Course Information - Structural Detailer Training 1
This web-based steel detailing course focuses on the concepts and fundamentals of steel detailing. The course concentrates on delivering the information required become a steel detailer. Based on the content of the AISC/NISD publication Detailing for Steel Construction, Third Edition, the web-based course covers basic detailing principles; includes an applied math module with ASD and LRFD examples and calculations; videos; and regular quizzes to ensure mastery of all the material. The course is designed to target someone new to the industry but is also very valuable to those already with steel detailing experience. At the end of the course the student will have the knowledge of a junior detailer, but without the practical experience.
Time : The web-based course covers up to 300 hours of CBT (Computer Based Training). The student should anticipate spending 6 hours per week to complete the course in approximately 1 year. The student is given 18 months from time of signup to complete the course. Students are left to learn on their own time, at their own pace.
Format : Students are guided through the material in order and tested at key points in the material. A linear system of learning is deployed as mastery of all material is required before the student is allowed to advance in the course. A student must obtain a mark of 70% on each test before they are allowed to move ahead to the next section. Failing to achieve this mark will force the student to retake the test, and not succeeding after this second attempt will lock the course for the student and force them to contact the instructor.
Each test of involving the fundamental material is unique as approximately 40% of eligible questions are pulled at random from the question pool.
The students final mark is derived from 3 sources:
| Fundamentals: | 40% | |
| Related Mathematics: | 25% | |
| Final Exam: | 35% |
Languages: The course is available in English.
Software: CAD, detailing or modeling software is not required. All information is presented through a web browser. Video files are streamed to the customer in Windows Media format.
Content: There are 2 streams of learning in the course. The first stream is based on the Third Edition of the text Detailing for Steel Construction and focuses on steel detailing fundamentals. The second stream deals with related mathematics where students are introduced to many of the design considerations that go into steel structures. The differences between ASD and LRFD are explained and worked.
Certification: All students that complete the course and write the final exam will be issued a certificate of merit (gold, silver or bronze certificate) based on their final mark. Those students that only complete the online portion of the course are issued a certificate of completion.
| Gold: | Over 85% | |
| Silver: | 78% to 85% | |
| Bronze: | 70% to 77% |
Texts: 2 texts are included with your course fee:
- Detailing for Steel Construction, Third Edition, © 2009
- Steel Construction Manual, Thirteenth Edition, © 2005
Content: A detailed breakdown is given in the course outline which is downloadable in pdf form. In summary the sections cover include:
| Chapter 1: | Introduction | |
| Chapter 2: | Contract Documents and the Detailing Process | |
| Chapter 3: | Common Connection Details | |
| Chapter 4: | Basic Detailing Conventions | |
| Chapter 5: | Project Set-up and Control | |
| Chapter 6: | Erection Drawings | |
| Chapter 7: | Shop Drawings and Bills of Materials | |
| Chapter 8: | Detailing Quality Control and Assurance |
Instructor: All students have access to the course administrator. Generally speaking all support is provided over the internet via email, but telephone support is provided as required. All emails receive prompt attention during normal business hours.
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Pricing:
AISC Membership Discount: 40% NISD Membership Discount: 10% TOTAL AVAILABLE DISCOUNT: 50% $4,750 with full membership discount. $9,500 regular retail price.
Multi-seat discounts available
