SketchCop® Academy
We are the training platform for SketchCop®’s signature course – Killer Images – “Creating Digital Faces for Law Enforcement.” Our goal is to train the next generation of digital police sketch artists.
Our courses offer a unique opportunity for law enforcement professionals to apply their art skills or add an ancillary skill to their careers in law enforcement or forensics, empowering them to enhance their skills and stay ahead in their field.
- Law enforcement training for those using our SketchCop® Facial Composite System software app
- Experienced forensic artists may also attend our training as an opportunity to enhance their skills.
- World-renowned Forensic Facial Imaging Expert Michael W. Streed develops and teaches all courses.
- For a schedule of upcoming webinars and live training, consult our Upcoming Events Calendar. For self-paced SketchCop® Academy courses, click here.
Will You Be Attending a 'LIVE' SketchCop® Webinar?
We encourage you to take a moment to download the required app and review the minimum system requirements below. This will ensure that you are fully prepared and ready to make the most of your SketchCop® Academy experience.
Download the ZOOM App
Supported operating systems
- macOS X with macOS X (10.11) or later
- Windows 11
- Windows 10
Note: Devices running Windows 10 must run Windows 10 Home, Pro, or Enterprise. S Mode is not supported. - Windows 8 or 8.1
- Windows 7
- Ubuntu 12.04 or higher
- Mint 17.1 or higher
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.0 or higher
- Oracle Linux 8.0 or higher
- CentOS 8 or higher
- Fedora 21 or higher
- OpenSUSE 13.2 or higher
- ArchLinux (64-bit only)
Note: On Windows devices, Zoom utilizes WebView2 and Chromium Embedded Framework (CEF) for certain features. If not available, these are downloaded automatically by Zoom, but admins should ensure these are whitelisted on managed devices.
Supported tablet devices
- Surface PRO 2 or higher, running Windows 8.1 or higher
Notes: - Tablet PCs running Windows 10 must run Windows 10 Home, Pro, or Enterprise. S Mode is not supported.
- Tablet PCs only support the desktop client.
Supported web browsers
- Desktop
- Chrome: Within 2 versions of current version
- Firefox: Within 2 versions of current version
- Edge: Within 2 versions of current version
- Safari: Within 2 versions of current version
- Mobile
- Safari: Within 2 versions of current version
- Chrome: Within 2 versions of current version
- Firefox: Within 2 versions of current version
As an example, if the current version of Chrome is 111, then Zoom supports versions 109, 110, and 111. As new versions are released, the minimum version will also follow behind by 2 versions.
Internet connection
- Computer: 1 Mbps or better (broadband recommended) (See How much bandwidth is used during a session)
- Mobile device & Chromebook: 3G or better (WiFi recommended for VoIP audio)
Software
- ZOOM desktop app (JavaScript enabled)
- ZOOM app from the Apple Store, Google Play Store, or Windows Store
Hardware
- 2GB of RAM (minimum), 4GB or more of RAM (recommended)
- Webcam device (if sharing)
- Microphone and speakers (USB headset recommended)**
Mobile device
- iPhone 5 or newer
- iPad 3rd gen or newer
Note: ** Note: Most devices have built-in speakers, but you will get better audio quality while connected via VoIP if you use a headset. You can also use your phone to dial in and connect to audio.