What you'll learn
STAAD.Pro CONNECT Edition – Standard Course Description
The STAAD.Pro CONNECT Edition Course is a comprehensive training program designed to equip engineers, designers, and structural professionals with the knowledge and skills to analyze and design structures using one of the most widely used structural analysis and design software in the industry.
Participants will learn to perform structural modeling, analysis, and design for buildings, bridges, towers, and industrial structures using advanced tools and features of STAAD.Pro CONNECT Edition. The course emphasizes practical, project-based learning, helping learners develop industry-ready expertise in structural engineering workflows.
Key Features
- Complete training in structural modeling, analysis, and design
- Practical, project-based exercises for real-world applications
- Covers steel, concrete, timber, and composite structures
- Hands-on experience with codes and standards for international design
- Certificate of Completion from ET&T Computer Education & Training
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Create accurate 3D structural models for buildings and industrial structures.
- Perform structural analysis for static and dynamic loads.
- Design structural elements as per international codes (IS, AISC, Eurocode, etc.).
- Generate detailed reports, drawings, and design documentation.
- Apply best practices for safe, efficient, and optimized structural design.
Who Should Enroll
- Civil and structural engineering students
- Structural engineers and designers
- CAD/BIM professionals involved in structural projects
- Professionals seeking career growth in structural design and analysis
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Course Syllabus
STAAD.Pro CONNECT Edition – Standard Course Syllabus
Module 1: Introduction to STAAD.Pro CONNECT Edition
- Overview of STAAD.Pro and CONNECT Edition features
- Applications in structural engineering
- User interface, workspace, and project setup
- Units, grid, and coordinate systems
- File management: creating, saving, and opening projects
Module 2: Modeling Basics
- Creating nodes, beams, columns, and slabs
- Structural member properties and materials
- Modeling different structure types: buildings, bridges, towers
- Assigning supports and boundary conditions
- Grouping elements for easier management
Module 3: Load Definitions
- Types of loads: dead, live, wind, seismic, snow
- Load combinations and load patterns
- Applying point, line, and area loads
- Load case management and validation
Module 4: Structural Analysis
- Understanding static and dynamic analysis
- Running linear and non-linear analysis
- Analyzing results: displacements, moments, shear forces, axial forces
- Interpreting analysis output for structural design
- Identifying critical members and areas
Module 5: Design of Structural Elements
- Steel design as per IS, AISC, and Eurocode standards
- Concrete design: beams, columns, slabs, and footings
- Timber and composite structures (optional/advanced)
- Automatic design vs. manual checks
- Reviewing code compliance reports
Module 6: Advanced Modeling Features
- Modeling complex geometries and irregular structures
- Use of beams, trusses, and plates
- Incorporating bracing, diaphragm, and secondary elements
- Grouping, replication, and template usage
Module 7: Output & Reporting
- Creating design and analysis reports
- Graphical visualization of results: diagrams, charts, and tables
- Exporting data to Excel, CAD, or PDF
- Detailing drawings from STAAD.Pro models
- Documentation for project submission
Module 8: Real-World Projects
- Multi-storey building analysis and design
- Industrial shed structures
- Bridge modeling and load analysis
- Seismic and wind load analysis for structures
- Complete project: modeling, analysis, and design of a building with final reports
Module 9: Tips, Tricks & Best Practices
- Time-saving commands and shortcuts
- Model verification and error checking
- Optimizing member design for material efficiency
- Project organization and workflow management
- Industry-standard practices for structural modeling and reporting
Course Outcome
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Create 3D structural models for buildings, bridges, and industrial structures
- Perform structural analysis for static, dynamic, and seismic loads
- Design structural elements as per international codes
- Generate professional reports and drawings
- Apply best practices for efficient, safe, and optimized structural design
Course Duration
- Total Duration: 60–80 Hours (flexible depending on schedule)
- Mode: Classroom / Online / Hybrid
- Practical Sessions: 70% hands-on exercises with real-world projects
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