Program Requirements
Criminal History Requirements
Please be aware Gunsmithing and Firearms Technology program applicants must complete additional paperwork regarding criminal background checks to be accepted into the program.
ALL applicants must complete:
- PTCC Checklist/Requirements Form.
- Additionally, applicants must complete a state form:
Gunsmithing and Firearms Technology Diploma -35 credits
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Technical Education Electives | ||
| GSTP 1202 | Rifle Design and Function | 3 |
| GSTP 1204 | Shotgun Design and Function | 3 |
| GSTP 1215 | Accessories Installation | 2 |
| GSTP 1217 | Firearms Business | 2 |
| GSTP 1240 | Semiautomatic Design and Theory | 3 |
| GSTP 1250 | Handgun Design and Theory | 4 |
| MTTP 1208 | Measuring Tools | 1 |
| MTTP 1241 | Introduction to Computer Aided Design - CAD | 3 |
| MTTP 1245 | Machining Fundamentals I | 4 |
| Required General Education Electives | ||
| ENGL 1276 | College Composition | 4 |
| MnTC | Goal Area - Any | |
Gunsmithing and Firearms Technology AAS Degree - additional 35 credits - total 70 credits
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Technical Credits | ||
| GSTP 1225 | Welding, Soldering, and Brazing | 2 |
| GSTP 1235 | Metallurgy & Heat Treating | 1 |
| GSTP 2210 | Tooling & Fixturing | 4 |
| GSTP 2230 | Barreling and Chambering | 4 |
| GSTP 2233 | Firearm Finishes | 4 |
| GSTP 2267 | One Piece Stockmaking | 3 |
| GSTP 2269 | Two-Piece Stockmaking | 3 |
| GSTP 2270 | Shotgunsmithing | 3 |
| GSTP 2280 | Riflesmithing | 3 |
| MTTP 1261 | Introduction to Computer Aided Manufacturing - CAM | 2 |
| Required General Education Electives | ||
| MnTC 08 | Goal Area 8 - Global Perspective | |
| PHIL 1220 | Human Ethics | 3 |