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Structural Analysis With Protastructure

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Master Structural Analysis & Design with ProtaStructure – Build Smarter, Stronger, and Safer Structures!

Are you ready to take your structural engineering skills to the next level? Master Structural Analysis and Design with ProtaStructure is the ultimate course designed for Civil Engineers, Construction Professionals who want to excel in concrete and steel design.

Why This Course?

✅ Design with Confidence – Learn to analyze and design foundations, beams, columns, slabs, and walls using real-world industry standards.
✅ Master Load Calculations – Understand seismic, wind, live, and dead loads to ensure structural stability and safety.
✅ Advanced Structural Analysis – Gain expertise in non-linear analysis, pushover analysis, and reinforcement detailing for resilient structures.
✅ In-Demand Software Skills – Become proficient in ProtaStructure and ProtaSteel to model, analyze, and optimize concrete and steel structures.
✅ Steel Fabrication & Export – Learn shop drawing creation, steel detailing, and CNC integration for real-world projects.
✅ Hands-On Learning – Work on real-world case studies and get one-on-one guidance from experienced site engineers.

This course will equip you with the skills and confidence to design safer, stronger, and more efficient structures—from foundation to fabrication!

🚀 Don’t miss out—enroll today and start mastering ProtaStructure!

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What Will You Learn?

  • Concrete Structures
  • Foundations and Structural Elements
  • Design and analysis of foundations (shallow and deep)
  • Column design and analysis
  • Beam design and analysis
  • Slab design and analysis
  • Wall design and analysis (retaining walls, etc.)
  • Design and Analysis
  • Concrete material properties
  • Structural modeling and analysis
  • Load calculation and application (dead, live, wind, seismic)
  • Reinforcement design and detailing
  • Design of special structural elements (staircases, etc.)
  • Advanced Topics
  • Advanced concrete modeling techniques
  • Seismic and wind load analysis
  • Non-linear analysis and pushover analysis
  • Software Skills
  • ProtaStructure software fundamentals
  • Modeling and analysis of concrete structures using ProtaStructure
  • Interpretation of analysis results and design optimization
  • Steel Structures
  • Steel Modeling and Design
  • Steel material properties
  • Structural steel modeling and analysis
  • Steel section design (beams, columns, etc.)
  • Connection design (bolted, welded, etc.)
  • Steel Connections and Fabrication
  • Wedged connections
  • Bolted connections
  • Hinged connections
  • Fillet plate connections
  • Gusset plate connections
  • Other steel connection types
  • Steel fabrication techniques
  • Steel Fabrication and Export
  • Exporting steel models to AutoCAD
  • Steel detailing and shop drawing creation
  • Integration with CNC machines and fabrication software
  • Software Skills
  • ProtaSteel software fundamentals
  • One-on-one interaction with experienced site engineers
  • Addressing student questions and concerns
  • Real-world application and case studies discussion

Course Content

Introduction the steps involved in the protastructure masterclass course.
Welcome to Module 1.0, where you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the ProtaStructure masterclass and its workflow. This foundational module sets the stage for your journey to mastering ProtaStructure.

Protastructure Software overview and interface
Dive into the ProtaStructure software and discover its powerful features and capabilities. This module provides a comprehensive introduction to the software, setting the stage for hands-on exploration and mastery. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll be able to: 1. Understand the ProtaStructure software architecture 2. Navigate the interface and identify key components 3. Learn basic operations and functionality 4. Familiarize yourself with software terminology 5. Prepare for hands-on exercises and projects

Mastering Axis Creation in ProtaStructure
Mastering axis creation will take your ProtaStructure skills to the next level. This module covers three essential methods for creating axes, ensuring you can confidently tackle any project. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll be able to: 1. Create and manage axes using different methods 2. Understand axis types (standard, orthogonal, and grid-based) 3. Integrate axes with AutoCAD for seamless workflow 4. Apply best practices for axis creation and management 5. Enhance model accuracy and precision

ASSIGNMENT
In this assignment, you will demonstrate your understanding of ProtaStructure software and structural modeling techniques learned in Modules 1-4. Using the provided floor plan, you will Tasks: 1. Duplicate the floor plan in AutoCAD. 2. Insert grid lines to facilitate structural modeling. 3. Create and place columns according to the floor plan layout on autocad

Modeling with ProtaStructure Tools
Master the art of modeling with ProtaStructure's powerful tools. This module dives into the practical application of ProtaStructure's features, teaching you how to efficiently insert columns, beams, and other structural elements. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll be able to: 1. Confidently use ProtaStructure's modeling tools 2. Efficiently insert columns, beams, and shear wall 3. Understand structural element properties and settings 4. Create accurate and detailed structural models 5. Analyze and optimize structural performance

Creating Openings in Shear Walls
Learn how to efficiently create openings in shear walls using ProtaStructure. This module covers the essential techniques for modeling and analyzing shear walls with openings. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll be able to: 1. Create openings in shear walls using ProtaStructure 2. Understand opening types (doors, windows, etc.) 3. Manage opening properties (size, location, etc.) 4. Analyze shear wall performance with openings

Modeling Slabs in ProtaStructure
Master the art of modeling slabs in ProtaStructure. This module provides a comprehensive guide to placing and detailing slabs, ensuring accurate structural analysis and design. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll be able to: 1. Confidently place and model slabs in ProtaStructure 2. Understand slab properties (thickness, materials, etc.) 3. Create detailed slab geometry (strip footings, etc.) 4. Analyze slab performance using ProtaStructure's analysis tools 5. Optimize slab design for maximum efficiency

Incorporating DPC/DPM in ProtaStructure Models
Learn how to accurately insert Damp Proof Course (DPC) and Damp Proof Membrane (DPM) into your ProtaStructure models. This module ensures you master the essential techniques Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll be able to: 1. Confidently insert DPC/DPM in ProtaStructure models 2. Understand DPC/DPM properties and settings 3. Create detailed DPC/DPM geometry for complex structures 4. Analyze structural performance with DPC/DPM 5. Optimize structural design for maximum efficiency

Assigning Wall Loads to Beams in ProtaStructure
Learn how to accurately assign wall loads to beams in ProtaStructure, ensuring realistic structural analysis and design. This module covers the essential techniques for distributing wall loads to beams. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll be able to: 1. Confidently assign wall loads to beams in ProtaStructure 2. Understand wall load distribution methods 3. Create accurate load combinations 4. Analyze structural performance with assigned wall loads

Generating Stories for Multi-Story Buildings
Streamline your modeling process by learning how to generate stories in ProtaStructure. This module focuses on efficiently replicating floors for multi-story buildings, using the 7-story commercial building case study. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll be able to: 1. Confidently generate stories in ProtaStructure 2. Understand story replication methods 3. Create identical floors with ease 4. Modify generated stories as needed

ASSIGNMENT: Comprehensive Structural Modeling in Protastructure Structure
Building on Assignment 1, you will continue modeling the structure using Protastructure Structure tools. You will create openings, model slabs, insert DBC, ground beams, assign wall loads to beams, generate stories.

Modeling Elevator Roofs in ProtaStructure
Learn how to accurately model elevator roofs in ProtaStructure, ensuring realistic structural analysis and design. This module focuses on inserting elevator roofs for the 7-story commercial building case study. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll be able to: 1. Confidently insert elevator roofs in ProtaStructure 2. Understand elevator shaft and roof properties 3. Create detailed elevator shaft and roof geometry

Pre-Analysis Settings in ProtaStructure
Configure your ProtaStructure model for accurate analysis by setting essential project properties. This module covers pre-analysis settings, ensuring you're prepared for successful structural analysis. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll be able to: 1. Confidently configure pre-analysis settings in ProtaStructure 2. Define material properties (concrete, steel, etc.) 3. Set reinforcement properties for beams, columns, and shear walls 4. Establish analysis criteria and parameters 5. Verify model integrity before analysis

Analysis and Design in ProtaStructure
Perform structural analysis and design using ProtaStructure. This module covers the analysis process, interpretation of results, and design optimization. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll be able to: 1. Run structural analysis in ProtaStructure 2. Interpret analysis results (forces, stresses, displacements) 3. Understand design checks (code compliance, etc.) 4. Optimize structural design for maximum efficiency 5. Identify and resolve design issues

Post-Analysis in ProtaStructure
Interpret and verify your structural analysis results using ProtaStructure's post-analysis tools. This module covers the essential steps to review, validate, and refine your design. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll be able to: 1. Confidently navigate ProtaStructure's post-analysis tools 2. Interpret analysis results (forces, stresses, displacements) 3. Verify design compliance with codes and standards 4. Identify and address design issues 5. Refine structural design for optimal performance

Slab Design in ProtaStructure
Master the art of slab design using ProtaStructure. This module covers the essential steps to design and optimize reinforced concrete slabs. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll be able to: 1. Confidently design reinforced concrete slabs in ProtaStructure 2. Define slab geometry and properties 3. Apply loads and load combinations 4. Run slab design analysis 5. Interpret results and optimize slab design

Foundation Design in ProtaStructure
Learn the fundamentals of foundation design using ProtaStructure. This module covers the design of pile and pad foundations, ensuring a solid base for your structural projects. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll be able to: 1. Confidently design pile and pad foundations in ProtaStructure 2. Define foundation geometry and properties 3. Apply loads and load combinations 4. Run foundation design analysis 5. Interpret results and optimize foundation design

Exporting Structural Drawings
Finalize your structural design project by exporting drawings from ProtaStructure to ProtaDetail and then to AutoCAD. This module covers the essential steps to share and collaborate on your design. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll be able to: 1. Export structural drawings from ProtaStructure to ProtaDetail 2. Review and refine drawings in ProtaDetail 3. Export drawings from ProtaDetail to AutoCAD (.dwg) 4. Customize drawing settings and layers 5. Prepare drawings for collaboration and construction

Staircase Design in ProtaStructure
Learn to design and model staircases in ProtaStructure. This module covers the essentials of staircase design, ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll be able to: 1. Confidently design and model staircases in ProtaStructure 2. Understand staircase types (straight, L-shaped, spiral, etc.) 3. Apply building codes and regulations. 4. Define staircase geometry and properties 5. Analyze staircase structural performance

Applying Roof Loads on ProtaStructure
Master the application of roof loads on ProtaStructure, ensuring accurate structural analysis and design. This module covers roof load types, calculation methods, and ProtaStructure implementation.

ASSIGNMENT: Structural Analysis and Documentation
Building on Assignment 2, you will assign loads, run structural analysis, and export drawings to Protastructure Detail for final documentation. You will configure pre-analysis settings, perform analysis and design, view post-analysis results, design slabs, and export drawings for printing and approval.

Introduction to ProtaSteel Design
Welcome to ProtaSteel design! This introductory module outlines the course structure, learning objectives, and key concepts for mastering steel structure design in ProtaStructure. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll: 1. Understand the ProtaSteel design course scope and objectives 2. Familiarize yourself with the course outline and structure 3. Learn key steel design concepts and terminology 4. Preview ProtaStructure's steel design capabilities 5. Prepare for hands-on steel design training

Introduction to Steel Model for Design
Review the steel model created for design, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project requirements. This module covers the essential components of the steel model. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll: 1. Understand the steel model's structure and components 2. Review design parameters and assumptions 3. Verify model accuracy and compliance 4. Prepare for steel design and analysis 5. Familiarize yourself with ProtaStructure's steel design features

Steel Model Development
Develop your steel model by creating axes and inserting essential elements. This module covers axis generation and short column pedestal placement. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll: 1. Confidently generate axes using Autogonal Axis Generator 2. Understand axis management in ProtaStructure 3. Insert short column pedestals accurately 4. Create stories for steel frame organization 5. Prepare for steel column section placement

Steel Frame Modeling on protastructure
Develop your steel frame model by positioning columns, inserting beams, bracing, and other essential members. This module covers the fundamentals of steel frame modeling in ProtaStructure. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll: 1. Confidently position steel columns 2. Insert steel beams and bracing 3. Add purlin members and girts 4. Understand steel frame modeling best practices 5. Prepare for steel frame analysis and design

Steel Structure Analysis
Perform structural analysis on your steel model, applying loads and interpreting results. This module covers load application, analysis, and result visualization. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll: 1. Confidently add loads to steel models 2. Understand steel structure analysis fundamentals 3. Interpret analysis results 4. Visualize results effectively

ASSIGNMENT: Simple Warehouse Modeling and Analysis
Demonstrate proficiency in modeling and analyzing a simple warehouse structure using Prota Structure software.

General Introduction to ProtaSteel
Discover ProtaSteel, a comprehensive software for steel design, analysis, and fabrication. This introductory module sets the stage for mastering ProtaSteel. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll: 1. Understand ProtaSteel's capabilities and applications 2. Familiarize yourself with the ProtaSteel interface 3. Learn key terminology and concepts 4. Prepare for steel design, analysis, and fabrication 5. Confidently navigate ProtaSteel's features and tools

Steel Plate and Anchor Bolt Modeling
Master steel plate and anchor bolt modeling in ProtaSteel. This module covers inserting steel plates, holes, and anchor bolts, essential for steel connection design. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll: 1. Confidently insert steel plates for anchor bolts 2. Understand hole creation and management 3. Accurately insert anchor bolts in holes 4. Familiarize yourself with ProtaSteel's steel connection tools 5. Prepare for advanced steel connection design

Advanced Steel Connection Modeling
Master advanced steel connection modeling techniques in ProtaSteel. This module covers purlins and girt connection macros and hunch connections for column-beam joints. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll: 1. Confidently insert purlin and girt connection macros 2. Understand hunch connection design and application 3. Accurately model column-beam joints 4. Familiarize yourself with ProtaSteel's advanced connection tools 5. Prepare for complex steel structure modeling

Advanced Steel Connection Modeling
Master advanced steel connection modeling techniques in ProtaSteel, focusing on stiffened end plate, bolted gusset plate, and fin plate connections. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll: 1. Confidently model stiffened end plate connections 2. Understand bolted gusset plate connection design and application 3. Accurately model fine plate connection

Steel Project Documentation and Export
Master the final steps of steel project documentation and export in ProtaSteel. This module covers material takeoff and exporting to AutoCAD. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll: 1. Confidently perform material takeoff for steel projects 2. Understand quantity calculation and estimation 3. Export ProtaSteel models to AutoCAD 4. Familiarize yourself with ProtaSteel's documentation tools 5. Prepare for efficient project collaboration and execution

Conclusion and Advice to Prota Software Engineers
Congratulations on completing the ProtaSteel course! This final module provides a conclusion and advice to Prota software engineers, highlighting key takeaways and best practices. Learning Objectives By the end of this module, you'll: 1. Recap key skills learned throughout the course 2. Understand best practices for ProtaSteel implementation 3. Gain insights from expert advice and industry experiences 4. Confidently apply ProtaSteel skills in real-world projects 5. Prepare for continuous learning and professional growth

ASSIGNMENT: Steel Fabrication and Detailing
Demonstrate proficiency in exporting a steel model from Prota Structure to Prota steel, creating fabrication details, and exporting drawings to AutoCAD.

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