WHEN:
April 28, 2025
8:30AM- 4:30PM
WHERE:
St. Cloud Marina Banquet Hall
1104 Lakeshore Blvd – 2nd Floor
St. Cloud, FL 34769
It is highly recommended students bring a laptop to the course with a mouse. We will be using Google Earth Pro (free) and CASTViz (free through NDCAC portal) so please download them prior to attending the course.
Course Overview:
This comprehensive one-day course is designed to equip law enforcement officers with advanced investigative skills using Tower Dumps, Area Searches, and Timing Advance technology to effectively identify suspects and solve complex cases. Participants will learn the principles of cellular networks, how devices interact within them, and how to analyze Tower Dumps and specialized location records. Additionally, the course covers Timing Advance technology for precise geographic searches, integrating these methods with traditional investigative tools, and ensuring adherence to legal and ethical guidelines.
Course Content:
- Introduction to Cellular Networks and Timing Advance Technology:
- Explanation of cellular network fundamentals and Timing Advance principles.
- Overview of the capabilities of Timing Advance and its law enforcement applications.
- Creating and Defining Search Areas:
- Techniques for defining precise geographic areas using Timing Advance and Tower Dumps.
- Case studies illustrating successful applications in investigations.
- Analyzing Cellular Data and Tower Dumps:
- Best practices for extracting and analyzing Tower Dump data.
- Practical exercises on interpreting cellular data to identify patterns, anomalies, and suspects.
- Interpreting and Visualizing Information:
- Tools and strategies for visualizing Timing Advance data.
- Utilization of visual representations in case analysis and presentations.
- Legal and Ethical Considerations:
- Guidelines and best practices for ethically using cellular data in investigations.
- Ensuring legal compliance when utilizing specialized location records.
- Integration with Other Investigative Tools:
- Combining Timing Advance technology with traditional investigative tools and methods.
- Use of Connected Vehicle data and its role in investigations.
- Case Studies and Practical Applications:
- Real-world criminal cases showcasing the successful use of Timing Advance, Tower Dumps, and Area Searches.
- Hands-on exercises and group discussions to apply learned techniques in simulated scenarios.
Target Audience:
This course is designed for law enforcement officers and investigators who are involved in criminal investigations and seek to enhance their skills and solve their cases in utilizing advanced technologies for geographic data analysis.
Instructional Methodology:
The course employs a combination of lectures, interactive discussions, practical exercises, and case studies to ensure comprehensive learning and skill development.
Outcome:
Upon completion of this course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to effectively employ Timing Advance area search technology in their investigative work, thereby enhancing their ability to solve complex criminal cases and contribute to public safety.
Cancellation Policy:
Full refund if cancelled more than 30 days prior to start of event
If cancelled less than 30 days prior to start of event there are no refunds, however you can swap seats with someone from your agency.
Recent Evaluations:
“Thoroughly enjoyed the class. One of the most relevant training classes I’ve had in 21 years. Found a missing juvenile this morning using some of the resources you provided.” Corona, California Student 2022
“Honestly, this is one of the best course I have taken. It is extremely practical, and you cut out a lot of the BS that LE courses tend to come with. No BS just good knowledge. I can't think of anything else that you didn't cover. This is so much good new content that I spent a lot of time on typing out notes, so I can go over the notes again.” Corona, California Student 2022
“A lot of valuable information was presented in a very short period of time. I truly found the class beneficial and would highly recommend it to all police personnel as the trend has become that more crime is being committed with clues and evidence located on the internet and woven into social media.” Shelton, CT Student 2022
