LE 318 - Traffic Collision Investigation

    Recent Professors
    David K. Whitham
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    0.5
    Prerequisite
    POST certified basic law enforcement academy or equivalent training as determined by the Director, Law Enforcement training. NOTE: Approval of equivalent enrollment eligibility is not a guarantee that state regulatory and licensing authorities will also grant equivalency for licensure or employment purposes
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of LE 318
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This P.O.S.T. certified course provides field officers with advanced knowledge and skills for investigating traffic collisions. Emphasis will be upon documenting information and evidence at the collision scene. Participants will learn and demonstrate in practical simulations effective procedures for conducting preliminary traffic collision investigations. The course satisfies the mandates of California Vehicle Code 40600(a).
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 1:00pm–5:00pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 8:00am–12:00pm