CM 281: Principles of Mechanical, Electrical and Piping Systems
Citrus College Course Outline of Record
| Heading | Value |
|---|---|
| Effective Term: | Fall 2021 |
| Credits: | 2 |
| Total Contact Hours: | 36 |
| Lecture Hours : | 36 |
| Lab Hours: | 0 |
| Hours Arranged: | 0 |
| Outside of Class Hours: | 72 |
| Prerequisite: | CM 121 and CM 270. |
| Transferable to CSU: | Yes |
| Transferable to UC: | No |
| Grading Method: | Standard Letter |
Catalog Course Description
This course provides a basic understanding of the principles and current practices in the application of mechanical, electrical, and piping systems in construction. 36 lecture hours.
Course Objectives
- Understand the basics of phasing of building MEP systems.
- Explain the principles and applications of all basic mechanical equipment and electrical systems.
- Explain the important codes and standards in HVAC, plumbing, fire protection and energy.
- Explain the concepts related to sustainable design of a mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems
- Understand basic safety protocols associated with MEP
Major Course Content
- Introduction to mechanical, Electrical, and piping systems for buildings
- HVAC fundamentals load estimation
- HVAC delivery systems
- Cooling equipment and systems
- Heating equipment and systems
- Air-handling equipment and distribution systems
- Piping equipment and systems
- Plumbing equipment and systems
- Fire Protection equipment and systems
- Fire sprinkler systems and smoke evacuation systems
- Ethical Issues pertinent to structure design and the profession at large.
Suggested Reading Other Than Required Textbook
Read instructor-assigned articles about Green Construction and Green Building Codes.
Examples of Required Writing Assignments
Write a report that addresses phasing of MEP systems using BIM technologies .
Examples of Outside Assignments
Examine key safety protocols associated with MEP systems including seismic supports.
Instruction Type(s)
Lecture, Online Education Lecture