Building Design Professional Development Seminars in 2009

 2009 Schedule Overview
Our Vision

As part of ADAPT's ongoing commitment to the global concrete design community and the advancement of the application of pre-stressing technologies, Dr. Bijan Aalami has made educational and practical seminars one of the principal activities of ADAPT over the last twenty-five years. Design engineers in Panama, Singapore, Latvia and Brazil relied on ADAPT software and consulting to successfully establish the practice of unbonded post-tensioning in their countries. Dr. Aalami's qualifications as a Professor Emeritus of Civil Engineering at San Francisco State University, a registered Structural Engineer in California, and a Chartered Engineer in the United Kingdom, together with ADAPT's extensive design experience worldwide, provides the knowledge base upon which ADAPT seminars are developed.

The primary themes of Building Design seminars offered by ADAPT are:
  • Design of post-tensioned buildings
  • Construction technology of post-tensioning
  • Economic advantages of post-tensioning
  • Fundamentals of post-tensioning design
  • Application of ADAPT software in design of floor and foundation systems
  • Case studies of design of post-tensioned buildings
ADAPT offers educational and practical seminars for members of the consulting engineering, public works, transportation departments, and university communities in the USA and other countries. ADAPT offers a wide range of course formats, including:
  • Short one-day seminars
  • Two- and three-day seminars
  • Hands-on design and software workshops
Seminars, training, and workshops are offered at client's site, or at ADAPT offices in San Francisco Bay Area, New York, and Kolkata, India. Alternatively, interactive sessions are available online.

A sampling of past seminar and workshop locations include:
  • Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • London, UK
  • Dubai, UAE
  • Hong Kong, China
  • Seoul, Korea
  • Sao Paulo, Brazil
  • Buenos Aires, Argentina
  • Singapore, Singapore
  • Taipai, Taiwan
  • Madrid, Spain
  • New Delhi, Kolkota, Chennai and Bangalore, India
  • Amman, Jordan
  • view 2008 schedule...
Ongoing educational and practical seminar series in collaboration with other educational institutes and professional organizations

Like previous years, 2009 promises to be a year packed with seminars and training courses offered by ADAPT on design and construction of post-tensioned buildings, concrete structures and segmentally constructed bridges. Refer to the schedule below to find an event near you. We are continually adding new locations worldwide and will post them on this web site as detailed information becomes available.

In addition to our regularly scheduled program, we offer customized seminars for your organization.
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 2009 Detailed Schedule
 Post-Tensioning Design Seminar in Panama

March 6, 2009 in Panama City, Panama
    Diseno y Construccion de Estructuras Postensadas
    Serie de Seminarios en Latino America

    Descripcion del Curso:
    Dr. Bijan Aalami Este curso le provee al Ingeniero las herramientas y el know-how para un diseno eficiente y economico de edificios postensados. Ofrece los ultimos desarrollos en tecnologia constructiva, revision de nuevas provisiones en el Codigo ACI-318-08, procedimientos de diseno y software.

    Despues de una breve introduccion de los sistemas actuales de postensados en la practica constructiva, el curso continua con los aspectos economicos de los tendones adheridos y no adheridos y cubre conceptos practicos de diseno y procedimientos de diseno para vigas, losas en una direccion, losas planas en dos direcciones apoyadas sobre columnas.

    Cada paso se documenta con literatura, ejemplos y simulaciones de computador. El curso continua con la demostracion de tecnologia de punta en modelacion grafica de estructuras para el analisis y diseno de sistemas de piso, incluyendo el uso eficiente de dibujos de AutoCAD, la integracion con la ultima tecnologia de modelacion de informacion de Edificios (BIM) de Revit Structure y la generacion de modelos usando las herramientas del software de ADAPT.

    Se presenta un proceso integrado para la generacion de calculos estructurales, planos para construccion de refuerzo y postensados, y estimacion de cantidades de construccion.

    El seminario incluye ejemplos practicos de diseno por computador y la integracion eficiente con el software de ADAPT de los resultados de analisis gravitacionales y laterales (sismo y viento) de software de terceras partes como ETABS.

    Director:
    Fundador de ADAPT Corp. Profesor Emerito Universidad de San Francisco, California. Miembro Permanente del Instituto del Postensado PTI.

    En el seminario, los participantes:
    • Revisaran las practicas actuales de construccion de postensados en estructuras de edificios.
    • Aprenderan sobre conceptos y procedimientos de diseno de postensados.
    • Estudiaran metodos de calculo manual detallado para postensado y su verificacion.
    • Conoceran los ultimos cambios/actualizaciones en el Codigo ACI-318-08.
    • Examinaran las ventajas economicas del postensado.
    • Se familiarizaran con la modelacion, analisis y diseno de sistemas de losas postensadas usando el software de ADAPT y su integracion con AutoCAD y Revit Structure.
    • Obtendran experiencia practica y se expondran al diseno eficiente de postensados usando el software de ADAPT.
    • Se familiarizan con la tecnologia de punta en software y metodologias de analisis y diseno.

    Horario del Seminario:
    8:00am - 12:00pm y 1:00pm - 5:00pm

    Direccion del Seminario:
    Camara de La Construccion CAPAC, Ciudad de Panama
    Calle Aquilino de La Guardia No.19, frente al Hotel Ejecutivo,
    Ciudad de Panama.

    Organizador:
    ADAPT Latin America

    INSTRUCCIONES PARA INSCRIBIRSE:
    Para registrarse, envienos un mensaje a ventas@adaptlatin.com
    O llamenos al telefono/fax (En Estados Unidos), +1 786 228 8968.
    Le enviaremos por correo electronico las instrucciones de pago.
    Su registro es valido cuando se verifique la informacion financiera.
    Tendra derecho a recibir documentacion del seminario, coffee breaks y light lunch.

 2-Day Advanced Design Course in Dubai

April 11 - 12, 2009, Dubai, UAE
    A Two-day Design Oriented Practical Course on
    Advanced Design of Reinforced and Post-tensioned Concrete Floor Systems

    This two-day intensive and advanced course is intended for structural engineers with background to design of conventionally reinforced or post-tensioned floor systems. It presents the latest developments in building codes, design practice and analytical tools, and provides the answer to many critical questions facing structural engineers. Course Director: Dr. Bijan O. Aalami, Professor Emeritus of San Francisco State University.

    Click to view full Brochure and Registration Form (PDF) >>

    Seminar time:
    9:00am - 5:00pm

    Seminar venue:
    Le Meridien
    Grand Ballroom 2
    Dubai, UAE

    Organizers:
    ADAPT International Private Ltd.
    Mr. Amit Sahai, General Manager Sales & Marketing
    Kolkata, India
    Tel: +91-33-302 86580/ 82
    Fax: +91-33-302 86581
    intl@adaptsoft.com

 One-Day Course on Post-Tensioning and Design, Zagreb, Croatia

May 29, Zagreb, Croatia
    An Educational and Practical Course on
    Post-Tensioning Design and Construction

    Tentative Schedule:
    This one-day course is intended for engineers new to the field of post-tensioning in buildings and covers critical topics ranging from the description of the system to design considerations and constructability issues.
    • Introduction to Post-Tensioning; Post-tensioning Systems; Hardware; Applications; Construction Technology
    • Concepts in Structural Modeling of Conventionally Reinforced and Post-Tensioned Floor Systems
    • Requirements and Procedures for Design of Post-Tensioned Floor Systems
    • Building Code Requirements for Design of Post-Tensioned Floor Systems (EC2; ACI; IBC (International Building Code))
    • Design of Concrete Floor Systems for Lateral (Wind/Earthquake) Loads, With Specific Application to Post-Tensioning
    • Software Tools for Design of Conventionally and Post-Tensioned Floor Systems, featuring ADAPT Builder Platform
    • Long-Hand Numerical Calculation of a Column-Supported Two-Way Post-Tensioned Floor System
    • Good Practice Tendon Layout and Structural Detailing of Post-Tensioned and RC Floor Systems, including measures for crack control

    Local Organizers and Sponsors:
    • DREIBAU Ingénieurs Conseils SA, Lutry, SWITZERLAND
    • PROJEKT KONSTRUKCIJA - F.I. d.o.o., Zagreb, Croatia
    • BBR Adria, Zagreb, Croatia

 One-Day PT Slab Design Course in Colombia

June 12, 2009 in Medellin, Colombia
    Analisis y Diseno de Sistemas de Losas, en particular Postensadas (PT)
    Serie de Seminarios en Latino America

    Descripcion del Curso:
    Este curso le provee al Ingeniero las herramientas y el know-how para un diseño eficiente y económico de sistemas de losas de concreto, especialmente postensadas.

    Programa Tentativo:
    • Revisión de los últimos códigos y practica en el diseño de pisos de HA / PT para resistir cargas laterales (sismo). Revisión de cálculos estructurales típicos, diseños y detallamientos, incluyendo Códigos y Standards como ASCE 7-05, ICB 2006 y revisión de nuevas provisiones en el Código ACI-318-08.
    • Integración racional de diseños basados en análisis de pórticos multipisos (ETABS, Robot, Staad Pro, RCBe?) revisión de conceptos y procedimientos, seguido por ejemplos prácticos.
    • Ejemplo detallado de calculo manual de un sistema de piso postensado usando los requerimientos del ACI 318.
    • Diseño para acortamiento de losas postensadas debido a efectos a largo plazo como flujo plástico y acortamiento, incluyendo medios para mitigar agrietamientos debido a las restricciones de los apoyos. Ejemplos.
    • Ejemplo practico de diseño: Revisión de un diseño real de un sistema de piso postensado utilizando software de ADAPT, incluyendo análisis, diseño, planos estructurales y de fabricación, paquete de memorias.
    • Otros Tópicos específicos de importancia para ingenieros estructurales (se trataran algunos de ellos):
      • Deflexión a largo plazo y cumplimiento con códigos establecidos.
      • Momentos hiperestáticos debido al preesfuerzo, determinación y consideración en el diseño.
      • Determinación de esfuerzos permisibles y cumplimiento de Código.
      • Vibración y aceptabilidad en sistemas de pisos.
      • Diseño de losas de fundación.
      • Investigación forense de sistemas de pisos para determinar la adecuación y cumplimiento de códigos.

    En el seminario, los participantes:
    • Aprenderán sobre conceptos y procedimientos de diseño de postensados.
    • Estudiaran métodos de cálculo manual detallado para postensado y su verificación.
    • Conocerán los últimos cambios/actualizaciones en el Código ACI-318-08.
    • Examinaran las ventajas económicas del postensado.
    • Se familiarizaran con la modelación, análisis y diseño de sistemas de losas postensadas usando el software de ADAPT y su integración con software de terceras partes.
    • Obtendrán experiencia práctica y se expondrán al diseño eficiente de postensados usando el software de ADAPT.
    • Se familiarizan con la tecnología de punta en software y metodologías de análisis y diseño.

    Baje el programa del seminario y la forma de pago aqui.

    Horario del Seminario:
    7:45am - 12:00pm y 1:00pm - 5:00pm

    Direccion del Seminario:
    Camara de Comercio de Medellin, Sede del Poblado.
    Carrera 44 No. 16 Sur 170
    Medellin, Colombia.

    Organizador:
    ADAPT Latin America

    Instrucciones Para Inscribirse:
    Para registrarse, envienos un mensaje a ventas@adaptlatin.com
    O llamenos al telefono/fax (En Estados Unidos), +1 786 228 8968.
    Encuentre archivo adjunto con las instrucciones de pago.
    Su registro es valido cuando se verifique la informacion financiera.
    Tendra derecho a recibir documentacion del seminario (CD), coffee breaks y almuerzo.

 Post-Tensioning Seminar in London

June 30 - July 1, 2009, London, UK
Optional Hands-on Training Workshop July 2, 2009
    Imperial College London

    Post-tensioning Design and Construction -
    A two-day educational and practical seminar
    With an optional hands-on training workshop
    Post-Tension SeminarThis course is offered in collaboration with Imperial College London's Centre for Professional Development. The course covers developments in post-tensioning design technology, construction practice, economic advantages of post-tensioning and design software tools. The primary lecturer of the course is Dr. Bijan O Aalami, the renowned world leader and teacher in the design of concrete buildings, bridges, and special structures. Additional lecturers include Mr. Robin Whittle, Dr. Florian Aalami and Dr. Neil Tsang. Mr. Whittle is Chairman of the Concrete Society Working Party, which has been responsible for updating the technical design handbook TR 43, "Post-Tensioned Concrete Floors". Dr. Florian Aalami, is a specialist in construction technology and software application. Dr. Tsang is on the staff of Imperial College London and is an expert on time and temperature dependent behavior of concrete.

    At this seminar, participants will:
    • Review current post-tensioning systems and construction practice in building structures
    • Learn the concepts and procedures of post-tensioning design
    • Know the changes in the latest design code provisions for design of post-tensioned structures (EC2, TR 43 Report, BS and ACI)
    • Examine the economic advantages of post-tensioning
    • Become familiar with the industry standard software for design of post-tensioning
    • Acquire the skill of structural modeling of concrete structures using component technology

    At the hands-on training workshop, participants will:
    • Learn to model and design a post-tensioned column supported slab, a beam and slab floor system and a beam frame using ADAPT software
    • Limited number of spaces available

    Click to view full Brochure and Registration Form (PDF 1Mb) >>
    Click to view online registration information >>

    Seminar time:
    8:30am - 5:00pm

    Seminar location:
    Imperial College London

    Organizers:
    Centre for Professional Development Imperial College London www.imperial.ac.uk/cpd/
    To register, contact the centre by e-mail, cpd@imperial.ac.uk,
    telephone, +44 (0)20 7594 6884, or fax +44 (0)20 7594 6883.
    You can also contact ADAPT Corporation for additional information.

 2-Day Course on Design of Post-Tensioned Buildings
  in San Francisco and New Orleans

July 30 - 31, 2009 in San Francisco, CA
November 12 - 13, 2009 in New Orleans, LA
    Course Overview:
    This workshop series is specifically tailored for those interested in hands-on training in design and analysis of post-tensioned buildings. The course offers a thorough review and training of more advanced, yet fundamental concepts associated with the design of post-tensioned beams and slabs.

    Each workshop offers intensive, hands-on training of ADAPT-Floor Pro software in an interactive learning environment. Each participant will take home a greater in-depth knowledge of key aspects that affect the efficiency and economy of the design of post-tensioned structures as well as a better understanding of how to implement the use of ADAPT-Floor Pro in the design process.


    Tentative Schedule of Course:

    Day One: Theory and Background
    • Introduction to post-tensioning and post-tensioning sytems
    • Structural modeling of post-tensioned members; load balancing; secondary moment effects and computation; and other concepts central to post-tensioning design
    • Evaluation of post-tensioned floor systems for vibration; Stress losses in post-tensioning due to creep, shrinkage and other time-dependent factors
    • Restraint effect on post-tensioned structures - how to estimate the effects and mitigate its impact
    • Cracked deflection analysis - general overview of cracking and the effect on post-tensioned structures
    • Introduction to finite element analysis and its application for design of post-tensioned floor systems
    Day Two: Computer Workshop
    • Introduction to ADAPT software - Builder / Floor Pro
    • Computer-aided design process starting with importing of files (Revit or AutoCAD drawing), structural model transformation, loading, validation, meshing, analysis, design, reinforcement generation, reinforcement manipulation, and exporting of results to Revit and AutoCAD

    Dates & Cities:
    San Fancisco, CA July 30 - 31, 2009
    New Orleans, LA November 12 - 13, 2009

    Registration:
    Enrollment will be strictly limited.
    Click to view full Brochure and Registration Form (PDF) >>
    Request additional information by sending an e-mail to training@adaptsoft.com.


Special Seminars: ADAPT Building Design Development Series

Training in the design of post-tensioned building, or in the application of the ADAPT software system, is available either at ADAPT's headquarters in the San Francisco Bay Area or at the client's office. Training can be tailored to the needs of the client. To inquire about details of this program, contact ADAPT.





 
  

 
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