Design Basics of Steel Buildings

This course is part of Steel Multi Storey Building - System Design Specialization

Instructor: Subject Matter Expert

What you'll learn

Recall foundational principles of steel building design, including basis for design reports, site location considerations, and geometric parameters.
Understand how site location impacts building function & consider exposure conditions and corrosion protection for steel structures.
"Utilize material knowledge, design loads, and calculation methods to solve steel building design problems, including wind and earthquake loads."

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6 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 6 modules in this course

"Design Basics of Steel Buildings" is a comprehensive course that covers all fundamental aspects of designing steel structures. Participants delve into the foundational elements essential for successful building design, including understanding the basis for design through comprehensive reports and considering site location in conjunction with building functionality. Geometric parameters of the building are explored to ensure structural integrity and aesthetic appeal.

A critical aspect of the course is designing for the intended lifespan of the building, taking into account exposure conditions and implementing corrosion protection measures to enhance durability. Participants gain insight into the diverse range of materials used in steel building construction, from concrete and reinforcement to structural steel, bolts, welds, and fireproofing materials. The course introduces participants to various design loads, including gravity & lateral loads including wind, and earthquake loads. They learn to calculate wind loads using different methods, considering factors such as drag, interference, and dynamic effects. Earthquake loads are also thoroughly examined, with a focus on zone factors, response reduction factors, and calculation methods. Structural layout planning is emphasized, with considerations for grid planning tailored to specific building types. Participants explore vertical load-resisting systems, such as slabs, beams, and trusses, and gain an understanding of the significance of lateral load-resisting systems, including moment-resisting frames, braced frames, and shear walls. Participants will also learn to calculate preliminary sizes of structural elements based on design requirements and gain insights into coordinating structural design with building services. By the course's conclusion, participants emerge equipped with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices involved in designing steel buildings, ensuring safety, functionality, and longevity in their projects.

This module covers the fundamental aspects of designing and constructing steel buildings, including the aspects covered in a design basis report, site location considerations, geometric parameters, structural systems, special geometries, and materials such as structural steel, concrete, reinforcement, bolts, welds, fireproofing & paints, to achieve a specified design life of the structure.

What's included

12 videos1 assignment

12 videosTotal 85 minutes

About the Specialization3 minutesPreview module
About the Course2 minutes
Basis for design of buildings - design basis report2 minutes
Site location and building functionality10 minutes
Site location & construction planning7 minutes
Geometric parameters of the building8 minutes
Building functionality and structural systems8 minutes
Special geometries and Structures7 minutes
Design life of the building4 minutes
Exposure conditions & corrosion protection8 minutes
Concrete, reinforcement, block work, floors and roofs10 minutes
Structural steel, bolts, welds, fire proofing and painting materials10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Assessment on Building Design Aspects based on Site, functionality, durability, materials and structural system30 minutes

This module covers the design loads, considerations for gravity and lateral loads, load combinations based on codes, serviceability requirements, deflection limits, floor vibration, fire resistance, integration of services with the structure, and a practical example of a Structural Design Basis Report (DBR)

What's included

9 videos1 assignment

9 videosTotal 70 minutes

Introduction & Design loads4 minutesPreview module
Gravity & Lateral loads5 minutes
Load combinations and Codes for design loads and combinations7 minutes
Serviceability Requirements1 minute
Deflection and drift limits9 minutes
Floor Vibration8 minutes
Fire resistance12 minutes
Services in buildings and its Interfaces with Structure11 minutes
Sample Structural DBR8 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Assessment on Building Design Aspects based on loads, design requirements and other criteria30 minutes

This module covers the calculation of various vertical loads, starting with dead loads, including the self-weight calculation of foundation, beam, column, truss & floor systems, superimposed dead loads from various building elements & functionalities. It also addresses live loads, considering different occupancies, and some special load cases. Preparations of load layouts, and the impact of temperature on structural loads in the design and construction of steel buildings are also included in this module.

What's included

12 videos1 assignment

12 videosTotal 107 minutes

Dead Loads6 minutesPreview module
Calculation of loads due to foundations, beams and columns10 minutes
Calculation of loads due to truss and floor systems10 minutes
Super Imposed Dead Loads (SDL)8 minutes
Calculation of loads due to Floor finish, false ceiling, and service distribution system7 minutes
Calculation of loads due to equipments, partitions, facades and fillings9 minutes
Calculation of loads due to staircases, roof, terrace and other special elements 6 minutes
Live Loads7 minutes
Calculation of loads due to primary occupancy11 minutes
Calculation of loads due to secondary occupancies and special cases10 minutes
Load layouts7 minutes
Temperature Loads10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Assessment on Vertical Loads and Temperature Loads in Buildings30 minutes

This module focuses on lateral loads in buildings, covering wind loads & its calculation methods for a sample building. It also includes discussions on drag, interference, and dynamic effects in structures. Additionally, earthquake loads acting on a building are addressed, incorporating zone factors, response reduction factors, and base shear calculation based on the equivalent static method.

What's included

14 videos1 assignment

14 videosTotal 127 minutes

Wind Loads9 minutesPreview module
Design wind speed9 minutes
Design wind pressure9 minutes
Pressure coefficient method7 minutes
Force coefficient method5 minutes
Wind Load Calculation for Example Building Part 110 minutes
Wind Load Calculation for Example Building Part 29 minutes
Wind Load Calculation for Example Building Part 36 minutes
Drag, interference and dynamic effects4 minutes
Earthquake Loads14 minutes
Zone & Response Reduction Factors8 minutes
Ah Calculation8 minutes
Equivalent Static Method Part 111 minutes
Equivalent Static Method Part 210 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Assessment on Lateral Loads in Buildings30 minutes

This module covers structural layout planning for vertical load resisting systems, with an example grid planning for car parkings and other buildings. It discusses the vertical load resisting system, including slabs, beams & deck sheets. Additionally, it covers the use of chequered plates, grating, deep deck, hollow core, and RC slabs as floor systems in steel buildings. The module also addresses beams and trusses, covering beam orientation, preliminary sizing, load calculations, column placement, live load reduction, and the importance of service coordination in buildings.

What's included

16 videos1 assignment

16 videosTotal 134 minutes

Structural layout planning13 minutesPreview module
Grid planning for Car Parking Buildings7 minutes
Grid planning for other buildings7 minutes
Vertical load resisting system - slabs and beams4 minutes
Deck sheets10 minutes
Deck slab system6 minutes
Chequer plate system9 minutes
Grating, Deep deck, Hollow core and RC Slab9 minutes
Beams and Trusses6 minutes
Beam orientation 11 minutes
Preliminary sizing of beams - Part 16 minutes
Preliminary sizing of beams - Part 29 minutes
Preliminary sizing of beams - Part 38 minutes
Load calculation, Location and Orientation of columns10 minutes
Live load reduction4 minutes
Service Coordination in buildings10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Assessment on Structural Layout, Service Coordination and Selection of Vertical Load Resisting System30 minutes

This module explores lateral load resisting systems in buildings, detailing code guidelines and showcasing their significance. It delves into moment resisting frames, braced frames, shear walls, and use of lateral load resisting systems in very tall buildings. The content covers lateral load flow in braced frame systems, planning considerations, and preliminary sizing of lateral load resisting systems for effective structural design.