Construction aspects of Steel Buildings

Coursera MOOC / Non-credit USD 49
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Construction aspects of Steel Buildings

About this course

The Construction Aspects of Steel Buildings course offers comprehensive insights into key construction components. It begins with detailed exploration of shear, moment, and splice connections, providing practical examples. Participants learn about industrial building types, structural framing, roofing, and wall materials, alongside load evaluation. Special structural elements like plate and gantry girders are covered, with focus on modeling, analysis, and design checks. Laced and battened columns are detailed. Structural drawing planning, fabrication, transportation, and erection planning are addressed, emphasizing inspections and adherence to good practices. Participants gain a holistic understanding of steel building construction, ensuring successful project implementation.

What you'll learn

  • understand shear, moment, and splice connections
  • evaluate load factors in construction
  • identify different types of industrial buildings
  • plan for structural drawing and fabrication
  • apply design checks for structural elements

Course objectives

  • equip participants with holistic knowledge of steel building construction
  • ensure successful project implementation through adherence to good practices

Skills you'll gain

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