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AutoCAD MEP: Plumbing (Imperial)

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Course Length: 2 days*
Class Hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Cost: Call for pricing

14 AIA Learning Units

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Summary

This class is designed for the new AutoCAD MEP user who requires fundamental training in the Plumbing module. It incorporates the features, tools, and techniques for creating and editing plumbing designs with AutoCAD MEP.

Hands-on exercises throughout the courseware explore how to create 3D production drawings while designing in 2D.

 Who Should Attend

This class is designed for the new user of AutoCAD MEP focusing on the plumbing discipline. Design professionals from large, medium, and small engineering and architectural engineering firms will benefit from this course.  It is recommended for commercial and institutional design and construction.  

Objectives

The primary objective of this course is to teach students the basic tools and techniques necessary for the creation of professional plumbing plans using AutoCAD MEP. 

Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:

  • Drawing a schematic diagram and isometrics.
  • Sizing plumbing systems and checking plumbing connections.
  • Adding and modifying labels and tags.
  • Adding and updating schedules.
  • Placing plumbing equipment, plumbing lines, valves and fittings. Outputting construction documents.

Related Topics Available

Those who want to receive training in template creation, project set up, custom content creation or information on personalizing the program will want to inquire about specialized consulting tailored to fit your company's specific needs.

Prerequisites

It is required that the student have a working knowledge of:

  • Microsoft® Windows® 2000, XP, or Vista.
  • Proficient use of AutoCAD or AutoCAD Architecture on a version no more than 3 releases back.
    • AutoCAD Update training is recommended for those on an older AutoCAD release.
    • AutoCAD Level 1 training is recommended for non-AutoCAD users.
  • AutoCAD skills required, but not limited to:
    • Drawing Lines, Arcs and Circles
    • Snap and Ortho modes
    • Polar and Object Snap tracking
    • Dynamic Input and UCS
    • Copy, Mirror, Align, Array and Trim commands
    • Importing in Blocks
  • Design or engineering experience is a plus.

Each Student Receives

  • A student guide
  • Telephone support on class topics for 30 days
  • Certificate of completion
  • AIA Learning Units for AIA members

Topics Covered*

Getting Started

  • Loading a Base Drawing for a Project
  • Drawing a Schematic Diagram
  • Drawing Isometric Schematics

Modeling a Plumbing System

  • Placing Plumbing Equipment
  • Adding Plumbing Lines and Valves

Analyzing Your Plumbing System

  • Sizing Plumbing Systems
  • Checking Plumbing Connections

Generating Plumbing Documentation

  • Annotating a Plumbing Model
  • Creating and Editing Schedules

Outputting Construction Documents

  • Creating and Managing Plotting Sheets
  • Publishing Project Drawings
  • Transmitting and Archiving

*Course length and cost are based on a minimum of four attendees MasterGraphics reserves the right to cancel classes. 

* Note: The course topics are a guideline and class topics may be modified by the instructor based upon the class flow.

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