Chabot College Fall 2008
Course Outline for Administration of Justice 91
RESERVE MODULE A: FIREARMS
Catalog Description:
91-Reserve Module A: Firearms 1-1/2 Units
Fire arm training with ethical considerations concerning the use of firearms and firearms safety. Techniques of shooting range qualification. Prerequisite: Administration of Justice 90 (completed with a grade of C or higher). 24 hours.
[Typical contact hours: 24]
Prerequisite Skills:
Before entering the course, the student should be able to:
1. list the former and the revised requirements of PC 832;
2. reflect on the difference between values and ethics and the application of ethical conduct;
3. list the principal parts of PC 836 and 837;
4. describe the application of the laws of evidence;
5. explain the methods of arrest;
6. demonstrate the primary techniques of investigation and good written and verbal communication.
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to:
1. describe and demonstrate firearm safety;
2. identify major parts and functions of firearms safety;
3. demonstrate proper care and cleaning of handgun;
4. use appropriate shooting positions;
5. qualify on the firing range.
Course Content:
1. Firearms
a. Firearms safety - safe handling of handguns
b. Handgun Familiarization - major parts and functions of semi-automatic and revolver handguns
c. Care and Cleaning - proper care and cleaning of handgun
2. Firearms Shooting Principles
a. Principles of Good Marksmanship
1) stance
2) grip
3) breath control
4) sight alignment
5) trigger control
6) follow-through
7) point shoulder
b. Shooting Positions
1) crouch
2) barricade (strong and weak hand)
3) prone
4) kneeling
5) hip
3. Firearms Range - demonstration/practice
Chabot College
Course Outline for Administration of Justice 91, Page 2
Fall 2008
Methods of Presentation:
1. Lecture and discussion
2. Audio-visual aides
3. Demonstration/practice
Assignment and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
1. Typical Assignments
a. Watch a police video demonstrating proper use of a semiautomatic pistol. Students will then be asked to diagram all of the steps in proper handling of this weapon.
b. Watch a police video demonstrating proper use of a revolver. Students will then be asked to diagram all of the steps in proper handling of a revolver.
c. Create a two- to three-page handbook on proper inspection, cleaning and maintenance of a handgun that could be used for training purposes.
2. Methods of Evaluating Student Progress
a. Daylight handgun combat range
b. Quizzes, midterm and achieving a Peace Officers Safety and Training (POST) passing score.
c. Create a training handbook.
d. Watch police video in class and give group critique of improper handling of a firearm.
e. Final examination
Textbook(s) (Typical):
No textbook required
Special Student Materials:
None.
csAJ91CourseOutline
Revised: 11/09/07