Learn Cyclic Pushover Analysis

🏫 Master Cyclic Pushover Analysis with CSI Perform 3D & eSEES: A Comprehensive Guide 🚧

Course Headline: Unlock the Secrets of Resilient Structures – Learn Cyclic Pushover Analysis Using CSI Perform 3D and eSEES!

🚀 Course Description:

Welcome to the definitive online course for structural engineers and students seeking to master the art of cyclic pushover analysis (CPA) with a focus on calibrating nonlinear RC analytical column models against experimental data. This course, led by the esteemed Haitham Abdelmalek, will guide you through the intricacies of using CSI Perform 3D and eSEES – a powerful graphical user interface (GUI) for the OpenSees framework.

Why Take This Course?

• Industry-Standard Tools: Learn to use state-of-the-art software that is widely used in the field of structural engineering.
• Practical Application: Apply your knowledge by performing a full cyclic pushover analysis, integrating theoretical concepts with real-world applications.
• Expert Guidance: Benefit from Haitham Abdelmalek's expertise as you explore the complexities of nonlinear structural behavior under seismic loading.

Course Structure Overview:

1. Introduction to the PEER Structural Database 📚

   • Understand the PEER database and its significance in earthquake engineering research and practice.
   • Gain insights into how real-world structural performance data can inform analytical models.

2. The Perform 3D Model and Its Results 🖥️

   • Learn to set up a Perform 3D model for nonlinear RC analytical columns.
   • Analyze and interpret the results, comparing them with experimental data to ensure model accuracy.

3. The eSEES Model and Its Results 🔧

   • Discover how to use eSEES as a GUI for OpenSees to perform a detailed nonlinear static pushover analysis.
   • Compare the results from both Perform 3D and eSEES, ensuring that your analytical model aligns with real-world experimental outcomes.

By the end of this course, you'll not only have a deep understanding of performing cyclic pushover analysis but also be able to calibrate models using actual test data. This skill set is crucial for enhancing the safety and performance of structures under seismic conditions.

🎓 Key Takeaways:

• Gain hands-on experience with CSI Perform 3D and eSEES software tools.
• Learn best practices for model calibration using experimental data.
• Understand the role of PEER in structural engineering research.
• Develop a comprehensive approach to performing cyclic pushover analysis.

Embark on your journey to become a proficient practitioner in cyclic pushover analysis today! 🛠️🌍🏗️