Earthquakes test structures at their absolute limits, and seismic design is the discipline that keeps buildings standing and people safe when the ground shakes. This program equips structural engineers with the principles and methods of earthquake engineering, from seismic hazard and dynamics to the design and detailing of structures that resist seismic forces and deform safely.
In seismic regions and increasingly in codes worldwide, earthquake engineering expertise is essential to safe, compliant structural design. This course combines seismic theory with practical design application and introduces emerging trends in performance-based design and seismic protection systems.
Course Objectives
Upon the successful completion of this program, attendees will be able to:
- Understand seismology and earthquake characteristics
- Apply seismic hazard and ground motion concepts
- Apply structural dynamics to seismic response
- Calculate seismic loads and base shear
- Apply response spectrum analysis
- Understand ductility and energy dissipation
- Apply capacity design principles
- Design seismic-resistant concrete structures
- Design seismic-resistant steel structures
- Detail for seismic ductility
- Design shear walls and bracing systems
- Apply irregularity and torsion considerations
- Apply seismic codes and provisions
- Understand base isolation and dampers
- Assess and retrofit existing structures
- Apply emerging trends in performance-based seismic design
Course Outline
- Module 1: Seismology & Earthquake Characteristics
- Module 2: Seismic Hazard & Ground Motion
- Module 3: Structural Dynamics & Seismic Response
- Module 4: Seismic Load & Base Shear Calculation
- Module 5: Response Spectrum Analysis
- Module 6: Ductility & Energy Dissipation
- Module 7: Capacity Design Principles
- Module 8: Seismic-Resistant Concrete Design
- Module 9: Seismic-Resistant Steel Design
- Module 10: Seismic Detailing for Ductility
- Module 11: Shear Walls & Bracing Systems
- Module 12: Irregularity & Torsion Effects
- Module 13: Seismic Codes & Provisions
- Module 14: Base Isolation & Dampers
- Module 15: Emerging Trends: Performance-Based Seismic Design
Who Should Attend
This course is intended for structural engineers and designers working in seismic regions or on structures requiring earthquake-resistant design. A solid foundation in structural analysis and design is recommended.
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