Design Specification

The design codes for both steel and concrete design, and for loading.

Set the design codes for the current model via the Data Explorer > Specification > Design OR from Model > Data Modules > Design code... menu command.

Set the design defaults for future models via the Tools > Preferences > Basic > Design... menu command.

Definition

Steel Design

This is the code that will be used for steel member utilisation checks and design. Internal restraint rules can be established for the automatic generation of member restraints. A default steel grade can also be selected.

Concrete Design

The code that will be used for concrete slab design. Superseded codes can be included and default concrete and rebar models selected for the chosen design code.

The codes displayed are all the concrete design codes that GSA has available.

Load Design

Specified the design code used when generating load combinations.