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)

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.

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.

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.

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.