R4 Carbine Elements Theory 2 & Handgun Theory 2- Idaho Falls

Course Number: R4259

Course Description:

Carbine Elements Theory 2 (CET2) Course Description

Carbine Elements Theory 2 is designed to give the intermediate or advanced shooter the proper carbine fundamentals. Starting with mindset, the class focuses on the core foundation of accuracy, acceptable accuracy under dynamic stress.

Subjects Covered

• Life Safety Brief
• Proper gear selection and placement
• Establishing a proper zero
• 7 fundamentals (Accuracy Drills, Axis and Mechanics of Recoil)
• Acceptable Accuracy Drills
• Transition Shoulder Shooting Drills
• Reactive Movement Drills
• Running Drills
• Mindset Drills
• Improvised shooting positions with Transitional Shooting Drills
• Equipment List
• Intro 2-man and 4-man team movement
• Multiple threat engagements

Equipment List

Students provide their own ammo: 1400 rds of carbine and 200 rounds of Handgun ammo minimum. Multiple calibers may be used throughout this course. Drills can be modified to accommodate a lower round count.

Hardware – A functional and practical carbine or battle rifle chambered in 5.56×45, 5.45×39, 300 Blackout, 7.62×39, 7.62×51.  A secondary weapon (handgun) of choice. If available, a spare weapon system is also an excellent idea. A cleaning kit and tools that are compatible with the weapon system(s) in question is also a must. Each student should have a minimum of 5 working magazines.

• Note pad, and pen/pencil
• Clothing suited to strenuous activity as well as being seasonally appropriate
• Rain gear / cold weather gear (seasonal)
• Ear pro (electronic preferred) / Eye pro
• Baseball style hat recommended
• Proper belt to support equipment
• Carbine magazine pouches, Battle belt, or Chest rig
• Handgun (secondary weapon), magazines
• Tools that work on your weapon
• A holster and magazine pouch that will retain equipment when moving
• Weapons lube
• Water hydrating device
• Knee and elbow pads (optional)
• Gloves (optional)
• An open mind

Subjects Covered

• Life Safety Brief
• Proper gear selection and placement
• Establishing a proper zero
• 7 fundamentals (Accuracy Drills, Axis and Mechanics of Recoil)
• 3 Core Fundamentals
• Acceptable Accuracy Drills
• Balance of Speed and Accuracy
• Speed reloads / Tactical reloads
• Instinctive Shooting and Mindset Drills
• Malfunctions
• Movement Drills
• Improvised shooting positions

Handgun Elements Theory 2

Equipment List

Students provide their own ammo: 1400rds Handgun ammo minimum. Multiple calibers may be used throughout this course. Drills can be modified to accommodate a lower round count.

Hardware

A functional and practical handgun chambered in 9mm, .40 cal, or .45 ACP. If available, a spare weapon system is also an excellent idea. A cleaning kit and tools that are compatible with the weapon system(s) in question is also a must. Each student should have a minimum of 5 working magazines. Single stack drivers should have double.

• Note pad, and pen/pencil
• Clothing suited to strenuous activity as well as being seasonally appropriate
• Rain gear / cold weather gear (seasonal)
• Ear pro (electronic preferred) / Eye pro
• Baseball style hat recommended
• Proper belt to support equipment
• Tools that work on your weapon
• A holster and magazine pouch that will retain equipment when moving
• Weapons lube
• Water hydrating device
• Knee and elbow pads (optional)
• Gloves (optional)
• An open mind

Dates: July 25-28, 2022

Times: 0730-1600

Credit Hours: 32

Location: Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office/Idaho Falls Police Department Firing Range, approximately 8 miles north of Idaho Falls on US 20. Approximate GPS coordinates for the road access (turn right off US 20 if heading west from Idaho Falls) are 43.514001-112.202881 Follow the access back to the dead end. Range entrance will be to the left.

Cost: $695.00

(Attendees are responsible for meals, travel, and/or lodging)

Deadline:

Instructor(s): Chris Costa

Remarks: To register and obtain directions to the range, contact Idaho Falls PD Training Coordinator Lori Posey at lposey@idahofalls.gov or by phone at 208-612-8619. Once registered via email and invoice will be sent.