MEP Engineering in Construction with Example Designs: A Practical Guide to Drawings, Design, and Coordination
By Yuhsiu Lai

A complete guide to the real-world design and coordination of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in construction.

This book is a practical, step-by-step training resource for understanding how MEP systems are designed, drawn, and integrated into buildings. Whether you're a student, designer, engineer, project manager, or tradesperson, this guide walks you through the full process — from concept to construction — using clear explanations, codes, sample layouts, and coordinated case studies.

🔧 What’s Inside:

• Fundamentals of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems

• MEP drawing types, symbols, risers, panel schedules, and specifications

• Key codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, IPC, ASHRAE, IECC) explained in context

• Sample design sets with annotated diagrams and equipment schedules

• MEP coordination workflows, BIM integration, and clash detection strategies

• Special systems like fire alarms, controls, telecom, and renewables

• Checklists, templates, glossary, and exam-style review questions

📐 Ideal for:

• Architecture and engineering students

• MEP engineers and drafters

• Design-build professionals

• Construction managers and contractors

• Anyone working on or reviewing construction drawings

Clear. Practical. Code-based. Coordinated.
This is the guide every modern builder and design professional needs to bring MEP systems from paper to performance.