Course overview
Seismic Design of Structures is an introduction that builds a solid working knowledge in Seismic Design of Structures. It covers the principles, the requirements of ACI, AISC, Eurocodes, IBC and local building codes, and the practical methods used on site, with case studies from operations in the Gulf, Africa and worldwide. Available online, in the classroom in 60 cities, or in-house.
What participants will be able to do
- Explain the principles, terminology and scope of Seismic Design of Structures
- Apply the relevant requirements of ACI, AISC, Eurocodes, IBC and local building codes
- Use practical tools, checklists and calculations with confidence
- Recognise common problems, risks and root causes and choose the right corrective action
- Prepare an improvement plan for their own site or organisation
Who should attend
Designed for civil and structural engineers, site engineers, consultants and inspectors, new joiners and anyone who needs a solid grounding in the subject.
Course outline (5 days)
- Day 1: Principles and terminologyScope, key definitions and how Seismic Design of Structures fits into daily operations
- Day 2: Codes, standards and requirementsWhat ACI, AISC, Eurocodes, IBC and local building codes require, and how to read them
- Day 3: Methods, tools and calculationsStep-by-step methods, checklists and worked examples
- Day 4: Operation, inspection and common problemsTypical failures, warning signs and what to do about them
- Day 5: Case studies, workshop and assessmentGroup exercise on real cases and a final knowledge check
What the 10-day edition adds
- Day 6: Applied project, part 1Apply the week-one methods to a case from your organisation
- Day 7: Data and digital toolsSoftware, spreadsheets and digital tools used in practice
- Day 8: Lessons from incidents and auditsWhat investigations and audit findings teach
- Day 9: Applied project, part 2Complete, test and refine your solution
- Day 10: Presentations and final assessmentPresent to the group and complete the final assessment
Training method and certificate
Interactive sessions, practical exercises, case studies and pre- and post-course assessments. Participants receive a Qimma Global Training certificate of completion stating the training hours (30 hours for 5 days, 60 hours for 10 days). Delivered in English or Arabic.
Dates 2027–2030
None of these dates work? We run this course for your team on the date and in the place you choose.
| Dates | City | Duration | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8–12 Mar 2027 | Johannesburg Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 24 May – 4 Jun 2027 | Kigali Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 28 Jun – 2 Jul 2027 | Luanda Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 26 Jul – 6 Aug 2027 | Amsterdam Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 8–12 Nov 2027 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 17–21 Jan 2028 | Marrakech Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 6–17 Mar 2028 | Rome Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 15–19 May 2028 | Berlin Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 19–30 Jun 2028 | Abu Dhabi Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 2–6 Oct 2028 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 11–15 Feb 2029 | Cairo Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 4–15 Jun 2029 | Copenhagen Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 11–15 Jun 2029 | Manchester Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 16–27 Jul 2029 | Casablanca Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 5–9 Nov 2029 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 28 Apr – 2 May 2030 | Salalah Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 3–14 Jun 2030 | Kuala Lumpur Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 17–21 Jun 2030 | Tbilisi Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 24 Jun – 5 Jul 2030 | Abu Dhabi Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 26–30 Aug 2030 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |