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هل ترغب في التصفح باللغة العربية؟
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العربية
English
Welcome to the training program on Fundamentals of Structural Engineering in Abu Dhabi. This course introduces the essential principles and local codes that shape structural design in the emirate. Whether you're new to the field or looking to deepen your expertise, it offers practical insights and technical clarity to help you plan, design, and deliver safe, code-compliant structures tailored to Abu Dhabi’s unique building environment.
This comprehensive digital program is designed to equip engineers, architects, and construction professionals with a deep understanding of structural engineering principles tailored to Abu Dhabi’s unique building environment. From code compliance with the Abu Dhabi International Building Code (ADIBC) to climate-specific design strategies, the program blends international standards with local applications.
Through eight structured lessons, participants will explore critical topics including structural design loads, reinforced concrete systems, beam and column detailing, slab and foundation design, and the integration of ADIBC with digital tools like BIM and MePS. Real-life case studies, practical quizzes, and local code interpretations ensure a hands-on learning experience aligned with Abu Dhabi’s regulatory and environmental context.
Whether you're entering the UAE construction market or enhancing your local design knowledge, this course offers the essential technical foundation to design safe, resilient, and compliant structures across the emirate.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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This lesson sets the stage for understanding structural engineering within Abu Dhabi’s distinctive environment. You'll explore the engineer’s role in ensuring safe, code-compliant structures that can withstand the region’s extreme climate, complex soil conditions, and urban growth. Learn how ADIBC and ACI standards guide local practice, and examine real-world case studies from villas to high-rise towers. Perfect for engineers, designers, and construction professionals looking to build smart and safe in the UAE.
This lesson introduces the Abu Dhabi International Building Code (ADIBC) as the emirate’s foundational regulatory guide for safe and sustainable construction. It focuses on Chapter 16, which outlines key structural design principles, load types, lateral stability systems, and seismic/wind design methods. The lesson also highlights how ADIBC integrates with modern digital tools such as MePS and BIM, promoting innovation and precision in structural engineering practices.
This lesson explores the essential concept of design loads and their critical role in building safety. Covering types of loads- dead, live, and environmental—as defined by the Abu Dhabi International Building Code (ADIBC 2013), learners will gain a clear understanding of load notations, calculation methods, and combinations used in real-world structural design for the Abu Dhabi context.
This lesson provides a comprehensive introduction to reinforced concrete, its key properties, and the ACI 318-08 standards adopted within the Abu Dhabi International Building Code (ADIBC).
It explains concrete behavior under load, creep and shrinkage effects, reinforcement types, and includes practical design examples for columns, slabs, and high-rise structures in compliance with code requirements.
This lesson presents the design of reinforced concrete beams according to the ACI 318-08 standards adopted in Abu Dhabi.
It explains the concept and function of beams in load resistance, flexural behavior, nominal moment capacity calculation, minimum steel area requirements, and shear design using stirrups. Practical examples and best practice tips are included to ensure safe and efficient beam design.
This lesson covers different types of columns, their behavior under axial and bending loads, slenderness effects, and reinforcement requirements including ties and spirals. Practical examples and key tips are provided to ensure column safety and stability.
This lesson covers the design of reinforced concrete slabs according to Abu Dhabi’s ACI 318-08 standards. It explains different slab types, including one-way, two-way, and flat slabs, detailing their classification and design based on support conditions and load distribution.
The lesson also discusses shear and bending considerations, reinforcement requirements, thickness, and deflection control to ensure optimal performance and durability. Practical examples illustrate real-world design applications.
This lesson covers foundation design according to ACI 318-08 standards, considering Abu Dhabi’s soil conditions. It begins with defining foundations and their role in transferring loads to the soil. Then, it reviews types of shallow foundations like isolated and combined footings, and deep foundations such as piles. The lesson explains how to calculate soil bearing capacity and pressure distribution. Next, it details the design steps for isolated and combined footings, emphasizing checks for bending, shear, and proper reinforcement. The lesson concludes with practical guidelines tailored to Abu Dhabi’s environment, including concrete cover and sulfate-resistant cement to ensure structural durability and safety.
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