Maricopa Community Colleges  AJS151   19956-99999 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 04/25/95
AJS151 19956-99999 L+L 1 Credit(s) 1 Period(s)
Firearms I
Moral aspects, legal provisions, safety precautions and restrictions covering the use of firearms, and the firing of sidearms and shotguns. Prerequisites: None.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
AJS151   19956-99999 Firearms I
1. Describe the history of firearms. (I)
2. Describe the culpable mental states involving firearm use. (II)
3. Describe the legal justification for the use of firearms. (II)
4. Demonstrate the safe use of firearms. (III)
5. Demonstrate proficiency in firearm use. (IV)
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AJS151   19956-99999 Firearms I
    I. History of firearms
        A. Ignition of ammunition
        B. Matchlock and wheel lock systems
        C. Flint lock
        D. Colt
      II. Legal and civil liability
          A. Arizona Revised Statute 13-105.12 (definition of a firearm)
          B. ARS 13-105.5 (culpable mental state)
            1. Reckless
            2. Intentional
            3. Negligent
          C. Legal justification for use of firearms
            1. Unavoidability of defense
            2. Execution of public duty
            3. Self-defense
        III. Firearm safety
            A. Parts of a pistol/long weapon
            B. Parts of a bullet
            C. Cleaning and maintenance
            D. Storage
              1. Home
              2. Vehicle
          IV. Shooting techniques
              A. Sight, grip, stance
              B. Practical range exercise
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