Duration: 2 Days
This course will inform the concerned citizen on methods of protecting the home front. Students will receive classroom instruction and will engage in shoot/no-shoot, force-on-force realistic scenarios based on actual events that have occurred, and where their decision-making process will be explored and tested. This is not a basic firearms course, but rather provides training for the time when use of a firearm becomes the only option.
The course is designed to make students more aware of personal security whether at home or away, and increase awareness of considerations in protecting self and family members.
Topics
- Use of force
- Security of firearms at home and away
- Away-from-home considerations
- Gear and firearms
- Mindset and indications of mental state
- Basic room-clearing techniques for the homeowner
- Force-on-force scenarios
- Ballistic protection at home and away
- Dealing with the police
pre-Requisites
Gear requirement
- Belt
- Flashlight
- Ear protection
- Clothing appropriate for climate and conditions
- Rain gear
- A water bottle or other hydration system
- Cover garment for concealed draw is highly recommended
Method of instruction
This course is taught using 25 percent classroom lecture and 75 percent practical instruction.
Skill Prerequisites
Basic pistol marksmanship/familiarization course. This is not a marksmanship course. Handling skills are required prior to attending class.
In this one-day M1911 Handgun Armorer course, students will acquire the basic armorer skills for this historic and popular firearm system. Students will discuss the history of this famous firearm then learn how to diagnose and repair malfunctions, perform function checks and return firearms to military specifications.
Topics
- History of the M1911/M1911A1
- Function of parts
- Technical specifications
- Clearance, loading and unloading procedures
- Field stripping
- Operating principles
- Cycle of operation
- Disassembling and assembling the firearm system
- Troubleshooting
- Cleaning, maintenance and lubrication
- Practical exam
Gear
All firearms and armorer tools used in the course will be provided by Constellis.
Prerequisites
Familiarity with 1911 platforms
Ammunition Requirements
None.
In this one-day M1911 Handgun Armorer course, students will acquire the basic armorer skills for this historic and popular firearm system. Students will discuss the history of this famous firearm then learn how to diagnose and repair malfunctions, perform function checks and return firearms to military specifications.
Topics
- History of the M1911/M1911A1
- Function of parts
- Technical specifications
- Clearance, loading and unloading procedures
- Field stripping
- Operating principles
- Cycle of operation
- Disassembling and assembling the firearm system
- Troubleshooting
- Cleaning, maintenance and lubrication
- Practical exam
Gear
All firearms and armorer tools used in the course will be provided by Constellis.
Prerequisites
Familiarity with 1911 platforms
Ammunition Requirements
None.
In this one-day M1911 Handgun Armorer course, students will acquire the basic armorer skills for this historic and popular firearm system. Students will discuss the history of this famous firearm then learn how to diagnose and repair malfunctions, perform function checks and return firearms to military specifications.
Topics
- History of the M1911/M1911A1
- Function of parts
- Technical specifications
- Clearance, loading and unloading procedures
- Field stripping
- Operating principles
- Cycle of operation
- Disassembling and assembling the firearm system
- Troubleshooting
- Cleaning, maintenance and lubrication
- Practical exam
Gear
All firearms and armorer tools used in the course will be provided by Constellis.
Prerequisites
Familiarity with 1911 platforms
Ammunition Requirements
None.
Our AR-15/M-16 armorer course in the premier armorer course in the United States and the benchmark certification for the industry. This two-day course is designed for professionals who seek the designation of AR-15/M-16 armorer. It covers the AR-15/M-16 platforms and provides instruction on how to diagnose and repair malfunctions, return firearms to military specifications, perform function inspections, check headspace and more.
Topics
- History of the AR-15/M16 rifle
- Function of the five major assemblies
- Clearance, loading and unloading procedures
- Field stripping the rifle
- Function check
- Gas operating system
- Cycle of operation
- Difference between semi-automatic and automatic parts
- Legal barrel length with or without a permanent flash suppressor
- Disassembling and assembling lower receiver group to include stock
- Disassembling and assembling bolt carrier group
- Disassembling and assembling upper receiver group
- Bullet trajectory and battle sight zero
- Headspacing
- Barrel replacement
- Cleaning, maintenance and lubrication
Gear
All firearms and armorer tools used in the course will be provided by Constellis.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge and familiarity of AR15/M16 platforms
Ammunition Requirements
None.
Our AR-15/M-16 armorer course in the premier armorer course in the United States and the benchmark certification for the industry. This two-day course is designed for professionals who seek the designation of AR-15/M-16 armorer. It covers the AR-15/M-16 platforms and provides instruction on how to diagnose and repair malfunctions, return firearms to military specifications, perform function inspections, check headspace and more.
Topics
- History of the AR-15/M16 rifle
- Function of the five major assemblies
- Clearance, loading and unloading procedures
- Field stripping the rifle
- Function check
- Gas operating system
- Cycle of operation
- Difference between semi-automatic and automatic parts
- Legal barrel length with or without a permanent flash suppressor
- Disassembling and assembling lower receiver group to include stock
- Disassembling and assembling bolt carrier group
- Disassembling and assembling upper receiver group
- Bullet trajectory and battle sight zero
- Headspacing
- Barrel replacement
- Cleaning, maintenance and lubrication
Gear
All firearms and armorer tools used in the course will be provided by Constellis.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge and familiarity of AR15/M16 platforms
Ammunition Requirements
None.
Our AR-15/M-16 armorer course in the premier armorer course in the United States and the benchmark certification for the industry. This two-day course is designed for professionals who seek the designation of AR-15/M-16 armorer. It covers the AR-15/M-16 platforms and provides instruction on how to diagnose and repair malfunctions, return firearms to military specifications, perform function inspections, check headspace and more.
Topics
- History of the AR-15/M16 rifle
- Function of the five major assemblies
- Clearance, loading and unloading procedures
- Field stripping the rifle
- Function check
- Gas operating system
- Cycle of operation
- Difference between semi-automatic and automatic parts
- Legal barrel length with or without a permanent flash suppressor
- Disassembling and assembling lower receiver group to include stock
- Disassembling and assembling bolt carrier group
- Disassembling and assembling upper receiver group
- Bullet trajectory and battle sight zero
- Headspacing
- Barrel replacement
- Cleaning, maintenance and lubrication
Gear
All firearms and armorer tools used in the course will be provided by Constellis.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge and familiarity of AR15/M16 platforms
Ammunition Requirements
None.
Our AR-15/M-16 armorer course in the premier armorer course in the United States and the benchmark certification for the industry. This two-day course is designed for professionals who seek the designation of AR-15/M-16 armorer. It covers the AR-15/M-16 platforms and provides instruction on how to diagnose and repair malfunctions, return firearms to military specifications, perform function inspections, check headspace and more.
Topics
- History of the AR-15/M16 rifle
- Function of the five major assemblies
- Clearance, loading and unloading procedures
- Field stripping the rifle
- Function check
- Gas operating system
- Cycle of operation
- Difference between semi-automatic and automatic parts
- Legal barrel length with or without a permanent flash suppressor
- Disassembling and assembling lower receiver group to include stock
- Disassembling and assembling bolt carrier group
- Disassembling and assembling upper receiver group
- Bullet trajectory and battle sight zero
- Headspacing
- Barrel replacement
- Cleaning, maintenance and lubrication
Gear
All firearms and armorer tools used in the course will be provided by Constellis.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge and familiarity of AR15/M16 platforms
Ammunition Requirements
None.
Our AR-15/M-16 armorer course in the premier armorer course in the United States and the benchmark certification for the industry. This two-day course is designed for professionals who seek the designation of AR-15/M-16 armorer. It covers the AR-15/M-16 platforms and provides instruction on how to diagnose and repair malfunctions, return firearms to military specifications, perform function inspections, check headspace and more.
Topics
- History of the AR-15/M16 rifle
- Function of the five major assemblies
- Clearance, loading and unloading procedures
- Field stripping the rifle
- Function check
- Gas operating system
- Cycle of operation
- Difference between semi-automatic and automatic parts
- Legal barrel length with or without a permanent flash suppressor
- Disassembling and assembling lower receiver group to include stock
- Disassembling and assembling bolt carrier group
- Disassembling and assembling upper receiver group
- Bullet trajectory and battle sight zero
- Headspacing
- Barrel replacement
- Cleaning, maintenance and lubrication
Gear
All firearms and armorer tools used in the course will be provided by Constellis.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge and familiarity of AR15/M16 platforms
Ammunition Requirements
None.
Our AR-15/M-16 armorer course in the premier armorer course in the United States and the benchmark certification for the industry. This two-day course is designed for professionals who seek the designation of AR-15/M-16 armorer. It covers the AR-15/M-16 platforms and provides instruction on how to diagnose and repair malfunctions, return firearms to military specifications, perform function inspections, check headspace and more.
Topics
- History of the AR-15/M16 rifle
- Function of the five major assemblies
- Clearance, loading and unloading procedures
- Field stripping the rifle
- Function check
- Gas operating system
- Cycle of operation
- Difference between semi-automatic and automatic parts
- Legal barrel length with or without a permanent flash suppressor
- Disassembling and assembling lower receiver group to include stock
- Disassembling and assembling bolt carrier group
- Disassembling and assembling upper receiver group
- Bullet trajectory and battle sight zero
- Headspacing
- Barrel replacement
- Cleaning, maintenance and lubrication
Gear
All firearms and armorer tools used in the course will be provided by Constellis.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge and familiarity of AR15/M16 platforms
Ammunition Requirements
None.
