DOS (LAB)

FINAL REPORT

SUBMITTED TO
ENGR USMAN RASHID

SUBMITTED BY
M.REHAN AMIR
21-CE-198(B)

UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERIGNG AND TECHNOLOGY

TAXILA
 Table Of Contents
1. CHAPTER 1 ....................................................................................................... 6
1.1 Introduction to ETABS ................................................................................. 6
1.2 Key Features of ETABS ................................................................................ 6
1.3 Applications of ETABS in Civil Engineering .................................................... 7
1.4 Objective ................................................................................................... 7
2. Assignment Statement ...................................................................................... 8
3. CHAPTER 2: MODELLING IN ETAB ...................................................................... 9
3.1 TOOLBARS................................................................................................. 9
3.2 Model Initialization ................................................................................... 10
3.3 Define Grid System:.................................................................................. 11
3.4 Define Story Data: .................................................................................... 11
3.5 Plan View and 3D view: ............................................................................. 12
3.6 Define Material Properties: ....................................................................... 12
3.7 Define Section Properties: ........................................................................ 14
3.8 Draw Structural Elements: ........................................................................ 18
3.9 Define diaphragms: .................................................................................. 23
3.10 Extruded View Toggle: ............................................................................... 24
3.11 Define Load Patterns: ............................................................................... 24
3.12 UBC97 CODE: .......................................................................................... 25
3.13 Assign Diaphragms................................................................................... 30
3.14 Assign Various Types of Loads ................................................................... 31
3.14.1 Frame Loads (Assign Distributed Loads to Beams) ............................... 31
3.14.2 Shell Loads (Assign Loads to Slabs and Walls) ..................................... 34
3.15 Assign Mesh for Shell Elements ................................................................. 37
3.16 Define Load Combinations ....................................................................... 38
3.17 Check the Model ...................................................................................... 39
4. Analyse the Model ........................................................................................... 40
4.1 Display and Interpret Analysis Results ....................................................... 41
4.1.1 Support Reactions:............................................................................ 41
4.1.2 Force and Stress Diagrams:................................................................ 43

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 4.1.3 Axial force: ........................................................................................ 43
4.1.4 Shear force 2-2.................................................................................. 43
4.1.5 Moment 3-3 ...................................................................................... 44
4.1.6 Shell Stresses: .................................................................................. 44
4.2 Story response: ........................................................................................ 47
5. DESIGN PHASE ............................................................................................... 50
5.1 Concrete frame design: ............................................................................ 50
5.2 View preferences: .................................................................................... 50
5.3 Design Groups: ........................................................................................ 51
5.4 Design Combinations: .............................................................................. 52
5.5 Design check: .......................................................................................... 53
5.6 Display design info: .................................................................................. 54
5.7 VERIFY ANALYSIS VS DESIGN SECTION ..................................................... 55
5.8 VERIFY MEMBER PASSED.......................................................................... 56
5.9 Detailing display: ..................................................................................... 56
5.10 Start Design ............................................................................................. 57
5.11 Run Beam Detailing .................................................................................. 58
5.12 Column Design and Detailing .................................................................... 59
5.13 Run Slab Detailing /Check ........................................................................ 60
6. Drawing Management ...................................................................................... 63
6.1 Drawing Sheet setup ................................................................................ 63
6.2 Concrete Beam View ................................................................................ 64
6.3 Export Drawing ......................................................................................... 65
7. Conclusion ..................................................................................................... 67
8. Results ........................................................................................................... 68
9. References ..................................................................................................... 69

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 List Of Figures
Figure 1:User interface of Etabs............................................................................... 10
Figure 2:Model Initialization .................................................................................... 10
Figure 3:Defining Grid and Story Data ...................................................................... 11
Figure 4:2D and 3D view of Initil Model..................................................................... 12
Figure 5:Add new Material Property for Concrete ...................................................... 12
Figure 6:Modify new Property for concrete of 3500psi ............................................... 13
Figure 7:Select Grade 40 steel for Rebars ................................................................. 13
Figure 8: Select Frame section option ...................................................................... 14
Figure 9:Frame Types.............................................................................................. 15
Figure 10: Modify Frame section property data for column ........................................ 15
Figure 11: Modify Frame section property reinforcement data for column. .................. 16
Figure 12:Modify Frame section property data for beam. ........................................... 16
Figure 13:Modify Frame section property reinforcement data for Beams .................... 17
Figure 14: Define Slab Setion .................................................................................. 17
Figure 15:Modify Slab Thickness to 8inches ............................................................. 18
Figure 16:Change property of Object ....................................................................... 19
Figure 17:Select Quick Draw Column option ............................................................ 19
Figure 18: Assign Column To the model.................................................................... 19
Figure 19: Select Quick Draw Beam/Columns option ................................................ 20
Figure 20: Assign Beams to the model ..................................................................... 20
Figure 21: Select Quick Draw Floor/ Wall option ....................................................... 21
Figure 22: Assign Slab to the model ......................................................................... 21
Figure 23: Removal of slab from base ...................................................................... 22
Figure 24:Select and delete floor from base ............................................................. 22
Figure 25: Define new diaphragms. .......................................................................... 23
Figure 26:Select Rigid option ................................................................................... 23
Figure 27: Extruded 3D View shown ......................................................................... 24
Figure 28: select load patterns From Toolbar. ........................................................... 25
Figure 29:Define new Load Patterns ........................................................................ 26
Figure 30:Seismic Load Pattern ............................................................................... 26
Figure 31:Select Joints of Bottom story .................................................................... 29
Figure 32: Assign Joint Restraints from all axis .......................................................... 30
Figure 33: Assign Diaphragms to all stories .............................................................. 31
Figure 34: Select Distributed frame load option ........................................................ 32
Figure 35:Define load pattern & uniform load value ................................................... 32
Figure 36: Wall loads applied as shown.................................................................... 33
Figure 37:Define load pattern & uniform load value for top story ................................ 34
Figure 38:Select uniform shell loads option.............................................................. 35
Figure 39:Select load pattern and assign load value as 50 lb/ft2 ................................ 35

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Figure 42:Select Floor auto mesh option .................................................................. 37
Figure 43: Assign the Mesh to the model for shell elements ....................................... 37
Figure 44: Select Load combination option .............................................................. 38
Figure 45:Select Design type for load combination ................................................... 38
Figure 46: Select all options for check model ........................................................... 39
Figure 47:Check model and no warning shown ......................................................... 39
Figure 48: Perform Run analysis .............................................................................. 40
Figure 49: All rotational and translation values are shown of joint element ................. 40
Figure 50: Select Support/Spring Reactions option ................................................... 41
Figure 51: Display reactions in Arrows Form ............................................................. 42
Figure 52: Display reactions in Tabulated Form ......................................................... 42
Figure 53: Shown Axial force diagram ....................................................................... 43
Figure 54: Shown Shear force 2-2 diagram................................................................ 44
Figure 55: Shown Moment force 3-3 diagra ............................................................... 44
Figure 56: Shown Resultant F11 diagram .................................................................. 45
Figure 57: Shown Resultant F Max diagram .............................................................. 46
Figure 58: Shown Resultant V Max diagram .............................................................. 46
Figure 59: Shown Resultant MMax diagram .............................................................. 47
Figure 60:maximum story Displacement at Dead Load ............................................. 48
Figure 61: Shown Maximum Story Displacement for combo EQX ............................... 49
Figure 62: Shown Maximum Story Displacement for combo EQY ............................... 49
Figure 63: Select Design code for Concrete frame design .......................................... 50
Figure 64:Select Design groups ............................................................................... 51
Figure 65: Select Design Combination ..................................................................... 52
Figure 66:Take DconS3 on right side ........................................................................ 52
Figure 67: Start Check the Design ............................................................................ 53
Figure 68: Shown longitudinal reinforcement design ................................................. 53
Figure 69: Shown rebar percentage.......................................................................... 54
Figure 70:Total Rebar Percentage in Each Component .............................................. 54
Figure 71:Verify Analysis vs Design Section .............................................................. 55
Figure 72:Analysis vs Design Section match for all section ........................................ 55
Figure 73: Select story for Detailing display .............................................................. 56
Figure 74: Start Design Check ................................................................................. 57
Figure 75: Shown 3D view of Design beam ............................................................... 57
Figure 76: Run/Update Beam Detailing .................................................................... 58
Figure 77: Story5 Beam Rebars Detail and Section View ............................................ 58
Figure 78: Bar Selection and Curtailment Rule ......................................................... 59
Figure 79: Column Bar selection and Curtailment Rule ............................................. 59
Figure 80: Column Cross section View ..................................................................... 60
Figure 81:Slab Detailing .......................................................................................... 60
Figure 82:Story 5 Layout plan .................................................................................. 61
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Figure 83: 3D View of Slab Design ............................................................................ 61
Figure 84:Shown All Top/Bottom Bars on Plan view ................................................... 62
Figure 85:page setup .............................................................................................. 63
Figure 86:Drawing management .............................................................................. 63
Figure 87:Concrete Beam Elevation View ................................................................. 64
Figure 88:BOQ summary For Concrete Beam ........................................................... 65
Figure 89:Story 5 Layout plan .................................................................................. 65
Figure 90:Export View ............................................................................................. 66
Figure 91:Export View ............................................................................................. 66

List Of Tables
Table 1:Ubc-97 chap 16 Strenght Factor R value ....................................................... 27
Table 2:Seismic Coefficient Ca ............................................................................... 28
Table 3:Near Source factor Na ................................................................................ 28
Table 4:Near Source factor Nv ................................................................................. 29
Table 5:seismic CoefficientCv ................................................................................. 29
Table 6:Minimum Live Load ASCE-7 Live Loads ........................................................ 36
Table 7:Uniform and Concentrated Load Values ....................................................... 36

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 1. CHAPTER 1
1.1 Introduction to ETABS
ETABS (Extended Three-Dimensional Analysis of Building Systems) is a
structural analysis and design software developed by Computers and Structures,
Inc. (CSI). It is widely used by civil engineers for modeling, analyzing, and
designing buildings and structures, particularly high-rise and complex structures.

1.2 Key Features of ETABS

1. User-Friendly Interface
• Provides a graphical interface with a 3D model view.
• Allows easy navigation and model manipulation.

2. Structural Modelling
• Supports 2D and 3D modelling of structures.
• Includes automatic meshing and load assignment.
• Provides different material properties like concrete and steel.

3. Analysis Capabilities
• Performs static and dynamic analysis.
• Includes linear and nonlinear analysis.
• Offers seismic and wind load analysis based on different building codes.

4. Design Features
• Supports reinforced concrete (RC) and steel structures.
• Auto-generates structural elements like columns, beams, slabs, and shear
walls.
• Provides code-based design checks for various standards (e.g., ACI,
Eurocode, UBC).

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5. Load Application
• Can apply dead loads, live loads, wind loads, and earthquake loads.
• Supports automatic load combinations based on international codes .

6. Integration with Other Software

• Works with AutoCAD, SAP2000, and SAFE for enhanced workflow.
• Can export models to Excel and Revit for further detailing

1.3 Applications of ETABS in Civil Engineering

• High-rise building design
• Seismic analysis
• Concrete and steel structure analysis
• Bridge and industrial structure modelling
• Structural retrofitting and strengthening studies

1.4 Objective
• Accurate Structural Analysis
• Comprehensive Design Capabilities
• User-Friendly Interface
• Integration of Advanced Analysis Types
• Optimization of Structural Performance
• Customization and Flexibility
• Collaboration and Documentation

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 2. Assignment Statement
Roll No = 198
Draw a reinforced concrete multistory building model in ETABS with
Following Details:
• Number of Story = 2+Rx0.1 = 22
• Bottom Story Height
= 10ft

• Typical story height

= 12ft Grid
Dimensions:
• Number of Grids lines both in X and Y direction
=2+Rx0.1 =22
• X Direction Grid Size: 10+RX0.1 =30
• Y Direction Grid Size:01+4+Rx0.1 (For Sec-B) =25
Where R is your registration number.
Compressive strength of Concrete:
For Beams / Columns =5000psi
For Slabs = 3500psi.

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 Step by step procedure to develop multistorey building
of frame structure in ETABS.

3. CHAPTER 2: MODELLING IN ETAB

Open ETABS software and create a new model.
In ETABS, the main tab includes essential tools for modeLling, analysis, and
design. These are:

3.1 TOOLBARS
• File: Manage model files (create, open, save, import/export).
• Edit: Modify the model, including undo, delete, and property editing.
• Draw: Create structural elements like beams, columns, and slabs, and
apply loads.
• Analyse: Run structural analysis and define load cases.
• Design: Perform design checks for elements (steel, concrete) and
reinforcement.
• Display: Visualize the model and analysis results in different formats (3D,
graphical plots).
• Options: Set preferences, grid settings, and element properties.
• Tools: Additional functions like search, model checker, and auto-load
generation.
• Reports: Generate and export detailed reports of analysis and design
results.
• Help: Access the user manual and support.
• View: Adjust the display of the model (zoom, pan, section cuts).

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3.2 Model Initialization
• Double click on the E tabs shortcut from desktop.
• A new window is open
• Click on the new model from the file option at top right corner

Figure 1:User interface of Etabs

• Use Built-in Settings with:

• Display Units: U.S Customary
• Steel Design Code: AISC 360-16Concrete Design Code: ACI 318-19
• Click ok

Figure 2:Model Initialization

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3.3 Define Grid System:
Number of grid lines in both X and Y = 22
Spacing in X direction = 30 ft.
Spacing in Y direction = 25 ft (Section B).

3.4 Define Story Data:

No. of Stories Stories = 22
Bottom Story Height = 10 ft.
Typical Story Height = 12 ft.

Figure 3:Defining Grid and Story Data

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 3.5 Plan View and 3D view:
2D and 3D model of our building is displayed on screen

Figure 4:2D and 3D view of Initil Model

3.6 Define Material Properties:

1. Define two concrete grades under Define → Material Properties:
fc’=5000psi for beams and columns.
fc’=3500psi for slabs.

Figure 5:Add new Material Property for Concrete

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For 3500psi concrete
• Modify the already existed 5000psi value
• Rename the property
• Change the value from 5000psi to 3500psi

Figure 6:Modify new Property for concrete of 3500psi

For Grade 40 Rebar

• Change the material type to Rebars

• Select Grade 40 bars from drop down option as shown

Figure 7:Select Grade 40 steel for Rebars Figure 8:Modify rebar strenght

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 3.7 Define Section Properties:
Define the section properties for frame section and slab section. And delete all
other unwanted sections.
Create sections for:
Columns (24" x 24")
Beams (24" x 36").
Create a slab section with:
Thickness = 8"

1. To Define section Properties

2. Select Define option from Toolbar
3. Select Section Properties
4. Select Frame Section

Figure 9: Select Frame section option

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Select Rectangular Section from frequently used sections

Figure 10:Frame Types

1. Create sections for:

Columns (24" x 24")
1. Rename the section to Col
2. Change the Strength to 5000 psi
3. Change the depth to 24in and width to 24 in

Figure 11: Modify Frame section property data for column

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1. From Design type select Column
2. Select longitudinal and ties bar strenght

Figure 12: Modify Frame section property reinforcement data for column.

1. Create sections for:

Beams (24" x 36")

Figure 13:Modify Frame section property data for beam.

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1. Select Beam option from design type
2. Select grade 40 for ties and grade 60 for longitudinal bars

Figure 14:Modify Frame section property reinforcement data for Beams

2. Then from the slab section I assigned the slab of 8 inches.

Thickness = 8inch
Go to define menu → section properties →slab section

Figure 15: Define Slab Setion

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• change slab material to 3500psi
• put thickness of slab to 8inch

Figure 16:Modify Slab Thickness to 8inches

3.8 Draw Structural Elements:

Columns: Use the Draw Column tool to place columns at each grid
intersection.
Beams: Use the Draw Beam/Line tool to connect columns along the grids.
Slabs: Use the Draw Floor/Wall Objects tool to create slabs for each floor.

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COILUMNS

Go to Draw menu

→ Select draw beam/column option

→select quick draw columns

Figure 17:Change property of

Object
Figure 18:Select Quick Draw Column option

Figure 19: Assign Column To the model

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BEAM
Go to Draw menu
→ Select draw beam/column option

→select quick draw columns

Figure 20: Select Quick Draw Beam/Columns option

→Change the property to beam 24x36

→Drage the arrow from corner to other and beam will be drawn quickly

Figure 21: Assign Beams to the model

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Slab
1. Go to draw menu
2. Select draw floor/wall object
3. Select quick draw Floor /wall

Figure 22: Select Quick Draw Floor/ Wall option

1. To assign slab
2. Select slab size to 8 inch that we already defined
3. Drag the mouse arrow from left to right corner of model to automatically darw
slab to whole building

Figure 23: Assign Slab to the model

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➢ The slab was also assigned to the base of building,
➢ so I had removed the slab from the base of the bottom story.

Figure 24: Removal of slab from base

Select Floor on the base level

Then press delete button to delete it

Figure 25:Select and delete floor from base

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3.9 Define diaphragms:
Define the Diaphragms for each floors if we have different kind of
loadings like D1, D2, D3 etc.
Define > Diaphragms >Add new diaphragms > ok

Figure 26: Define new diaphragms.

Figure 27:Select Rigid option

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 3.10 Extruded View Toggle:
Use the Extruded View Toggle. To show the beams and columns clearly, I extrude
the beams and columns in 3-D View.

Figure 28: Extruded 3D View shown

3.11 Define Load Patterns:

Assign the load patterns which are acting on the structure
As in our structure we have live loads, dead loads, wall and partition wall loads
and seismic loadings (UBC 97) as well.
Define > Load Patterns >Add new loads >Ok
• Dead Load: Type - Dead, Self-Weight Multiplier = 1
• Live Load: Type - Live, Self-Weight Multiplier = 0
• Wall Load: Type - Super Dead, Self-Weight Multiplier = 0
• Partition Wall Load: Type - Super Dead, Self-Weight Multiplier = 0
• Seismic Load (EQX - Modify): Type - Seismic, Self-Weight Multiplier =
0, Code - UBC97
• Seismic Load (EQY - Modify):Type - Seismic, Self-Weight Multiplier
=0, Code - UBC97
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3.12 UBC97 CODE:
UBC 97 (Uniform Building Code 1997) was a seismic design code used in
the U.S. to ensure buildings could withstand earthquake forces. It provided
guidelines for lateral seismic load calculations, based on seismic zones,
building type, and structural systems. The code divided regions into
seismic hazard zones and set rules for different types of buildings (low-
rise, high-rise, steel, concrete, etc.). UBC 97 was eventually replaced by
the International Building Code (IBC) starting in 2000.
UBC 97 is used as an auto lateral load option in ETABS because it was
widely adopted for seismic design in the past, providing standardized
methods for calculating lateral seismic forces. It's included for
compatibility with older projects or regions that still follow its provisions,
offering a familiar and proven approach for engineers.

Define Load Pattern

1. Go to define menu
2. Select load pattern

Figure 29: select load patterns From Toolbar.

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define new load as
1. Dead load,
2. Live Load,
3. wall load,
4. partition wall load,
5. EQ x, EQ y for Seismic Loads

Figure 30:Define new Load Patterns

1. For EQx select x direction and eccentricity

2. For EQ y select y direction and eccentricity

Figure 31:Seismic Load Pattern

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Table 1:Ubc-97 chap 16 Strenght Factor R value

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 Table 2:Seismic Coefficient Ca

Table 3:Near Source factor Na

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 Table
Table 4:Near
5:seismic
Source
CoefficientCv
factor Nv

Assign Joint Restraints (Apply Fix Supports)

Joint restraints define how the structure interacts with the ground by fixing
or partially restraining movement at the base.
Steps to Assign Fix Supports:
Go to Assign > Joint > Restraints.
Select all base joints (foundation level).
Choose Fix Support (restraining translation and rotation in all directions).
Click Apply, then OK.
Verify that restraints appear correctly in the model.

Figure 32:Select Joints of Bottom story

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 Figure 33: Assign Joint Restraints from all axis

3.13 Assign Diaphragms

Diaphragms distribute lateral forces (wind and seismic) evenly across the
structure.
Steps to Assign Diaphragms:
Go to Assign > Joint > Diaphragm.
Select all slab joints.
Define a new diaphragm (Rigid/Flexible) if needed.
Click Apply, then OK.
Verify that diaphragms appear in the model.

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 3.14 Assign Various Types of Loads
Different load types need to be assigned to structural members (frames, slabs,
walls).
3.14.1 Frame Loads (Assign Distributed Loads to Beams)
Frame elements (beams and columns) carry point and distributed loads.
Steps to Apply Distributed Loads:
Go to Assign > Frame Loads > Distributed Loads.

Select beams or columns.

Input the distributed load values (e.g., self-weight, super dead, live loads).
Click Apply, then OK.
Assign the Frame loads (wall loads, partition wall loads etc.)
We take all the corner walls as 9” wall so the load calculated will be
(1*12 *0.75 *125 /1000) = 1.125 kip/ft
First select all the edge walls >Go to assign > Frame loads > Distributed >
Select load pattern > write the load in kip/ft >OK

Figure 34: Assign Diaphragms to all stories

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 Figure 35: Select Distributed frame load option

Figure 36:Define load pattern & uniform load value

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 Figure 37: Wall loads applied as shown

Similarly assign the loads to the inner walls as Partition wall load
We assume all the inner walls as 4.5” so the load calculations will be
(1*12*0.375*125/1000) =0.5625kip/ft
Remaining all steps are same.

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 Figure 38:Define load pattern & uniform load value for top story

3.14.2 Shell Loads (Assign Loads to Slabs and Walls)

Shell elements include slabs and shear walls, requiring surface loads.
Steps to Assign Shell Loads:
Go to Assign > Shell Loads > Surface Loads.
Select slabs or walls.
Define the load (Live Load = 0.05 kip/ft², Roof Load = 0.03 kip/ft²).
Click Apply, then OK.

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 Figure 39:Select uniform shell loads option.

Figure 40:Select load pattern and assign load value as 50 lb/ft2

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Table 6:Minimum Live Load ASCE-7 Live Loads

Table 7:Uniform and Concentrated Load Values

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 3.15 Assign Mesh for Shell Elements
Meshing improves analysis accuracy for slabs and walls.
Steps to Assign Mesh:
Go to Assign > Shell > Floor Mesh Options.
Choose Auto Mesh or define manual mesh sizes.
Click Apply, then OK.

Figure 41:Select Floor auto mesh option

Figure 42: Assign the Mesh to the model for shell elements

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 3.16 Define Load Combinations
Load combinations account for multiple loads acting together (e.g., Dead Load +
Live Load + Seismic).
Steps to Define Load Combinations:
Go to Define > Load Combinations.
Click Add Default Design Combos (for automatic load combinations).
If necessary, modify and add user-defined combinations.
Click OK to save.

Figure 43: Select Load combination option

Figure 44:Select Design type for load combination

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 3.17 Check the Model
Before running the analysis, ensure that all elements are correctly defined.

Steps to Check the Model:

Go to Analyse > Check Model.
Select All Elements and check for missing supports, loads, or connectivity issues.
Click OK and fix any errors before proceeding.

Figure 45: Select all options for check model

Figure 46:Check model and no warning shown

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 4. Analyse the Model
Running the analysis calculates structural behaviour under applied loads.
Steps to Analyse the Model:
Go to Analyse > Run Analysis.

Figure 47: Perform Run analysis

Figure 48: All rotational and translation values are shown of joint element

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 4.1 Display and Interpret Analysis Results
4.1.1 Support Reactions:
Displays the reaction forces at the fixed supports.
Analyse the structure with reaction forces.
For support reaction
From toolbar go to Display option
→select force/stress diagram
→select support/spring reactions

Figure 49: Select Support/Spring Reactions option

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Select combination of loads that are defined before to check reaction
at bottom

Figure 50: Display reactions in Arrows Form

Figure 51: Display reactions in Tabulated Form

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4.1.2 Force and Stress Diagrams:
Show internal forces and stresses in beams, columns, and slabs.
Analyse the structure with member forces diagrams.
Display > force/stress diagrams > frame/pier/spandrel/link forces > Axial
Force >Apply
4.1.3 Axial force:

Figure 52: Shown Axial force diagram

4.1.4 Shear force 2-2

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 Figure 53: Shown Shear force 2-2 diagram

4.1.5 Moment 3-3

Figure 54: Shown Moment force 3-3 diagra

4.1.6 Shell Stresses:

Visualizes stress distribution in slab and wall elements.
Go to Display
→force/stress diagram
→shell stresses/Forces

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Figure 55: Shown Resultant F11 diagram

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 Figure 56: Shown Resultant F Max diagram

Figure 57: Shown Resultant V Max diagram

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 Figure 58: Shown Resultant MMax diagram

4.2 Story response:

The Story Response Plots option in the Display tab in ETABS
provides graphical representations of the structural response at each
floor (story) of the building under the applied loads. These plots
display parameters such as displacement, acceleration, or force at
each story level, allowing you to analyze how the structure behaves
during an event like an earthquake or wind load. It helps identify the
distribution of forces or displacements across the building’s height
and is essential for evaluating the performance of each floor and
ensuring the building meets safety and design standards.

• Change the case/combo to dead load only then following graph is

obtained

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Figure 59:maximum story Displacement at Dead Load

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Figure 60: Shown Maximum Story Displacement for combo EQX

Figure 61: Shown Maximum Story Displacement for combo EQY

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 5. DESIGN PHASE

5.1 Concrete frame design:

In the design menu, open the concrete frame design and check the preferences,
design groups, design combinations, check the design and then verify analysis
and design section according to ACI318-19 code.

5.2 View preferences:

In concrete frame design, check the preferences according to ACI318-19 code.
→Design

→concrete frame design

→view preferences
→ok

Figure 62: Select Design code for Concrete frame design

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 5.3 Design Groups:
In concrete frame design, check the design groups
→Shift all design groups to the right side and then select it and press
ok.
Design>concrete frame design>design groups>all>ok.

Figure 63:Select Design groups

• Move the Concrete Design Group to the right side as shown

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 5.4 Design Combinations:
In concrete frame design, check the design combinations
Shift all design combinations to the left side except UDCConS2 and the
select it and press OK.
Design>concrete frame design>design combination>UDCConS2>ok.

Figure 64: Select Design Combination

Figure 65:Take DconS3 on right side

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 5.5 Design check:
In concrete design frame, start the design check to apply the reinforcement values to
the structure.

Design>concrete frame design>start design check>ok.

Figure 66: Start Check the Design

Figure 67: Shown longitudinal reinforcement design

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 5.6 Display design info:
In concrete frame design, open the display design info to apply the rebar reinforcing
value for columns.

Design>concrete frame design>display design info>rebar reinforcing>ok.

Figure 68: Shown rebar percentage

Figure 69:Total Rebar Percentage in Each Component

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 5.7 VERIFY ANALYSIS VS DESIGN SECTION
In order to Verify Analysis vs Design Section

→Goto Design

→Concrete Frame Design

→Verify Analysis vs Design Section

Figure 70:Verify Analysis vs Design Section

Figure 71:Analysis vs Design Section match for all section

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 5.8 VERIFY MEMBER PASSED
To check whether all members are passed or not

Go to Design option→ Concrete Frame Design →click on Verify all members passed

5.9 Detailing display:

Select the fifth Story slab for Detailing Display

Figure 72: Select story for Detailing display

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 5.10 Start Design
Before the Start Design

Change the Plan view to Elevation View

Goto Design →Concrete Slab Design → start Design

Figure 73: Start Design Check

Figure 74: Shown 3D view of Design beam

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 5.11 Run Beam Detailing
For Beam Detailing

Go to Detailing

→Concrete Detailing

→Run/Update Beam Detailing

Figure 75: Run/Update Beam Detailing

Figure 76: Story5 Beam Rebars Detail and Section View

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 Figure 77: Bar Selection and Curtailment Rule

5.12 Column Design and Detailing

Figure 78: Column Bar selection and Curtailment Rule

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 Figure 79: Column Cross section View

5.13 Run Slab Detailing /Check

Figure 80:Slab Detailing

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 Figure 81:Story 5 Layout plan

Figure 82: 3D View of Slab Design

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Figure 83:Shown All Top/Bottom Bars on Plan view

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 6. Drawing Management
6.1 Drawing Sheet setup
To export Data from E tabs and Make Drawing sheets

Goto Detailing

→Drawing management

→Drawing Sheet management

Figure 85:Drawing management

Figure 84:page setup

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 6.2 Concrete Beam View
For Concrete Beam view in Drawing Manager

Explorer→ Component View→ Beam→ CB →Elevation

Figure 86:Concrete Beam Elevation View

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 Figure 87:BOQ summary For Concrete Beam

6.3 Export Drawing

Goto layout plan of a story 5

Figure 88:Story 5 Layout plan

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• Right click on figure and click on export view

Figure 89:Export View

• Select the Location and click on Start Export

Figure 90:Export View

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 7. Conclusion
This report has provided a comprehensive guide to ETABS, covering the entire
process from modeling to analysis and design. By following the structured
workflow outlined in this document, users can efficiently create accurate
structural models, analyze their behavior under various loading conditions, and
design elements that comply with standard codes and best engineering practices.
The modeling section emphasized the importance of defining structural
components correctly, including grids, materials, sections, and load assignments.
Proper modeling ensures a realistic representation of the structure, reducing errors
in subsequent steps. Techniques such as assigning constraints, defining
diaphragms, and applying appropriate boundary conditions were discussed to
enhance the accuracy of the model.
The analysis phase focused on understanding the structural behavior under
different loading conditions, including static, dynamic, and response spectrum
analysis. ETABS' powerful solver and built-in analysis tools allow engineers to
interpret results effectively, checking deflections, internal forces, and stability
criteria. The importance of reviewing and validating results through deflection
limits, stress distribution, and mode shapes was highlighted to ensure reliable
outcomes.
In the design section, the principles of reinforced concrete and steel design were
covered, demonstrating how ETABS automates the process while allowing
manual intervention for optimization. The report provided insights into designing
beams, columns, slabs, and foundations while ensuring compliance with relevant
design codes. Techniques for reinforcement detailing, interaction diagrams, and
optimization strategies were also discussed to achieve efficient and cost-effective
designs.
By integrating these three key aspects, modeling, analysis, and design.This report
serves as a valuable resource for structural engineers, whether beginners or
experienced professionals. The structured approach ensures that users can
confidently use ETABS to develop safe, economical, and code-compliant
structures. As structural engineering evolves with advancements in computational
tools, mastering ETABS will remain a crucial skill for engineers striving for
precision and efficiency in their projects.

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 8. Results
After detailing in ETABS, we can obtain a variety of results that provide crucial
insights into the structural behavior and reinforcement requirements. These
results include:
• Bending moments, shear forces, and axial loads in structural elements.
• Deflections and displacement values under different load combinations.
• Reinforcement detailing, including bar sizes, spacing, and placement for
beams, columns, and slabs.
• Interaction diagrams and capacity checks for columns.
• Stress and strain distribution across different elements.
• Load paths and force flow within the structure.
• Summary reports highlighting critical structural elements that may
require design adjustments.
• Crack width calculations and serviceability limit state checks to ensure
durability.
• Seismic response and time-history analysis results for earthquake-
resistant design.
• These results are crucial for verifying the overall stability and safety of
the structure. They allow engineers to refine their designs and make
necessary modifications to ensure optimal performance under different
conditions. By analyzing these results, structural engineers can make
informed decisions regarding reinforcement adjustments, load
redistributions, and material optimizations.
For reference, I have attached the detailing of rebars for one of the columns and
beams, illustrating the reinforcement layout and specifications obtained from
ETABS.
By integrating these three key aspects—modeling, analysis, and design—this
report serves as a valuable resource for structural engineers, whether beginners
or experienced professionals. The structured approach ensures that users can
confidently use ETABS to develop safe, economical, and code-compliant
structures. As structural engineering evolves with advancements in

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computational tools, mastering ETABS will remain a crucial skill for engineers
striving for precision and efficiency in their projects.

9. References
1. American Concrete Institute (ACI) - ACI 318: Building Code
Requirements for Structural Concrete.
2. Uniform Building Code (UBC)-97: Structural Design Provisions.
3. Pacific Building Code (PBC): Seismic and Earthquake Design Data.
4. CSI ETABS Documentation - User Manual and Design Code
Implementation.
5. "Reinforced Concrete Design" by W.H. Mosley, J.H. Bungey, and Ray
Hulse.
These references provide the foundational principles and code provisions that
were utilized in this report, ensuring compliance with industry standards and
best practices.

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