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33 courses with the subject GSM, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

GSM 1001GUNSMITIIlNG TOOLS 410

The.course is an introduction to the manufacture of tools used in the gunsmithing trade. The student will make a variety of gunsmith tools. Safety procedures will be stressed. GSM 1002 BASIC MACHINE PROCESSES 2 0 6 4 The student will be introduced to blueprint reading and machine shop safety. Included will be the proper use of lathes, milling machines, grinders, drill presses, and the power hacksaw. GSM 1003 F1REARMS BLUEING 2 0 9 5 The b1ueing of firearms will be taught in the course beginning with the hand polishing method and advancing to the four wheel polishing method. Immersion b1ueing procedure and formula will be taught. Disassembly and assembly of firearms is included.

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
10
Credits (max)
10
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
none none none
GSM 1002GUNSMITHING II

MACHINE TOOLS. (Cont.l Specialized training in machine tool operation continues and more sophisticated aspects of machine tool utilization are covered. Welding and brazing as well as hardening and tempering of metal are covered.

Subject
GSM
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
GSM 1001
GSM 1003Firearms Blueing 2· 0 95

GSM 1004 General Repair 3 0 9 6 T-BUS lll Small Business Operiltions 3 0 0 3 3rd Quarter - Spring

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
GSM 1004GENERAL REPAIR 3 O 96

Design and function Of firearms wiU be studied with emphasis placed on the diagnosis and correction of malfunctions.

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
none
GSM 1005RELOADING AND SIGHT MOUNTING 2 0 64

A study will be made of ballistics, bullet weight, and powder charges. Students will assemble reloading components into rifle, handgun, and shotgun ammunition. Installation of sights In- cluding one-piece mounts, two-piece mounts, side mounts, and target blocks will be studied. The student will learn to install receiver sights and open sights, and cut dovetails. The proper . techniques In the use of drilling, tapping, soft soldering, and silver soldering will be taught. Shotgun beads and the use of the bore sight will be covered. GSM 1006 BARREL THREADING AND CHAMBERING 3 0 9 6 The course will provide students with background infonnation on manufacturing procedures for barrels. The proper procedures for threading, setting the shoulder/shoulders, chambering, and head spacing to + zero tolerances are covered. Crowning, taper turning, contouring, and extractor cuts will be included. GSM 1007 STOCK MAKING: THROUGH BOLT STYLE 20 9 5 The design and layout of stocks-along with proper wood selections will be taught. The student will be required to build by hand one stock and foreann for the through bolt style receiver. Foreann construction will include standard or beavertail styles.

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
none none none
GSM 1006RARREL THREADING AND CHAMBERING 3 0 96

The course will provide students with background information on manufacturing proce- dures for barrels. The proper procedures for threading, setting the shoulder/shoulders, chambering, and head spacing to + zero tolerances are covered. Cro\vning, taper turning, contouring, and extractor cuts will be included; 86

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
none
GSM 1007Stock Making: Through Bolt Style 2 0 95

The d13:sign and layout of stocks along with proper wood selections)will·be t.aughl:~;,The-.>- - student will.be required to build by hand one stock and forearm for. the through:bolt.'.sfyle-· receiver. Forearm construction will-include standard,or beavertail styles. GSM !008 STOCK MAKING, TANG STYLE 2 0 12 6 The design and layout of stocks along with proper wood selection will be taught. The student will be required to build by hand one stock and forearm for the tang style receiver. Forearm construction will include standard or beavertail style.

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
none none
GSM 1008STOCK MAKING: TANG STYLE 2 0 126

The design and layout of stocks along with proper wood selection will be taught The student will be required to build by hand one stock and forearm for the tang style receiver. Foreann construction will include standard or beavertail style.

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
First year GSM courses or pennission of the instructor
GSM 1109RIFLE STOCK MAKING: CLASSIC STYLE 4 O 2412

Students wlll study the types of wood suitable for rifle stocks. Several classic designs and cheek piece styles will be discussed. One complete rifle stock will be constructed by hand from a blank. If a California style rifle stock has been completed by hand, the instructor may allow the student to use power equipment. An introduction to checkering will be included. The selection of chisels, proper sharpening, correct usage of files, sanding, and finishing techniques will be taught. GSM 1110 RIFLE STOCK MAKING: CALIFORNIA STYLE 4 0 24 12 Students will study the proper procedures in obtaining blanks from trees, with proper methods for drying blanks, and different stock designs. The student will complete a California style- rifle stock If a student has completed a classic rifle, the instructor may allow the student to use power equipment. If a classic rifle has not been completed, the student will utilize hand inletting tools and rasps. Inlavs and checkering will be covered. ~- -' 85

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
12
Credits (max)
12
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
GSM 1000 Series or permission of the instructor GSM 1000 Series or pennission of the instructor
GSM 111Gunsmithing I ()6.00

This course introduces hand tools, blueprints, and basic machine tools used in gunsmithing. Emphasis is placed on safety and the completion of projects from blueprints using hand and machine tools. Upon completion, students should be able to read and work from blueprints using hand tools and make basic machine tool setups. Classroom Hours (2.00), Lab/Shop Hours (12.00)

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
GSM 1110RIFLE STOCK MAKING' CALIFORNIA STYLE 4 0 2412

Students will study the proper procedures in obtaining blanks from trees, with proper ~ethods f?r drying blanks, and different stock designs. The student wiU complete a Califor- nia style rifle stock. If a student has completed a classic rifle, the instructor may allow the student to use power equipment. If a classic rifle has not been completed the student wiII utilize-hand inletting tools and rasps. Inlays and checkering will be covered.

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
12
Credits (max)
12
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
GSM 1000 Series or Instructor's permission.
GSM 1111CUSTOM ALTERATION 2 o 126

The course will teach the student how to alter bolt handles, trigger guards, and actions. The installation of recoil pads, chokes, and poly ribs will be taught as well as the modification of existing stocks.

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
GSM 1000 Series or Instructor's permission.
GSM 1112ADVANCED BLUEING 3 o 96

The course will include advanced techniques in polishing and a continuation of the immer- sion blueing method. Rust blueing and Baker blueing w:ill be introduced. GSM l!l3 SHOTGUN REPAIR 2 O 9 5 Emphasis will be placed on correctly diagnosing shotgun malfunctions. Corrections will be made by manufacturing parts or replaclngparts under superv1sion of the instructor. At the end of the course students will have enough hands-on training to diagnose and correct malfunctions. f Prerequisite: GSM 1000 Series or Instructor's permission.

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
GSM 1000 Series or Instructor's permission.
GSM 1113Competition Guns
Subject
GSM
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
GSM 1114RIFLE REPAIR 3 o 96

Emphasis will be placed on correctly diagnosing rifle malfunctions. Corrections will be made by manufacturing parts or replacing parts under supervision of the instructor. At the end. of the course students will have enough hands-on training to diagnose and correct · malfunctions. -

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
GSM 1000 Series or Instructor's permission.
GSM 1115PISTOL SMITHING 2 O 64

The course is designed to teach the repair of handguns. The installation of new parts, the repairing of old parts, and the specialization of accurizing, sight installation, rebarreling, and trigger work w:ill be included. 87

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
GSM 1000 Series or Instructor's permission.
GSM 1116ALTERNATIVE METAL FINlSHING l 0·63

The course will teach students.alternative metal."refinishing in place of immersion blueing. Topics will include necessary equipment,· metal preparation, 'and chemical procedures as they apply to padcerizing and· elec~luS:nickel plating. · GSM 1117 Rll'LE REPAIR 1 0 6 .3 Empha~is-wi~l be placed on correctly diagnosing rifle malfunctions. Con:ectionS will be made by ·manufacturing parts or: replacing ·parts urider supervisiOil_ of tlurinstructor. At the end of th~ CoUrse, 'students will have enough hands-. on training to diagnose and· correct malfunCtions. · HIS 101 WESTERN CIVILIZATION I 5 0 O5 Major ~ivilizations of the world.will be studied ;with ~mphasis on_movements of history affecting ~e-development of western Cultufe through the seventeen$ c_entury. ' · ~uisite: -None · .ms 102 WESTERN CIVILIZATION 11 5 0 0 5 Majorcivllizati9ns of the world will ·be studied with emphasis on movementS:ofhiStory affecting ·the_ Qev:elopment ~f westeqi cultui:e.from the seventeenth c;entury. through the tWentieth centurj. P~~qllisite: ·None_·.- HlS 104 POi.ITICAi. SYSTEMSOFTHEW'fHCENTURY 5.. 0 O 5 ._ _ Three:. political ·systems: will be. stiidied with emphaSis '9n ·t11e ·histOrical_ econon:Uc ~d _soci3J 'I: fotc<;s that propelled them. · ~uiSite:·_:Non_e . HIS. 201 AMERICANH1STORY(T01877) ·. 5 0 0 5 The Course is a study 0f.thC emergence of th'e federal system, democracy, sµrtes' rights, _territori,al e~panSion, the War_be_tween-the States, and ReCons"t!Uction. · Prerequi~ite: None · HlS 202 AMERICAN HISTORY (1865 TO PRESENT) 5 0 0. 5 The_ course involves a Look-3.t the developmerit of moderll American with t:µnphasis plciced Oµ expansion,_indu~trialism~ urbanization,_race relations, and the welfare state. _~uisite: None · 131

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
GSM 1000 series _or instructor permission GSM 1000 ~eri~S or instructor. pennission
GSM 1117Rifle Repair

•MEC 1002 Basic .Machine Process

Subject
GSM
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
GSM 120Gunsmithing Tools ()6.00

This course covers the manufacture of tools used in the gunsmithing trade. Emphasis is placed on the production of tools used for gunsmithing from working drawings. Upon completion, students should be able to use blueprints to produce tools and fixtures for use in gunsmithing. Classroom Hours (2.00), Lab/Shop Hours (12.00)

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
GSM 123Basic Stockmaking2

* GSM 125 Barrel Fitting/Alteration 3 *MAT 120 Geometry & Trigonometry P/C 2. Total 10 Summer Session (First Year) * GSM 127 General Repair l Total 3 Fall Semester (Second Year) CIS 111 Basic PC Literacy 1

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
GSM 125Barrel Fitting/Alterations
Subject
GSM
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
GSM 127General Repair ()6.00

This course introduces the design and function of firearms, sight mounting, and basic reloading of ammunition. Emphasis is placed on safety and the completion of repair projects using hand and machine tools and the furnace. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose and correct basic malfunctions, produce and fix simple parts, choose and install sights, and perform basic reloading skills. Classroom Hours (3.00), Lab/Shop Hours (9.00)

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
GSM 223Rifle Stockmaking6.00

This course introduces inletting, shaping, and finishing of custom rifle stocks. Emphasis is placed on the design and completion of a custom rifle stock using hand and machine tools. Upon completion, students should be able to lay out a rifle stock, inlet the barrel action, and shape and finish a custom rifle stock. Classroom Hours (2.00), Lab/Shop Hours (12.00).

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
GSM 225Gunmetal Refinishing ()6.00

This course introduces gun metal finishes. Topics include metal polishing and the finishing of steel, aluminum, and castings using hand tools and buffing equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to caustic blue, rust blue, anodize, parkerize, and color-case harden gunmetal. Classroom Hours (2.00), Lab/Shop Hours (12.00)

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
GSM 225AGunmetal Refinishing Summer 1 63
Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Source
sftp.montgomery.edu
GSM 225BGunmetal Refinishing Summer 1 63
Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Source
sftp.montgomery.edu
GSM 227Advanced Repair Technology2

* GSM 235 Current Gunsmithing Techniques

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
GSM 227AAdvanced Repair Summer 1 63
Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Source
sftp.montgomery.edu
GSM 230Handgun Technology5.00

This course covers the design, function, and customizing of handguns. Emphasis is placed on repairs and custom alterations. Upon completion, students should be able to perform repairs on revolvers and semi-automatic pistols and customize handguns. Classroom Hours (2.00), Lab/Shop Hours (9.00).

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
GSM 231Handgun Repair Technology ()5.00

This course introduces students to the repair of handguns. Emphasis is placed on malfunction diagnosis and performing necessary repairs based on an understanding of design and function principles. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose and make common repairs to handguns. Classroom Hours (2.00), Lab/Shop Hours (9.00)

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Source
sftp.montgomery.edu
GSM 232Custom Handgun Technology5.00

This course introduces students to purpose-built custom handguns. Emphasis is placed on learning and performing custom modifications that are commonly performed on handguns. Upon completion, students should be able to perform a range of customizations and alteration tasks that relate to hanguns used in sporting and competition events. Classroom Hours (2.00), Lab/Shop Hours

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Source
sftp.montgomery.edu
GSM 235Current Gunsmithing Tech6.00

This course introduces current materials and gunsmithing techniques. Emphasis is placed on material characteristics, applications, and tooling requirements. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in current gunsmithing techniques such as composite stockmaking and synthetic bedding. Classroom Hours (2.00), Lab/Shop Hours (12.00).

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
GSM 240Modern Sporting Firearms ()6.00

This course covers current custom gunsmithing applications as related to modern sporting firearms. Emphasis is placed on gunsmithing procedures that are commonly performed on modern sporting firearms. Upon completion, students should be able to perform a range of customization and alteration tasks that relate to modern firearms used in sporting and competition events. Classroom Hours (2.00), Lab/Shop Hours (12.00)

Subject
GSM
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Source
sftp.montgomery.edu

Source: Montgomery Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61