Course Catalogue.

After participating in this course, you will be able to:

• Identify and mitigate serviceability issues that could impact facility productivity.
• Effectively calculate design loads and integrate them with anticipated operational conditions.
• Assess and account for dynamic loading, including crane movements, equipment operations, and seismic activities.
• Select and design economical structural systems tailored for durability and future expansion.
• Apply advanced design techniques to steel I-beams, trusses, and composite systems for optimized structural performance.

Description
Structural design is vital in developing industrial buildings, where stability, safety, and serviceability are paramount. Engineers must be well-versed in various aspects, from understanding complex load combinations to ensuring frame stability. This course addresses these challenges by exploring the fundamentals of structural design, beginning with analyzing loads, load combinations, and the essential principles of different structural systems and framing concepts. By delving into topics such as bracing for stability and the frame stability analysis (P-Δ effect), participants will gain a solid foundation for maintaining the structural integrity of industrial facilities.

Moving beyond the basics, the course provides an in-depth examination of the roof-framing design, focusing on critical components like cladding, purlins, girts, and tie rods, as well as cantilever (Gerber) girders and open-web steel joists. Participants will learn about the detailed design of steel I-beams, composite concrete-steel floor systems, and composite trusses, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of different structural elements. The course also covers the design and analysis of crane girders and brackets, highlighting the importance of proper vibration design for human comfort and safety.

By the end of this course, participants will be equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to design robust and efficient structural systems for industrial buildings. Whether you're involved in oil and gas, mining, chemical processing, or manufacturing, the insights gained will be invaluable for optimizing your projects for safety, durability, and scalability.

Who Should Attend
This course is designed for various professionals, including structural designers, owners, managers, facility owners, architectural engineers, and plant engineers. It particularly benefits building manufacturers, contractors, and procurement personnel in oil and gas, refineries, mining, chemicals processing, aluminum production, and pulp and paper.

Additionally, anyone involved in the design, analysis, or construction of industrial facilities will find this course highly relevant for enhancing their skills and understanding of modern structural design practices.