Tutorial Files

The following tutorials aids are available to help you become familiar with the program. Most of the tutorials include a PDF guide and a model file. The guide walks you through each step of the process in the specific tutorial. Make sure to use the associated model file when walking through a tutorial. Note that you can also use the RISA videos to become more familiar with working in ADAPT-Builder. Choose ADAPT-Builder in the Products drop down to filter to the related content.

Introduction to ADAPT-Builder - Tutorial

• https://training.risa.com/course/adapt-builder-tutorial

ADAPT-Builder - Multi-Level Tutorial (Post-Tensioned and Conventionally Reinforced Two-Way Slab Design, Column Design, Wall Design)

• ADAPT-Builder Multi-Level Tutorial.pdf

• ADAPT-Builder Multi-Level Tutorial.zip (Resource Files)

ADAPT-Builder - MAT Tutorial (Conventionally Reinforced MAT Slab Design)

• ADAPT-MAT_Tutorial.pdf

• ADAPT-MAT_Tutorial.zip (Resource Files)

ADAPT-Builder - SOG Deisgn Procedure (Enhanced PTI Method for Design of Slabs on Expansive Soil)

See Chapter 5 of the ADAPT-Builder SOG Manual.

To Use a Tutorial Model

1. Download its zip file to your local hard drive.

2. Unzip the file.

3. Either copy the file to your ADAPT-Building model folder and then open the file in ADAPT-Builder, or just open the model in ADAPT-Builder from the folder where you downloaded it to.