Who should take Human Factors in Traffic Crashes?
A wide array of individuals have taken ADRC’s Human Factor’s classes, all of whom are interested in widening their knowledge base on Human Factors in Traffic Crash Reconstruction. These individuals include crash reconstructionist, police officers, mechanical engineers, attorneys, transportation engineers and vehicle manufacturers.

When are classes held?
Classes are held throughout the year. Check back on “Register for Classes” to see where the latest classes are being held

How long are classes?
It depends. Classes are generally 5 day, 40 hour weeklong classes.

How much do classes cost?
Tuition varies from class to class, depending on how many days a class is being held. Please see the fee schedule for estimates.

What do I get with the class?
Depending on the class, the class tuition includes a 30-day subscription to I.DRR and V*STAR
Software, class book, and CD-rom.

What topics are covered in a Human Factors in Traffic Crash Reconstruction?
Depending on the class length, a variety of topics are covered. These topics include:
History and foundation of Reaction Time Research
Understanding Driver Response Terms and Definitions
Common Causes for Response Delays
Whether Weather Influences Driver Response
Evaluating a Response During Nighttime Driving
Nighttime Response Scenarios and documenting nighttime crashes
Headlight Beam Analysis
Evaluating Path Intrusion Crashes
Acceleration Rate of Drivers
Gap Acceptance
Driver Search Patterns
Driver Response to lead vehicles, traffic signals, and decision making
Fatigue & Alcohol
Tutorial on I.DRR Software (PRT software)
Practical Experience (Research Applications)

Are there any practical exercises included with class?
Generally, at least one practical exercise is included with each class. Examples of exercises done in previous classes include: headlight mapping, measuring response times when on a cell phone, measuring response times to pedestrians, measuring response times to different patterns (objects that present unrecognizable patterns), documenting scenes at night and simulator studies.

What should I bring to class with me?
It is suggested to bring a laptop computer with Microsoft Office 2007 (to run I.DRR)
and a scientific calculator.

Do I get CEU’s?
Yes, Continuing Education Units are given out for Human Factors Classes. A 5 day, 40 Hour weeklong class gets between 30-33 CEU’s