Synopsis:
The Civil Engineering Standard Method of Measurement has been published in several editions since it was first introduced in 1976 with the latest edition published in 1991. It is extensively used throughout the industry and therefore it is essential that professionals involved in the preparation of contract documents and in post-contract measurement duties understand its complexities.  The purpose of this training course is to study in detail the background to CESMM and the basis of its use in the preparation of contract documents for civil engineering works.
Course Duration:
Two Days 0900 - 1700hrs with a view to seeking eligibility for CITB Grant Aid (including achievement measurement by completion of various practical exercises).
Course Level:
The course is intended for Quantity Surveyors, Estimators, Planners, Commercial Managers and Project Managers.
Elements of the following training objectives are covered
by the course:
CM2 & CM3
CPD Approval:
Recommended 12 Hours CPD.

Objectives:
•     Understand the principles of CESMM
•     Understand the use of method related charges
•     Apply the rules relating to work sections
•     Appreciate the implications for measurement, tendering and claims

Outline Programme:

DAY 1

•     The Bill of Quantities and its relationship to the other contract documents
•Forms of Contract
•The Bill of Quantities - its need & use
•The role of a Method of Measurement

•     The Principles of the CESMM
•Introduction to the various sections
•General principles
•Definitions
•Application of works classifications

•     Preparation of Bills of Quantities
•Principle quantities
•Preambles
•Work items
•Coding of items
•Adjustment item

•     Method related charges and general items
•Objectives
•Types
•Application
•Advantages and disadvantages
•Class A items
• Issue of overnight measurement exercise

DAY 2

•     Measurement of site works, earthworks and concrete
•The rules and itemisation
•Class D
•Class E
•Class F, G & H
•     Measurement exercise ‘A’

•     Measurement of piling and roadworks
•The rules and itemisation
•Class P
•Class Q
•Class R
•     Measurement exercise ‘B’

•     Measurement of building works
•The principles and rules
•Class Z
•SMM7 
•     Measurement exercise ‘C’

Course Availability and Cost:

Refer to the course calendar