Structural Design Institute

10/08/2026

🚀 Master Advanced Structural Analysis: CSI ETABS Intensive Course 🚀

📢 Schedule Update: Please note that the commencement of this course has been rescheduled to 18th August 2026, providing an extended window to finalize your registration and secure your spot!

🔗Registration Link: https://forms.gle/F7k6NkMz6k3krQuM8

🏗️ Attention Structural & Civil Engineers, and Architects!
Upgrade your structural design capabilities with our comprehensive, hands-on ETABS training. Transition seamlessly from fundamental modeling concepts to advanced high-rise and seismic analysis.

📚 Key Learning Modules:
* Element properties, local coordinates, and importing architectural CAD plans
* Modeling and analysis from 4-storey to complex 30-storey buildings
* Steel building design, diaphragms, meshing, and transfer floors
* Response Spectrum Analysis, Time History Analysis, and Storey Drifts
* Interpretation of results, base shear calculations, and model validation

📅 Course Details:
* Start Date: 18th August 2026 (8 consecutive Tuesdays)
* Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (UTC +5:30)
* Platform: Online via Zoom
* CPD Certificate awarded upon successful completion

💳 Course Investment:
* Local Participants: LKR 42,000/- (Can be paid in 2 easy installments)
* Local (with Recordings): LKR 46,500/-
* Overseas Participants: USD 140 (Includes full session recordings)
🎁 30% DISCOUNT for Undergraduates! (Valid student ID required)

📧 Email: [email protected]
💬 WhatsApp: +94 70 337 6250

02/08/2026

🚀 Master Advanced Structural Analysis: CSI ETABS Intensive Course 🚀

🏗️ Attention Structural Engineers, Civil Engineers, and Architects!
Are you ready to master the industry-standard software for structural design and take your career to the next level?

The Structural Design Institute (SDI) presents an intensive, hands-on online course on state-of-the-art Computer-Aided Analysis using CSI ETABS. Whether you are looking to refine your modeling techniques or dive deep into high-rise and seismic analysis, this comprehensive program is built to transition your skills from foundational to advanced.

What You Will Master:
Modeling & Geometry: From simple 4-storey buildings up to complex 30-storey structures.
Advanced Features: Meshing techniques, diaphragms, transfer floors, and importing architectural CAD plans.
Analysis Types: Steel building modeling, Response Spectrum Analysis, and Time History Analysis.
Practical Validation: Verifying computer models, assessing storey drifts, base shear, and generating professional reports.

Course Details:
📅 Start Date: 11th August 2026
⏳ Duration: 8 consecutive Tuesdays
🕒 Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm (UTC +5:30)
💻 Platform: Online via Zoom
🎓 Certification: CPD Certificate awarded upon successful completion

Pricing:
🇱🇰 Local Participants: LKR 42,000/- (Can be paid in 2 easy installments)
🌐 Overseas Participants: USD 145 (Includes full session recordings)

🎥 Local participants requiring session recordings can opt-in for the LKR equivalent of USD 145.

🎁 SPECIAL STUDENT DISCOUNT:
30% OFF for current Undergraduates! (Valid student ID required for verification)

📲 How to Register & Contact Us:
Click the registration link below to secure your spot.
Complete your registration form and payment (bank transfer or card).

🔗 Registration Link: https://forms.gle/8tfwVrMBhzhfiYxJ6

Have questions? We’re here to help:
📧 [email protected]
💬 WhatsApp: +94 70 337 6250
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01/08/2026

🔴🔴🔴📢 REGISTER TODAY! 🔴🔴🔴

🏗️📐 Fundamentals of Structural Detailing using AutoCAD 2024 🏆

Ready to build a strong foundation in structural drafting? Join our Fundamentals of Structural Detailing using AutoCAD 2024 course and develop the practical skills needed to produce accurate, professional, and industry-standard structural drawings.

💡 This course covers everything from setting up drawings and applying CAD standards to preparing general arrangement drawings, reinforcement detailing, and complete structural documentation. You'll also gain an introduction to 3D BIM concepts, helping you transition from traditional drafting to modern digital engineering workflows.

🎓 Whether you're an undergraduate, graduate, designer, or practicing engineer, this CPD course will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to deliver high-quality structural detailing using AutoCAD.

🔗 REGISTER NOW: https://forms.gle/F7k6NkMz6k3krQuM8

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📋 Course Details:
📚 Duration: 8 Consecutive Sessions
🖥️ Mode: Online via Zoom
💵 Course Fee:
• Local: LKR 35,000/-
• Overseas: USD 115 (Includes recordings)

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💰 Special Offers & Certification:
⭐ 30% Discount for undergraduates (Student ID required for verification).
🏅 A Digital Certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of this CPD course.
💵 Local participants requiring recordings: The applicable fee is the LKR equivalent of USD 115.

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📞 For more details, contact:
📱 WhatsApp: +94 70 337 6250
📧 Email: [email protected]

01/08/2026

15 Years. Countless Structures. One Vision.🗼🏢🏗️

What began in 2011 as a structural design consultancy has evolved into one of Sri Lanka's leading multidisciplinary engineering consortiums.

From iconic high-rise developments to residential, commercial, industrial, educational, and infrastructure projects, both locally and internationally; we've spent 15 years transforming ambitious ideas into enduring realities.
Every project we undertake is guided by the principles that define who we are: Strength, Serviceability, Safety, and Sustainability; the foundation of engineering excellence and lasting value.

As we celebrate this milestone, we extend our sincere gratitude to our clients, partners, and dedicated team for being part of our remarkable journey.

Building a Knowledge-Based Smart Society for a Better Tomorrow.

🍃🏗️🏢🗼

28/07/2026

Design to Survive: Tall Buildings in an Age of Global Instability 🏗️

The CVU Sri Lanka Colombo Forum at BMICH brought together some of the world's leading voices in structural and blast engineering. From protective structures to the future of vertical cities — a powerful afternoon of ideas.

Here are some highlight moments from the day. 📸

Thank you to our sponsors and partners for making this forum a success.

24/07/2026

🏗️🌍 Protect Buildings & Machines with Advanced Vibration Isolation & Seismic Protection Technologies 🌍🏗️

Join our FREE Live Webinar on "Vibration Isolation Systems & Seismic Protection Systems for Buildings & Machines," organized by the Structural Design Institute (SDI) in collaboration with GERB India.

Explore international and Indian project case studies, practical applications, and engineering solutions for protecting buildings and sensitive equipment from vibrations and seismic events.

🎤 Resource Person:
Mr. Pratik Bagaria
BTECH in Civil Engineering, MBA (IIM Kozhikode)
Senior Manager – Projects, GERB India

📅 25th July 2026 (Saturday)
⏰ 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM (UTC)

🟢 Join the SDI WhatsApp Channel to receive the webinar link and latest updates:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaClDp690x2pBjhvKU0B

📜 Certificates will be issued to all attendees.

🚀Don't miss this opportunity to learn from GERB India's expertise in vibration isolation and seismic protection systems.

22/07/2026

1 More Day to Go! 🏙️

Join us tomorrow, July 24th, 2026, at BMICH Jasmin Hall (2:00 PM – 7:00 PM) for "Design to Survive: Tall Buildings in an Age of Global Instability" — Colombo Forum 2026 by CVU Sri Lanka & CTBUH Sri Lanka. See you there! 🏗️

22/07/2026

Future-proofing Sri Lanka’s skyline! 🇱🇰✨

Did you catch CVU Sri Lanka on TV? Eng. Yasas Gunawardana and Archt. Nirodha Gunadasa joined Rupavahini Nugasewana to discuss the future of vertical urban development and resilient city design.

Watch the full interview to get a preview of what’s coming up at our major forum this Friday! 🎬

👇 Watch here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvg3lhs2YCU

📍 CVU Sri Lanka Annual Forum

📅 24th July 2026 | 2 PM – 7 PM

🏢 Jasmine Hall, BMICH

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20/07/2026

🚨 ONLY 3 DAYS TO GO! | Design to Survive: Tall Buildings in an Age of Global Instability

How do we build resilient skyline icons capable of standing strong against global shifts and extreme challenges?

Join leading global academics, structural engineers, and industry visionaries at the Council on Vertical Urbanism (CVU) Sri Lanka / CTBUH Sri Lanka - Colombo Forum for an imperative discussion on the future of tall building design and safety.
🗓️ Event Details:

📅 Date: July 24th, 2026

⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM

📍 Venue: Jasmin Hall, BMICH

🎙️ Featured Speakers:

Chief Guest: Prof. Mark Stewart (President, International Association of Protective Structures)

Guests of Honour: Prof. Brian Uy (UNSW Sydney / President, IStructE UK) & Prof. Ranjith Dissanayaka (Past President, IESL)

Keynote Speakers: Prof. Priyan Mendis (University of Melbourne) & Assoc. Prof. Damith Mohotti (UNSW, Australia)

⚙️ Don’t miss this landmark event bringing together Sri Lanka's leading engineering and architecture minds.

18/07/2026

⏳ 5 DAYS TO GO | Colombo Forum 2026 🏙️

The countdown continues. We are officially just 5 days away from Sri Lanka's premier gathering on vertical urbanism and structural resilience.

Centred around the critical theme, "DESIGN TO SURVIVE: Tall Buildings in an Age of Global Instability," the forum will delve into the cutting-edge science, engineering strategies, and technological advancements required to protect modern high-rise infrastructures against evolving global threats.

We look forward to welcoming all our registered delegates, esteemed sponsors, and corporate partners for an evening of landmark discussions, invaluable insights, and elite industry networking.
✨ Distinguished Lineup

Chief Guest:

Prof. Mark Stewart – President, International Association of Protective Structures

Guests of Honour:

Prof. Brian Uy – UNSW Sydney, Australia / President - Institute of Structural Engineers UK (IStructE)

Prof. Ranjith Dissanayaka – University of Peradeniya / Past President, Institute of Engineers Sri Lanka (IESL)

Keynote Speakers:

Prof. Priyan Mendis – University of Melbourne, Australia

Assoc. Prof. Damith Mohotti – Academic Lead, The National Facility for Physical Blast Simulation (NFPBS) at UNSW, Australia

Hosted by the executive leadership of the Council on Vertical Urbanism (CVU) Sri Lanka and CTBUH Sri Lanka Chapter.
📅 Event Details

Date: July 24th, 2026

Time: 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Venue: Jasmin Hall, BMICH