0 or 3 credits
Fall 2025 Lecture Laboratory Lower DivisionAn introductory course dealing with construction materials and methods related to building systems, focusing on mechanical, electrical, and piping (MEP) systems. Students will acquire fundamental skills in MEP construction plan reading, quantity estimating, basic systems' design and construction execution through lectures, laboratories and integrated project team exercises.
Learning Outcomes1Recognize the basic principles and components of mechanical, electrical and piping (MEP) systems.
2Explain the components of a given MEP system based on reading plan and specifications information.
3Demonstrate the ability to understand conceptual cost and schedule of MEP systems.
4Trace basic MEP systems lines, such as piping, lighting, and mechanical ducts.
5Show an understanding of professionalism by applying proper communication, teamwork, rules & regulations, and level of detail required within a built environment business and on a construction jobsite.