Seismic Design Course | Earthquake Engineering | IIT(BHU) Prof. Vishwajit Anand
Course Details
| Exam Registration | 242 |
|---|---|
| Course Status | Ongoing |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 12 weeks |
| Categories | Civil Engineering, Structural Design |
| Credit Points | 3 |
| Level | Undergraduate/Postgraduate |
| Start Date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| End Date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends | 02 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Registration Ends | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date | 24 Apr 2026 IST |
| NCrF Level | 4.5 — 8.0 |
Building for the Future: A Masterclass in Seismic Design
In a country like India, located in a seismically active region, the importance of earthquake-resistant construction cannot be overstated. The Seismic Design of Building Structures is not just an engineering discipline; it's a critical safeguard for human life and infrastructure. This comprehensive 12-week course, led by an expert from one of India's premier institutions, is designed to equip the next generation of engineers and practitioners with the knowledge to build safer, more resilient structures.
Meet Your Instructor: Prof. Vishwajit Anand
This course is guided by Dr. Vishwajit Anand, an Assistant Professor in Civil Engineering at IIT (BHU) Varanasi. With a strong academic foundation from IIT Guwahati (B.Tech) and IIT Madras (Ph.D.), Dr. Anand brings both deep theoretical knowledge and practical experience to the classroom.
His expertise is multifaceted:
- Teaching Excellence: Experienced in teaching crucial subjects like structural mechanics, earthquake-resistant design, and steel structures at UG and PG levels.
- Research Prowess: His primary research focuses on earthquake engineering and novel sustainable materials, with numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
- Industry & Consulting Experience: He has served as a consultant and been actively involved in seismic audit projects, bridging the gap between academia and real-world application.
- Professional Leadership: An active member of prestigious bodies like the Earthquake Engineering Research Institute (Oakland) and The Institution of Structural Engineers (London), he also plays a key role in earthquake awareness programs through the ISET Varanasi Chapter.
Course Overview: What You Will Learn
This course provides a holistic understanding of how structures respond to seismic forces and the scientific principles behind designing them to withstand earthquakes. The curriculum moves from fundamental concepts to advanced applications, ensuring a complete learning journey.
Detailed 12-Week Course Layout
| Week | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Earthquakes: Occurrences, Measurements, Learnings from Past Events, Requirements of Good Seismic Design |
| Week 2 | Design Seismic Load Calculation: Equivalent Linear Static and Response Spectrum Methods (with examples) |
| Week 3 | Design Seismic Load Calculation: Response History Method, Torsionally Irregular Buildings |
| Week 4 | Seismic Design Philosophies: Force-Based, Displacement-Based, Capacity-Based, and Energy-Based Design |
| Week 5 | Seismic Design of Reinforced Concrete Building Structures: Moment Resisting and Braced Frames |
| Week 6 | Ductile Detailing of RC Beams, Columns, Joints, & Shear Walls (with worked-out examples) |
| Week 7 | Seismic Design of Steel Building Structures: Moment Resisting and Braced Frames |
| Week 8 | Ductile Detailing of Steel Beams, Columns, Joints, Braces, and Links (with examples) |
| Week 9 | Seismic Design of Masonry Building Structures: Unreinforced and Reinforced Masonry |
| Week 10 | Ductile Detailing of Masonry; Confined Masonry Construction (with examples) |
| Week 11 | Seismic Protection of Non-Structural Components of Buildings |
| Week 12 | Seismic Retrofitting of Existing Buildings; Base Isolation; Tuned Mass Dampers |
Who Should Enroll?
- Intended Audience: Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) students in Civil/Structural Engineering. Practicing engineers and consultants in the structural design industry looking to deepen their seismic design expertise.
- Prerequisites: A foundational knowledge of Structural Dynamics, Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures, and Design of Steel Structures is recommended for optimal learning.
Industry Recognition & Support
This course is highly relevant to industry needs and is supported by leading national and international firms, including:
- Larsen & Toubro
- Shapoorji Pallonji Group
- TATA Projects Limited
- Arup
- WSP
- Gammon India
- Ducon Consultants
Essential Learning Resources
The course will reference authoritative texts and the latest Indian Standards, including:
- Key Textbooks: Agrawal & Shrikhande's Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures; Chopra's Dynamics of Structures; Farzad Naeim's The Seismic Design Handbook.
- Indian Standards (IS Codes): IS 1893 (Parts 1 & 5), IS 13920 (Ductile Detailing of RC), IS 800 & IS 18168 (Steel), IS 1905 & IS 17848 (Masonry), among others.
By the end of this 12-week journey, participants will gain a robust framework for the seismic design and ductile detailing of reinforced concrete, steel, and masonry buildings. This knowledge is pivotal for contributing to the national goal of seismic-resilient infrastructure. Enroll today to build the skills that build a safer tomorrow.
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