Program: Gunsmithing Diploma - Lenoir Community College

2024-2025 College Catalog

Apr 04, 2025

Program Code: D30200D

(2024*03)

The Gunsmithing curriculum is designed to provide the student with the required skills needed to refurbish metal and wood as applicable to firearms, to diagnose malfunctions for repair, and to accomplish more complex custom gunsmithing tasks. Course work includes manufacturing of tools used in the gunsmithing trade, restoration of firearms, stock making, barrel work, repair work, and custom work. The student will accomplish this work by performing actual gunsmithing tasks in a hands-on environment. Graduates should qualify as a professional gunsmith, able to complete any task in general gunsmithing.

Prospective students must be 18 years old and possess a valid NC Concealed Handgun Permit OR complete a background check online with Castle Branch prior to being admitted to the program.

Gunsmithing Diploma Semester-By-Semester Plan

General Education Hours: 6 Hours

English: 3 Hours

COM 110 - Introduction to Communication Credits: 3

Math/Natural Science: 3 Hours

MAT 110 - Math Measurement & Literacy Credits: 3

Major Hours: 41 Hours

Core: 12 Hours

GSM 111 - Gunsmithing I Credits: 6
GSM 120 - Gunsmithing Tools Credits: 6

Other Major Hours: 29 Hours

ACA 111 - College Student Success Credits: 1
GSM 125 - Barrel Fitting/Alteration Credits: 6
GSM 127 - General Repair Credits: 6
GSM 225 - Gunmetal Refinishing Credits: 6
GSM 230 - Handgun Technology Credits: 5
MEC 111 - Machine Processes I Credits: 3
WLD 112 - Basic Welding Processes Credits: 2

Total Gunsmithing Diploma: 47 Credits

For more information:

Michael Copley

Gunsmithing Program Chair/Instructor

Jones County Center (Building 011A)

Phone: (252)-527-6223, ext. 787

Fax: (252) 448-1424

Email: mccopley08@lenoircc.edu