PG Program in RCC Structure & BIM Technology

Curriculum & Learning Modules

Program Highlights

•      Duration: 8 Months

•      Total Hours: 160–170

•      Projects: 10+ live projects

•      Code Standards: IS / ACI / ASCE / BS

Program Overview

This 8-month, industry-focused program is designed for civil and structural engineers who want to become composite Structural & BIM Design Engineers. It combines core RCC design principles with hands-on training on CSI ETABS, CSI SAFE, SAP2000, Autodesk Revit and Autodesk Navisworks. Learners gain practical skills in structural analysis, detailing, 3D modelling and 4D/5D BIM integration, backed by global code exposure and real-world project work.

Curriculum at a Glance

•      Module 01 — Theory & Code of Practice (Conceptual Foundation | Structural Theory + Global Codes)

•      Module 02 — Analysis & Design of RCC Building (CSI ETABS)

•      Module 03 — Checks on Superstructure (Code-based Verification | CSI ETABS)

•      Module 04 — Sub-structure, Slab & Staircase Design (CSI SAFE)

•      Module 05 — BIM Technology: 4D & 5D BIM (Autodesk Revit (Structure) + Autodesk Navisworks)

•      Module 06 — Detailing of Structure (CSI Detailer / RCDC)

•      Module 07 — Infrastructure Projects (CSI SAP2000)

•      Module 08 — Project Report & Final Submission (Cross-software Collaboration)

Detailed Learning Modules

Module 01 — Theory & Code of Practice

Conceptual Foundation | Structural Theory + Global Codes

•      Structural fundamentals: FEA/FEM methods

•      Shell and membrane concepts, diaphragm modal analysis

•      Earthquake engineering, seismic analysis and wind analysis

•      Indian codes: IS 456, IS 800, IS 875 (Parts 1–3), IS 13920, IS 1893, IS 16700 introduction

•      International codes: BS 8110, ACI 318, CEB-FIP 2010, UBC 97, ASCE 7-16, FEMA introduction

Module 02 — Analysis & Design of RCC Building

Software: CSI ETABS

•      Gravity load analysis, equivalent static analysis and wind static analysis

•      FEM analysis, modal analysis and dynamic behaviour

•      Wind dynamic analysis, response spectrum and time history analysis

•      Pushover analysis and P-Delta analysis

•      Torsional irregularity and creep & shrinkage analysis

•      Axial column shortening analysis and auto construction sequence analysis

•      Vibration analysis

•      Design of beams, columns and flexural walls

Module 03 — Checks on Superstructure

Code-based Verification | CSI ETABS

•      Stability checks as per code

•      Lateral stability check and vertical deflection check

•      Storey drift check and overturning moment check

•      Deflection control check and modal analysis checks

Module 04 — Sub-structure, Slab & Staircase Design

Software: CSI SAFE

•      Software algorithm, capabilities, strengths and limitations

•      Modelling of foundations, basements and footings (2D and 3D import methods)

•      Design of strips and FEM-based slab design methodology

•      Design of slabs, rafts and piles

•      Punching shear reinforcement design (stud rails), detailing and reporting techniques

•      Differential settlement of foundations and its control

•      Combined complex foundation systems, punching shear and nonlinear uplift

•      Soil-structure interaction and mastering result interpretation

Module 05 — BIM Technology: 4D & 5D BIM

Software: Autodesk Revit (Structure) + Autodesk Navisworks

•      ISO standard for BIM

•      BIM (Building Information Modelling) for structure

•      BIM analysis: energy, wind and heat analysis

•      Advanced BIM: 4D scheduling / sequencing / cost / quantity integration

Module 06 — Detailing of Structure

Software: CSI Detailer / RCDC

•      Detailing techniques and rebar detailing of structure

•      Schedule preparation, reporting and presentation

Module 07 — Infrastructure Projects

Software: CSI SAP2000

•      Design, analysis and detailing of overhead water tanks

•      Design, analysis and detailing of underground water tanks

•      Retaining wall design

•      Transmission tower design

Module 08 — Project Report & Final Submission

Cross-software Collaboration

•      Projects and collaboration between different software platforms

•      Finalising project report and proof-checking

Software & Tools Covered

•      CSI ETABS

•      CSI SAFE

•      CSI SAP2000

•      Autodesk Revit (Structure)

•      Autodesk Navisworks

•      CSI Detailer / RCDC

Design Codes & References

Only the required code will be taken as reference for a particular use.

•      Indian codes: IS 456, IS 875, IS 1893, IS 800, IS 13920, IS 16700

•      International codes: ACI 318, BS 8110, CEB-FIP 2010, UBC 97, ASCE 7-16, FEMA, Eurocode

Live Projects Included

Note: Buildings up to G+35 only.

•      Residential Structure

•      Hospital Structure

•      Apartment Building

•      Commercial Complex

•      Tower Building

•      Overhead & Underground Water Tank

•      Dome Structure

•      Retaining Wall

•      Transmission Tower