Structural Stability and Design
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Structural Stability
Overview of structural stability, importance, and applications

Module #2
Basic Concepts in Structural Analysis
Review of structural analysis, loads, and load combinations

Module #3
Stability of Beams and Columns
Eulers theory, buckling load, and column design

Module #4
Stability of Frames
Frame instability, sway frames, and braced frames

Module #5
Introduction to Material Properties
Material behavior, strength, and failure theories

Module #6
Steel Design
Steel properties, steel design philosophies, and AISC codes

Module #7
Concrete Design
Concrete properties, concrete design philosophies, and ACI codes

Module #8
Timber Design
Timber properties, timber design philosophies, and NDS codes

Module #9
Load Paths and Load Distribution
Load paths, load distribution, and tributary areas

Module #10
Structural Systems and Forms
Types of structural systems, advantages, and disadvantages

Module #11
Design of Columns
Column design, column types, and column failure modes

Module #12
Design of Beams
Beam design, beam types, and beam failure modes

Module #13
Design of Slabs and Plates
Slab and plate design, slab and plate types, and failure modes

Module #14
Design of Foundations
Foundation types, foundation design, and soil-structure interaction

Module #15
Seismic Design Principles
Seismic design, seismic loads, and seismic design philosophies

Module #16
Wind Load Design Principles
Wind loads, wind design, and wind design philosophies

Module #17
Progressive Collapse and Robustness
Progressive collapse, robustness, and redundancy in structures

Module #18
Structural Stability Analysis
Linear and non-linear stability analysis, eigenvalue analysis

Module #19
Geometric Non-Linear Analysis
Second-order effects, P-Δ and P-δ effects, and geometric non-linear analysis

Module #20
Material Non-Linear Analysis
Material non-linear behavior, plasticity, and creep

Module #21
Dynamic Analysis of Structures
Dynamic analysis, vibration, and seismic response

Module #22
Structural Optimization Techniques
Optimization methods, shape optimization, and topology optimization

Module #23
Sustainability and Structural Design
Sustainability in structural design, green architecture, and environmental impact

Module #24
Case Studies and Failure Analysis
Real-world examples, failure analysis, and lessons learned

Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Structural Stability and Design career

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