ARMORER-LEVEL DISASSEMBLY

• Component analysis & inspection procedures
• Field stripping & reassembly
• Detail disassembly
• Repair parts & specialty tools
• Special maintenance requirements
• Assembly & function checks

WEAPON SPECS & DIAGNOSTICS

• Options / alternate parts
• Model variations
• Maintenance and inspection of weapon components
• Identification and replacement of worn or broken parts
• Care, cleaning and lubrication
• Field maintenance
• Cycle of operation
• Malfunctions and troubleshooting, including immediate and remedial actions

During the course, participation in range drills is utilized to reinforce classroom instruction. Instructors focus on field-expedient maintenance methods to assist armorers/operators both in the field and on the range. These intense drills develop the ability to troubleshoot and fix a firearm when necessary to keep it functioning.

RANGE DRILLS

• Proper loading and unloading procedures
• Zeroing procedures
• Malfunction drills
• Field-expedient maintenance
• Reloads
• Performance under stress