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01 Introduction to Steel as a Structural Material 5 topics
1 Historical Development of Steel Structures
- Evolution of Steel Production
- Major Steel Structures Throughout History
- Development of Steel Design Codes
2 Advantages and Limitations of Steel
- Strength-to-Weight Ratio
- Ductility and Toughness
- Uniformity and Reliability
- Durability Considerations
- Economic Aspects
3 Steel Production and Properties
- Manufacturing Processes
- Chemical Composition
- Mechanical Properties
- Physical Properties
4 Types of Structural Steel
- Carbon Structural Steel
- High-Strength Low-Alloy Steel
- Heat-Treated Steel
- Weathering Steel
- Stainless Steel
5 Structural Steel Sections
- Hot-Rolled Sections
- Cold-Formed Sections
- Built-Up Sections
- Tubular Sections
02 Structural Steel Design Philosophies and Codes 3 topics
1 Design Philosophies
- Allowable Stress Design (ASD)
- Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD)
- Limit State Design
- Plastic Design
2 Building Codes and Specifications
- AISC Specifications
- Eurocode 3
- British Standards
- IS 800 (Indian Standard)
- Other International Codes
3 Load Types and Load Combinations
- Dead Loads
- Live Loads
- Wind Loads
- Seismic Loads
- Snow Loads
- Thermal Loads
- Load Combinations
03 Tension Members 5 topics
1 Types of Tension Members
- Cables and Rods
- Tension Ties
- Bracing Elements
2 Behavior of Tension Members
- Stress-Strain Relationship
- Effects of Holes on Tension Capacity
- Net Section Considerations
3 Design of Tension Members
- Yielding of Gross Section
- Fracture of Net Section
- Block Shear Rupture
- Slenderness Requirements
4 Connections in Tension Members
- Bolted Connections
- Welded Connections
- Pin Connections
5 Design Examples and Applications
- Truss Members
- Bracing Systems
- Hangers and Suspension Elements
04 Compression Members 6 topics
1 Types of Compression Members
- Columns
- Struts
- Bracing Elements
2 Behavior of Compression Members
- Buckling Phenomenon
- Euler's Theory
- Local Buckling
- Effects of Residual Stresses and Initial Imperfections
3 Column Design
- Effective Length Concept
- Slenderness Ratio
- Column Curves
- Design Formulas for Compression Members
4 Built-up Compression Members
- Laced Columns
- Battened Columns
- Design Requirements for Built-up Members
5 Beam-Columns
- Interaction of Axial Load and Bending
- Interaction Equations
- Design Procedures
6 Design Examples and Applications
- Building Columns
- Industrial Structure Columns
- Truss Compression Members
05 Flexural Members (Beams) 7 topics
1 Types of Steel Beams
- Simple Beams
- Continuous Beams
- Cantilever Beams
- Built-up Beams
2 Behavior of Flexural Members
- Elastic Bending
- Plastic Bending
- Shear Effects
3 Limit States in Beam Design
- Flexural Yielding
- Lateral-Torsional Buckling
- Local Buckling
- Shear Capacity
- Deflection Criteria
4 Design of Beams
- Compact Sections
- Non-compact Sections
- Slender Sections
- Design for Shear
- Web Crippling and Bearing
- Deflection Control
5 Plate Girders
- Components of Plate Girders
- Design of Web Plates
- Design of Flange Plates
- Stiffener Design
- Web Splices and Flange Splices
6 Composite Beams
- Behavior of Composite Sections
- Shear Connectors
- Design Methods
- Deflection Analysis
7 Design Examples and Applications
- Floor Beams
- Roof Beams
- Transfer Girders
- Crane Girders
06 Connections in Steel Structures 7 topics
1 Types of Connections
- Simple (Pinned) Connections
- Semi-Rigid Connections
- Rigid (Moment) Connections
2 Bolted Connections
- Types of Bolts
- Behavior of Bolted Joints
- Design for Shear
- Design for Tension
- Combined Shear and Tension
- Prying Action
- Slip-Critical Connections
- Bearing-Type Connections
3 Welded Connections
- Types of Welds
- Welding Processes
- Design of Fillet Welds
- Design of Groove Welds
- Weld Group Analysis
- Quality Control and Inspection
4 Moment Connections
- Beam-to-Column Connections
- Column Base Plates
- Beam-to-Beam Connections
- Column Splices
5 Shear Connections
- Framed Beam Connections
- Seated Beam Connections
- Single Plate (Shear Tab) Connections
6 Special Connections
- Hanger Connections
- Bracing Connections
- Truss Connections
- Moment-Resisting Frames
7 Connection Detailing
- Edge Distance and Spacing
- Clearance Requirements
- Accessibility for Installation
- Economy in Detailing
07 Steel-Concrete Composite Structures 6 topics
1 Materials for Composite Construction
- Structural Steel
- Concrete
- Shear Connectors
- Reinforcement
2 Composite Beams and Girders
- Behavior and Analysis
- Full and Partial Shear Connection
- Design for Flexure
- Design for Shear
- Deflection Analysis
- Vibration Considerations
3 Composite Columns
- Types of Composite Columns
- Behavior and Analysis
- Design Methods
- Fire Resistance
4 Composite Floor Systems
- Metal Deck Systems
- Design Procedures
- Diaphragm Action
5 Composite Connections
- Beam-to-Column Connections
- Column Base Connections
6 Design Examples and Applications
- Office Buildings
- Industrial Structures
- Bridges
08 Design of Steel Frames 6 topics
1 Types of Steel Frames
- Braced Frames
- Moment-Resisting Frames
- Dual Systems
2 Analysis of Steel Frames
- First-Order Analysis
- Second-Order Analysis
- P-Delta Effects
- Notional Load Approach
- Direct Analysis Method
3 Design of Braced Frames
- Concentric Bracing
- Eccentric Bracing
- Knee Bracing
- Bracing Connection Design
4 Design of Moment-Resisting Frames
- Rigid Frame Analysis
- Beam and Column Design
- Connection Design
- Drift Control
5 Stability Considerations
- Frame Stability
- Beam-Column Effects
- Effective Length Method
- Direct Analysis Method
6 Design Examples and Applications
- Low-Rise Buildings
- High-Rise Buildings
- Industrial Buildings
09 Plate and Box Girders 6 topics
1 Introduction to Plate and Box Girders
- Applications and Uses
- Components and Terminology
2 Behavior of Plate Girders
- Post-Buckling Strength
- Tension Field Action
- Shear-Moment Interaction
3 Design of Plate Girders
- Proportioning
- Flange Design
- Web Design
- Stiffener Design
- Bearing Stiffeners
- Intermediate Stiffeners
- Longitudinal Stiffeners
4 Box Girders
- Behavior of Box Sections
- Design Considerations
- Diaphragms and Bracing
5 Fatigue Considerations
- Fatigue-Prone Details
- Stress Range
- Fatigue Design
6 Design Examples and Applications
- Bridge Girders
- Crane Girders
- Transfer Girders in Buildings
10 Steel Roof and Floor Systems 5 topics
1 Roof Systems
- Truss Roof Systems
- Beam and Girder Systems
- Space Frames
- Arched Roof Systems
2 Floor Systems
- Beam and Girder Systems
- Open-Web Steel Joists
- Composite Floor Systems
- Cellular Beam Systems
3 Metal Decking
- Roof Deck Types
- Floor Deck Types
- Design of Metal Decking
- Attachment Methods
4 Diaphragm Action
- Rigid Diaphragms
- Flexible Diaphragms
- Analysis and Design
5 Design Examples and Applications
- Commercial Buildings
- Industrial Buildings
- Special Purpose Structures
11 Steel Structural Systems for Buildings 5 topics
1 Industrial Buildings
- Single-Story Rigid Frames
- Crane Supporting Structures
- Bracing Systems
- Roof Systems
- Cladding Support Systems
2 Multi-Story Buildings
- Frame Types
- Floor Systems
- Stability Systems
- Serviceability Considerations
3 High-Rise Buildings
- Structural Systems
- Lateral Force Resisting Systems
- Drift Control
- Wind Effects
4 Long-Span Structures
- Trusses
- Space Frames
- Arches
- Cable-Supported Systems
5 Special Structures
- Towers
- Masts
- Stadiums
- Exhibition Halls
12 Seismic Design of Steel Structures 7 topics
1 Seismic Behavior of Steel Structures
- Ductility Concepts
- Energy Dissipation
- Inelastic Behavior
2 Seismic Design Philosophies
- Force-Based Design
- Performance-Based Design
- Capacity Design Principles
3 Seismic Design of Moment Frames
- Ordinary Moment Frames
- Intermediate Moment Frames
- Special Moment Frames
- Connection Details
4 Seismic Design of Braced Frames
- Ordinary Concentric Braced Frames
- Special Concentric Braced Frames
- Eccentric Braced Frames
- Buckling-Restrained Braced Frames
5 Seismic Design of Composite Structures
- Composite Moment Frames
- Composite Braced Frames
- Composite Shear Walls
6 Seismic Detailing
- Connection Details
- Member Proportioning
- Weak Beam-Strong Column Concept
7 Seismic Retrofit of Existing Structures
- Evaluation Methods
- Retrofit Strategies
- Implementation Techniques
13 Design for Fire Resistance 6 topics
1 Behavior of Steel at Elevated Temperatures
- Mechanical Properties
- Thermal Properties
- Deformation Characteristics
2 Fire Protection Methods
- Passive Protection Systems
- Active Protection Systems
- Inherent Fire Resistance
3 Fire Design Approaches
- Prescriptive Approach
- Performance-Based Approach
- Time-Temperature Relationships
4 Design for Fire Resistance
- Required Fire Resistance Ratings
- Calculation Methods
- Structural Integrity during Fire
5 Fire Engineering
- Fire Scenarios
- Heat Transfer Analysis
- Structural Response Analysis
6 Design Examples and Applications
- Building Structures
- Industrial Structures
- Special Structures
14 Fatigue and Fracture in Steel Structures 6 topics
1 Fatigue Phenomena
- Stress Cycles
- S-N Curves
- Fatigue Life Prediction
2 Fracture Mechanics
- Brittle Fracture
- Ductile Fracture
- Fracture Toughness
3 Fatigue Design
- Detail Categories
- Stress Range
- Cumulative Damage
- Variable Amplitude Loading
4 Fatigue-Prone Details
- Welded Connections
- Bolted Connections
- Member Transitions
5 Fatigue Improvement Techniques
- Detail Design
- Post-Weld Treatments
- Stress Reduction Methods
6 Design Examples and Applications
- Bridge Structures
- Crane Structures
- Offshore Structures
- Structures Subject to Wind Vibration
15 Stability of Steel Structures 6 topics
1 Fundamentals of Structural Stability
- Equilibrium Concepts
- Bifurcation Points
- Post-Buckling Behavior
2 Member Stability
- Flexural Buckling
- Torsional Buckling
- Flexural-Torsional Buckling
- Local Buckling
3 Frame Stability
- Sway and Non-Sway Frames
- Effective Length Concept
- Stability Analysis Methods
- Direct Analysis Method
4 Plate Stability
- Behavior of Plates
- Post-Buckling Strength
- Effective Width Concept
5 Stability Design in Codes
- AISC Provisions
- Eurocode Provisions
- Other Code Provisions
6 Design Examples and Applications
- Column Design
- Beam Design
- Frame Design
- Plate Element Design
16 Design for Corrosion Protection 6 topics
1 Corrosion Mechanisms
- Electrochemical Process
- Types of Corrosion
- Corrosion Rates
2 Corrosion Protection Methods
- Protective Coatings
- Galvanizing
- Cathodic Protection
- Weathering Steel
- Stainless Steel
3 Design Considerations
- Environmental Exposure Categories
- Detail Design for Corrosion Control
- Maintenance Access
4 Durability in Various Environments
- Industrial Environments
- Marine Environments
- Urban Environments
- Rural Environments
5 Life-Cycle Cost Analysis
- Initial Costs
- Maintenance Costs
- Replacement Costs
- Service Life Prediction
6 Design Examples and Applications
- Bridges
- Marine Structures
- Industrial Structures
- Exposed Architectural Structures
17 Fabrication, Erection, and Quality Control 6 topics
1 Fabrication Processes
- Cutting and Machining
- Drilling and Punching
- Welding
- Assembly
2 Tolerances and Fit-Up
- Fabrication Tolerances
- Erection Tolerances
- Connection Fit-Up
3 Erection Procedures
- Erection Planning
- Erection Equipment
- Safety Considerations
- Temporary Bracing
4 Quality Control and Inspection
- Mill Inspection
- Shop Inspection
- Field Inspection
- Non-Destructive Testing
5 Construction Management
- Scheduling
- Material Management
- Cost Control
- Documentation
6 Design for Constructability
- Member Standardization
- Connection Standardization
- Transportation Limitations
- Erection Sequence Considerations
18 Rehabilitation and Strengthening of Steel Structures 6 topics
1 Assessment of Existing Structures
- Condition Survey
- Material Testing
- Structural Analysis
- Load Testing
2 Common Deficiencies
- Corrosion Damage
- Fatigue Cracking
- Connection Failures
- Design Deficiencies
3 Strengthening Methods
- Section Augmentation
- Post-Tensioning
- Composite Action
- Connection Modifications
4 Repair Techniques
- Crack Repair
- Corrosion Damage Repair
- Connection Repair
- Member Replacement
5 Seismic Retrofit
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Retrofit Strategies
- Implementation Techniques
6 Design Examples and Applications
- Building Structures
- Bridge Structures
- Industrial Structures
- Historic Structures
19 Sustainable Steel Design 6 topics
1 Life Cycle Assessment
- Embodied Energy
- Carbon Footprint
- End-of-Life Considerations
2 Material Efficiency
- Optimized Sections
- High-Strength Steel Applications
- Minimum Material Solutions
3 Design for Disassembly and Reuse
- Bolted Connections
- Standardization
- Adaptability
4 Recycling and Reuse
- Recyclability of Steel
- Reuse of Structural Components
- Demolition Waste Management
5 Green Building Rating Systems
- LEED Requirements
- BREEAM Requirements
- Other Rating Systems
6 Design Examples and Applications
- Sustainable Commercial Buildings
- Industrial Buildings
- Temporary Structures
20 Computer-Aided Design and Building Information Modeling 6 topics
1 Structural Analysis Software
- Finite Element Analysis
- Frame Analysis Programs
- Special Purpose Software
2 Steel Design Software
- Member Design
- Connection Design
- Integrated Design Packages
3 Building Information Modeling (BIM)
- BIM for Steel Structures
- Interoperability
- Clash Detection
- 4D and 5D Applications
4 Parametric Design
- Parametric Modeling Concepts
- Optimization Techniques
- Applications in Steel Design
5 Computer-Aided Fabrication
- CNC Fabrication
- Digital Fabrication
- Data Transfer Protocols
6 Case Studies and Applications
- Complex Geometries
- Integrated Design Process
- Construction Coordination
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