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Tactical

Special Concerns
SWAT Operator I Students must bring with them (materials required):
handgun with at least three magazines, 700 rounds
practice ammunition for handgun, tactical belt and
holster, long gun (SMG/Carbine/Shotgun) with at least
Who Should Attend three magazines, 700 round practice ammunition for
This course is exclusively designed for law enforcement long-gun, fl ashlight, tactical clothing, rain gear, body
offi cers assigned to a Special Weapons and Tactics Team. armor, gas mask with fi lter, hearing/eye protection, billed
The course design makes it applicable to both new and ball cap and ballistic helmet.
veteran operators seeking a structured week of training.
Optional items that will enhance your training: Any
Course Goal specialized item, tool or device utilized by your
To expose the student to basic individual skills and agency that will enhance your training.
fundamentals of working as part of a team during the
deployment of a SWAT related operation. Course Coordinator
Rodney Harris
Course Objectives
The student will be able to: Length of Course
➤ Discuss the basic structure of a SWAT team and Five days (50 hours)
distinguish between the responsibilities of each team
member.
➤ Identify key components of the distraction device LIMIT 3 STUDENTS
and demonstrate proper handling and employment PER DEPARTMENT.
techniques.
➤ Safely demonstrate the ability to manipulate and
operate both primary and secondary weapon systems
in a tactical manner during training exercises on the
fi ring range.
➤ Demonstrate the ability to effectively shoot a fi rearm
while wearing a gas mask.
➤ Successfully breach a door in a tactical setting.
➤ Execute a slow and deliberate entry as part of a team.
➤ Discuss legal issues that apply to tactical operations
involving SWAT teams.

Methodologies
This course employs lecture, discussion, demonstrations
and practical exercises.
Course Requirements
The student must be a certifi ed law enforcement offi cer or
currently serving as a member of the United States Armed
Forces. Attendance is required at all class sessions.
Students are expected to successfully complete all
practical exercises. The student must score an 80% or
greater on the SWAT Operator written exam. Student
must be on an active SWAT team to be approved.

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