Course Overview
This 5-day course provides comprehensive, hands-on training in Prokon, a powerful suite of structural analysis and design tools widely used in the civil and structural engineering industry. The course focuses on applying Prokon modules to perform structural modeling, load application, analysis, design, and result interpretation for concrete and steel structures, aligned with common international codes such as SANS, Eurocode, and ACI.
Course Duration
5 Days
Target Audience
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Structural and Civil Engineers
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Engineering Technicians and Technologists
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Design Drafters involved in structural detailing
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Engineering Students preparing for industry work
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Consultants and construction professionals needing analysis skills
Personal Impact
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Develop core skills in structural analysis and design using Prokon
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Learn to validate and optimize concrete and steel members
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Gain familiarity with industry-standard codes and design outputs
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Build a practical portfolio of structural analysis examples
Organizational Impact
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Empower teams to produce faster, accurate design reports
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Reduce design errors and manual calculation risks
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Improve project turnaround time in engineering documentation
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Enhance software proficiency and internal capabilities
Course Level:
Course Objectives
Participants will be able to:
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Set up and analyze structural models in Prokon
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Use modules for concrete, steel, and timber member design
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Apply relevant design codes and load combinations
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Generate professional calculation reports and drawings
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Validate and optimize structural member sizing
Course Modules
Module 1: Introduction to Prokon and Frame Analysis
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Overview of Prokon modules and interface
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Navigating and managing project files
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Introduction to Frame Analysis module
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Creating structural elements and support conditions
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Load types and load combination setup (manual and automatic)
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Analysis results: displacements, reactions, internal forces
Exercise: Create and analyze a basic 2D steel frame with vertical and horizontal loads
Module 2: Concrete Member Design (Columns, Beams, Slabs)
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Overview of Sumo and Concrete Design modules
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RC column and beam design using local and international codes
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Bending, shear, and axial capacity checks
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Concrete slab design and reinforcement schedules
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Detailing principles and output interpretation
Exercise: Design and detail a reinforced concrete beam and slab system
Module 3: Steel Structure Design and Optimization
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Steel section properties and material libraries
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Load input and limit states for steel members
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Beam, column, and truss member checks
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Buckling, deflection, and connection considerations
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Design optimization and report generation
Exercise: Design and optimize a steel portal frame using Prokon Steel Design module
Module 4: Foundation and Retaining Wall Design
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Pad, strip, and pile foundation design
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Bearing capacity, settlement, and punching shear checks
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Retaining wall design module overview
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Earth pressures, wall stability, and reinforcement detailing
Exercise: Design a shallow foundation and retaining wall for a small structure
Module 5: Integration, Reporting, and Final Project
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Integration between Prokon modules (Sumo, Frame, Concrete, Steel)
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Exporting reports and drawings for project documentation
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Interpreting error messages and validating models
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Final project: Structural model setup, analysis, and report generation
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Q&A and best practice review
Exercise: Complete a mini building structure with combined concrete and steel members, export report and drawings
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Course Administration Details:
METHODOLOGY
The instructor-led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprise presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
ACCREDITATION
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
TRAINING VENUE
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
ACCOMMODATION AND AIRPORT PICKUP
Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
TAILOR-MADE
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
PAYMENT
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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