Course overview
Seismic Design of Structures Masterclass is a senior-level masterclass on strategy and performance in Seismic Design of Structures. It covers the principles, the requirements of ACI, AISC, Eurocodes, IBC and local building codes, and the practical methods used on site, with case studies from operations in the Gulf, Africa and worldwide. Available online, in the classroom in 60 cities, or in-house.
What participants will be able to do
- Explain the principles, terminology and scope of Seismic Design of Structures
- Apply the relevant requirements of ACI, AISC, Eurocodes, IBC and local building codes
- Use practical tools, checklists and calculations with confidence
- Recognise common problems, risks and root causes and choose the right corrective action
- Build a business case and roadmap their leadership team can act on
Who should attend
Designed for civil and structural engineers, site engineers, consultants and inspectors in senior and leadership roles.
Course outline (5 days)
- Day 1: Strategic view of Seismic Design of StructuresTrends, regulation and what leading companies do differently
- Day 2: Benchmarking and performanceKPIs, maturity models and gap analysis
- Day 3: Lessons from major incidents and projectsDecision points that changed outcomes
- Day 4: Leading the changeBuilding the business case, budget and team capability
- Day 5: Masterclass forumExpert panel, peer exchange and personal roadmap
What the 10-day edition adds
- Day 6: Applied project, part 1Apply the week-one methods to a case from your organisation
- Day 7: Data and digital toolsSoftware, spreadsheets and digital tools used in practice
- Day 8: Lessons from incidents and auditsWhat investigations and audit findings teach
- Day 9: Applied project, part 2Complete, test and refine your solution
- Day 10: Presentations and final assessmentPresent to the group and complete the final assessment
Training method and certificate
Interactive sessions, practical exercises, case studies and pre- and post-course assessments. Participants receive a Qimma Global Training certificate of completion stating the training hours (30 hours for 5 days, 60 hours for 10 days). Delivered in English or Arabic.
Dates 2027–2030
None of these dates work? We run this course for your team on the date and in the place you choose.
| Dates | City | Duration | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22–26 Mar 2027 | Casablanca Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 4–15 Jul 2027 | Al Khobar Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 12–16 Jul 2027 | Dublin Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 4–15 Oct 2027 | Athens Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 22–26 Nov 2027 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 9–13 Jan 2028 | Kuwait City Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 20 Feb – 2 Mar 2028 | Riyadh Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 28 Feb – 3 Mar 2028 | Istanbul Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 17–28 Apr 2028 | Sharjah Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 10–14 Jul 2028 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 7–11 Jan 2029 | Doha Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 5–16 Feb 2029 | Budapest Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 30 Apr – 4 May 2029 | Edinburgh Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 21 May – 1 Jun 2029 | Dublin Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 1–5 Oct 2029 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 4–8 Feb 2030 | Houston Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 17–28 Jun 2030 | Brussels Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 29 Jul – 2 Aug 2030 | Munich Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 23 Sep – 4 Oct 2030 | Edinburgh Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 2–6 Dec 2030 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
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