By analyzing the characteristics of teaching content of steel structure connection in the current Standard for Design of Steel Structures (GB 50017-2017), and based on the effect-centered teaching idea, a teaching method named concept-based analysis is proposed. A concept analysis and application study is carried out on weld connection in steel structures, as well as a comparative study on bearing capacity formula for bolt connection in steel structures on the basis of concept-based analysis. Teaching practice shows that, based on the concept-based analysis teaching method, the essential logic contained in steel connection is revealed, by which the application of formulas for steel connection is grasped conveniently by students, and better understanding of the relevant provisions in the standard is further promoted.