course | Seismic Design and Retrofitting of Structures
Join our Seismic Design and Retrofitting of Structures course in Abu Dhabi. Gain practical seismic design retrofitting structures skills with expert guidance,
CEC-761 | Seismic Design and Retrofitting of Structures
Course Sector : Civil Engineering
| Duration | Date from | Date to | Course Venue | Course fees | Book a course |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Days | 21/09/2026 | 25/09/2026 | Dubai | $4,250 | Book now |
| 5 Days | 14/12/2026 | 18/12/2026 | Abu Dhabi | $4,250 | Book now |
| 5 Days | 10/01/2027 | 14/01/2027 | Riyadh | $4,250 | Book now |
| 5 Days | 24/05/2027 | 28/05/2027 | Texas | $5,950 | Book now |
Course Introduction
The essence of successful seismic design lies in three critical elements:
adopting a multi-hazard approach that addresses seismic forces alongside other hazards, adhering to performance-based requirements exceeding minimum code standards, and fostering a unified understanding among design team members. Seismic design involves ensuring that buildings resist earthquakes and other hazards such as blast impacts and high winds with minimal damage.
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of seismic and wind design principles and detailing for reinforced concrete and steel structures. Participants will learn advanced techniques in accordance with global standards (e.g., ADIBC/ACI/ASCE), enabling efficient and robust structural design.
Course objective
- Gain comprehensive knowledge of designing and detailing earthquake-resistant steel and reinforced concrete structures.
- Estimate the probability and intensity of ground motions and their implications on structural design.
- Perform seismic analysis using manual methods and advanced computer tools.
- Understand capacity design concepts and structural ductility.
- Apply seismic and wind design provisions from ADIBC/ACI/ASCE standards.
- Evaluate wind design pressures and understand the impact of various windstorm types.
- Accurately calculate design pressures for structural components and cladding.
- Develop performance-based designs for seismic and wind hazards.
Course audience
- civil engineers.
- Experienced Civil Engineers Seeking Professional Development
- Architects and Urban Planners
- Entrepreneurs in the Construction Industry
- Project Managers in the Construction Industry
Course Outline | DAY 1
Seismic Analysis and Code Provisions
- Multi-Degrees of Freedom (MDOF) Systems:
- Dynamic analysis using modal and time history procedures
- Linear seismic analysis approaches
Course Outline | Day 02
Code Provisions for Earthquake-Resistant Design:
- Seismic provisions from ADIBC/ACI/ASCE
- Inelastic behavior, ductility, and capacity design concepts
- Code-based dynamic analysis requirements
Course Outline | Day 03
Seismic Design of Steel and Concrete Structures
- Seismic Design of Steel Buildings:
- Ductile moment-resisting frames
- Ductile steel braced frames
- Solved example: Steel building seismic design
Seismic Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures:
- Ductile moment-resisting concrete frames
- Reinforced concrete shear walls
- Solved example: Concrete building seismic design
Course Outline | Day 04
Wind Design Essentials
- Introduction to Wind Engineering:
- Climatology of windstorms and hazard maps
- Determining site-specific wind speeds
- Basics of wind engineering and ASCE 7 wind design provisions
Wind Hazard Analysis:
- Performance-based wind design concepts
- Practical exercises in calculating wind pressures for frames and cladding
Course Outline | Day 05
Advanced Wind Design and Performance-Based Approaches
- Advanced Wind Design Techniques:
- Wind tunnel testing methodologies
- Using multi-source data for wind design solutions
- Tornado-specific design considerations using ASCE 7
Integrated Seismic and Wind Design Review:
- Performance-based approaches for multi-hazard resilience
- Case studies and course review
- Final discussion and participant feedback
BOOST’s Professional Attendance Certificate “BPAC”
BPAC is always given to the delegates after completing the training course,and depends on their attendance of the program at a rate of no less than 80%,besides their active participation and engagement during the program sessions.
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