Lesson 1Trip segmentation and geo-fence events: start/stop detection, dwell time, zone entry/exitLearn how raw location points are grouped into trips and stops using speed, ignition, and geofences. It covers start and stop detection, dwell time, zone entry and exit events, and setup choices for different fleets across Namibia.
Trip start and stop detection logicStop and dwell time computationGeofence types and shape modelingZone entry, exit, and dwell eventsTuning thresholds for use casesLesson 2Vehicle diagnostics and fault codes (DTCs): reading, interpreting, and priority mappingExplore vehicle diagnostics and DTCs, including how codes are read, understood, and prioritised. Covers standard and manufacturer codes, severity levels, and processes for maintenance and remote fixing in remote areas.
OBD-II and J1939 DTC formatsReading and clearing fault codesMapping codes to componentsSeverity and priority classificationMaintenance and alert workflowsLesson 3Engine parameters via OBD-II/CAN: fuel level, fuel consumption, RPM, engine hoursLook at engine data from OBD-II and CAN, including fuel level, fuel use, RPM, and engine hours. Explains how these are gathered, standardised, and used for maintenance, efficiency checks, and driver behaviour insights.
OBD-II and CAN bus basicsSupported PIDs and parameter mappingFuel level and fuel consumption modelsRPM, load, and engine hours usageNormalization across vehicle brandsLesson 4Vehicle speed and heading: sources, accuracy, and sampling considerationsDetails vehicle speed and heading data, their sources, and sampling methods. Compares GNSS speed with wheel signals, discusses smoothing heading, and shows how these help with safety, routing, and analysis.
GNSS versus vehicle bus speedHeading, course over ground, and bearingSampling rate and aliasing issuesSpeed smoothing and spike removalUse in routing, safety, and scoringLesson 5Auxiliary sensors and inputs: temperature sensors, cargo sensors, PTO, seatbelt statusExamines extra sensors and inputs like temperature, cargo, PTO, and seatbelt status. Explains wiring, calibration, and how these improve telematics data for cold chain, safety, and usage analysis.
Digital and analog input wiringTemperature and cold chain monitoringCargo and door cargo sensorsPTO engagement and work hoursSeatbelt and safety interlocksLesson 6Door status, ignition on/off, and odometer: uses for utilisation and billingCovers door, ignition, and odometer signals and their role in utilisation, billing, and security. Explains sources, debouncing, tamper checks, and combining with GPS for trips and usage metrics.
Ignition sources and on/off detectionDoor open/close and security use casesOdometer sources and drift handlingTrip-based utilization and billingTamper and misuse detection rulesLesson 7Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) principles and position fixes (latitude, longitude, timestamp)Introduces GNSS basics and how receivers calculate position, time, and speed. Details latitude, longitude, altitude, timestamp, plus precision measures, fix quality, and benefits of multiple satellite systems for telematics.
GNSS constellations and signalsTime-of-flight and trilateration basicsLatitude, longitude, and altitude fieldsFix quality, DOP, and satellites usedTimestamping and time synchronizationLesson 8Data quality attributes: timestamps, sampling interval, accuracy, precision, and plausibility checksFocuses on data quality in telematics streams, covering timestamps, sampling rates, accuracy, precision, and checks for impossible values. Shows how to spot gaps, noise, and errors to better analytics and reports.
Timestamp sources and clock driftSampling interval and resamplingAccuracy, precision, and resolutionOutlier and plausibility detectionHandling gaps and corrupted recordsLesson 9Accelerometer and event detection: harsh braking, acceleration, cornering, rolloverDescribes accelerometer data and detecting events like harsh braking, acceleration, cornering, and rollover. Covers axes, calibration, filtering, thresholds, and linking to safety scores and alerts.
Accelerometer axes and orientationFiltering noise and sensor driftHarsh braking and acceleration rulesCornering and lateral g-force eventsRollover detection and crash flagsLesson 10Driver ID and driver log integration: linking events to drivers and duty timesExplains integrating driver ID and logs with telematics data. Covers keyfobs, RFID, app IDs, linking events to drivers, duty times, and following hours-of-service rules.
Driver ID methods and hardwarePairing drivers with vehiclesLinking events to specific driversDuty status and hours-of-serviceReporting and compliance audits
