This course is intended to provide law enforcement officers the training to successfully engage deadly force targets at distances up to 300 yards utilizing a Designated Patrol Rifle (DMR). This is not a SWAT sniper course as participants will be using an “improved” patrol rifle. A DMR will allow law enforcement officers the ability to engage threats at extended distances and/or provide overwatch while other resources are implemented.

Prerequisite

This is a law enforcement course, and applicants should be currently employed as a law enforcement officer. The successful completion of a basic AR15 platform carbine/rifle user course is required.

Course Outline

This course will address the following topics.

• DMR Weapons
• DMR Optics
• DMR Accessory Considerations
• Zeroing and Range Estimation
• Fundamentals of Marksmanship
• Weapon Management
• Conventional and Unconventional Shooting Positions
• Ballistics
• Dim Light Shooting
• Use of Force Considerations

• AR15 Style of Weapon (5.6 mm or .223)
• Magnified Optic (ie 1-4X, 1-6X or 1-8X), True 1X for conventional shooting
• Weapon Mounted Light (Cloud Defensive Rein, Surefire Scout etc)
• Weapon Mounted Bi Pod Recommended
• 3 Magazines (at least one 20 round magazine for prone position shooting)
• Standard duty belt with handgun, (3) magazines, flashlight etc
• Eye and Ear Protection
• Ballistic Vest (Soft Armor)
• Note Taking Material
• Appropriate Clothing for Weather Conditions
• Accessory Considerations (Small Pack, Sunscreen etc)
• Approximately 800 Rounds of ammunition that will function accurately in your weapon