Industry CPD: Modelling buildings for seismic analysis

Author: SCIA

Date published

1 May 2020

Price
Free
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Industry CPD: Modelling buildings for seismic analysis

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Author
SCIA
Date published
1 May 2020
Price
Free
The Structural Engineer
Author

SCIA

Date published

1 May 2020

Author

SCIA

Price

Free

This CPD module, sponsored by SCIA, introduces best practice guidelines for performing seismic analysis using the Modal Response Spectrum Method in finite element software. These principles ought to be well understood when applied to 3D models.

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After reading this article, complete the CPD module online to receive your certificate. The module will be available until 30 June 2020.

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Format:
PDF
Pages:
4
Publisher:
The Institution of Structural Engineers

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Industry CPD Issue 5

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