Training on Earthquake-Resistant Design and BIM Integration using NBC 105:2020

Training Objectives

With the introduction and revision of NBC 105: Seismic Design of Buildings in Nepal, it has become increasingly important for Nepali engineers to understand and utilize the Nepal Building Code (NBC) to design resilient structures. This course introduces earthquake-resistant design and analysis based on NBC 105: 2020 standards. Participants will learn fundamental concepts of earthquake-resistant design, including material properties, load calculations, and structural analysis techniques. Additionally, the training will cover the basics of integrating structural analysis with BIM platforms, ensuring engineers can effectively use BIM for enhanced design, and coordination.

Content of the Course

1. Earthquake Resistant Design and a few Basic Concepts

2. Installation of Software and Introduction of tools and interface

3. Structural Modeling of building

• Definition of Material Properties (Characteristic Strength)
• Definition of Section Properties and modifiers

4. Assigning loads to the buildings

• Vertical Load Calculation (Dead Load, Live Load)
• Earthquake Load Calculation (Static and Dynamic analysis): Calculation of base shear, load pattern, and load combinations

5. Analysis of Building

• Modal analysis results
• Dual System check

6. Performance Check

• Drift check
• Irregularity check

7. Member Design Check

• Member pass check
• Beam-Column Capacity Check
• Ductile detailing checks: minimum size of columns and beams, detailing in beams, columns, joints
• Design of Foundations (Manual and Using SAFE)
• Design of other members (Concept for shear wall, Staircase, Roof Truss, etc.)

8. Discussion of extra topics and query session (Flexible and Rigid Diaphragms, Vertical Earthquake, Dynamic Analysis, P Delta Analysis, Concept of steel design)

9. Learn Basics to Integrate Structural Analysis with the Building Information Modelling (BIM) Platform

Software's Covered

• ETABS/SAP
• SAFE

Target Audience and Prerequisites

This course is intended for civil engineers, graduate students, and practicing structural engineers who wish to deepen their understanding of earthquake-resistant design.

Training Schedule

The course is available in flexible morning and evening sessions. Specific times will be communicated to you via call or email. The training spans 15+ hours.

Additional Information

Equipment: For an optimal learning experience, use two screens or computers—one for following the instructions and the other for hands-on tasks.

Recording Access: Distance training sessions are recorded, and participants can access these recordings for 30 days after the course ends.

Terms and Conditions: Please review our Terms and Conditions before registering.

Contact Information

For further details or to register, please get in touch with us at trainings@forefronteng.com or call us at 9741803162; 01-5147349.