Modern Analysis and Design of Steel and Reinforced Concrete Structures Using Advanced Numerical Methods
Course Description
This is a comprehensive, hands-on training course for structural engineers seeking to deepen their understanding of advanced analysis and code-based verification of steel and reinforced concrete (RC) structures through modern numerical methods.
The course integrates global structural analysis with local member and connection verification, introducing advanced approaches such as the Direct Analysis Method (DAM) for steel frames, semi-rigid connection modelling, the Component-Based Finite Element Method (CBFEM) for steel joints and members, and the Compatible Stress Field Method (CSFM) for reinforced concrete.
Participants will learn how advanced numerical tools (e.g. IDEA StatiCa STEEL & CONCRETE and CSi ETABS/SAP2000) can be used to support engineering decisions, validate modelling assumptions, and interpret structural behaviour in accordance with Eurocode requirements, rather than being treated as black-box design solutions.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
- Understand the theoretical basis and key assumptions of FEM, CBFEM, and CSFM methodologies.
- Apply advanced analysis methods to steel and reinforced concrete structures while recognising their limitations.
- Integrate global 3D structural analysis with local member and connection verification in a consistent design workflow.
- Critically interpret and validate analysis results in accordance with Eurocode provisions and observed structural behaviour.
Target Audience
Practicing structural engineers are involved in the analysis and design of steel and reinforced concrete structures, particularly where non-standard behavior, stability effects, or complex detailing govern the design.
| COURSE OUTLINE |
| 9:00 – 9:30 Welcome & Engineering Context |
| • Course objectives and learning outcomes • Where advanced analysis and verification fit within the structural design workflow • Limitations of conventional code checks and simplified assumptions • Role of advanced numerical methods in modern engineering practice |
| 9:30 – 10:00 Overview of Modern Analysis & Design Methods |
| • Direct Analysis Method (DAM) for steel frame design • Component-Based Finite Element Method (CBFEM) for steel connections and members • Compatible Stress Field Method (CSFM) for reinforced concrete and post-tensioned member verification |
| 10:15 – 11:45 Integrated Design & Verification Workflow |
| • From global steel frame analysis to local member and connection verification • Interpretation of forces and actions extracted from global FEA models • Identification of governing load combinations and critical design regions • Engineering strategies for optimizing lateral load resistance using tension-only bracing systems • Use of semi-rigid connections for efficient and economical steel framing • Verification of RC members with discontinuity regions (D-regions): - Beams with openings - Beams with irregular cross-sections |
| 11:45 – 12:30 Hands-on Exercise- Part 1: Global FEM Analysis |
| • Global analysis and design of a steel frame using FEM (ETABS/SAP2000) - Application of the Direct Analysis Method (DAM) - Extraction of internal forces for subsequent member and connection verification |
| 14:00 – 15:30 Hands-on Exercise- Part 2: Connection Design & Stability-Sensitive Checks |
| • Connection verification using CBFEM (IDEA StatiCa STEEL): - Steel-to-steel connection design - Classification of rigid, semi-rigid, and pinned behaviour - Evaluation of joint stiffness - Incorporation of semi-rigid joint stiffness into subsequent global frame analysis - Steel-to-concrete connection design - Concrete failure mitigation using CSFM (IDEA StatiCa CONCRETE) • Stability-sensitive steel members and frames verification using: - Material Nonlinear Analysis (MNA) - Linear Buckling Analysis (LBA) - Geometrical and Materially Nonlinear Analysis with Imperfections (GMNIA) |
| 15:45 – 17:00 Hands-on Exercise- Part 3: Advanced Reinforced Concrete Detailing Verification |
| • Detailed verification of an RC wall with openings using CSFM principles • Detailed verification of an inverted T-section supporting secondary beams |
| 17:00 – 17:30 Course Summary, Engineering Insights & Q&A |
Terms and Conditions
- Due to limited seats of 20, registration is on a first-come-first-served Training seats will be confirmed upon receipt of payment.
- No cancellation of registration is allowed.
Notes
i. Early-bird fees only valid for registrations received by 06 Feb 2026.
ii. 20% discount for registration of a group of 3 and above. This 20% discount is not applicable to Early-bird registration.
iii. Participants are required to bring their own laptops with support for WiFi connection and Windows System.
iv. Training License will be provided.
ii. 20% discount for registration of a group of 3 and above. This 20% discount is not applicable to Early-bird registration.
iii. Participants are required to bring their own laptops with support for WiFi connection and Windows System.
iv. Training License will be provided.