Course Summary
This 3-day
course will cover linear static analysis for a variety of structure and bridge types, with reference to the country codes and requirements of delegates on the course.
The course will teach useful model building skills and effective ways
of viewing and processing results. Automated loading to design codes and rating analysis will be
explored and topics including structural idealisation and error diagnosis will also be covered.
As well as covering simple training examples, more detailed examples
of a skewed and curved girder bridge and a more complex structure (truss or
arch) will also be undertaken. The course is for engineers with
some or no prior knowledge of LUSAS.
Please note that limited places are
available and will be allocated on a first-come, first served
basis.
Course Details
Course
Type |
Dates |
Location |
Duration |
Cost
(USD) |
Booking |
Custom |
13-15
June 2018 |
Conshohocken,
PA,
USA |
3
days |
$1750 |
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Some delegate
feedback from LUSAS scheduled training courses:
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“This
class was excellent and one of the best training courses that I
have taken." (Tim E.)
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“Very
good demonstrations/teachers with a good variety of hands-on
examples.” (Douglas R.)
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"The
instructor was phenomenal! Engaged, energetic, helpful and
friendly! Could not have asked for a better one." (Joe K.)
Introduction Course
The course will cover the following
topics:
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Overview of LUSAS, finite element analysis, geometry, attributes, the LUSAS treeview, section property calculators, viewing results, documentation, sources of help.
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Getting more out of beam models, tapering sections, discrete loads and moving loads, temperature effects, settlement of supports, enveloping and smart combinations, report writer, obtaining natural frequencies.
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Flat slabs, construction options/ classification, analysis options, isotropic slabs, plate models, grillage analogy, orthotropic slabs, multicellular slabs, shear key / box
beam.
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Beam and slab construction, construction options/ classification, analysis options, mixing elements, ordinary beams with top slab, box beams with top slab
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3D modelling, plate girder modelling, CAD import, accuracy of FE analysis, interpolation and mesh refinement, element shapes, mesh patterns, surface and volume meshing.
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Bridge loading, principles and use of the vehicle load optimisation facility, wheel loads
As well as simple training examples the following will also be considered, a skewed and curved girder bridge and a more complex structure (truss or arch).
Costs:
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Course costs are quoted in US
Dollars and include full course documentation, lunch and
refreshments. Please advise any special dietary requirements
when booking.
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Discounts may be available for
sending more than one delegate from the same organisation.
Please contact LUSAS
for details.
Computer hardware
Course location(s)
Who should attend?
The course is aimed at
those who want to get the most out of LUSAS
and those who wish to extend and improve their analysis knowledge and capabilities for bridge engineering
applications. Those wanting to add to or
complete your continuing Professional Development Hours are
especially welcome.
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