AutoCAD MEP, also known as AMEP, is based on the AutoCAD Architecture platform. Here, MEP stands for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing. The software has all the required features for creating a Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing system. It includes all the features of the AutoCAD platform such as Blocks, Layers, 3D Models, and so on. It also includes architectural features such as walls, doors, windows, and so on.
This book provides detailed description of the tools that are commonly used in designing HVAC system, piping system, and plumbing system as well as in designing the electrical layout of a building. The AutoCAD MEP 2018 for Designers book further elaborates on the procedure of generating the schematic drawings of a system, which are used for schematic representation of a system.
Special emphasis has been laid on the introduction of concepts, which have been explained using text, along with graphical examples. The examples and tutorials used in this book ensure that the users can relate the information provided in this textbook with the practical industry designs.