Course Objectives

• Understand structural design principles specific to power plant components—turbine foundations, chimneys, cooling towers, and switchyard structures.

• Gain proficiency in load analysis, earthquake-resistant design, and foundation engineering for heavy industrial units.

• Learn the design procedures for RCC and steel structures, with practical examples from thermal and transmission facilities.

• Develop capability to interpret design drawings, coordinate with mechanical and electrical teams, and handle quality and safety compliance at sites.

• Prepare participants for site engineering, structural consultancy, and construction management roles in power projects.

Structural Engineer – Power Infrastructure

Course Overview

This professional training program by Pertecnica Engineering equips civil engineers with the technical knowledge and applied skills required to design, analyze, and supervise structural works for thermal, hydro, solar, and substation projects in the power sector. It bridges the gap between academic theory and site-based engineering practice, focusing on foundations, RCC and steel structures, transmission-line supports, and design documentation used in power infrastructure.

Curriculum Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Power Infrastructure Projects

• Overview of the power sector – thermal, hydro, solar, nuclear

• Functional role of civil and structural engineers

• Layout and structural components of power plants

• Codes and standards used in power infrastructure design (IS, ACI, AISC, IEC)

Module 2: Structural Design Fundamentals

• Load types: dead, live, wind, seismic, and occasional loads

• Structural analysis methods – STAAD.Pro and manual checks

• Design of beams, columns, slabs, frames, and trusses

• Design documentation – GA drawings, fabrication drawings, bar bending schedules

Module 3: Power Plant Civil Structures

• TG (Turbine Generator) foundation design principles

• Boiler and ESP structures

• Chimneys, cooling towers, coal handling and ash handling structures

• Turbine halls and cable tunnels – case studies

Module 4: Substation and Transmission Structures

• Tower and gantry foundations

• Equipment support structures (transformers, isolators, bus ducts)

• Cable trenches, control room buildings, and switchyard roads

• Earthing and lightning protection systems

Module 5: Industrial Foundations and Pile Design

• Shallow and deep foundations for heavy equipment

• Soil-structure interaction concepts

• Pile design for various soil conditions

• Foundation testing and field quality control

Module 6: Software Application and Project Documentation

• Modeling in STAAD.Pro / ETABS

• Using AutoCAD for detailed drawings

• Reading tender documents, BOQs, and civil specifications

• Reporting formats – site logs, progress charts, QA/QC checklists

Module 7: Project Case Studies and Industry Exposure

• Live project simulation – design to site layout

• Role of structural engineer in EPC contracts

• Site safety, quality audits, and documentation

• Mock interviews and professional development sessions

Training Methods

• Instructor-led sessions with practical illustrations

• Software-based workshops on STAAD.Pro, AutoCAD, and CAD drawing interpretation

• Case studies from Indian and international power plant projects

• Site visit/video walkthroughs to observe real field conditions

• Assignments & design exercises for every module

• Mini project integrating design and layout planning

Duration

• Fast-track Option: 5 days (intensive, practical-focus)
  Includes lectures, software labs, and hands-on design sessions.

Target Audience

• Civil engineering graduates and postgraduates (B.E/B.Tech/M.Tech)

• Working civil engineers in EPC, power utilities, or infrastructural firms

• Site engineers and supervisors aspiring to move into design or project coordination roles

• Consultants and contractors seeking structured power-sector exposure

Pertecnica Engineering’s Advantage:
Graduates receive comprehensive industrial exposure, practical design training, and placement guidance, enabling them to bridge the gap between structural design principles and the specialized needs of power infrastructure engineering.

Career Opportunities After Completion

Participants completing the training will be prepared for roles such as:

• Structural Engineer – Power Plants / Substations

• Civil Design Engineer (EPC and Consultancy)

• Foundation Engineer / Project Engineer

• QA/QC Structural Inspector / Site Engineer

• Civil & Structural Consultant for power utilities

Employing Sectors: Power utilities, EPC companies, design consultancies, infrastructure developers, and engineering divisions of thermal, solar, and hydroelectric projects.