The only independently recognised strain measurement certification scheme in the world running for over 30 years following ISO 9712: the International Standard for Nondestructive Testing. Remote exams available on request.

Working with the strain gauge manufactures and experienced practitioners, we have also developed the Code of Practice for the Installation of Electrical Resistance Strain Gauges * and a Certification scheme to provide a complete skillset for precision strain measurement through a range of training courses and examinations for the certification of strain gauge personnel including: Technicians who install strain gauges, Designers who design instruments to measure load, Torque, Pressure, Distance etc and Engineers who use strain gauges for Stress Analysis

Level 1

Pre-Exam Revision Seminar  Wed 24 February 2027 Basingstoke
Examination Wed 10 March 2027 Basingstoke
Pre-Exam Revision Seminar Wed 30 June 2027 TBA Belgium/Basingstoke
Examination Wed 14 July 2027 TBA Belgium/Basingstoke
Pre-Exam Revision Seminar Wed 3 November 2027 Basingstoke
Examination Wed 17 November 2027 Basingstoke

Level 2

Strain Analysis Course Mon 7 - Thurs 10 June 2027 Sheffield
Pre-Exam Revision Seminar Fri 11 June 2027 Sheffield
Examination Tues 22 June 2027 Sheffield
Strain Analysis Course Mon 18 - Thurs 21 October 2027 Sheffield
Pre-Exam Revision Seminar Fri 22 October 2027 Sheffield
Examination  Tues 2 November 2027 Sheffield

Level 3

Stress Analysis Course Mon 13 - Thurs 16 September 2027 Sheffield
Pre-Exam Revision Seminar Friday 17 September 2027 Sheffield
Examination Tues 28th - Wed 29 September 2027 Sheffield

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*Courses also available in Belgium with seminars hosted by our Continental partners Quantify bv, Leuvenselaan 172, 3300 Tienen, Belgium – the seminar location is easily accessible from London St Pancras via Eurostar. Total travel time can be under 3 hours.

Code of Practice for the Installation of Electrical Strain Gauges

An updated edition following an extensive review and consultation with experienced Practitioners to provide best practice guidelines for the installation of electrical resistance strain gauges. Discounted for BSSM Members and provided to delegates as part of some of our training courses. More 

We are now accepting nominations for the prestigious Annual Measurements Lecture.

This landmark event celebrates outstanding achievements in experimental mechanics. Following this year's brilliant presentation by Michael Sutton (USA) on advanced material response, next year’s lecture is open to industry and academic leaders worldwide. 

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The 21st in a series of conferences jointly organised by The British Society for Strain Measurement and The International Digital Image Correlation Society (iDICs). The conference will showcase novel and innovative research in Experimental Mechanics.

8 – 10 September 2027, Bristol City Hall, Bristol, UK.

Conference Chairs
Dr Neha Chandarana, University of Bristol (BSSM)
Dr Phillip Reu, Sandia National Laboratories (iDICs), USA
Dr Mark Iadicola, National Institute of Standards and Technology (iDICs), USA

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The BSSM offer a range of opportunities available including the BSSM's Exhibition of Experimental Mechanics.

EMex27 is the premier UK exhibition for manufacturers and suppliers of strain measurement and stress analysis equipment and will take place over three days between the 8 and 10 September 2027 at Bristol during the BSSM's 21st International Conference on Advances in Experimental Mechanics.

Contact info@bssm.org to register your interest

BSSM membership is open to all in industry and academia, offering various categories and benefits managed by leading technical experts - join us today to connect with our community and explore how to sign up.

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An online course starting 21 January and the in-person workshop will be between 22 to 24 February 2027.

University of Bristol, UK

This is an in-person only workshop – overseas delegates will need to attend in person in the UK - please allow sufficient time to apply for a visitors visa.

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Level 1 qualification providing a qualification for engineers and technicians involved in the installation of pre-wired strain gauges. Showing  the holder has demonstrated a high level of skill in making strain gauge installations and can install gauges that can be used with confidence to make accurate and reliable measurements. The certificate can be integrated into the quality systems of participating businesses and organisations allowing them to demonstrate the competence of their employees. More

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