0 or 3 credits
Fall 2026 Lecture Laboratory Lower Division
An 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, and basic systems' design and construction execution through lectures, laboratories, and integrated project team exercises. Emphasis is placed on the use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and emerging construction technologies to support digital design, coordination, and project delivery, preparing students to engage with innovative tools and workflows shaping the future of the construction industry.
Learning Outcomes1Recognize and explain the basic principles, components, and industry standards of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection (MEPF) systems, and interpret drawings, plans, and specifications in alignment with BIM standards.
2Model, trace, and document complete MEPF systems in Autodesk Revit, including accurate equipment placement, system connections, sizing, slopes, annotation, schedules, and fabrication-level details that meet professional BIM deliverable requirements.
3Analyze and evaluate MEPF system performance using Revit and related BIM tools, applying conceptual cost and schedule analysis, basic energy modeling, and efficiency improvement strategies.
4Organize and collaborate on multi-discipline MEPF projects using Autodesk Construction Cloud, demonstrating effective communication, teamwork, and project file management consistent with 21st-century learning competencies.
5Integrate and present fully developed, coordinated MEPF BIM models, showing resolution of conflicts, adherence to rules and regulations, and the professional-level detail required for construction documentation and industry practice.
Restrictions
made by Purdue students.