LE Sniper/Designated Marksman Course

Topics Covered:

Classroom

• Safety
• Marksmanship and Handling
• Optics
• Zeroing
• Data Book
• Rifle Maintenance
• Ballistics and Ballistic Tables
• Environmental and other Effects 
•  Range Estimation
• Cover, Concealment and Hides
• Observation
• Moving Targets
• Low Light Operations
• Sniper/DM Mindset
• Legal, Use of Force Considerations
• Equipment

Range

1. Zeroing, 25, 50, 75, 100, 200 & 300 yards
2. Cold Bore
3. Box and Tracking Drill
4. traditional and Unconventional Positions
5. Competitions
6. KIMS Game
7. Head and Hostage Engagement 3D Targets
8. Moving and Bobbing Targets
9. Team Decision Making Drills
10. Cover, Concealment and Hides
11. Rapid Deployment
12. Stalk
13. Command Fire
14. Stress Drills
15. Multiple Threats
16. Low Light Engagement 
17. Shooting Through Objects, Glass Etc
18. Observation Drills
19. Unk. Distance
20. Rooftop Deployment
21. Unstable Platform
22. Plus Many More!

Ammunition/Gear Requirement - 400 Rifle Rounds, Any and All Gear Related to Sniper/Designated Marksman Operations that the Student Has.  This Course Will Help The Student Know What They Will Need For Their Duties Specific For their Deployment With Their Agency. Eye and Ear Protection and Appropriate Clothing.