DATE TBD Precision Rifle ( LPVO DMR Scoped Patrol Rifle ) Course TCOLE # 3325

Course instruction provided by TCOLE Instructor Kirby Evans of GT Distributors 
Course Fee is $600.00. 
Course Dates: TBD  (This is a 3 day, 24hr course).
Course location: Corpus Christi, Texas

Free Onsite Lodging (For the first 15 students): Contact Kirby 512 673 0049 for details

Required ammunition: 

240rd match or duty rifle ammunition

300rd practice rifle ammunition 

Course description:

This Precision Rifle ( LPVO / DMR / SCOPED Patrol Rifle ) course TCOLE #3325 is designed by a veteran instructor to insure that the course material and precision rifle training meets TCOLE standards. This course is specifically designed for “Auto-Loading” rifles such as the AR15/AR10/AR180 style (patrol or DMR) rifles. This course will cover everything from rifle setup, gear selection, ballistics and data cards, scope nomenclature and usage, mil/moa scope adjustments, supported and positional shooting, engagement checklists and yardages from 5 yards to 425yards. This course was made with the Low Power Variable Optic ( PVO) mounted Patrol Rifle and Designated Marksman (DMR) rifle systems in mind. If you are looking to start a LPVO program or a DMR program then this course is a must. If you are wanting to run a magnified optic or magnifier above 5 power on duty then this is the course for you. This course will include patrol based drills and tips for utilizing a Scoped (or magnified) Patrol Rifle and DMR on duty. This course will enhance your knowledge/skill base and understanding. It will increase your repeatability of accuracy at distance. 

TCOLE credit will be posted by the host agency upon completion of course.

Course topics: 

Scoped Auto–Loading  (precision) rifles
Fundamentals of marksmanship for precision rifles
Near and far engagement checklists
Scope nomenclature and usage 
Back up Iron sights/Red dot sights
Proper Rifle setup
Rifle maintenance
Milliradian and MOA adjustments
Ballistic data/apps
Internal/external ballistics
Wind estimation techniques
Conventional positional shooting
Alternative shooting positions
How to build a proper shooting position
Max point blank range
Range estimation methods
Ballistic Data Truing
Precision rifle gear selection
Shooter mindset and performance
Course Prerequisites: 

Hold a TCOLE Peace Officer License

Recommended Equipment List: 

.223 Rem/5.56 Nato, 6mm, 6.5 Creedmoor, 308 or similar caliber precision rifle capable of 2 MOA accuracy out to at least 600 yards***
No calibers over 300 Win Mag
Minimum 240 rounds of Match ammunition 
Quality scope with adjustable turrets and MIL or MOA reticle
Bipod
Rifle Sling
Rear Bag
Cleaning kit
Pen, pencil, highlighter
Notebook
Calculator
Eye and ear protection
Comfortable yet durable clothing (pants and long sleeved shirt recommended)
Durable footwear
Water
Food/Lunch to snack on throughout the day
Shooting Mat (if desired)
Sunscreen/bug repellent
Scopes

Important

Hunting Turrets: 

Generally, hunting type turrets which are covered by a cap are not suitable for long range precision work as they are not designed for frequent adjustment. We occasionally see these turrets fail during the course. They can be used if their elevation turret has a total elevation MOA range of 47 MOA for bolt action rifles and 65 minutes of angle for AR-10/15 platforms but the turret design is not optimal and is frustrating to adjust frequently.    

Tactical / Target Turrets: 

These turrets are purpose designed for long range work. Ergo: They are designed to be adjusted frequently and easily. The settings are external and easily read (some good options also have capped turrets). The turrets are rugged and precise, giving you the exact same elevation each time it is set to the same value.

Bipods:

Height adjustable, Cant and Swivel feature.
A front forearm support for the rifle is absolutely critical. A bag works well but a bipod is highly recommended. While we like Atlas bipods or Harris bipods (BRM-S models). Shooting with your reticle vertical is essential and a swivel feature allows you to very easily cant the rifle so the reticle is vertical. Look for bipods with a swivel feature. 

Rear Bags:

Sufficient height (recommend 3 inches minimum when set on at least one side - 4 inches is better.
Firm but packed loosely enough to allow fine adjustments by squeezing the bag. 
Rear bags are used under the stock for fine height adjustments. Typically, they are pushed, pulled, and squeezed under the rear stock to effect fine adjustments in height to establish the reticle crosshairs on the target with no muscular input required once the bag is set. 

AR15/AR10/AR180 rifles:

AR15/AR10 rifle are allowed in the course (this course is designed around the patrol rifle) with a 2 MOA accuracy capability. Please factor that in when deciding what rifle system to bring to the course. Auto loading AR15/AR10 style rifle require much more shooter input to compete with the accuracy of bolt actions. This is due to the AR15 gas system and the three different recoil impulses (vs. one recoil impulse w/a bolt action).

 It is important that the equipment (rifle, scope, ammunition) that you are using for our events consistently meet the accuracy and adjustability requirements.  Our courses are fast paced and we don’t want you or others slowed or potentially limited by the wrong equipment.   If you have any doubt or just want to check with us, please contact us.  Once the class begins it’s harder to fix any deficiencies. 

Payments: contact Octavio.Montalvo@gtdist.com  512-451-8295 ext. 1209 for payments of courses via (individual or agency) check, credit card or purchase order made payable to G T Distributors. 

A non-refundable deposit of $300.00 will be required to hold a slot in the course if the course is not paid in full. 
Full payment must be completed 30 days prior to the start of the course. 
GT’s requires a minimum of 30 days cancelation notification to be given via email for anyone who has fully paid but can’t attend the course. This will need to be completed to be credited the refundable portion of the course fees. Any course cancelation notices via text or by phone will not be accepted.
Cancelations less than 30 days are non-refundable 

You will need the following information.

Name as it shows on TCOLE
TCOLE PID #
DOB
Agency
Contact number and email
Payment method   

For course related questions please contact Instructor Kirby Evans at kirby.evans@gtdist.com cell: 512-673-0049