This specialized course provides a comprehensive, code-compliant framework for the design of steel structures according to AISC 360-22, as referenced by the Abu Dhabi International Building Code (ADIBC 2013).
Through ten interactive modules, participants will gain a complete understanding of the behavior, analysis, and design of steel members and connections under various loading conditions - from tension and compression to flexure, combined actions, and stability.
The program bridges theory and practice by combining design principles, numerical examples, and real Abu Dhabi project applications. It guides engineers through limit-states design (LSD), connection detailing, member stability, and documentation processes required for DMT approval.
By the end of this course, participants will be equipped with the technical knowledge and practical skills to design safe, efficient, and code-compliant steel structures that meet local and international standards.
By completing this course, participants will be able to:
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This module introduces the fundamentals of steel structure design, the philosophy behind the AISC 360-22 Specification, and its integration within ADIBC 2013. Participants learn about the limit states design approach, types of loads, and key parameters influencing steel behavior.
This module reviews steel material properties, stress–strain behavior, and classification of cross-sections. It explains how ductility, residual stresses, and slenderness affect design strength and stability.
This module covers the design of tension members including bars, angles, and plates. Participants learn how to determine design strength under yielding and rupture limit states according to AISC 360-22.
This module explains the design of compression members such as columns and struts. It highlights the concepts of buckling, slenderness ratio, and the effective length method in column design.
This module addresses the design of beams under bending, covering flexural strength, lateral–torsional buckling, and plastic moment capacity according to AISC provisions.
This module discusses members subjected to combined axial load and bending, introducing interaction equations and design checks for biaxial bending.
This module focuses on the design of plate girders and built-up sections, covering web buckling, shear strength, and stiffener requirements.
This module presents the design of welded and bolted connections, including tension, shear, and moment connections. Participants learn to apply AISC 360-22 and AWS D1.1 provisions.
This module explains overall structural stability and the role of lateral bracing systems such as moment frames, braced frames, and shear walls in steel structures.
This module summarizes the full design workflow and documentation required for DMT approval. It also includes real case studies demonstrating compliant steel design applications in Abu Dhabi.