Learn OpenSees with STKO
Master structural analysis, earthquake engineering, and finite element modeling with STKO, the industry’s advanced GUI for OpenSees. Whether you’re a student, researcher, or practicing engineer, this resource hub offers curated video tutorials, expert-led courses, and community support to help you accelerate your learning journey.
STKO + OpenSees Video Tutorials
Explore our step-by-step STKO tutorial series designed to get you up and running with OpenSees faster. These beginner-friendly videos cover everything from navigating the interface to creating geometries, performing boolean operations, and generating meshes.
Learn from OpenSees Experts on YouTube
Jose Abell’s YouTube Channel
Jose Abell, a civil engineering professor and developer of OpenSees, shares valuable technical insights, research applications, and practical tips for modeling with OpenSees. His channel is an essential resource for serious learners and researchers in the civil engineering community, making it a must-subscribe for anyone looking to deepen their understanding and skills in OpenSees.
Silvia Mazzoni’s OpenSees Tutorials
Silvia Mazzoni is one of the original developers of OpenSees. She is a Project Scientist at UCLA and a Structural & Earthquake Engineering Consultant. Her channel offers an extensive range of video guides that cover everything from software installation to advanced Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Modeling in OpenSees. Her expertise ensures that users can effectively navigate the complexities of OpenSees, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced professionals.
Join the OpenSees Support Group
Connect with fellow engineers, students, and developers in the OpenSees Support Group, co-founded by researchers Pavan Chigullapally and Max Stephens from the University of Auckland. This vibrant community covers a wide range of OpenSees topics and issues, providing members with access to tutorials, live Q&A sessions, and in-depth technical discussions, including topics on STKO integration. We had the opportunity to present on an OpenSees topic during one of their meetings, and it was a fantastic experience collaborating with everyone. We look forward to many more inspiring meetings and discussions.
Take the Next Step:
Looking to go beyond the basics? Our Advanced OpenSees + STKO e-learning courses are designed for civil, seismic, and geotechnical engineers seeking in-depth, project-based training. Get hands-on experience with real-world scenarios including structural health monitoring, Digital Twin modeling, and seismic analysis.