Welcome to PROKON Academy

PROKON Academy is the official eLearning platform for all your PROKON learning requirements.
Make the world your classroom by enrolling in our online courses, that are accessible around the clock, from anywhere on any device.

 

All learning material is developed by PROKON industry professionals with practical experience.


Available Courses

General PROKON

This course caters for new users ready to start their PROKON journey. Moreover, those who are already familiar with PROKON, but might need a refresher, will benefit.

Workflows are demonstrated using Calcpad, Databases, Prosec and PROKON Sumo.

Topics covered include:
  • Calcpad project setup and page customisation.
  • Import standard sections.
  • Create custom sections using Prosec.
  • Manage material database.
  • Introduction to PROKON Sumo including modelling, analysis, design, and reports.

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PROKON Sumo

For users who want to further their knowledge gained in the General PROKON course. PROKON Sumo is a new generation, 3D BIM enabled analysis and design tool. Being the centre of the PROKON universe, it will greatly improve your engineering workflows.

Workflows are demonstrated using PROKON Sumo and design modules.

Topics covered include:
  • Explore all aspects of the PROKON Sumo user interface.
  • Import materials and sections into your project.
  • Build a 3D structural model using foundations, columns, beams, and plane surfaces.
  • Add loads to your structure before performing a linear analysis.
  • Interpret detailed analysis results.
  • Design elements using design links and design groups.
  • Add connections, modify element fixities, apply wind loading, and combine multiple PROKON Sumo models.

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Analysis

For users who want to further their knowledge gained in the General PROKON course. This course is aimed at engineering professionals interested in analysing various types of elements and complete structures.

Workflows are demonstrated using the Structures and Beams analysis modules.

Topics covered include:
  • Single Span Beam
  • Elastic Support Beam
  • Plane Stress Analysis
  • Frame Analysis

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Concrete Design

This course is aimed at engineering professionals interested in designing concrete structural elements using the PROKON Concrete Design modules. The knowledge gained in this course expands on the workflows presented in General PROKON.

Workflows are demonstrated using the Concrete design modules.

Topics covered include:
  • Continuous Beam Design
  • Rectangular Slab Design
  • Rectangular, Circular, and General Column Design
  • Retaining Wall Design
  • Pad Footing Design
  • Pile Cap Design
  • Crack Width Design
  • Beam Section Design
  • Punching Shear Design

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Steel Design

This course is aimed at engineering professionals interested in designing steel structural elements using the PROKON Steel Design modules. The knowledge gained in this course expands on the workflows presented in General PROKON.

Workflows are demonstrated using the Steel design modules.

Topics covered include:
  • Member Design for Axial Stress
  • Member Design for Combined Stress
  • Crane Gantry Girder Design
  • Plate Girder Design
  • Base Plate Design
  • Beam Column Design
  • Apex Design
  • Hollow Section Design
  • Column Splice Design
  • Bolt Group Design
  • Weld Group Design
  • Cleat Design
  • Fin Plate Design
  • End Plate Design
  • Anchor Bolt Design

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Composite Design

This course is aimed at engineering professionals interested in designing composite (steel and concrete) structural elements using the PROKON Composite Design modules. The knowledge gained in this course expands on the workflows presented in General PROKON.

Workflows are demonstrated using the Composite design modules.

Topics covered include:
  • Composite Beam Section Design
  • Composite Continuous Beam Design
  • Composite Filled Column Design
  • Composite Encased Column Design

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Timber & Masonry Design

This course is aimed at engineering professionals interested in designing timber and masonry structural elements using the PROKON Timber and Masonry Design modules. The knowledge gained in this course expands on the workflows presented in General PROKON.

Workflows are demonstrated using the Timber and Masonry design modules.

Topics covered include:
  • Timber Member Design
  • Masonry Section Design
  • Masonry Wall Design
  • Free-standing Masonry Wall Design

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PROKON Academy Benefits


  • More cost effective than classroom training
  • Easy to navigate eLearning interface
  • Practical hands-on exercises with real world examples
  • Accessible from anywhere and at any time
  • Developed by industry professionals
  • Learn at your own time and pace
  • Multi-platform support
  • Step-by-step guided videos
  • Direct support from PROKON
  • Access to continuous updated content

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Please note that the most recent version of PROKON is required to access PROKON Academy courses.

Taking the next step

We like to make it easy for engineers to get to know and love PROKON 5.2. Download our seven-day free trial and experience how easy it is to utilise all modules without restrictions or obligation to purchase. Purchase PROKON 5.2 online or contact one of our regional partners who can assist you with installation, training and technical support.