Structural Engineering
Advanced Seismic Design Principles
Course Description
Comprehensive coverage of modern seismic design principles including performance-based design, nonlinear analysis, and the latest building code requirements. Learn practical applications for earthquake-resistant structures. This course provides in-depth knowledge of seismic hazard assessment, structural dynamics, and advanced analysis techniques used in modern earthquake engineering practice.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand performance-based seismic design methodology
- Apply nonlinear static and dynamic analysis techniques
- Implement latest ASCE 7 seismic provisions
- Design earthquake-resistant structural systems
Course Outline
- Introduction to Seismic Design (1 hour)
- Earthquake fundamentals
- Seismic hazard assessment
- Building code evolution
- Structural Dynamics (2 hours)
- Single degree of freedom systems
- Multi-degree of freedom systems
- Response spectrum analysis
- Performance-Based Design (2 hours)
- Performance objectives
- Capacity design principles
- Nonlinear analysis methods
- Building Code Requirements (2 hours)
- ASCE 7 provisions
- Seismic design categories
- Detailing requirements
- Case Studies and Applications (1 hour)
- Real-world examples
- Lessons from past earthquakes
- Best practices
Course Requirements
- Prerequisites: Basic understanding of structural analysis and design
- Materials Needed: Calculator, ASCE 7 standard (reference provided)
- Assessment: Final quiz with 70% passing score
- Certificate: Issued immediately upon successful completion