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Professional training course · CM-002

Concrete Structural Design For Industrial Projects

Industrial facilities such as factories, warehouses, refineries, and power plants demand highly specialized structural design approaches. This course provides engineers…

  • 5 daysClassroom or online
  • 13Upcoming dates
  • 7Cities
  • £2,750Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

Industrial facilities such as factories, warehouses, refineries, and power plants demand highly specialized structural design approaches. This course provides engineers and technical professionals with the essential knowledge and practical skills to design safe, durable, and cost-effective reinforced concrete structures tailored to industrial applications. Participants will gain insight into handling heavy loads, dynamic forces, environmental exposure, and compliance with international standards. By attending, you will enhance your ability to deliver efficient designs, minimize risks, and ensure long-term structural performance in complex industrial environments.

Course Methodology

This course uses a combination of interactive lectures, real-world case studies, and practical design exercises. Participants will work through examples based on actual industrial projects, applying international codes and standards. Group discussions and problem-solving sessions will encourage knowledge sharing, while hands-on calculations and design reviews will strengthen technical understanding. Software demonstrations may also be included to illustrate modern structural design practices.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the principles of reinforced concrete design for industrial structures
  • Identify different types of loads and load combinations specific to industrial facilities
  • Apply relevant international design codes and standards
  • Design key structural elements such as slabs, beams, columns, and foundations
  • Evaluate structural performance under static and dynamic loads
  • Address durability, sustainability, and safety considerations
  • Interpret structural drawings and design documentation
  • Solve practical design challenges in industrial projects

Target Audience

  • Civil and Structural Engineers
  • Design Engineers and Consultants
  • Project Engineers and Construction Managers
  • Technical Professionals in Industrial Projects
  • Engineering Graduates seeking specialization in structural design

Target Competencies

  • Structural analysis and design
  • Load assessment and structural modeling
  • Reinforced concrete detailing
  • Code compliance and standards application
  • Problem-solving in industrial structural design
  • Risk assessment and mitigation
  • Technical drawing interpretation 

Course outline

  1. 1Day 1: Fundamentals of Concrete Structural Design
    • Introduction to industrial structures and their requirements
    • Properties of concrete and reinforcing steel
    • Design philosophies (Working Stress vs Limit State Design)
    • Overview of international codes (ACI, Eurocode)
    • Load types and load combinations
  2. 2Day 2: Structural Analysis and Load Considerations
    • Structural systems in industrial projects
    • Dead, live, wind, seismic, and dynamic loads
    • Load paths and distribution
    • Structural analysis methods
    • Introduction to modeling tools and software
  3. 3Day 3: Design of Reinforced Concrete Elements
    • Design of beams and slabs
    • Design of columns and walls
    • Shear, bending, and torsion considerations
    • Serviceability limits (deflection, cracking)
    • Reinforcement detailing best practices
  4. 4Day 4: Foundation Design for Industrial Structures
    • Types of foundations (shallow and deep foundations)
    • Soil-structure interaction basics
    • Design of footings, raft foundations, and piles
    • Foundations for heavy machinery
    • Settlement and stability considerations
  5. 5Day 5: Advanced Topics and Practical Applications
    • Design for durability and harsh environments
    • Industrial structures under dynamic and impact loads
    • Retrofitting and strengthening techniques
    • Review of real industrial case studies
    • Final project and design review discussion

Schedule

Dates and fees

13 upcoming dates in 7 cities. Fees are per delegate; bring colleagues and every seat is discounted. Every date can also be joined live online for £1,280.

All dates as PDF
December 2026
14DEC 14 - 18 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 daysNext session
Spain flag BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each
January 2027
18JAN 18 - 22 Jan 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city
United Kingdom flag LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom
£2,750per delegate2+ people: £2,200 each
February 2027
15FEB 15 - 19 Feb 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Turkey flag IstanbulTurkey · Classroom
£2,850per delegate2+ people: £2,280 each
March 2027
15MAR 15 - 19 Mar 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Austria flag ViennaAustria · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
April 2027
19APR 19 - 23 Apr 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Spain flag BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each
May 2027
17MAY 17 - 21 May 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
France flag ParisFrance · Classroom
£3,250per delegate2+ people: £2,600 each
June 2027
21JUN 21 - 25 Jun 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Germany flag FrankfurtGermany · Classroom
£3,250per delegate2+ people: £2,600 each
July 2027
19JUL 19 - 23 Jul 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Spain flag BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each
August 2027
16AUG 16 - 20 Aug 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city
United Kingdom flag LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom
£2,750per delegate2+ people: £2,200 each
September 2027
20SEP 20 - 24 Sep 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Turkey flag IstanbulTurkey · Classroom
£2,850per delegate2+ people: £2,280 each
October 2027
18OCT 18 - 22 Oct 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
South Africa flag Cape TownSouth Africa · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
November 2027
15NOV 15 - 19 Nov 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Spain flag BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each
December 2027
20DEC 20 - 24 Dec 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
France flag ParisFrance · Classroom
£3,250per delegate2+ people: £2,600 each

Questions

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Concrete Structural Design For Industrial Projects course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Concrete Structural Design For Industrial Projects course?

The next public date is 14 - 18 Dec 2026 in Barcelona. There are 13 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Barcelona, London, Istanbul, Vienna, Paris, Frankfurt, Cape Town.

Can I take Concrete Structural Design For Industrial Projects online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,750 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

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