FM 7-0: Training the Force Quiz

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What FM covers Training the Force?

FM 7-0

What is meant by performance oriented training?

Soldiers learn best by training hands on.

What is the Army's number one priority?

Training

The Army Time Management System is composed of what three phases?

Green, Amber, Red Signup and view all the answers

Training is we do, not we do.

what, something Signup and view all the answers

What is training?

The instruction of personnel to increase their capacity to perform specific military functions and associated individual collective tasks. Signup and view all the answers

What is the OPTEMPO of an organization?

The annual operating miles or hours for the major equipment system in a battalion-level or equivalent organization. Signup and view all the answers

What are the types of evaluations?

Informal, formal, internal, external. Signup and view all the answers

What does realistic training inspire?

Competence, confidence, and excellence by fostering initiative, enthusiasm, and eagerness to learn. Signup and view all the answers

To accomplish their training responsibility, what six things must commanders do?

<ol> <li>Be present at training to the maximum extent possible, 2. Base training on mission requirements, 3. Train to applicable Army standards, 4. Assess current levels of efficiency, 5. Provide the required resources, 6. Develop and execute training plans that result in proficient individuals, leaders, and units.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

An AAR is not called what?

A critique Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of combat level training?

To achieve combat level standards. Signup and view all the answers

What are the three types of training plans?

Long range, short range, near term. Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for maintaining all assigned equipment in a high state of readiness in support of training or combat employment?

Soldiers and leaders. Signup and view all the answers

What does evaluation of training measure?

The demonstrated ability of soldiers, commanders, leaders, battle staffs, and units against the Army standard. Signup and view all the answers

What does multiechelon training allow?

Simultaneous training and evaluation on any combination of individual and collective tasks at more than one echelon. Signup and view all the answers

What is force integration?

The process of incorporating new doctrine, equipment, and force structure into an organization while simultaneously sustaining the highest possible levels of combat readiness. Signup and view all the answers

What is battle focus?

A concept used to derive peacetime training requirements assigned and anticipated missions. Signup and view all the answers

What does battle focus do?

Guides planning, preparation, execution, and assessment of each organization's training program to ensure its members train as they are going to fight. Signup and view all the answers

What does realistic training require?

Train the way you fight. Signup and view all the answers

What does AAR stand for and what does it provide?

After Action Review - it provides feedback. Signup and view all the answers

What does METL stand for?

Mission Essential Task List. Signup and view all the answers

What are the codes used to rate task proficiency?

T = Trained, P = Needs Practice, U = Untrained. Signup and view all the answers

What are the primary inputs to METL development?

Wartime operational plans, enduring combat capabilities, operational environment, directed missions, external guidance. Signup and view all the answers

Who said 'The best form of welfare for the troops is first class training, for this saves unnecessary casualties'?

Field Marshal Erwin Rommel. Signup and view all the answers

What does MILES stand for?

Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System. Signup and view all the answers

In regards to preparation for training, what do pre-execution checks cover?

Selecting tasks to be trained, planning the training, training the trainers, recon of the training site, issuing the plan, conducting rehearsals. Signup and view all the answers

What 7 things will training plans do if they are properly developed?

<ol> <li>Maintain a consistent battle focus, 2. Be coordinated with habitually task organized supporting organizations, 3. Focus on the correct time horizon, 4. Be concerned with future proficiency, 5. Incorporate risk management into all training plans, 6. Establish organizational stability, 7. Make the most efficient use of resources.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What are the 4 parts of the AAR?

What was supposed to happen, what happened, what went right or wrong, how it can be improved. Signup and view all the answers

What ten objectives have to be accomplished by senior leaders to help ensure effective training?

<ol> <li>Develop and communicate a clear vision, 2. Train one echelon below and evaluate two echelons below, 3. Require subordinates to understand and perform their roles in training, 4. Train all elements to be proficient on their mission essential tasks, 5. Develop subordinates, 6. Involve themselves personally in planning, preparing, executing, and assessing training, 7. Demand training standards are achieved, 8. Ensure proper task and event discipline, 9. Foster a command climate that is conducive to good training, 10. Eliminate training distractions.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What does well-structured training contain?

A mixture of initial and sustainment training. Signup and view all the answers

What is the predictable result of performing to established tactical and technical standards?

Safe training. Signup and view all the answers

What is the key requirement for division and brigade commanders in regards to training resources?

Coordinate short-range training plans with the various resource processes that support training. Signup and view all the answers

What is ITEP?

Individual Training Evaluation Program. Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of proficiency within which a unit is capable of executing its wartime METL tasks?

Band of Excellence. Signup and view all the answers

What are the principal source documents for training and evaluation outlines (T&EOs)?

MTP, soldier manuals, DA Pam 350-38, deployment or mobilization plans. Signup and view all the answers

What are the sources of training feedback available to senior leaders?

Personal observations, assessment and feedback from higher headquarters, staff visit reports, unit status reports, training briefings, AARs, APFT scores, IG general and special inspections. Signup and view all the answers

What are the core domains that shape the critical learning experiences throughout a soldier's and leader's career?

Operational, Institutional, and Self-development. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the Operational Domain.

Home-station training, combat training center rotations, joint training exercises, and deployments. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the Institutional Domain.

Education and training for soldiers and leaders on key knowledge, skills, and attributes required to operate in any environment. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the Self-development Domain.

Courses that are structured and informal and focus on taking those actions necessary to reduce or eliminate the gap between operational and institutional experiences. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Army Training?

To produce competent, confident, and adaptive soldiers, leaders, and units that are trained and ready to fight and win the nation's wars. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of METL?

A compilation of collective mission essential tasks an organization must perform successfully to accomplish its wartime mission. Signup and view all the answers

Why do commanders use a mix of Live, Virtual, and Constructive (L-V-C) training?

To achieve and sustain unit proficiency on selected METL tasks within the band of excellence. Signup and view all the answers

What is the foundation of the training process?

The training management cycle. Signup and view all the answers

What are the ten principles of training?

<ol> <li>Commanders are responsible for training, 2. NCOs train individuals, crews, and small teams, 3. Train as a combined arms and joint team, 4. Train for combat proficiency, 5. Train to standard using appropriate doctrine, 6. Train to adapt, 7. Train to maintain and sustain, 8. Train using multi-echelon techniques, 9. Train to sustain proficiency, 10. Train and develop leaders.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

FM 7-0 Overview

FM 7-0 is the field manual that outlines the procedures for Training the Force.
The Army identifies training as its top priority, crucial for mission readiness.

Training Concepts

Performance-oriented training emphasizes hands-on experience for effective learning.
Training is defined as the instruction of personnel to enhance their ability to execute military tasks.

Time Management and Phasing

The Army Time Management System consists of three phases: Green, Amber, and Red.
Training procedures require a structured approach, ensuring a consistent understanding of expectations.

Evaluation and Assessment

Evaluations come in various forms: informal, formal, internal, and external, measuring proficiency against Army standards.
After Action Reviews (AARs) provide critical feedback for improvement, distinct from critiques.

Training Plans and Responsibilities

Commanders must engage actively in training, focusing on mission requirements and applicable Army standards.
There are three primary training planning types: long-range, short-range, and near-term.
Properly developed training plans maintain battle focus and ensure efficient resource utilization.

Realistic and Multifaceted Training

Realistic training mirrors combat conditions, fostering competence, confidence, and a readiness to learn.
Multiechelon training allows simultaneous practice of task proficiency at varying levels.

Frameworks and Measurements

METL stands for Mission Essential Task List, guiding the training process and identifying key operational tasks.
The Band of Excellence indicates the proficiency range within which units can operate their wartime METL tasks.

Domains of Learning

The Operational Domain includes home-station training and combat exercises.
The Institutional Domain focuses on formal education and skill development for soldiers and leaders.
The Self-development Domain encompasses structured and informal courses to bridge experience gaps.

Core Training Principles

Commanders are responsible for the overall training process, while NCOs focus on training individuals and teams.
Training should adopt a combined arms and joint perspective, emphasizing combat readiness.
The training management cycle serves as the foundational framework guiding training operations.

Resources and References

Resources for training feedback include personal observations, assessment reports, and unit status reports.
Key documents for training and evaluation include MTP, soldier manuals, and DA Pam 350-38.

Excellence in Training

Achieving combat-level standards is the central goal of training efforts within the Army.
A quote by Field Marshal Erwin Rommel emphasizes the significance of high-quality training in reducing casualties.

Training Techniques

Training employs a combination of Live, Virtual, and Constructive methods to maintain METL task proficiency.
The ten principles of training encapsulate essential responsibilities and methodologies enhancing military readiness and capabilities.

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Test your knowledge on FM 7-0 and the key concepts of training soldiers in the Army. This quiz covers essential topics such as performance-oriented training and the Army's priorities. Get ready to reinforce your understanding of effective training methodologies!