This intensive five-day course is designed for experienced law enforcement snipers tasked with launching or maintaining an extensive caliber rifle program within their agency. Focusing on .50 BMG and .338 Lapua Magnum platforms, the curriculum addresses the growing need for vehicle interdiction and long-range overwatch in SWAT and counter-terror operations.
Designed as a Train-the-Trainer format, this course prioritizes both instructional development and operational proficiency. Students will conduct teach-backs, pass rigorous large-caliber standards, and leave equipped to build sustainable departmental programs with proper safety, deployment, and qualification procedures in place.
Key Training Topics:
- Large Caliber Rifle deployment in SWAT & overwatch ops
- Terminal ballistics and vehicle interdiction (animate/inanimate targets)
- Overpressure, acoustic exposure, and range safety considerations
- Ammunition selection, qualification course design, and sustainment strategies
- Case studies on LE and criminal use of .50/338 platforms
Required Gear:
- Large caliber rifle (.50 BMG bolt/semi or .338 LM bolt-action only)
- 200 rounds of match-grade ammo (no XM33C or foreign surplus)
- Quality tripod/support system
- Sniper kit, double hearing protection, and variable optic (no red dots)
Pre-requisite:
Completion of a reputable introductory sniper course is required. Advanced sniper coursework preferred. Only rifles in original, manufacturer-certified condition will be accepted. This course is restricted to active law enforcement and military professionals.
Certification:
- Instructor certification is valid for 3 years.
- TCOLE Approved Course #3324.
Build, lead, and sustain your agency’s large-caliber rifle capability. Instructor-level certification included.
