Software Product
| Software | Vendor | Category | Windows | Solaris | Macintosh | Linux | Lab Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AutoCAD MEP Suite | Autodesk |
CAD/Modeling Graphics |
2008 |
Product Information
Formerly known as Building Systems
Integrated Building Systems Design, Documentation, and Analysis
Some building systems software applications provide basic design and documentation capabilities. Others provide modeling technology. And still others provide building engineering analysis. But only one application does it all: Autodesk Building Systems. It unifies MEP design, documentation, and analysis in an integrated environment that improves productivity, automates coordination, and increases accuracy.
Speed Workflow and Shorten Design CyclesWith Autodesk Building Systems software, you can easily size duct, wire, and plumbing pipe, as well as export engineering design data to standard file formats for use by third-party system analysis and sizing applications, such as load and energy analysis, and duct and fire protection sizing applications, helping you to streamline workflow and eliminate data errors. Shorten design cycles with features that automatically lay out, size, and fit design elements to meet code requirements while avoiding conflicts. And easily deliver construction-ready documents directly from your building model, saving time and money.
Minimize Costly Risks and Field ChangesAutomatically detect interferences between systems, layouts, and structures to virtually eliminate design and construction conflicts. Customize schedules in your designs with information from the model, such as cost data to better understand the effects of your decisions; schedules update instantly as the model changes.
Create Better Designs and Increase Client SatisfactionProduce construction-ready documents directly from your design environment, to ensure that the right information is conveyed between engineering and drafting, which helps eliminate confusion in the field during construction. Implement CAD standards across all projects to ensure companywide quality and consistency. Design accurate systems with standard parts and real-world, manufacturer-specific equipment to create true-to-life representations.
How to Get This Software
License or Agreement
The Autodesk license is an annual renewable site license which renews on October 29th of each year.
Authorized Uses
Single copies of certain Autodesk products are available to any faculty or staff member for use only on university owned computers.
Copies of any of the Autodesk software for large scale use on university computers are available to NC State departments and colleges that have contributed funds towards the purchase and maintenance of the license.
Campus Locations Where You May Use This Software
This software is available to those colleges or departments who have contributed funds to the purchase of this software. This software is typically not found in Unity Labs.
Documentation and Training
Internet Resources
Autodesk AutoCAD MEP Suite Web Site
Local Resources
If you have questions, contact: the NC State Help Desk, help@ncsu.edu
Telephone: 919-515-HELP (4357).