2-Month Program · Structural Analysis & Design
STAAD Pro
16 hands-on modules · 12 tools & platforms · 60+ hours of training · Structural analysis and design software for checking loads, forces and member sizing. Covers modelling, load cases, analysis and steel/RC design codes, built around real analysis-and-design projects from day one.
Who this course is for
Built for diploma/degree civil & structural engineering students, working professionals and AutoCAD users who want dedicated, focused training on STAAD Pro for structural analysis and design — basic engineering mechanics helps, but every core concept is taught from the ground up.
By the end you'll model real 2D/3D structures, apply load cases and combinations, run linear static analysis, and design steel and RCC members as per Indian design codes the way a design office expects.
1Program structure
Two phases over 8 weeks — from STAAD Pro fundamentals and structural modelling, through analysis, design codes and reporting.
| Phase | Modules | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 — Fundamentals & Structural Modelling | 01–08 | The STAAD Pro interface, geometry, sections, supports and load cases |
| Phase 2 — Analysis, Design Codes & Reporting | 09–16 | Running analysis, reading results, steel/RCC design as per IS codes and reports |
2Full curriculum — all 16 modules
Click any phase to expand its modules, or open a module directly for a detailed description.
Phase 1Fundamentals & Structural ModellingModules 01–08The STAAD Pro interface, geometry, sections, supports and load cases+
01Introduction to STAAD Pro & the Interface+
Getting comfortable with the STAAD Pro workspace, model editor and the general analysis-and-design workflow used in every module.
02Project Setup: Units, Grids & Structure Wizard+
Setting up a new project with the right units, structure type and grid using the Structure Wizard.
03Nodes, Members & Structural Geometry+
Defining nodes and members to build accurate 2D and 3D structural geometry.
04Material & Section Properties (Steel & Concrete)+
Assigning material grades and cross-section properties from the section library for steel and RCC members.
05Supports & Boundary Conditions+
Applying fixed, pinned and spring supports, and setting realistic boundary conditions for a model.
06Load Cases: Dead, Live & Wind Loads+
Defining primary load cases — dead, live and wind — and applying them correctly to members and nodes.
07Load Combinations as per IS Codes+
Building load combinations using IS-code factors so the model is checked under realistic worst-case scenarios.
08Building a Simple 2D/3D Frame Model+
Combining everything from Phase 1 into a complete, load-ready 2D/3D frame model.
Phase 2Analysis, Design Codes & ReportingModules 09–16Running analysis, reading results, steel/RCC design as per IS codes and reports+
09Running Structural Analysis & Reading Solver Output+
Running linear static analysis and understanding the solver output log for warnings and errors.
10Bending Moment & Shear Force Diagrams+
Reading and interpreting bending moment and shear force diagrams for individual members.
11Axial Force, Deflection & Reaction Checks+
Checking axial forces, node deflections and support reactions against allowable limits.
12Steel Member Design as per IS 800+
Running steel member design checks and code-based verification as per IS 800.
13RCC Member Design as per IS 456+
Designing reinforced concrete beams, columns and slabs and checking reinforcement as per IS 456.
14Design Optimization & Member Sizing+
Refining section sizes and member properties to balance safety, code compliance and economy.
15Generating Reports & Output Documentation+
Producing analysis and design reports, print-ready output and documentation for submission.
16Capstone: Complete Analysis & Design of a Structure+
Delivering a full structural analysis and design project — modelling, loads, analysis, steel/RCC design and a final report.
312 tools & platforms you'll use
Everything is taught on real, industry-standard STAAD Pro tools you'll use later on the job — not simulations. Swipe or use the arrows to browse every category.
4How each module is taught
Every module follows the same practical, real-project lens, so you always know what to expect in class.
Concept Walkthrough
Trainer explains the concept with a real structural analysis or design scenario first, then the tool or workflow.
Live Along
You build the same model, load case or design check step by step, right alongside the trainer.
Hands-on Exercise
An independent task applying the concept to a new analysis or design problem.
Doubt Clearing
One-on-one help for anyone stuck, before the class moves to the next module.
Weekly Assessment
A short practical STAAD Pro test every week so gaps are caught early, not at the end.
5Projects & portfolio
Three practical, portfolio-ready analysis-and-design projects across the full syllabus — the kind of work you'll show in interviews.
- Project 1. Analysis of a 2D/3D portal frame under dead, live and wind loads
- Project 2. Steel building design with member sizing as per IS 800
- Project 3. Capstone: complete RCC framed structure — modelling, analysis and design as per IS 456 with a full report
6Assessment & certification
Weekly practical assessments covering modelling, load application and analysis/design workflows, with instructor review and feedback.
Final practical exam across both phases, plus the capstone project used as your demonstrable, portfolio-ready proof of skill.
Certificate of completion, plus resume and project portfolio support through our 100% Placement Assist program.
7Quick answers
Do I need prior knowledge of structural analysis or design?
Basic engineering mechanics is helpful but not required — every STAAD Pro concept, from geometry to code-based design, is taught from the ground up.
Do I need my own laptop with STAAD Pro installed?
A laptop with STAAD Pro and reasonable specs is strongly recommended since you'll be practicing daily and building a portfolio, but institute computers with STAAD Pro are also available in class.
Will I actually analyse and design real structures, or is it mostly theory?
You'll model and analyse real structural scenarios from week one. Every module includes hands-on practice on real or realistic problems, ending in a full analysis-and-design capstone project.
Which design codes are covered?
This course covers Indian Standard codes — IS 800 for steel design and IS 456 for RCC design — along with IS-code based load combinations. Advanced or international codes are covered in specialised tracks.
Are classes online, offline, or both?
Both. Offline batches run at our Alpha-1, Greater Noida campus; online live batches follow the same curriculum with the same trainers. Morning, evening and weekend timings are available.
What can I do after completing this course?
You'll be ready for structural design engineer, STAAD analyst and structural draftsman roles at design and consultancy firms, with a project portfolio, and can progress into advanced structural design tracks with the same placement support.