Speed Measurement Course #1158


ID : 83407   

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The 40-hour FDLE course is designed to provide officers with instruction in the principles and operation of radar and laser instruments.  Officers will be required to participate in field exercises to demonstrate an understanding of the practical operation of the speed measurement instruments.  The course provides an opportunity for officers to develop specialized skills in radar and laser operations.  Officers will be required to pass a practical and written test. 100% attendance is required and participants must achieve a minimum score of 80% on the written exam to receive a certificate of completion. 
 

*Recommended that the students bring moving (handheld and or/in car) radars or lasers from your agency.

 *Priority for registration into this class is given to agencies within Pinellas County. Remaining seats will be open to all agencies 14 days from the start date.

 
Course topics include:
  • Basic methods of speed measurement
  • Speed measurement exercises
  • Radar principles and operation
  • Laws and rules in speed measurement
  • Laser principles and operation
  • Court testimony
 

Agency approval required before registration. Agency authorization form required.
Most agencies request that individual officers contact their training department prior to self-registration. 
This course has restricted access to only currently sworn and direct support staff of an agency.



Brochure available
Training Calendar available at https://pstc.spcollege.edu/



 

Class Details

5 Session(s)
Weekly - Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

Location
Public Safety Training Center

Instructor
Multiple

 

Notice

Please read:  Sworn officers of Region IX have first priority until 14 days from the class start date. *Agency Registration Required

Class Price:  $0.00


Registration Closes On
Monday, November 30, 2026 @ 12:00 AM

Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s) Instructional Method
11/30/2026 - 12/4/2026 Weekly - Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM St. Petersburg, Public Safety Training Center  Map, Room: AC-AC105 Paul Althoff  ; Mark Eastty  Classroom

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