ETABS and SAFE Course
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4 Hours Eğitim Saati
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4 Week Program Süresi
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Max. 15 People Sınıf Mevcudu
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Sertifikalı Siteden Sorgulanabilir AEC Akademi Sertifikası
- ETABS and SAFE operational logic
- Interface introduction and core tools
- Grid system and coordinate structure
- Creating the story system
- Project settings and regulation definitions
- Unit system and model organization
- Reinforced concrete structural system approach
- Sample project setup
- Creating column systems
- Beam modeling logic
- Shear wall layouts and placements
- Slab definitions
- Rigid diaphragm approach
- Inter-story relationships and load transfer
- Establishing the structural system layout
- Model validation and error check
- Dead loads and live loads
- Wall loads and cladding/cladding loads
- Roof and occupancy loads
- Seismic load definitions
- Wind load approach
- Creating load combinations
- Load transfer logic
- Analysis preparation process
- TBDY (Turkish Building Earthquake Code) parameters
- Modal analysis approach
- Response spectrum analysis
- Mass definitions
- Story drift control
- Torsional irregularity
- Interpreting dynamic behavior
- Evaluation of seismic results
- Column behavior and cross-sectional effects
- Beam moment and shear forces
- Shear wall system behavior
- Slab load distribution
- Structural system performance
- Reinforcement approach
- Safety control processes
- Technical interpretation of results
- High-rise building behavior
- Core shear wall systems
- Stiffness distribution
- Irregularity checks
- Story effects and structural system organization
- Shear wall-frame interaction
- Seismic approach in high-rise buildings
- Model optimization
- SAFE operational logic
- Transferring slab systems
- Shell element approach
- Slab load behavior
- Two-way slab system
- Punching shear control
- Slab reinforcement approach
- Evaluation of results
- Creating the raft foundation system
- Column load transfer
- Soil distributed load approach
- Foundation thickness evaluation
- Reinforcement analysis logic
- Foundation stiffness evaluation
- Cross-sectional effects and deformation control
- Interpreting foundation system results
- Isolated foundation logic
- Continuous foundation approach
- Raft foundation behavior
- Allowable soil bearing capacity/pressure
- Foundation load distribution
- Differential settlement approach
- Foundation system safety
- Soil-data relationship
- Moment and shear diagrams
- Displacement evaluation
- Story drift reports
- Irregularity checks
- Interpreting reinforcement density
- Preparing engineering reports
- Technical control processes
- Analysis validation approach
- Formwork plan logic
- Reinforcement drawing sheets approach
- Section and detail production
- Technical drawing check
- PDF and CAD outputs
- Project delivery layout
- Structural project organization
- Technical office operational logic
- Establishing the structural system over a real-world project
- Completion of ETABS analyses
- Foundation system solution with SAFE
- Interpreting seismic results
- Reinforcement and system control
- Preparation of the technical report
- Project validation processes
- Final project delivery submission
The construction and architecture sector, with the rapid advancement of technology, goes beyond traditional methods and places itself at the center of digital transformation. ETABS and SAFE, being among the most powerful software packages in the engineering world, are reshaping structural analysis and design processes. Recognized as the industry standard especially for modeling multi-story buildings, high-rise structures, and complex structural systems, ETABS analyzes the behavior of structures under earthquake, wind, and other dynamic loads with high accuracy, contributing to the development of safe designs that comply with regulations.
Focusing on the analysis of foundation and slab systems, SAFE executes precise calculations across a broad spectrum ranging from reinforced concrete slabs to raft foundations, piled foundation solutions, and soil-structure interactions. It enables the development of engineering solutions that provide structural safety, economic efficiency, and on-site buildability together, while preserving the aesthetic integrity of the architectural design.
The advanced analysis and modeling capabilities offered by ETABS and SAFE provide projects with significant advantages from both a technical and economic perspective. Complex calculations that could take days or even weeks with traditional methods can be completed within a short period in a digital environment. While contributing to faster progress in project workflows, this approach also elevates labor efficiency.
Thanks to the advanced data transfer infrastructure of the software, high compatibility is achieved between architectural and structural models, interdisciplinary coordination is strengthened, and errors that might arise during the implementation phase are prevented right during the design process. In addition, thanks to structural system and material optimization, unnecessary resource consumption is reduced, costs are kept under control, and a contribution is made to developing more sustainable projects. AEC Academy contributes to participants strengthening their professional knowledge and skills through its practice-oriented educational approach.
ETABS and SAFE are professional software applications developed to perform analysis, design, and verification procedures in structural engineering projects. ETABS enables the three-dimensional modeling of building-type structures, definition of loads, execution of static and dynamic analyses, evaluation of seismic and wind effects, and the design of reinforced concrete and steel structural systems. Focusing on the engineering solutions of reinforced concrete slabs and different foundation systems (raft, continuous, etc.), SAFE detects load transfers, soil-structure interaction, and required reinforcement quantities with high precision. When used together, ETABS and SAFE ensure that superstructure and foundation systems are solved in an integrated manner, contributing to the preparation of safer, more economical, and code-compliant engineering projects.
3D Modeling: It allows detailed three-dimensional modeling and visualization of structures.
Static and Dynamic Evaluation: By analyzing the effects of static and variable loads on the system, it makes an in-depth examination of structural integrity and behavior patterns possible.
Earthquake and Wind Analyses: It can calculate the impacts of earthquakes, wind, and different load combinations on the structure.
Reinforced Concrete and Steel Design: It supports the design and control processes of reinforced concrete and steel structural system elements.
Utilization of Advanced Analysis Tools: It can implement advanced engineering methods such as modal analysis, response spectrum analysis, and performance assessment to evaluate structural behavior in detail.
Slab and Foundation Solutions: Together with SAFE, it can perform detailed analysis of raft foundations, slabs, and other foundation systems.
Reinforcement and Design Checks: It can check the compliance of structural elements with codes through reinforcement calculations.
Software Integration: It facilitates the workflow by supporting data exchange with different CAD, BIM, and engineering software.
Advanced Reporting and Visualization: By transforming resulting complex analysis data into clear tables, dynamic graphics, and comprehensive technical reports, it delivers maximum speed to strategic decision-making and evaluation processes.
Flexible and Customizable Structure: It allows the adjustment of modeling parameters and analysis settings according to project requirements.
- It saves time by performing complex engineering calculations in a short period.
- It helps detect potential errors in the design process at an early stage.
- It enables the integrated operation of superstructure and foundation systems.
- By managing material resources with maximum efficiency, it lowers fabrication costs and plays a key role in optimizing the project budget.
- It allows a detailed evaluation of seismic performance.
- It facilitates coordination and data sharing among project teams.
- It makes it possible to obtain high-accuracy analysis results in large and complex projects.
- It supports carrying out work in accordance with national and international design standards.
- It facilitates project documentation by accelerating technical reporting processes.
- By handling safety, economy, and sustainability criteria with a holistic approach, it contributes to developing structural designs that meet modern standards.
This advanced software is widely used primarily by civil engineers specialized in the field of structural and earthquake engineering. In addition, architects who develop innovative structural designs and technical teams working in structural design offices benefit from this software. Furthermore, academics, researchers, and engineering professionals working in the construction sector effectively utilize these tools in their studies. It also serves as an important professional development tool for students studying in related departments of universities and for recent graduates who wish to specialize in the field of structural analysis. Especially professionals involved in reinforced concrete and steel building projects can perform more comprehensive analyses and manage their projects more effectively thanks to their knowledge of ETABS and SAFE.
At the end of the ETABS and SAFE training, participants will possess the following knowledge and competencies:
Numerical Analysis and Modeling Tools
They can effectively use the core and advanced tools of ETABS and SAFE programs.
Numerical Modeling of the Structural Skeleton
They can model and design the structural systems of reinforced concrete and steel structures accurately.
Definition of External Loads and Limit State Analyses
By defining dead, live, seismic, and wind loads, they can perform static and dynamic analyses based on limit state principles.
Seismic Performance Evaluation
They can examine the seismic behavior of structures, interpret analysis results, and develop solutions in compliance with regulations.
Slab and Foundation Engineering Solutions
Utilizing SAFE software, they can analyze and design slab systems, raft foundations, and other foundation solutions.
Numerical Data Management and Analysis
By meticulously processing the complex technical data obtained from analysis processes, it ensures that critical engineering decisions are made in the most accurate, safe, and rational manner.
Technical Documentation and Presentation Skills
Analysis and design outputs are communicated with a professional presentation language through technical reports, tables, and visuals.
Engineering Solutions and Field Experience
Through hands-on studies, they gain mastery over the analysis and design processes utilized in real-world project scenarios.
Compliance with Legal Norms and Technical Specifications
They can develop safe and applicable projects in line with current standards and seismic regulations.
Professional Development and Sectoral Competence
By expanding their knowledge base in structural analysis and design, they can strengthen their competitive edge and career opportunities in the sector.
ETABS and SAFE training prices may vary depending on the content, duration, introductory or advanced level of the training, application density, and whether it is offered in individual or group formats. In addition, the online or face-to-face education model, the expertise of the instructor, provided training materials, live project applications, and support services offered at the end of the training stand out as important elements affecting the pricing. Therefore, program fees may show differences based on the needs of the participants and the scope of the training content.
This course is suitable for civil engineers, individuals who want to work in structural project offices, and anyone who wants to learn high-rise building analysis and foundation-slab design.
ETABS is used for building modeling and analysis, while SAFE is used for the design of foundation and slab systems.
Yes. Knowledge of basic structural analysis, reinforced concrete, and earthquake calculation makes the course more efficient.
Yes. A building model is created through story definitions, columns, beams, shear walls, slabs, and load definitions.
Yes. Raft foundation and slab design are shown practically on SAFE using the reactions obtained from the ETABS model.
Yes. The model and load transfer process between the two programs is explained practically in the course.
Yes. At the end of the course, you will be able to create building models, perform analysis, and interpret the main results.
Yes. Reinforcement requirements and result evaluation processes in foundation and slab systems are explained.
Yes. Since ETABS is widely used especially in multi-story building analysis, it contributes to those who want to work in this field.
Yes. It contributes to professional development as it handles important software used in structural project offices together.
