Analysis Design of RC Building as per Eurocode or Ethiopian building code standards in ETABS Part 1
Channel: Anur
Date: 2022-09-08

This tutorial video demonstrates the process of modeling a G+3 (ground plus three stories) reinforced concrete building using ETABS software, following Eurocode or Ethiopian building standards. The video covers the following topics in Part 1 of the series:

1. Introduction to the project and review of architectural drawings
2. Discussion of important design data, including:
   - Building location and seismic zone
   - Soil type and bearing capacity
   - Material properties (concrete and steel grades)
   - Structural element dimensions
   - Loading information

3. Setting up the ETABS model:
   - Creating a new model and defining grid systems
   - Inputting story data and heights
   - Defining materials (concrete and steel)
   - Creating and modifying section properties for columns, beams, and slabs
   - Considering cracked section properties for analysis

4. Modeling the structure:
   - Drawing columns, beams, and slabs
   - Modeling cantilever elements
   - Editing the model to match architectural plans for each floor
   - Assigning appropriate section properties to structural elements

5. Assigning fixed supports at the base of the structure

6. Reviewing the 3D model and making final adjustments

Note that  Part 2 will cover topics such as load assignment, load combinations, rigid diaphragm assignment, and slab meshing. here is part 2: https://youtu.be/yvZAM9tHNNQ

This tutorial is suitable for structural engineers and students learning to use ETABS for reinforced concrete building design according to Eurocode or Ethiopian standards.