18 Questions
What is the main objective of the shotgun qualification course?
To demonstrate proficiency in shooting stages of fire
What is the minimum qualifying score required on the D.P.S. shotgun qualification course?
70%
What type of ammunition is required for the D.P.S. shotgun qualification course?
00 buckshot
How are shot holes scored on the silhouette target?
Both shot holes within the silhouette and those completely breaking the outline are scored as hits
What is the maximum size silhouette target allowable for the D.P.S. shotgun qualification course?
B-27 target
How many rounds of ammunition are required for the optional slug stage of fire?
10 rounds
How is the shooter's score determined on the D.P.S. shotgun qualification course?
By dividing total score hits divided by total possible
What is the total possible score if firing 9-shot 00-buck on the D.P.S. shotgun qualification course?
90 hits
What is the maximum possible points that can be scored in the entire shotgun qualification course?
100
What is the consequence of firing a shot from an incorrect position or after time has expired?
The maximum points possible from the missed shot are deducted from the shooter's score.
What is the minimum passing score for the shotgun qualification course?
70%
What is the first action the student must perform upon receiving the command to start the course?
Verbally and physically demonstrate how to unload, load, and operate the shotgun.
What is the condition of the shotgun at the start of Stage 1?
Four rounds in the magazine, chamber is empty, action is unlocked, and safety is on.
What is the time limit for Stage 2 of the course?
25 seconds
What is the student required to do after completing Stage 2?
Combat load 3 rounds of 00-buck.
What is the purpose of Stage 5 of the course?
To test the student's proficiency with rifled slugs.
What is the consequence of not achieving the minimum passing score?
The student is required to retake the entire course.
What is the method of movement between stages of fire dependent upon?
The academy's policies.
Study Notes
Firearms Shotgun Qualification
- The recruit will demonstrate proficiency in shooting stages of fire to test the fundamentals of shotgun shooting.
- The qualification score can be recorded as pass/fail for recordkeeping purposes.
Objectives
- Demonstrate proficiency in shooting stages of fire.
- Shooting a qualifying score of at least 70% on the D.P.S. qualification course.
Instruction
- The D.P.S. shotgun qualification course consists of four mandatory stages of fire utilizing "00" buckshot.
- An optional fifth stage of fire is available for those academies requiring the use of rifled slugs.
- The stages of fire are the same for students using pump-action and/or semi-automatic shotguns.
D.P.S. Shotgun Qualification Course
- The course requires 10 rounds of "00" buckshot ammunition, and 10 rifled slugs if firing the optional slug stage of fire.
- Various silhouette targets may be utilized, with a maximum size of the B-27 target.
- Shot holes within the silhouette and those breaking the outline will be scored as hits.
- Holes caused by the wadding will not be scored.
Scoring
- The shooter's score will be determined by dividing total score hits by total possible.
- If firing 9-shot 00-buck, the total possible would be 90 hits.
- If firing the slug stages, the total possible would be 100 hits (90 00-buck + 10 slugs).
- Shots fired from an incorrect position or after time has expired will be scored as a miss.
- The maximum points possible from the missed shot will be deducted from the shooter's final score.
Stage Requirements
- Stage 1: Distance = 18 yards, 2 shots in 10 seconds (standing and kneeling positions).
- Stage 2: Distance = 15 yards, 3 shots in 25 seconds (standing and kneeling positions, with reload).
- Stage 3: Distance = 10 yards, 3 shots in 15 seconds (standing position).
- Stage 4: Distance = 8 yards, 2 shots in 5 seconds (standing position).
- Stage 5 (Optional): Distance = 35 yards, 3 shots in 15 seconds (standing and kneeling positions, rifled slugs).
Additional Notes
- The student will verbally and physically demonstrate how to properly unload, load, and operate the shotgun being used.
- The student will load the shotgun with four rounds of "00" buckshot in the Cruiser Ready position before firing the first stage.
This lesson plan is designed to evaluate the proficiency of firearms training, specifically in shotgun shooting. Recruits will demonstrate their skills in shooting stages of fire, which will be scored on a numerical value system. The objective is to demonstrate proficiency in firearms training.
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