Military Strategy: METT-TC and OAKOC Frameworks

What does the 'M' in METT-TC stand for?

What does the 'E' in METT-TC stand for?

What does the 1st 'T' in METT-TC stand for?

What does the 2nd 'T' in METT-TC refer to?

What does the 3rd 'T' in METT-TC represent?

What does the 'C' in METT-TC stand for?

What does the 1st 'O' in OAKOC refer to?

What does the 'A' in OAKOC signify?

What does the 'K' in OAKOC denote?

What does the 2nd 'O' in OAKOC refer to?

What does the 'C' in OAKOC stand for?

What does the 'A' in ASCOPE represent?

What does the 'S' in ASCOPE stand for?

What does the 'C' in ASCOPE signify?

What does the 'O' in ASCOPE refer to?

What does the 'P' in ASCOPE stand for?

What does the 'E' in ASCOPE signify?

METT-TC Framework

M - Mission: The primary objective or task to be accomplished.
E - Enemy: Analysis of adversaries and their capabilities.
1st T - Terrain and Weather: Key factors to assess physical and environmental conditions.
2nd T - Troops and Support Available: Evaluation of friendly forces and resources at disposal.
3rd T - Time Available: Critical timing considerations impacting operations.
C - Civil Considerations: Understanding the human terrain and societal factors influencing operations.

OAKOC Elements

1st O - Observation and Fields of Fire: Identifying potential observation points and effective shooting ranges.
A - Avenues of Approach: Routes that adversaries may use to approach the objective.
K - Key and Deceive Terrain: Critical terrain that can be used to advantage or mislead.
2nd O - Obstacles: Physical or environmental barriers complicating movement.
C - Cover and Concealment: Measures for protection from enemy observation and fire.

ASCOPE Components

A - Area: The geographical region of interest and its characteristics.
S - Structures: Significant buildings and infrastructure relevant to operations.
C - Capabilities: Evaluation of local resources and strengths of entities in the area.
O - Organizations: Local groups and institutions that can influence the operation.
P - People: Understanding the demographics and societal dynamics of the population.
E - Events: Key activities or occurrences affecting the operational environment.

This quiz focuses on the METT-TC and OAKOC frameworks, essential tools for military operations planning. Participants will explore mission objectives, enemy analysis, terrain evaluation, troop availability, and civil considerations, alongside observation, avenues of approach, and obstacles. Test your understanding of these critical concepts for effective military strategy.