Steel Structure design, Analysis and Modeling Using Tekla structures.

Structural and civil engineers

Steel structure designers and detailers

BIM engineers and coordinators

EPC project engineers

Fabrication and construction professionals involved in steel works

Basic knowledge of structural engineering principles

Familiarity with steel structures and engineering drawings

Prior exposure to structural software is beneficial

Basic computer and Windows operating system skills

Steel Structures Fundamentals & Tekla Overview

Introduction to steel structures and applications

Overview of steel structural systems (frames, trusses, industrial buildings)

Design philosophy and load paths

Introduction to Tekla Structures interface and workflow

Project setup, grids, levels, and reference models

Structural Modeling in Tekla

Modeling beams, columns, bracing, and trusses

Material grades and profiles

Use of components and parametric modeling

Modeling of industrial and commercial steel frames

Practical exercises: creating a full steel frame model

Connection Design & Detailing

Principles of steel connection design

Modeling bolted and welded connections

Standard and custom Tekla connections

Detailing of base plates, splice connections, and joints

Practical exercises: connection modeling and detailing

Analysis Coordination & Documentation

Integration with structural analysis software (conceptual workflow)

Clash detection and coordination

Creation of General Arrangement (GA) drawings

Shop drawings and assembly drawings

Bill of materials (BOM) and reports generation

Advanced Modeling & Project Delivery

Model checking and quality control

Model preparation for fabrication and erection

Revision management and model updates

Best practices for steel BIM workflows

Final project exercise and review