Pistol Mounted Optics Instructor Course

Course Description:

The Pistol Mounted Optic concept is not new. However, in the past decade technology has enhanced the reliability and durability of the handgun mounted optic for duty and self-defense purposes. Teaching new students to use the Pistol Mounted Optic (PMO) presents unique challenges. For example, many students have trouble simply acquiring the red dot with the dominant or non-dominant hand and while firing multiple shots. Performance-based training

techniques will be used throughout this Instructor level course to get maximum performance from the students.

Topics Covered:

• Review the types of red dots and mounting options
• Training considerations
• Policy considerations
• Daily Inspection and Maintenance considerations
• How to properly zero
• Advantages and limitations of a pistol mounted sight
• Marksmanship fundamentals review
• Holdover/offset
• Downed Optic Drills
• Variable Lighting Considerations
• Alternative Positions
• Using a pistol mounted optic around barriers
• Single Hand Shooting
• Multiple shot considerations
• Shooting on the move
• Multiple target engagement techniques
• Establishing performance-based training techniques

Equipment:

SIG SAUER will have on-hand (16) P320RX 9mm pistols (and associated holster, mag pouch) to accommodate those students who may not yet possess their own gear. If you have your own equipment (regardless of brand), you should bring it and use it. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to ask!

• Handgun with mounted optic
• Mag pouch
• Holster: Duty or OWB (no deep concealment holsters)
• If not using a duty holster (or borrowing ours) wear a decent belt
• Magazines: minimum 3
• Ammunition: 1000 rounds
• Ear and Eye protection
• Hydration
• Sunblock
• Sight adjustment tools
• Spare batteries for optic
• Knee and elbow pads/optional

Estimated Round Count: 1000 rounds of pistol ammunition (student/agency must provide)