Pistol Marksmanship
Academic Noncredit
Pistol marksmanship, safety, skills, and management issues associated with shooting in state-operated facilities.
This noncredit class meets with a regular University of Utah credit course. Students can purchase any assigned hardcopy textbooks through our Campus Bookstore.
Questions? Call Academic Programs at 801-585-9963 or use our online form.
Class Sections For Pistol Marksmanship (PRTL 160)
Fall 2026 Section 1, Starting on: 08/24/2026
In this unique and exciting course, students will use Olympic-grade .177-caliber air pistols and .22 LR semi-automatic pistols to learn how to shoot handguns properly at a very high level. They will also be trained on firearm safety, proper pistol nomenclature, shooting range etiquette, and essential marksmanship training techniques. In addition to the physical aspects of pistol marksmanship, every student will learn core psychological principles they can use to help them master any new skill. Attendance at the first two classes is mandatory. Drops are not possible after the first class meeting. Waitlisted students are encouraged to attend the first lecture.
| Date(s) | Day | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/24/26 - 10/09/26 | T | 5:00 pm -7:00 pm | HPER NORTH 101 |
Instructor: MICAH SCHOLES
This section is currently full.To add your name to our waiting list, please use our online form or call 801-585-9963.
Fall 2026 Section 2, Starting on: 10/19/2026
In this unique and exciting course, students will use Olympic-grade .177-caliber air pistols and .22 LR semi-automatic pistols to learn how to shoot handguns properly at a very high level. They will also be trained on firearm safety, proper pistol nomenclature, shooting range etiquette, and essential marksmanship training techniques. In addition to the physical aspects of pistol marksmanship, every student will learn core psychological principles they can use to help them master any new skill. Attendance at the first two classes is mandatory. Drops are not possible after the first class meeting. Waitlisted students are encouraged to attend the first lecture.
| Date(s) | Day | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/19/26 - 12/10/26 | T | 5:00 pm -7:00 pm | HPER NORTH 101 |
Instructor: MICAH SCHOLES
This section is currently full.To add your name to our waiting list, please use our online form or call 801-585-9963.
Spring 2027 Section 1, Starting on: 01/11/2027
In this unique and exciting course, students will use Olympic-grade .177-caliber air pistols to learn how to shoot handguns of all types and styles properly at a very high level. They will also be trained in firearm safety, proper pistol nomenclature, shooting range etiquette, competition, and other essential elements of marksmanship. In addition to the physical aspects of pistol marksmanship, students will learn psychological principles of leadership and skill mastery. Attendance at the first two classes is mandatory. Drops are not possible after the first class meeting. Waitlisted students are encouraged to attend the first lecture.
| Date(s) | Day | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/11/27 - 03/02/27 | T | 5:00 pm -7:00 pm | TBA |
| 01/11/27 - 03/02/27 | T | 5:00 pm -7:00 pm | NAVAL SCIENCE BLDG 201 |
| 01/11/27 - 03/02/27 | T | 5:00 pm -7:00 pm | NAVAL SCIENCE BLDG 105 |
Instructors: NATHAN FURMAN , MICAH SCHOLES
Registration begins on Nov 05, 2026Spring 2027 Section 2, Starting on: 03/03/2027
In this unique and exciting course, students will use Olympic-grade .177-caliber air pistols to learn how to shoot handguns of all types and styles properly at a very high level. They will also be trained in firearm safety, proper pistol nomenclature, shooting range etiquette, competition, and other essential elements of marksmanship. In addition to the physical aspects of pistol marksmanship, students will learn psychological principles of leadership and skill mastery. Attendance at the first two classes is mandatory. Drops are not possible after the first class meeting. Waitlisted students are encouraged to attend the first lecture.
| Date(s) | Day | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/27 - 04/27/27 | T | 5:00 pm -7:00 pm | TBA |
| 03/03/27 - 04/27/27 | T | 5:00 pm -7:00 pm | NAVAL SCIENCE BLDG 201 |
| 03/03/27 - 04/27/27 | T | 5:00 pm -7:00 pm | NAVAL SCIENCE BLDG 105 |
Instructors: NATHAN FURMAN , MICAH SCHOLES
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Questions? Call Academic Programs at 801-585-9963 or use our online form.
