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2026-2027 DCTC Catalog 
  
2026-2027 DCTC Catalog

ARCT 2000 - Mechanical and Electrical Systems



3 Credits
This course will introduce the student to electrical/lighting, plumbing, HVAC, and fire protection. The course will examine the integration of various building systems into building design and look at energy efficiency and other means of contributing to a building’s sustainability.

Learning Outcomes
Define key terms of mechanical systems for residential and commercial buildings and demonstrate the integration of mechanical drawings with architectural drawings.

Define key terms for plumbing systems and be able to demonstrate architectural plumbing plans.

Define key terms for architectural electrical drawings and be able to demonstrate an architectural electrical plan.

Create spec sheets for plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and fire life safety equipment.

Define key terms for fire life safety and be able to create a fire life safety architectural drawing set.