Spiritus X DARC: Night Vision Users Course NVUC

Published on February 11, 2022
Duration: 7:19

This video documents the Spiritus Systems team attending the Night Vision Users Course (NVUC) at the Direct Action Resource Center (DARC). The course emphasizes practical application of night vision technology through intensive malfunction drills, daytime zeroing, and night live-fire exercises. A key component is the 'Gladiator' exercise, testing operators under extreme physiological and environmental stress, including the use of CBRN gear.

Quick Summary

The Night Vision Users Course (NVUC) at DARC involves intensive malfunction drills, daytime zeroing, and night live-fire exercises using NVGs and IR aiming devices. The 'Gladiator' exercise further tests operators under extreme stress, incorporating CBRN gear and physical exertion.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: NVUC at DARC
  2. 00:55Day One: Malfunction Drills
  3. 02:08Day Two: Zeroing & Night Drills
  4. 03:39The Gladiator Exercise: Extreme Stress Test
  5. 06:17Course Conclusion & Reflection

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Night Vision Users Course (NVUC)?

The Night Vision Users Course (NVUC) is an advanced training program focused on the effective use of Night Vision Goggles (NVGs) and associated equipment in tactical scenarios. It emphasizes skills like target identification, engagement, and weapon manipulation under low-light conditions.

What kind of drills are conducted during the NVUC?

The NVUC includes intensive malfunction drills to build muscle memory for weapon stoppages in the dark, daytime zeroing of optics and lasers, and night live-fire exercises. A notable exercise is 'The Gladiator,' which tests operators under extreme stress with CBRN gear and physical exertion.

What equipment is typically used in a Night Vision Users Course?

Participants commonly use Night Vision Goggles (NVGs), infrared (IR) aiming devices, suppressed rifles (like the AR-15 shown), and tactical gear such as plate carriers. The course may also incorporate CBRN equipment like gas masks for advanced stress inoculation.

What is the 'Gladiator' exercise?

The 'Gladiator' is a high-intensity tactical exercise designed to push operators to their limits. It integrates elements like CBRN equipment (gas masks) and significant physical exertion with complex shooting scenarios to test performance under extreme physiological and environmental stress.

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