Digital Data Analysis is part of De Montfort University FdSc in forensic collision investigation.
This module expands on the learning in Digital Data One where we looked at wheel speed and GPS data.
The module is new for the 2023 academic year. It picks up where Digital Data One left off and is primarily concerned with accelerometer data. Accelerometers are everywhere but in relation to collision investigation we are particularly interested in insurance back boxes, emergency brake testers and event data recorders (EDR's).
If we are going to use this data as part of the reconstruction process we first need to understand the data and know how to process it. This module looks at,
Accelerometer fundamentals - What are they and how do they work
Sampling and signal processing - Types of sampling, sensitivity and sampling rate
Accelerometers in the real world - Frames of reference and number of accelerometers
Bias Drift and Error - The effect of horizontal misalignment, rotation and tilt
Numerical Methods - Differentiation and Integration, errors, stability and convergence
We assume that you hold a CertHE and have studied Further maths for collision investigators to get the most from this module.
There is no pre-study required for this module.
8 weeks distance learning.
Your joining instructions list any specific requirements. General tools include a scientific calculator. We recommend any Casio with a 'Natural Display'. Microsoft Excel, Apple's Numbers or similar.
Your tutors will help you with your studies during the module. They will mark and comment on your final exam and coursework.
This module is part of De Montfort university's FdSc in forensic road collision investigation.
The FdSc starts in September of each year. Apply through AiTS. If you wish to take this module without registering with the university you may do so however no university accreditation will be give. To take as a standalone check the calendar for the next presentation and contact AiTS.
| Coming on a module? | How to find us |
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| Pricing information | Course Price List |
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| Code: | ENGS2005 |
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| Credits: | 15 |
| Level: | 5 |
| Duration: | 8 weeks |
| Type: | Distance learning |
| Assessment: | Two pieces of coursework |
| Further maths |
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| Analysis of digital data I |
| Analysis of digital data II | Computation and collision analysis |
| Motorcycle collisions |
| Pedestrian collisions |
| Vehicle dynamics - PC-Crash |