The competition pits future industry professionals against each other, in a test of skill and knowledge about mechanical systems and the business of contracting.
This year, students will design and eight-story office building. The building plan requires an energy-efficient HVAC system designed for ease of maintenance, low operating cost, and Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification.
The four best scoring teams will be invited to present their proposals at the MCAA 2016 conference in Orlando, Fla., on March 21.
Competing schools are listed here. Click on each school to learn about its program: