COURSE DESCRIPTION
The training program is designed to cover various aspects related to the design of bridge structures and foundations. The course will provide a comprehensive understanding of the following topics
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
- Civil Engineers & Designers
- Aspiring Civil Engineering students
- Contractors & Consultants
- Government Technical Officers
- Academician & Other Enthusiast
REQUIREMENTS
Technical Person with preferably engineering background.
SYLLABUS IN DETAILS
Module I : Planning and Project Report Preparation
- Considerations for bridge planning and project report preparation
- Site investigation, alignment selection, and feasibility analysis
Module II: Basis of Design
- Introduction to the basis of design principles for bridge structures
- Understanding the design philosophy and safety factors
Module III: Material Properties and Design Values
- Evaluation of material properties and their design values
- Determination of material strengths and limitations
Module IV: Loads and Load Combinations
- Overview of various types of loads acting on bridge structures
- Calculation of load combinations for different design scenarios
Module V: Analysis of Bridges
- Introduction to computer-aided analysis tools for bridge structures
- Structural analysis methods for determining internal forces
Module VI: Limit States for Design of Bridge Superstructures, Substructures, and Foundations
- Understanding the limit state design concept for bridge components
- Design considerations for bridge superstructures, substructures and foundations
Module VII: Detailing Requirements, Including Ductile Detailing
- Overview of detailing requirements for bridge structures
- Importance of ductile detailing for enhanced structural performance
Module VIII : Bridge Design Example
- Detailed design example of a road bridge structure
- Step-by-step calculation and design process demonstration