Three courses in one training event – two days of photography instruction and practical exercises in addition to one day of digital image processing. Day One – Technical Photography The principles of digital imaging will be explained and demonstrated. Participants will create images to apply techniques discussed in class. Participants should be familiar with the operation of their digital camera prior to attending the course. Day T...

This course is designed specifically for the emergency management, law enforcement, and medicolegal communities. In the wake of public transportation disasters, victim recovery and identification operations require a multiagency response. Success depends on the ability of these agencies to engage in a collaborative effort during the planning, operational, and draw-down phases of the response. This course examines the core principles for managi...

This course provides participants with a comprehensive overview of the procedures and methods used and the skills required to investigate an aircraft accident. Examples from recent NTSB investigations will be used to demonstrate particular aspects of the investigative process. Overview Site documentation and management Operational and mechanical aspects of aircraft performance Turbine and reciprocating engines Fire and explosions Fracture reco...

Developed for commercial transportation officials, representatives of federal agencies, staff of non-governmental relief organizations and emergency managers, this course is instrumental in understanding how any organization involved in the accident response can most effectively support the family assistance efforts. NTSB Transportation Disaster Assistance specialists, clinicians and other professionals will present a variety of disaster respo...

Maritime Security 2015 West is the third installment of the Maritime Security West program series, building upon the successes of last year’s conference in Tacoma, WA. As the thirteenth maritime security conference hosted by Homeland Security Outlook since 2011, Maritime Security 2015 West furthers a commitment to address the needs of governments, law enforcement, and critical infrastructure to counter the challenges of securing coastlin...

In a world of shrinking budgets and unparalleled growth in data, agency network infrastructures that were put in place 20 years ago are inadequate to meet today’s demands. The New IP represents a change in the network from a physical to a virtual entity, and prepares public sector IT environments for the future. Using timely research conducted by surveying government technology leaders coupled with public sector insights, this session wi...

Please join us for this unique opportunity to enhance your organization's supply chain security and resilience. This no-cost, regional supply chain resilience workshop is an opportunity for private sector and State, local, and Federal partners to focus on critical infrastructure supply chain security and best practices. The workshop will last one-half day on the afternoon of August 13th. Registration: 12:30 - 1:00 PM Workshop starts: 1:00 PM R...

Join DLT Solutions and CADD Microsystems for a FREE breakfast seminar on July 28th. Special guest Lynn Allen, Autodesk Technical Evangelist and Cadalyst columnist, will discuss the up and coming industry trends in the world of Design. Lynn will demonstrate productivity techniques that will help you improve your workflow, reduce tedious processes, and boost your ability to meet project deadlines. Learn how your AutoCAD workflows can be improved...

Digital Government Webinar Series The digital landscape is constantly evolving, and these changes offer agencies new ways to deliver services more cost effectively, efficiently and securely. Citizens expect government systems to work in the same modern, customer-focused way that they would when banking, shopping or communicating. From mobile apps to smart technology, governments have the opportunity to interact with citizens in a more personal...

This course provides participants with a comprehensive overview of the procedures and methods used and the skills required with all aspects of helicopter accident investigation. Examples from recent investigations will be used to demonstrate particular aspects of the investigative process. Overview NTSB Legal Authorities, mission, and structure NTSB "party" process Operational and mechanical aspects of helicopter performance Fracture recogniti...