelling
- Design of braced bays
- Braced bay foundation
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Moment resisting frames and Shear Walls W09
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Introduction
- Moment Resisting Connection
- Behaviour of Moment Resisting Frames
- MRFs Failure Mechanism
- Lateral Deflections of MRF
- Types of Moment Resisting Frames
- Introduction
- Shear wall action
- Walls in structure
- Behaviour of shear wall
- Failure of shear wall
- Coupled behaviour
- Buckling modes
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Shear Walls and Cores in Tall Buildings W10
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Introduction
- Main design issues in high-rise structures
- Actions on a high-rise structure
- Tall industrial structures
- Foundations of a high-rise structure
- Gravity & lateral loads on high-rise structures
- Pile foundation
- High-rise lateral stability system
- Design of high-rise structures
- Earthquake forces
- Wind forces
- Introduction
- Reinforced concrete cores
- Steel frame cores
- Outriggers
- Introduction to bracing
- Types of bracing
- Concentric bracing
- Eccentric bracing
- 3D space truss system
- Diagrid structures
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Tube and mega Frames in building and IS 800:2007 Lateral stability requirements W11
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Introduction to tubes
- Tube in tube system
- Framed tubes system
- Braced tubes (trussed tube) system
- Bundled tubes system
- Hybrid tubes system
- Mega resisting frames
- Introduction
- Classification of frames
- Non-sway frame classification
- Analysis of structure
- Effective buckling length factor
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Computer modelling & analysis W12
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Introduction to Computer Modelling & Analysis
- Analysis Models
- Finite Element Modelling
- Modelling of Diagonally Braced Frames
- Rigid Floor Diaphragm
- Shear Wall Modelling
- Modelling of Moment Resisting Frames
- Introduction to Computer Modelling & Analysis
- In this week, the following topics are covered.
- Introduction and Loads on structures W01
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.
Design and Analysis of Moment Resisting (sway) Frame
In this project, students will design and analyse of a moment resisting frame (sway) structure. They will follow IS 800:2001 standards.
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FAQQuestions,
Questions,
answered.
Who can take up the Structural Stability of Lateral Forces course?
Students and graduates of civil, architecture and related engineering streams can take the Structural Stability of Lateral Forces course
Is Structural Stability of Lateral Forces an online program?
Yes, the structural engineering course is 100% online.
What is the duration of the Structural Stability of Lateral Forces course?
This structural course is 12 weeks long, covering all the basic to advanced-level concepts essential for understanding structural robustness requirements.
How much can a structural engineer earn?
According to Ambitionbox, the average annual salary of a structural engineer is 4 LPA. However, your pay package varies with your experience and skills.
Is there any certificate for completing the Structural Stability of Lateral Forces course?
Yes, you shall be given a course completion certificate after completing the Structural Stability of Lateral Forces course. The top 5% of the scorers will receive a merit certificate alongside the course completion certificate.
Is any technical support available for this course?
Yes, you can clear your doubts during coursework from our technical support team through email and forum support.
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