Video Motion Analysis in Crash Investigation

This comprehensive five-day, hands-on training program is specifically designed for crash investigators and reconstructionists who seek to enhance their analytical skills through modern video forensics techniques. Participants will develop proficiency in extracting and analyzing vehicle speed data directly from video footage, making this course essential for both law enforcement professionals and private sector reconstruction specialists.

The curriculum builds upon foundational knowledge from IPTM's At-Scene and Advanced Crash Investigation courses, progressing into advanced topics including video metadata interpretation, scene diagramming methodologies, and motion analysis software applications. Students will engage in guided instruction, practical field exercises, and real-world case study analysis throughout the program.

Course Topics and Skills

• Identification and interpretation of video metadata as it applies to crash investigation work
• Scene diagramming techniques utilizing manual methods, aerial photography, and LiDAR technology
• Operation of Kinovea and comparable video motion analysis software for frame-by-frame analysis
• Application of Constant, Uniform, and Average Time and Speed mathematical formulas to calculate vehicle velocity from video data
• Examination of real-world case studies demonstrating effective video motion analysis applications
• Practical field exercises that simulate actual crash investigation scenarios
• Professional presentation strategies for communicating findings in courtroom and legal settings

Intended Audience

This course serves law enforcement officers, private traffic crash investigators, insurance claims adjusters, forensic engineers, legal professionals, safety officers, military investigators, and professionals working with collision animation and simulation graphics.

Course Details

Duration: 40 hours

Course Fee: $895.00

Class Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily

Instructor: Anthony Fairbanks

ACTAR CEUs: 40 continuing education units available

Prerequisites

Participants must have successfully completed IPTM's Advanced Traffic Crash Investigation course or an equivalent program before enrolling.

Required Materials and Equipment

• Laptop computer with capability to install and run Kinovea software
• Scientific calculator featuring square root, sine/cosine, and parentheses functions

Scheduled Sessions

Cary, North Carolina: October 26-30, 2026 at Cary Police Department Headquarters, 120 Wilkinson Avenue, Cary, NC 27513

Brighton, Michigan: January 11-15, 2027 at Green Oak Township Police Department, 9400 Whitmore Lake Road, Brighton, MI 48116

Tempe, Arizona: January 25-29, 2027 at Tempe Police Department - Apache Substation, 1855 East Apache Boulevard, Tempe, AZ 85281

Lawrenceville, Georgia: April 26-30, 2027 at Gwinnett County Police Department Training Academy, 854 Winder Highway, Lawrenceville, GA 30045

Westminster, Colorado: June 14-18, 2027 at Westminster Public Safety Center, East Training Room, 9110 Yates Street, Westminster, CO 80031