Training Courses

Traffic Crash Reconstruction - Level II by IPTM

Date & Time:
  • November 9, 2026 – November 13, 2026
Location:
Fort Myers, FL

Traffic Crash Reconstruction - Level II

This advanced course provides traffic crash reconstructionists with comprehensive instruction in contemporary theories and methodologies of collision analysis. Participants will deepen their understanding of crash reconstruction principles while exploring topics that have traditionally received minimal attention, alongside innovative content relevant to the field. The program serves as in-service training for practicing reconstructionists and is particularly valuable for those pursuing ACTAR certification.

The curriculum emphasizes the mathematical and physical principles underlying crash analysis. Participants will review and apply equations that integrate crash data to interpret collision mechanics, with particular focus on skid characteristics, spin analysis, critical speed yaw analysis, and friction calculations. Additional concepts covered include time-distance analysis, uniform circular motion, pole and narrow object impacts, and conservation of linear momentum principles.

Course Content

  • Geometric and trigonometric applications in crash analysis
  • Dynamics, kinematics, and Newton's Laws of Motion expressed as vector equations
  • Drag and acceleration factor testing methodologies
  • Critical speed yaw analysis techniques
  • Distinctions between CSY and spin analysis approaches
  • Time-distance analytical methods
  • Impact analysis for poles and narrow objects
  • Linear momentum conservation applications
  • Rollover crash reconstruction fundamentals
  • Uniform projectile motion and airborne speed determination

The course incorporates multiple in-class projects and a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary capstone project designed to reinforce learning outcomes.

Intended Audience

This training is designed for law enforcement and civilian traffic crash investigators, claims adjusters, engineers, attorneys, safety officers, military investigative personnel, animators, and graphic designers, as well as ACTAR candidates. Florida sworn law enforcement personnel may qualify for FDOT grant-funded seating, though federal and military law enforcement personnel in Florida do not meet this eligibility requirement.

Course Details

Duration: 40 hours
Class Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily
ACTAR Credit: 40 CEUs

Prerequisites

Participants must have successfully completed IPTM's Traffic Crash Reconstruction course or an equivalent program. Those lacking a strong foundation in mathematics and physics are strongly encouraged to complete IPTM's 16-hour Re-Introduction to Math and Physics (Online) course prior to enrollment.

Scheduled Offerings

Fort Myers, Florida
November 9-13, 2026
Southwest Florida Public Safety Academy, 4312 Michigan Avenue, Fort Myers, FL 33905
Instructors: Roman Serrano, Michael Catalano
Fee: $895.00 (Grant-funded option available for eligible Florida law enforcement)

Lakeland, Florida
January 18-22, 2027
Lakeland Police Department Training Academy, 3131 Centurion Drive, Lakeland, FL 33805
Instructors: Michael Catalano, David Kostok
Fee: $895.00 (Grant-funded option available for eligible Florida law enforcement)

Lawrenceville, Georgia
March 1-5, 2027
Gwinnett County Police Department Training Academy, 854 Winder Highway, Lawrenceville, GA 30045
Fee: $895.00