EDCQC 4 – Structural Tactics and Threat Management
Course Duration: 2.5 hours
Format: Handgun-based, non-live-fire, intermediate-level

Course Overview
This intermediate course focuses on techniques, tactics, and procedures for navigating and engaging threats in and around structural environments. Students will train on handling hallways, doorways, rooms, and transitional spaces—both interior and exterior—while maintaining tactical efficiency and safety. Emphasis will be placed on movement, cover utilization, threat discrimination, and coordinated tactics within confined or complex environments.

Topics Covered:

• Navigating and clearing hallways and doorway
• Engaging threats in room entry and interior space
• Exterior-to-interior and interior-to-exterior transitions
• Managing angles, corners, and angles of exposure
• Decision-making under stress with simulated threats

Prerequisites

• Completion of (EDCQC 3) or instructor approval is strongly recommended to ensure a foundational understanding of movement and structure-based tactics.
• Completion of Advanced Handgun Level 1

Student Equipment:

• Safety glasses 
• Pants with belt loops with belt
• Individual protective gear: A loose, long-sleeved shirt or hoodie, groin protection (it can be something like a knee pad or cup), and gloves (gloves with rubber or hard materials will provide more protection). 
• Airsoft handguns, helmets, and neck protection will be provided, welcome to bring your own