This course is designed for experienced traffic crash investigators who have a good working knowledge of the techniques and applications of formulas taught in basic crash investigation courses and who wish to build upon that foundation with more advanced mathematical formulas used to analyze motorcycle crashes.

Various field tests will be conducted showing you a variety of motorcycle skids, accelerations and slide-to-stop drag factors.  You will learn how to photograph skids and examine the subsequent effects that skids have on the tires and surfaces.  Through these tests, you will gain valuable first-hand experience that can be beneficial in court proceedings.

You will be given a manual of applicable information to use as a motorcycle reference book.

You must have completed, at a minimum, IPTM's At-Scene Traffic Crash/Traffic Homicide Investigation course or its equivalent prior to attending this course.

Topics include:
•  Analyzing and interpreting the motorcycle crash scene
•  Determining acceleration and deceleration characteristics of the motorcycle
•  Analyzing and interpreting modes of instability and handling characteristics in motorcycles
•  Interpreting the operator factor
•  Reviewing motorcycle tires, helmets and other equipment
•  Using a practical application of formulas (projects)

Note:  You should bring a scientific calculator and a traffic template to class.

This intensive course will cover the unique characteristics of commercial motor vehicles and the special dynamics at play when one is involved in a collision.  

Detailed information of the nomenclature and operation of commercial motor vehicles will provide you with a level of competence needed to perform an adequate post-crash inspection of the vehicle.  To reinforce the concepts presented, you will conduct "hands-on" exercise inspections and vehicle testing during the course.

Topics include:
•  Tractor-trailer nomenclature 
•  Brake systems: configuration and operation
•  Wheels, rims and tires
•  Steering suspensions and frames
•  Trailer coupling devices - fifth wheels
•  Tachograph charts - log books
•  Vehicle inspections
•  Center of mass determinations
•  Skid mark measurements and speed analysis
•  Jackknifing
•  Hydroplaning
•  Rollover
•  Vehicle dynamics in braking
•  Weight shifting

This course is designed for traffic crash investigators who have completed, at a minimum, IPTM's At-Scene Traffic Crash/Traffic Homicide Investigation course or its equivalent.  You should have a good working knowledge of the techniques and applications of the formulas presented in the basic course, as the presentation of mathematical formulas will build upon techniques already used by investigators.