CANCELED Radar/Lidar Operator

COURSE DESCRIPTION:This training will provide the student with an understanding of the proper operational procedures and considerations for correctly using RADAR or LIDAR in police speed enforcement. Students will be instructed on how to set-up and operate RADAR and LIDAR.TRAINING OBJECTIVES:� Explain Relative Motion.� Explain the Doppler Theory as it applies to RADAR speed enforcement.� Explain the Angular Effect when using stationary and moving radar.� Explain the operational principles of using lidar and stationary and moving radar.� Explain the importance of obtaining a tracking history in the use of radar speed enforcement.� Describe factors that can produce inaccurate or false speed readings and how each can be minimized, recognized, or eliminated.� Identify the impact of case law pertaining to radar and lidar.� Demonstrate the ability to set up, test, and read the radar unit.� Demonstrate the ability to make accurate speed estimates in stationary and moving exercises.� Demonstrate the ability to make accurate target verifications.STUDENTS REQUIRED TO BRING: Students will need an operational RADAR unit in their patrol vehicle and a Department LIDAR unit (if available)