Gunsmithing

Gunsmithing Training Program in Grand Prairie, TX

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be at least 18 years old or honorably discharged from the military. In addition, applicants must:

  • Possess a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalent, or must be able to pass Wonderlic Basic Skills Test (Ability to Benefit Admission Test).
  • Read and write English.
  • Be physically and mentally capable of performing the projects and the classwork required for the Gunsmithing program.
  • Be able to pass a background check.
    • Felony Conviction: You must not have been convicted of a felony.
    • Current/Pending Charges: You must not be currently charged with the commission of a felony, a Class A or Class B misdemeanor, or equivalent offense, or an offense under Section 42.01 of the Penal Code (Disorderly Conduct) or equivalent offense.
    • Fugitive From Justice: You must not be a fugitive from justice for a felony, Class A or Class B misdemeanor or equivalent offense. (This could apply to a person who has skipped a court date, or to a person who has failed to comply with the terms of a court order).
    • Chemical Dependency: A person with two (2) convictions, within the preceding 10-year period preceding the date of application, for offenses (Class B or greater) involving the use of alcohol or a controlled substance, is ineligible as a chemically dependent person.
    • Sound Judgement: You must not be incapable of exercising.

The applicant must schedule an interview with the admissions office and submit a completed application. The applicant will be notified concerning his/her acceptance after review by the Admissions Department. Once the student has been accepted they will be subject to the school’s refund and cancellation policy. Class size is limited based upon space availability.

The MT Training Center is open to all candidates without regard to race, color, nationality, national origin, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability, or marital status. The admission standards are in complete compliance with the Texas Workforce Career School and Colleges Regulatory Board, the Texas Veterans Commission, and the U.S. Department of Education’s regulations.

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Graduation Requirements

The graduating student must posess a knowledge of gun and machine shop safety, firearms safety, basic gunsmithing essentials, the functions of various CNC and manual mills, lathes, bandsaws, drill presses, knife belt sander, TIG welding, fundamentals of stock making, design and function of a variety of firearms, ballistics and handloading as well as have knowledge of firearms shop management.
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What Is a Gunsmith?

Gunsmiths clean, repair, fabricate, assemble, and disassemble firearms. They use machinery or design their own tools. Gunsmiths typically specialize in one particular area. A gunsmith needs a license to customize, engrave, and work on guns. More importantly, gunsmiths are teachers to their customers and students as they are the most knowledgeable about firearms.

Class Schedule

Day classes are scheduled Monday through Friday, as indicated below. Upon completion of the program and successfully completing passing written and practical examinations, the student will be issued a CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION. Enrollment into the program begins every Monday of every month.

Day Schedule

Monday - Friday

Period 1:

7:30 AM – 8:50 AM 

Period 2:

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM 

Period 3:

11:30 AM – 12:50 PM

Period 4:

1:00 PM - 2:45 PM

Evening Schedule

Monday - Friday

Period 1:

4:00 PM – 5:50 PM 

Period 2:

6:00 PM – 7:50 PM 

Period 3:

8:00 PM – 9:00 PM 

Programs & Subjects

Details

Clock Hours:

1540 Hours

Length:

44 Weeks Day / 62 Weeks Evening

Ratios:

10:1 (Students / Instructors)

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