LE 425 - PC 832 Firearms

    Recent Professors
    David K. Whitham
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026
    Class Size
    24–30 students
    Difficulty
    5.9Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    0.5
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of LE 425
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course is a basic knowledge and skills course in firearms for peace officers newly assigned to carry a firearm in the course of their duties. Course includes skill development and assessment of fundamentals of shooting, firearms nomenclature, maintenance, and safety. Meets requirements for certification under California Penal Code section 832 for limited function peace officers to carry and use firearms as required by statute. Presented over three consecutive days including two full days on a local firing range. (F,S,U)
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Wed 1:00pm–5:00pm, Mon Tue Wed 8:00am–12:00pm, Mon Tue Sun 1:00pm–5:00pm, Mon Tue Sun 8:00am–12:00pm