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Protastructure 2026 Training for Senior Civil Engineers Concluded for the First Cohort in Tanzania
This past Friday marked the successful conclusion of the Protastructure 2026 Training for Senior Civil Engineers in Tanzania, held in Dar es Salaam. The intensive training brought together experienced professionals from top firms and institutions, including MAK Consultants, Tanzania Buildings Agency, KILUSWA Building Contractors, Howard Consulting Limited, Y&P Architects, and others.
Driving Innovation in Highrise Building Engineering
This specialized course, titled “Complex & High-Rise Building Engineering with Protastructure 2026,” was designed for advanced-level structural engineers seeking to address the real-world complexities of modern construction using the latest innovations in Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology. Designed to go beyond the basics, this training provided a focused environment where seasoned professionals could deepen their technical knowledge, refine their design workflows, and explore cutting-edge engineering practices. Over the span of 5 intensive days, participants engaged in hands-on sessions and in-depth discussions, diving into the advanced capabilities of Protastructure 2026. From optimizing structural analysis to automating documentation and improving interdisciplinary coordination, the course offered engineers practical tools and techniques that are becoming essential for the design and execution of complex, high-rise buildings in today's fast-evolving construction landscape.
Marking the Advanced Practices in Complex Structural BIM Design
Participants explored flat slab and mat foundation modeling techniques, along with the integration of underground shear walls using geotechnical data. The course addressed the challenges of designing irregular building geometries and slanted columns, as well as implementing seismic and wind-resistant strategies for tall structures. Engineers gained hands-on experience with advanced FEA meshing for both flat and waffle slabs, and learned to automate the generation of structural drawings, detailing, and Bar Bending Schedules (BBS). Additionally, the session emphasized streamlined collaboration between architects and engineers through the use of ProtaBIM, ensuring cohesive and efficient design workflows. These topics; and many more; equipped attendees with the tools needed to push the boundaries of modern structural design.
Building the Future of Tanzania's Engineering, Together
This training was more than just a technical session — it was a vibrant exchange of expertise, ideas, and innovation. We’re grateful to all the engineers who joined us with such enthusiasm and professionalism. Their commitment to pushing boundaries and embracing modern BIM-based workflows is a testament to the bright future of structural engineering in Tanzania and beyond.
