FT 203 - Advanced Firearms Modification

Credit(s): 3

Prerequisite(s): acceptance into the Firearms Technologies program or instructor’s consent.
This course is a study of advanced gunsmith practices that are required in professional gunsmithing or firearms manufacturing. Topics will include choke tubes, barrel dent removal, back boring of shotgun barrels, barrel relining, bolt action feed, stuck cartridge removal, bolt face repair and modification, custom scope bases and sights. (Spring Semester)

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to

Make and install custom sights and scope mounts.
Set up and use specialty tooling to perform repairs and modifications to shotgun barrels.
Reline a barrel for an antique or collectable firearm.
Modify feeding in a bolt action to ensure reliability.
Show proficiency with extractor fit and bolt face configuration to ensure accuracy and reliability.