To provide learners with practical skills in structural analysis, design, and detailing using PROKON
software, including beams, columns, slabs, frames, and foundation elements in accordance with international
structural design standards. The course focuses on applying engineering principles through software-based
structural modelling, analysis, and report generation for real construction projects.

1. Explain structural engineering concepts used in PROKON
2. Identify structural elements and load systems
3. Apply PROKON software for structural modelling
4. Analyse beams, columns, frames, and foundations
5. Generate structural design reports and detailing outputs

Module 1: Introduction to Structural Engineering & PROKON

• Basics of structural engineering
• Types of structural systems:
o Simply supported structures
o Continuous frames
o Rigid frames
• Introduction to PROKON interface
• Project setup and file management
• Units, codes, and design standards
• Overview of structural design workflow

Module 2: Structural Loads & Analysis Principles

• Types of loads:
o Dead load
o Live load
o Wind load
o Seismic load (basic introduction)
• Load combinations
• Load transfer mechanism
• Structural stability concepts
• Support conditions
• Basic structural analysis principles

Module 3: Beam & Column Design

• Beam modelling in PROKON
• Bending moment and shear force analysis
• Reinforced concrete beam design
• Column design:
o Axial load
o Slenderness effects
• Steel vs concrete column design basics
• Design checks and safety factors
• Interpretation of results

Module 4: Frame Analysis & Structural Systems

• 2D and 3D frame modelling
• Structural stiffness concepts
• Portal frame analysis
• Multi-storey frame systems
• Lateral load resistance systems
• Structural deformation analysis
• Stability checks

Module 5: Foundations, Detailing & Reporting

• Isolated footing design
• Combined footing basics
• Soil bearing capacity concepts
• Reinforcement detailing outputs
• Structural drawings export
• Design reports generation
• Coordination with other structural software
• Construction documentation standards

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