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Defensive Designated Marksman
You Are Now the Most Reliable Marksman in Your Unit. Be Sure You Understand the Elevated Responsibility.
Defensive Designated Marksman Course Overview
Open To: 21 Years Of Age Or Older
Prerequisites: Must Be Law Enforcement Or Military In An Assigned Duty Billet
Course Length: 4 Days
Topics
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Rifle Marksmanship Fundamentals
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Field Firing Positions
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Understanding Minute of Angle (MOA) & MILS
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Scope Theory
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Observation Techniques
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Range Estimation
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Determine Wind Direction & Velocity
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Target Detection & Identification
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Ballistics
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Multiple Target Engagement
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High-Angle Target Engagement
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Hide Selection
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Advance Overwatch Techniques
What To Bring
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Weapon System Capable of 1 MOA Accuracy
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Optical System w/ MOA or MIL Based Reticle
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250+ Rounds of Ammo
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Elbow & Knee Pads
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Minimum of 2 Magazines
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Precision Rifle Data Notebook
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Hearing & Eye Protection
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Bipod
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Cleaning Gear
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Binoculars/Spotting Scope
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Rifle Tripod (recommended)
Course Description
As the Defensive Designated Marksman, your responsibility is to ensure safety of the chosen venue, conduct surveillance, and provide overwatch of your assigned detail or unit. To do this effectively you must fully understand MOA, and MILS measurements, and be able to use them on the fly, in high-stakes settings.
At the end of this course you will: readily employ counter-surveillance, have a comprehension of advanced ballistics, choose advantageous hide sites, and be able to identify, and rapidly engage multiple targets at various distances.
Things To Consider
You will be instructed by a Retired Marine Scout Sniper, with 20+ years of military experience in long-range shooting. He is a true master of his trade, and is known for his patience, and skill as a teacher.
