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| Course: AJS153 First Term: 2018 Fall
Final Term: Current
Final Term: 9999
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| MCCCD Official Course Competencies | |||
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| 1. Describe moral and legal issues pertaining to the use of a handgun. (I)
2. Identify contributing factors to accidental injuries/death attributed to firearms. (II) 3. Describe factors related to safe possession of a firearm. (III) 4. Describe major points involved in shooter/gun handler etiquette. (III) 5. Identify and explain safety concerns that are unique to handgun handlers. (III) 6. Identify and explain safety rules for transporting a handgun in a vehicle. (III) 7. Describe and critique two major methods of storing handguns in the home. (III) 8. Identify major components of weapons and ammunition. (IV) 9. Demonstrate proper basic mechanics in accurately and safely discharging a handgun including: Acceptance of an open weapon grip, stance, sight alignment, breath control, trigger squeeze, and follow through. (V) 10. Compare advantages/disadvantages of single-action versus double-action firing of the weapon. (VI) 11. Demonstrate proper and safe cleaning of the weapon. (VII) 12. Demonstrate proficiency in safe handling and use of a revolver. (VIII) 13. Describe the safety design and construction of holsters. (IX) 14. Demonstrate the four stages of an efficient drawing technique. (X) | |||
| MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements. | |||
| MCCCD Official Course Outline | |||
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I. Handgun Use
A. Moral issues in the use of deadly force B. Legal issues in the use of deadly force C. Comparison of moral and legal principles II. Factors involved in accidental injuries/deaths due to firearms A. Civil liability B. Moral obligation C. Lack of training D. Owner-handler negligence E. Improper storage F. Improper repair and inadequate maintenance III. Safety Factors A. Factors involved in safe possession of firearms B. Shooter/gun handler etiquette C. Safety factors unique to handguns D. Transportation of handgun in a vehicle E. Proper storage of handguns in the home IV. Major Components of Weapons and Ammunition A. Weapons 1. Frame 2. Barrel 3. Trigger 4. Grip 5. Sights 6. Firing pin B. Ammunition 1. Case 2. Primer 3. Powder 4. Projectile V. Basic Mechanics of Discharging a Handgun A. Acceptance of open weapon B. Grip C. Stance D. Sight alignment E. Breath control F. Trigger squeeze G. Follow through VI. Comparison of single action and double action firing A. Sight alignment B. Trigger squeeze C. Breath control D. Master eye E. Target acquisition F. Balancing speed with accuracy VII. Cleaning of the weapon A. Use of proper cleaning utensils B. Use of necessary solvents and oils C. Demonstration of proper cleaning techniques VIII. Range of practice in safe handling and use of handguns A. Basic range commands B. Range rules C. Rangemasters` responsibilities D. Students` responsibilities IX. Safety design and construction of holsters A. Leather and ballistic nylon materials B. Safety straps and belts C. Proper holster to weapon fit D. Styles and use of holsters X. Efficient drawing techniques A. Release safety strap and firing grip B. Clear holster C. Ready position D. Firing position | |||
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: November 28, 2017 | |||