Membership
Examinations
The Institute's examinations test a candidate's knowledge, experience and competence in demolition engineering. Entrants are expected to sit them as soon as possible after joining.
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The two parts
There are two parts to the examination, taken on the same day.
| Part | Length | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | 45 minutes | Multiple choice, covering legislation, codes of practice and health and safety. Candidates attempt all questions. |
| Part 2 | 3 hours | Specialised subject section. Three questions from a choice of six, in the form of case studies requiring the experienced knowledge of a demolition engineer. |
The pass mark is 70% for both parts. There is no limit on the number of times the examination may be taken within two years of joining.
Preparation days
The Institute holds two preparation days each year, and attendance ismandatory for anyone sitting the examinations for the first time. They cover the rationale behind the questions and how to structure answers, along with advice on managing timeframes, the examination rules, infringement penalties and the results appeal process.
Where and when
Examinations are held twice each year. The main examination centre is the Institute’s headquarters in Kent — Office 2, Innovation Studios Medway, 1044 Canal Road, Rochester, Kent ME2 4DT — and regional centres are arranged where there are sufficient candidates.
Dates for preparation days and examinations are published on the events page and on the booking form.
Regulations
The Institute has stringent procedures for its examinations. The full examination regulations are published with the Institute’s governing documents. Rules of the Institute →
Booking
To book an examination and preparation day, contact Isobel Woodbury at the Institute. Examination fees are non-refundable.