RE: RAM Footing Design

The RAM Foundation module cannot be used as a stand-alone module. Foundations designed in the module are integrated with the full model. RAM Foundation is accessed by opening a .rss file, running the analyses, and then launching RAM Foundation. The information associated with the design of the foundation are saved as component files inside the .rss file. These files are not intended to be opened directly by the user or used as separate model files.

Is the .ftd file that you have actually a RAM Elements Foundation Module file? The Foundation module in RAM Elements can be used as a stand-alone program. Files associated with this module have a .ftd extension.