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Commercial Vehicle Crash Investigation - Level I   

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FIRST IN THE COMMERCIAL VEHICLE CRASH INVESTIGATION SERIES

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 have an adequate understanding of mechanical components, parts and pieces of the commercial motor vehicle and how they may factor into your investigation. To reinforce the concepts presented, you will conduct “hands-on” exercises 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
  • Driver concerns - log books
  • Vehicle components
  • Center of mass determinations
  • Skid mark measurements and speed analysis
  • Jackknifing
  • Rollover
  • Vehicle dynamics in braking
  • Weight shifting

Audience

Law enforcement and private traffic crash investigators, claims adjusters, engineers, attorneys, safety officers, military investigative personnel, animators and graphic designers

Course Length

40 hours

Prerequisite(s)

This course is designed for traffic crash investigators who have completed, at a minimum, IPTM’s Advanced Traffic Crash 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.

What to Bring

Required

  • Scientific calculator

Recommended

  • Work clothes for outside activities (including inclement weather)
  • Camera and equipment to document field exercises

Other Courses in the Series

ACTAR Information

IPTM's Commercial Vehicle Crash Investigation - Level I course is eligible for 40 ACTAR CEUs.

What Our Students Are Saying

  • “Instructors were excellent and extremely knowledgeable.” – J.T.
  • "Sufficient time was given to explain CMV parts in order to understand what items the investigator looks at and uses during crash investigation.” – A.G.
  • “The instructor presented the material in a way that the entire class understood. He has an excellent grasp of the subject and related well with the real world examples.” – S.S.
  • “Overall I gained a ton of knowledge, but I think the hands-on portion was most beneficial.” – Ofc. N.S.
  • “The instructors took the time to break down the parts of the truck/trailer, explain what they do along with how to check them.” – Lt. T.C.
  • “The course is essential for any collision investigator involved in reconstructing commercial motor vehicle collisions. Excellent instructors.” – Tpr. M.D.
  • “Both instructors did a great job of related the content to the whole class regardless of students' prior knowledge/experience. Would like to take other classes with them.” – Ofc. R.D.
  • “I greatly enjoyed the class and was able to take away a lot of information that will help me on my daily job when it comes to CMV.” Tpr. F.G.
  • “Fantastic experience; can’t wait for level II.” – P. F. Reconstructionist

 
 
 

 

 

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Schedule Changes

This schedule is subject to change without notice. If you have not received an official confirmation email prior to the first day of class, please contact us at (904) 620-4786 or info@iptm.org before traveling or making airline reservations.

Registration and Fees

Full payment must accompany all registrations. You may register online and pay with your Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express credit card, or you may download a Registration Form and mail it to IPTM with a check.

Cancellation/Refund Policy

Complete the Cancellation Request Form and return it to IPTM. No telephone cancellations will be accepted. A 20% administrative fee will be assessed to all refunds if the cancellation request is received within 14 days of the course start date. In lieu of a refund, student substitutions can be made or a credit can be issued for a future course. No refunds will be given for no-shows. If materials for an online course were sent to the student, the appropriate materials and shipping costs will be deducted from the refund amount. Materials may be returned to IPTM in their original condition at the student's expense. Once IPTM has received and inspected them, the refund will be processed.

Due to the automated format of online independent study courses and Videos on Demand (VoDs), no refunds or substitutions can be made after registration.

Course Confirmations

A minimum number of registrations must be received for an in-person class to run as scheduled. When the minimum criterion has been met, written confirmation will be emailed to you. Please do not travel or make airline reservations until you receive written notification confirming that the course will run as scheduled.

Transportation and Lodging

Most locations are served by several major airlines. Transportation, food and lodging are the responsibility of the student. For information on training locations, please visit our Locations page or call us at (904) 620-4786. For courses in Jacksonville, the University of North Florida maintains a list of area hotels on the Campus Travel Management page.

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