INTRODUCTION
SQVE STRUCTURAL SUMMIT | Session 92
In today’s complex built environment, Performance Based Design (PBD) is becoming the cornerstone of resilient, cost-effective, and reliable structural systems. Unlike traditional design methods which focus on compliance with prescriptive codes, PBD emphasizes:
- Realistic assessment of structural performance under varying levels of demand
- Customized performance objectives (e.g., Immediate Occupancy, Life Safety, Collapse Prevention)
- Rational use of resources without overdesigning
- Better communication with stakeholders through measurable performance outcomes
- Safer and more adaptable infrastructure for future generations
Few Common Questions Engineers Have about PBD…
- How is Performance-Based Design different from force-based design?
- What are the key steps in implementing a performance-based seismic design?
- What performance levels should be targeted for essential facilities like hospitals or bridges?
- How do we model non-linear behavior of structures in commercial software?
- What are the practical challenges in validating performance objectives?
- Are there Indian codes or guidelines that support PBD, or do we rely on international practices?
- Can PBD be applied effectively for retrofitting existing buildings?
- How is peer review handled in performance-based projects?
- What kind of documentation or simulations are expected in a PBD report?
Performance-Based Design: Shaping the Future of Structural Engineering
Have questions about Performance-Based Design (PBD)?
Now is your chance to ask one of India’s leading experts in Earthquake Engineering.
We’re inviting structural engineers, researchers, students, and professionals across the globe to submit their queries on Performance-Based Design (PBD), a modern approach that goes beyond code compliance to truly assess and enhance how structures behave under actual loads and hazards.
🎙️ Expert Session with Prof. (Dr.) Yogendra Singh
Head, Department of Earthquake Engineering, IIT Roorkee
Your questions will be directly addressed by Prof. (Dr.) Yogendra Singh, an expert in seismic design and performance-based methodologies.
Your specific queries are invited in advance for the session. We will attempt to address the same in the upcoming session. The date and time of the session will be announced after collation of the queries.
Schedule
At present, we are collating the discussion points / queries from the participants for Performance Based Design. Your specific queries / discussion points are invited in the following registration form.
Registered participants will receive exact date and time along with the details to participate in the live session.
HOW TO REGISTER ?
Registration is FREE. You will receive schedule for the event and link for participation through email.
____________________________________________
Access package of recorded sessions of previous online courses

SQVe Consultants has successfully launched multiple unique online courses over the past four years, addressing current industry challenges and their solutions. These courses have covered a wide range of topics, including wind engineering, earthquake-resistant design, machine foundation design, pipe-rack design, steel and RCC structure design, PEB structures, liquid retaining structures, foundation design, nonlinear dynamic analysis, design of connections, etc. The courses focused on the latest provisions of key IS codes such as IS 800:2007, IS 16700:2023, IS 1893 (Part 1):2016, IS 1893 (Part 2):2014, IS 1893 (Part 4):2024, IS 13920:2016, IS 3370:2021, etc. along with software applications like STAAD Pro, ETABS, RCDC, RAM Connection, SAFE & STAAD Foundation Advanced. For steel structure design, specialized courses on AISC 360-22 and EUROCODE-3 were also conducted.
In total, 16 unique online courses have been delivered, comprising 247 sessions and 370+ contact hours. The complete list of 247 sessions with titles is provided in Annexure A, while links to individual courses can be found in Annexure B of this document.
Download brochure of recorded sessions
We take this opportunity to thank all participants for their support and valuable feedback, which continues to inspire us in expanding these learning initiatives.
All recorded sessions from these courses are available for self-paced learning, allowing engineers to access them at their convenience. Based on inquiries from professionals and the most popular course combinations, we have structured 11 specialized packages by clubbing 247 sessions from 16 online courses.
Join YouTube channel of SQVe Academy | Join our YouTube channel and be part of our mission to offer free live sessions for structural engineers. By subscribing monthly, you’ll not only support this initiative but also enjoy exclusive access to member-only videos. The subscription comes with the flexibility to cancel anytime, ensuring convenience for you. Your participation will help us sustain and enhance the quality of content for our community.
Link showing playlist of member-only videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=UUMOwkjEFL_gGDE6peoapW8Few
You are welcome to join the channel at following link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwkjEFL_gGDE6peoapW8Few/join
Access recorded sessions of individual online courses
You may also purchase access to individual online courses:
RCC-STR-003: Foundation engineering (Part 1) Link for more details: https://sqveconsultants.com/rcc-str-003
RCC-STR-002: Design of liquid retaining structures Link for more details: https://sqveconsultants.com/rcc-str-002
ONG-STR-001: Design of Pipe-rack for oil & gas industry: https://sqveconsultants.com/ong-str-001
DYN-STR-001: Design of machine foundations: https://sqveconsultants.com/dyn-str-001
STEEL-STR-007: Design of PEB structure: https://sqveconsultants.com/steel-str-007
STEEL-STR-005: Design of steel structure as per American codes: https://sqveconsultants.com/steel-str-005
STEEL-STR-006: Design of connections for steel structures: https://sqveconsultants.com/steel-str-006
EQ-STR-004: Push-over analysis, P-delta analysis, Nonlinear dynamic analysis, Response spectrum analysis: https://sqveconsultants.com/eq-str-004
RCC-STR-001: Comparison of design results of RC between STAAD Pro, RCDC & ETABS: https://sqveconsultants.com/rcc-str-001
To decide appropriate online courses for your specific requirements, feel free to connect with us through email address: contact@sqveconsultants.com
Download e-books
Get access to free e-books:
- Design of gravity columns: https://academy.sqveconsultants.com/offers/sGWGCTth/checkout
Comments on draft of IS 1893 (Part 4): https://academy.sqveconsultants.com/offers/KsFTBovx/checkout
Purchase E-books by Er. J. D. Buch
Publication of books on structural engineering is the result of experience of Er. J. D. Buch over 30 years with Kothari Associates Pvt. Ltd, a firm of Architects & Engineers, New Delhi, on design of various structures. Link for more details: https://sqveconsultants.com/e-books-by-er-j-d-buch/
Free resources | Follow us in social media
Watch free sessions related to structural engineering at YouTube channel of SQVe Academy (22K + subscribers):
Link: https://youtube.com/c/StructuralEngineering
Join telegram group for technical discussion related to structural engineering (9K + members):
Link: https://t.me/structuralengineering1
Register to receive updates from SQVe through email:
Link: https://sqveconsultants.com/register
Join WhatsApp Community of SQVe Academy | You will receive details for joining free sessions for structural engineers as a part of SQVe Structural Summit, important updates, etc. https://chat.whatsapp.com/JHSph6kemaGJLMasodebhW
____________________________________________________
Feedback of few participants for previous online courses”