Course: AJS155 First Term: 1995 Fall
Final Term: Current
Final Term: 2018 Summer
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Lec + Lab 2 Credit(s) 2 Period(s) 2 Load
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies | |||
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1. Identify and describe major historical issues related to the ownership/possession of firearms. (I)
2. Identify and describe the legal issues related to ownership and possession of firearms. (I) 3. Describe the law as it relates to carrying a concealed weapon. (I) 4. Describe the legal justification for the use of a firearm. (I) 5. Identify and describe the moral issues related to the use of firearms. (I) 6. Identify major contributing factors to accidental injuries and death attributed to firearms. (II) 7. Describe civil liabilities and moral obligations related to accidents with firearms. (II) 8. Describe factors relating to the safe possession of a handgun. (III) 9. Identify, describe and demonstrate major factors in the safe handling and use of a handgun. (III,VI) 10. Identify and explain safety rules for transporting a handgun in a vehicle. (III) 11. Describe and evaluate methods of storing handguns in the home. (III) 12. Identify major components of handguns and ammunition. (IV) 13. Demonstrate safety and proficiency in the use of a handgun. (V,VI) 14. Demonstrate and compare single-action vs. double-action firing of a handgun. (V) 15. Use appropriate utensils, materials, and techniques to properly and safely clean a handgun. (VII) 16. Describe the design and construction of holsters and identify necessary safety features. (VIII) 17. Demonstrate a safe and efficient drawing technique. (IX) | |||
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 | |||
I. Possession/Use of Handguns
A. Historical Issues B. Legal Issues/Possession 1. Definition of a Firearm 2. Ownership 3. Possession 4. Concealed Weapon Carry C. Legal Justification/Use 1. Unavoidability of Defense 2. Execution of Public Duty 3. Self Defense D. Moral Issues II. Accidental Injury and Death Related to Firearms A. Major Factors 1. Improper Handling 2. Improper Storage 3. Inadequate Maintenance and Repair 4. Inadequate Training B. Civil Liability C. Moral Obligations III. Handgun Safety A. Possession B. Handling C. Use D. Transportation in a Vehicle E. Storage in Home IV. Major Components A. Handguns B. Ammunition V. Discharging a Handgun A. Single Action Firing 1. Grip 2. Stance 3. Sight Alignment 4. Breath Control 5. Trigger Squeeze 6. Follow Through B. Double Action Firing 1. Grip 2. Stance 3. Sight Alignment 4. Breath Control 5. Trigger Squeeze 6. Follow Through C. Target Acquisition D. Speed vs. Accuracy VI. Range Practice A. Range Commands B. Range Rules C. Proficiency VII. Cleaning Weapons A. Utensils B. Solvents and Oils C. Techniques/Safety VIII. Holsters A. Design B. Construction C. Safety IX. Drawing Techniques A. Release B. Clear C. Positions 1. Ready 2. Firing | |||
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date:
4/25/1995 |