Fire Analysis of Steel Structures according to Eurocodes

🔥 **Fire Analysis of Steel Structures according to Eurocodes** 🔥 Welcome to a comprehensive online course designed to equip you with the necessary skills to perform fire analysis of steel structures in compliance with European standards. Led by Primoz Kvaternik, M.Eng., a seasoned expert in the field, this course will take you through the intricacies of fire resistance calculation as per EN 1991-1-2 and EN 1993-1-2. By the end of this course, you'll have a solid understanding of how to ensure your steel structures can withstand the thermal effects of a fire for the required duration, ensuring safety and compliance with Eurocodes. **Course Headline:** Standard Fire Resistance Calculation to EN 1991-1-2, EN 1993-1-2 🏗️🔥 ## Course Description: Understanding the fire resistance of a building structure is pivotal in the realm of fire-resistant design. It refers to the ability of the structure to maintain its strength when exposed to fire for a designated period, which is essential for both safety and regulatory compliance. This course will guide you through the process of performing detailed fire analysis calculations, taking into account the actual technical state of construction materials under thermal stress, as well as the fire load present. ### Why Must We Learn Fire Analysis? 🤔 Fire protection is a critical aspect of building design; it's about striking the right balance between safety and cost-efficiency. An oversized fire protection system can be economically detrimental, while insufficient protection poses significant safety risks. This course aims to educate you on how to calculate the precise duration for which your construction will retain its capacity, thereby ensuring optimal fire protection for structural elements. ### Course Structure: 1. **Overview of Structural Fire Analysis:** We'll start with an introduction to the principles and methodologies of fire analysis as outlined in the Eurocodes. 2. **Understanding Thermal Action:** Learn what thermal action is and how it affects steel structures under fire conditions. 3. **Temperature Calculation for Protected & Unprotected Steel Sections:** Discover methods to calculate the temperatures of both protected and unprotected steel sections during a fire. 4. **Load Combinations for Fire Limit States:** Understand how to create appropriate load combinations for the fire limit states in your design. 5. **Calculating Fire Resistance & Critical Temperature:** Learn to calculate the fire resistance of structural members and identify their critical temperature points. 6. **Fire Protection Systems for Steel Structures:** Gain insights into various fire protection systems suitable for steel structures and how they contribute to the overall fire safety strategy. Throughout the course, you will be provided with **worked examples** that will reinforce the theoretical knowledge presented in each chapter. These practical exercises will culminate in a detailed calculation of the critical temperature and required fire protection for typical structural elements of an actual building. ### Key Takeaways: - **Real-World Application:** Apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios, ensuring you can design structures that meet fire safety requirements. - **Detailed Calculations:** Learn how to perform accurate calculations for fire resistance and temperature rise in steel structures. - **Regulatory Compliance:** Understand the standards set forth by Eurocodes and ensure your designs are compliant with these regulations. - **Economic Considerations:** Make informed decisions about the appropriate level of fire protection, balancing safety with economic efficiency. By completing this course, you will have a deep understanding of how to perform fire analysis for steel structures in accordance with European norms, ensuring the safety and integrity of buildings under fire conditions. Join us on this journey to master fire analysis and make a significant contribution to the field of structural engineering. 🚀🏗️💧 Enroll now and secure your place in becoming a proficient structural engineer with a focus on fire-resistant design!