For several decades, high-end computing has played an important role in supporting NASA’s missions, with advancements as broad as: Preparing the Space Shuttle for return to flight, Designing and improving aerospace vehicles, Analyzing massive Earth systems data to understand potential near- and long-term changes, and Developing astrophysical calculations to explore the history and future of our universe. This webinar will discuss how hig...

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) will present a new First Thursday Seminar, Electric Vehicle Charging for Employee Vehicles and Agency Fleets, from 1:30 to 3:00 pm EST on January 5, 2017. This First Thursday Seminar will provide fleet and facility managers with an overview of how meeting electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) goals can decrease greenhouse gas emissions, save money, and lead by exam...

This webinar will take an in-depth look at how government agencies with mission critical security needs can successfully deploy simple, scalable and secure IP Video Surveillance solutions. Video surveillance has become indispensable in protecting citizens, preventing loss and minimizing risk. However, many Government agencies and military bases are struggling to realize the full potential of their video surveillance technology. Too often they...

Government's need for skilled technology workers is critical to address such complex national challenges as disaster response, cybersecurity and homeland security. In particular, the scarcity of trained information technology talent coupled with heavy competition from private industry for these trained individuals is a pressing issue in government. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that by 2020, over 1 million programming jobs will go un...

Day 1: Cognitive Interviewing for Accident Investigators - BASIC This session provides the foundational knowledge and skills needed to conduct interviews of participants in, and witnesses to, transportation incidents or accidents. Emphasis will be on the cognitive interviewing technique to maximize the amount and quality of information obtained during investigative interviews. Day 2: Cognitive Interviewing for Accident Investigators - ADVANCED...

The course will teach participants what to expect in the days immediately following an aviation accident or incident and how they can prepare for their role with the media.

Three courses in one training event – two days of photography instruction and practical exercises in addition to one day of digital image processing. Day One – Technical Photography The principles of digital imaging will be explained and demonstrated. Participants will create images to apply techniques discussed in class. Participants should be familiar with the operation of their digital camera prior to attending the course. Day T...

This course is designed specifically for the emergency management, law enforcement, and medicolegal communities. In the wake of public transportation disasters, victim recovery and identification operations require a multiagency response. Success depends on the ability of these agencies to engage in a collaborative effort during the planning, operational, and draw-down phases of the response. This course examines the core principles for managi...

This course provides participants with a comprehensive overview of the procedures and methods used and the skills required to investigate an aircraft accident. Examples from recent NTSB investigations will be used to demonstrate particular aspects of the investigative process. Overview Site documentation and management Operational and mechanical aspects of aircraft performance Turbine and reciprocating engines Fire and explosions Fracture reco...

Developed for commercial transportation officials, representatives of federal agencies, staff of non-governmental relief organizations and emergency managers, this course is instrumental in understanding how any organization involved in the accident response can most effectively support the family assistance efforts. NTSB Transportation Disaster Assistance specialists, clinicians and other professionals will present a variety of disaster respo...