Welcome to the Army National Guard's Warrior Training Center (WTC) located at Fort Benning, Georgia. ATRRS School Code: 964A + WTC POCs: - HQ Address: 6901 Rosell Street, Bldg 4165, Fort Benning, GA 31905 - Website: https://www.benning.army.mil/wtc/ - Facebook: http://tinyurl.com/ARNGWTCFacebook - DSN: 784 - WTC SDNCO (general questions): 706-544-6133 - CSM/Commandant: 706-544-6140 - BN S-3 OIC: 706-544-7468 - BN S-3 NCOIC: 706-544-6308 - BN Schools: 706-544-6435 - Fax: 706-544-7521 Training Companies + A Co, teaches Ranger Training Assesment Course, Combatives Level I and Level II Instructor Certification courses - Commander: (COMM) 706-544-9823, (cell) 706-604-6300 - 1SG: (COMM) 706-544-7570 (cell) 706-604-6331 - Operations: (cell) 706-544-7543 - XO: 706-544-6367 - FAX: 706-544-6414 + B Co, teaches Air Assault and National Guard/Reserves ONLY Pathfinder MTT - Commander: (cell) 706-604-6324 - 1SG: (COMM) 706-544-6379 (cell) 706-575-8959 - Operations: (COMM) 706-544-6341 (cell) 706-905-9498 - Air Assault NCOIC: (COMM) 706-544-6381 (cell) 706-575-8963 - Air Assault Chief Instructor: (COMM) 706-544-6381 or (cell) 706-604-5059 - Pathfinder NCOIC: (COMM) 706-544-6381 (cell) 706-604-5122 + C Co, teaches Bradley Training Assesment Course and Vehicle Crew Evaluator - Commander: (cell) 706-604-6305 - 1SG: (cell) 706-604-6298 - Operations: (COMM) 706-626-0615 - VCE/BTAC NCOIC: (COMM) 706-626-0429, (cell) 706-575-4829 + D Co, teaches Abrams Training Assessment Course, HBCT Vehicle Crew Evaluator Course, Unstabilized Subject Matter Expert Course, Unstabilized Vehicle Commander Certification Course, Senior Instructor/Operator Course and Instructor/Operator Course. - Commander: (cell) 706-575-4218 - 1SG: (cell) 706-575-4620 - Operations: (COMM) 706-626-0631 (cell) 502-221-6020 MTTs: For information regarding the purchase and execution of an MTT at your location, please contact the BN S-3. Note that WTC can only offer Pathfinder MTTs to National Guard/Reserve Component soldiers. WALK-ONS: Walk-on soldiers are highly discouraged because WTC cannot guarantee that soldiers that are travelling will be accepted. Submit your personnel through your Chain of Command for a valid ATRRS Reservation. If you have any issues contact the BN Schools NCO or BN S-3 OIC/NCOIC PRIOR to sending ANY number of walk-ons. ORDERS: The ARNG WTC does not produce orders for Soldiers who are attending any of our courses. If you need orders, contact your Unit Chain of Command and Training POCs. TRANSPORTATION: To guarantee transportation; coordination must be arranged prior to arrival. ARNG WTC Students arriving via commercial air should fax a copy of their flight itinerary to the host site / unit, not WTC, unless it is a course held at Fort Benning, GA. All transportation will be conducted at the nearest airport. WTC will not arrange for soldier pickup from the Airport. Sending unit must coordinate transportation to the WTC. //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Course: Ranger Training Assesment Course ATRRS Course Number: PRE-RANGER Course Website: https://www.benning.army.mil/wtc/wtc/a/pr/index.htm Scope: The RTAC Course consists of 14 days of training. The first week is designed to mirror the first week of Ranger School's (Benning) phase. The second week is designed to Coach, Teach, and Mentor students during the patrol phase of the course. The purpose of the RTAC is to prepare Soldiers to succeed at the US Army Ranger School. RTAC accomplishes this by assessing the Soldiers' physical and mental capabilities, training the Soldiers on Troop Leading Procedures, Combat Orders and Reconnaissance/Combat patrols to the same standards conducted at the US Army Ranger School. RTAC is designed to verify that all medical/dental and administrative paperwork is complete for Ranger School attendance, and fix any deficiency that the Soldier may have. Students will be required to pass the minimum Ranger Physical Fitness Test (RPFT) of 49 push-ups, 59 sit-ups and 5 mile (release) run in 40:00 minutes or less. In addition to the RPFT, students will be evaluated at the Combat Water Survival Test, Land Navigation, Road March, Ranger Stakes, Obstacle Course, Patrols, and Peer Evaluations. 1. Reporting: The report date will always be on the FRIDAY, and the start date will be the following SATURDAY. Report Time: 0900-1300 on FRIDAY at the ARNG WTC, BLDG 4157. 2. Orders: Incoming Students will have five (5) copies of each of their orders assigning them to the RTAC and the Ranger Course. 1610's (TDY) are the Unit's responsibility. Students who are TDY En-route must also have 5 copies of their PCS orders, and their 201 personnel file or equivalent with them. 3. Medical: All personnel must arrive with complete health records (IAW AR 40-66), including original physical examination (SF 88, SF 93, and supporting documents) dated within 18 months of RTAC course starting date and signed by a physician stating that the applicant is medically qualified to attend Ranger training. Medical fitness standards will be IAW AR 40-501, Chapters 2, 5-3, 5-4, 5-6, and examination performed IAW Chapter 8. The unit must provide a letter verifying that a PANOREX (x-ray) exists at home station and is available from sending unit upon request. Transient Students will report with complete dental records. Soldiers that have received LASIK and/or PRK (eye surgery) are disqualified from attending RTAC training IAW AR 40-501. However Students requesting waiver for eye surgery will use the Waiver Data Sheet https://www.benning.army.mil/rtb/Medical%20Page/New%20Corrective%20Eye%20Surger y%20Form.doc. Waivers will not be approved for eye surgeries performed less than 3 months prior to training. Students that incur medical problems following their physical examination must be assessed prior to departure from sending units. Commanders are responsible for ensuring that applicants meet medical standards upon arrival to RTAC. Consult the Ranger School Medical Considerations for more information https://www.benning.army.mil/rtb/Medical%20Page/MEDICAL%20CONSIDERATIONS1.htm Commander's Validation Letter: Incoming Students will have a copy of the letter that must address the Student's ability to perform certain Ranger Task skills. The standards for the letter and a sample letter are provided on this page: https://www.benning.army.mil/rtb/RANGER/commanderletter.pdf NOTE: Commanders/Commandants have the authority to deny enrollment or cancel enrollment for Soldiers that are grossly obese, or otherwise physically unable to meet course requirements. Commanders/Commandants will conduct a risk assessment and counsel the reporting Soldier on the outcome should the analysis result in denial of enrollment or cancellation of enrollment of a course. Individual Soldier safety and the safety of the other Soldiers participating in the training must always be considered. When denial of enrollment or cancellation of enrollment of a course occurs, the first General Officer in the Soldier's chain of command will be notified and provided the circumstances that resulted in the decision. 4. Packing list: The RTAC packing list is the same as the U.S. Army Ranger Course packing list. Consult the course website or the U.S. Army Ranger school websites for the latest packing list. 5. RANK: Students not from the Ranger Regiment or the Ranger Training Brigade must be in the Rank of SPC or above to attend the RTAC. Students who do not meet this requirement must receive a waiver from the WTC Commander prior to the start of the Course. The letter must be signed by the Student's Company Commander. The request will be in standard memorandum format stating the Student's standard name line, circumstances, and the class date the Student will attend. 6. Ranger School Task Proficiency Checklist: View our sample Task Proficiency check list by visiting https://www.benning.army.mil/rtb/RANGER/commanderletter.pdf 7. National Guard Students who graduate the RTAC have a grace period of six months to attend U.S. Army Ranger School. Course: Air Assault ATRRS Course Number: 071-SI/ASI2B Course Website: https://www.benning.army.mil/wtc/wtc/b/aaslt/index.htm Scope: The course lasts twelve days. The first day will be for in-processing and a short brief of the Day Zero events. Day Zero is a prerequisite for attendance of the formal Air Assault School training and only Soldiers who pass all events will be allowed to continue. The following ten day period is divided into three phases (I, II, III). Soldiers are trained on the types of missions performed by rotary wing aircraft, aircraft safety, aero-medical evacuation procedures, pathfinder operations, principles and techniques of combat assaults, rappelling techniques, and slingload operations. The core elements and the additional instruction are conducted in a classroom/field environment. Units may purchase an Air Assault course and control all quotas; only students approved through the host site, not WTC, can attend. Units who want to inquire about a course should contact the BN S-3. 1. Reporting: Air Assault in-processing occurs on the report date stated on ATRRS starting at 0900 hours and completing no later than 1300 hours. It is recommended students arrive prior to 1300 hours to receive a demonstration of techniques for the obstacle course. Students MUST HAVE all required equipment and documentation to in-process (WTC Form 100, Orders, MEDPROS printout showing a PHA or physical within the last year, valid ID card, ID tags and 1 quart canteen) and be in Army IPFU uniform. TASS Pre Execution Checklist will not be accepted in lieu of the WTC Form 100. The WTC Form 100 requires units to verify that the student received training prior to the course. Resident Course students report to WTC BLDG 4159, MTT students refer to the Welcome Packet for location. Welcome packets will be emailed to the registered email address that was input through ATRRS. This may be the Soldier, unit or Schools NCO. It is imperative that the students email address is utilized to ensure they receive the welcome packet in a timely manner. The email will be sent 30 days prior to the course start date to all Soldiers enrolled into ATRRS at that time. 2. Transportation: Students should travel with no more than $100 cash and a carry-on bag consisting of the following items: required in-processing documents, uniform, boots, cap, running shoes, reflective belt, canteen, wet weather bag, socks, towel and toiletries. Resident Course: It is recommended due to baggage losses for the student to fly into Atlanta and utilize Groome Transportation, (800) 584-6735, to the WTC. Approximate cost for one-way trip is $37.00 and round-trip is $67.00. The Soldiers Unit is responsible for all travel arrangements. Public transportation will be utilized for courses that are offered at FT Benning; consult the class schedule for more information on locations. The WTC does not provide transportation to and from the Airport. All students should bring a complete set of ACU's , including boots, belt and patrol cap in their carry on baggage. Mobile Training Team Students will receive a fax number and or email address to send their flight itineraries in the welcome packet. Itineraries will be utilized to arrange transportation for MTT courses; consult the class schedule for more information on locations. All questions should be directed to the host site, not WTC, unless it relates to the POI. All return flights should be scheduled after 1700 hours on the day of graduation. This will allow ample time for transportation to the airport after graduation. All Students will attend graduation. Meals and lodging will be provided by the host site / unit one day prior to in-processing and one day after graduation. All Students will utilize assigned lodging, however, only the Students who live in FT Benning, GA will stay at an alternate location. Students who arrive by POV should plan for delays and be scheduled to arrive NLT 1200 hours on in-processing day. Once signed into the course students outside of the local area (50 miles) will not utilize their POV until completion. Students who live outside of the local area will be required to stay in the barracks on graduation day and depart the next day. 3. All Students who are dropped for Phase I, II, III, 6 mile or 12 mile foot march will receive a Drop slip. These Soldiers have up to six months to return to Air Assault and resume the training from the phase in which they failed. Soldiers must contact the WTC to determine when to report to finalize Air Assault training. PHASE DROP / INSERTS DO NOT submit an ATRRS reservation, they must contact WTC to schedule attendance into the course. 4. !!!ATTENTION!!! Students with prior hot weather injuries are not authorized to attend the Warrior Training Center Air Assault School from May through August. Students who are from areas where heat and humidity is not moderate should attend classes during cooler months other than listed above. 5. Air Assault is a physically demanding school and students should prepare and begin hydrating well in advance to ensure their success. A guide to success, Memorandum of Instruction (packing list inside), handbook and other pertinent information can be found on our website at https://www.benning.army.mil/wtc 6. Packing list: for the most up-to-date packing list consult the course MOI on our website https://www.benning.army.mil/wtc Required: ACU cap w/rank only (1) ACU coat, no badges worn until graduation (3) ACU pants (3) T-shirt, tan (4) Belt, tan riggers belt (2) Boots, desert (2) Socks, Black, tan or green cushion sole (4) Underwear (optional) ID tags (2) long and short chain (1) Military ID card (1) Running shoes (1) White socks (3 pr) Water proof bag (1) Ballistic Helmet (Kevlar) or ACH w/ sweat band and chin strap, no camouflage cover (1) IPFU (Shorts, Pants, Jacket, Long Sleeve & Short Sleeve shirts, Watch cap & Reflective Belt or Vest) All items required at all courses. (1) Ear plugs w/case no unit affiliation attached (2) Rucksack / MOLLE Ruck (large) (1) Canteen, 1 quart and cover w/ 1 cup (2) LCE or LBV or FLC (1) Work gloves, leather w/Inserts (1) Poncho (1) PolyPro Top or Field Jacket Liner (1) Personal Hygiene kit (1) Gortex Jacket or Field Jacket (w/name and rank) (1) Flashlight, Angle (military) w/Red Lens and 4 Batteries (1) Goggles, military or civilian (mil-spec) (1) Brown Towels (2) Lock combination (1) Pens, black ink (2) Laundry Soap (1) Personal linen is authorized and recommended Note: - One complete set of ACU's in carry on luggage. - Load Bearing Vest (LBV) or military equivalent may be used in lieu of the LBE, but must have at a minimum the items listed above. All items must be military issue. - Students will be issued The Air Assault Handbook at the conclusion of zero day. - Camelbaks may be used, however do not replace items on the packing list. Unauthorized items: - Dietary supplements are not authorized for use by any personnel at any time throughout the course. - No cellular phones or pagers during duty hours - No fixed blade or folding knives over 4 - No civilian clothes of any type during duty hours, exceptions are running shoes and undergarments - No alcohol products or tobacco (cigarettes, snuff, dip) during duty hours. //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Course: Pathfinder MTT ATRRS Course Number: 071-2E-SI5Q/011-ASIF7 MTT Course Website: https://www.benning.army.mil/wtc/wtc/b/pf/index.htm NOTE: The Pathfinder course is only offered as a MTT course and must be conducted on-site. Submit a memorandum of request to the BN S-3 (POC above) for a class at your location. NOTE: The Pathfinder school is unable to accept Active Component Soldiers into the course. For AC classes, contact 1/507th Pathfinder Branch, FT Benning, GA at COMM 706-575-3218, DSN 835 Scope: Provides Commander technical expertise in planning and executing air movement, air assault, airborne, and air re-supply operations for rotary or fixed wing aircraft; interfaces between Army Aviation/USAF units and supported commander; prepares air mission brief and air movement annex; provides technical advice, inspects and supervises the execution of sling load operations; provides trained personnel to assist with the mission of USAF combat control team; selects, marks, and controls helicopter day and night landing and pick-up zones; selects, marks, and controls fixed-wing day and night drop zones for airborne personnel and equipment; provides air traffic control and navigational assistance to aircraft within an operational site control zone; provides USAF aircraft terminal guidance for deployment of the airborne force; conducts Drop Zone Survey operations; certify in the use of Ground Marker Release System (GMRS), Computed Air Release Point (CARP), and Verbally Initiated Release System (VIRS) for rotary and fixed-wing aircraft airdrop operations. The course is open to Reserve, or National Guard Officers (2LT-CPT) or enlisted personnel (SPC-SFC) assigned to or en-route to a billet requiring Pathfinder skills. Enlisted MOS: 11B, 11C, 11Z, 18B, 18C, 18D, 18E, 19D, 77F, 88M, 92F, 92Y, 15Q (PFC-SFC). Warrant Officers (WO1-W03) with MOSs 131A, 180A, or 921A may attend. Enlisted applicants must have GT Score of 100 or above, minimum profile serial (PULHES) of 111121, and have no speech impediment. Applicants must have one year service remaining upon completion of the course. 1. Pathfinder in-processing occurs on the report date stated on ATRRS starting at 0900 hours and completing at 2359 hours. It is recommended students arrive prior to 1600 hours. Students MUST HAVE all required documentation to in-process (WTC Form 100, Orders, MEDPROS printout showing a PHA or physical within the last year, valid ID card, ID tags) and be in uniform. Students who do not meet the MOS, grade or position requirements must have a waiver from the 1/507th PIR, Pathfinder Branch, to enter. TASS Pre Execution checklist will not be accepted, as the WTC form 100 requires units to verify the student received specific items prior to the course. 2. Travel and Lodging: Students should travel with no more than $100 cash and a carryon bag consisting of the following items: uniform, boots, cap, required paperwork and toiletries. Mobile Training Team Students will receive a fax number and or email address to send their flight itineraries in the welcome packet. Itineraries will be utilized to arrange transportation for courses that begin with a 1; for example 101 in ATRRS. All questions should be directed to the host site, not WTC, unless it relates to the POI. Transportation will be provided from the nearest airport. Purchase Courses Units may purchase an Air Assault course and control all quotas. Students will receive a welcome packet from the host unit. These courses begin with a 3; for example 301 in ATRRS. Only students approved through the host site, not WTC, can attend. Units who want to inquire about a course should contact the WTC S-3. All return flights will be scheduled after 1600 hours on the day of graduation. Meals and lodging will be provided by the host site / unit beginning at 1700 hours one day prior to in-processing and one day after graduation. For resident and MTT courses all Students will utilize assigned lodging. Linen will be available; however, it is recommended students bring their own linen. 3. Welcome packets will be emailed to the registered email address that was input through ATRRS. This may be the Soldier, unit or Schools NCO. It is imperative that the students email address is utilized to ensure they receive the welcome packet in a timely manner. The email will be sent approximately 30 days prior to the course start date to all Soldiers enrolled into ATRRS at that time. 4. Air Assault is a mentally demanding school and students should prepare and begin studying well in advance to ensure their success. A guide to success, Memorandum Of Instruction (packing list inside), handbook and other pertinent information can be found on our website at https://www.benning.army.mil/wtc . /////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Course: Bradley Traning Assesment Course ATRRS Course Number: 071-F7 Course Website: https://www.benning.army.mil/wtc/wtc/c/pmgc/index.htm Scope: The BTAC prepares future Bradley Master gunners to attend U.S. Army Bradley Master Gunner School. Training on the M242 25 mm Chain Gun (Open & Closed Book). 1.The candidate must bring the following documents listed below: (a) Orders, DTS, or DA 1610 (b) Battalion Commanders Recommendation Letter (c) Updated ERB or DA 2-1 or USMC equivalent. (e) VCE or BCE Certificate / Re-certified within 1 year (f) IO Certificate / Re-certified within 1 year (g) DA form 705 APFT Card or USMC equivalent. (h) DA form 5500-R Body Fat Content Worksheet (if applicable) (i) BGST Score Card (j) BT VIII Score Card as a Gunner or Bradley Commander (k) BT VIII Waiver if applicable approved by the BFV MG Branch Chief 2. Pre-requisites: Selected personnel should be: (a) MOS 11B, 19D (w/D3 ASI), 21B, 13F, in the ranks of SGT E-5 (w/4 yrs TIS, WLC) to MSG E-8. (b) Certified on BGST within the last 6 months. (c) Must be BCE/VCE certified within six months of attendance. (d) BT VIII qualified within the previous 24 months (waiverable). (e) Meet height and weight standards IAW AR 600-9 upon arrival. (f) Minimum GT score of 100+ (non waiverable) with proof (ERB). 3. Reporting: Students should report to Olsen Hall, Bldg 399 (706) 689-0067 ext. 2501) for lodging upon arrival the day before the course start date. First formation will be 0800hrs the following day at the WTC, Building 4153, 6901 Rosell Street. Any additional questions can be answered by calling the POC. 4. Packing list: General: It is recommended (not required) that all Students, CONUS and OCONUS alike, bring their own FM 3-20.21, TM 9-1005-200-23&P; (M242 Technical Manual) and TM 9-1005-313-23P (M240 Technical Manual). This affords Students the opportunity to write and take notes in the same book that they will utilize to conduct gunnery training and maintenance back at their unit upon graduation. Items such as ACUs (Min 4), Boots, Gortex Jacket /Pants, seasonal PT uniform, beret, ACU soft cap, orange road guard vest and Calculator are required. OCONUS personnel will be afforded the opportunity to draw TA-50 at FT. Benning. CONUS personnel will bring the following TA-50 items. These items are subject to be inspected during in-processing: Bag, Barracks 1 Bag, Clothing Waterproof 1 Parka, Wet Weather 1 (or Gortex) Trousers, Wet Weather 1 (or Gortex) Bag, Sleeping complete 1 Mat, Sleeping 1 Helmet, Advanced Combat Complete 1 Belt, Individual Equipment 1 (or Molle System) Canteen Water, Plastic 1qt 2 (or Camelback) Case Field, First Aid 1 Case, Small Arms 2 (or Molle System) Cover, Canteen 1 qt 2 (or Camelback) Suspenders, LBE / LBV 1 (or Molle System) Overshoes, Boot Combat Grn or Blk 1 pair Ruck Sack Molle complete 1 (or Equivalent) Winter Months (Oct-Feb) will bring: ECWS or equivalent Gloves, cold weather /////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Course: Vehicle Crew Evaluator ATRRS Course Number: 071-F8 Scope: To prepare Soldiers to evaluate BFV crews during BFV gunnery. This course includes training in scoring, engaging, and searching with the BFV. 1. Reporting: Students should report to Olsen Hall, Bldg 399 (706) 689-0067 ext. 2501) for lodging upon arrival the day before the course start date. First formation will be 0800hrs the following day at the WTC, Building 4153, 6901 Rosell Street. Any additional questions can be answered by calling the POC. 2. Packing list: If attending BTAC after the VCE course the packing list is the packing list for BTAC, see above. If not attending BTAC after VCE course the packing list is as follows: FM 3-20.21 Items such as ACU uniform (Min 4) Boots Gortex jacket & pants or field jacket Seasonal IPFU Beret ACU headgear /////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Combatives Level I (964-COMBATIVES) and Level II (964-COMBATIVES LV 2) Scope: Level 1 certified instructors are capable of teaching basic Combatives core Level 1 techniques. They can implement Combatives Level 1 training at the Squad level with oversight from Level 2 certified instructors. Level 2 certified instructors are given a more detailed understanding of core Level 1 techniques, and are given a broadened knowledge of some more advanced fighting techniques. They can implement Combatives Level 1 training at the Platoon level with oversight from Basic Combatives (Level 3) certified instructors. Basic Combatives (Level 3) certified instructors are authorized to teach the Level 1 course as well as run Battalion sized Combatives programs with oversight from Tactical Combatives (Level 4) Instructors. General: The Army National Guard Warrior Training Center teaches Level 1 and Level 2 Instructor courses. We do not implement Soldiers training at any level. It is the duty of the Units to implement Soldier level training utilizing certified Instructors. The Instructor courses are very physically demanding and Instructor candidates should be physically fit and free from medical profiles that would negate their ability to perform Combatives training. 1. Reporting: Soldiers reporting to the WTC Combatives Instructor training at Fort Benning, GA should report to the address below at 0630 hours on the date listed on ATRRS as the Report Date. The address is: A Company, ARNG WTC 6901 Rosell Street, Building 4157 Fort Benning, GA 31905 Students will be lodged at the facility. We do not recommend lodging anywhere else due to the nature and length of the training. A statement of non-availability of government quarters WILL NOT be issued. Meals are not provided but soldier will be released for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Soldiers reporting to MTT Locations should contact their Unit for reporting information. 2. Documentation - Three copies of your orders or DD Form 1610. Ft Benning Soldiers attending a class on FT Benning must present a completed Service School Worksheet from their Unit in lieu of orders. - Medical records annotating current physical or PHA (Physical 2808/2807 or MEDPROS IMR) within ONE (1) YEAR for medical screening. LASIK / PRK and retina injuries must be identified upon arrival. All Soldiers will have a physical dated within ONE (1) YEAR and be cleared for training by their unit medical treatment facility PA or Medical Doctor. - Combatives Level 1 Train the Trainer Certificate for students attending the Level 2 course 3. Packing List Combatives Level 1 - Full set of ACUs (complete with patches) (worn) - Three or more sterile ACUs - 5 tan T-Shirts - Towel - Personal hygiene kit - Shower shoes - Mouth piece - Groin protection - 1 set of IPUs (as appropriate for the season) - Camelback or similar water container Combatives Level 2 - Full set of ACUs (complete with patches) (worn) - Full set of Combat Gear + ACH Helmet + FLC or equivalent + Tactical knee and elbow pads + IBA/OTV complete - Three or more sterile ACUs - 10 tan T-Shirts - Towel - Personal hygiene kit - Shower shoes - Mouth piece - Groin protection - 1 set of IPUs (as appropriate for the season) - Camelback or similar water container. Missing items need to be identified promptly and may be purchased at Fort Benning or local area supply stores. 4. Mobile Training Teams Units interested in purchasing MTTs need to do so through their State Quota Source manager. You may contact the MTT POC above to get preliminary specific information but a formal request needs to go through proper channels. /////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Course: M1A1 Abrams Training Assessment Course (ATAC) ATRRS Course Number: 171-020-F31 (MC) Course Website: https://www.benning.army.mil/wtc/wtc/d/atac/index.htm Course Scope: The M1A1 Abrams Training Assessment Course consists of 14 days of training. The course prepares accomplished Regular Army, Army National Guard, and United States Marine Corps Noncommissioned Officers to attend the M1A1 Master Gunner Course. Instruction focuses on tank automotive maintenance and troubleshooting procedures, and gunnery training management. 1. This course is open to Regular Army and Army National Guard Noncommissioned Officers (MOS 19K), and United States Marine Corps Noncommissioned Officers in the ranks of E-5 through E-8. 2. Soldiers must have the following documents when reporting: 10 Copies of orders Electronic Records Brief (ERB) or DA 2-1 File. DA Form 705 (APFT). Any waivers required to attend M1A1 Master Gunner School signed by authorized Commander (if applicable). 3. Reporting: a. (FY 11 Camp Shelby) Students should report to Building 3575 Avenue C, Camp Shelby, Hattiesburg, MS. It is next to the Contract Dining Facility. Report Time/Date, NLT 2200 Hrs the night prior to 1st day of class. b. (FY 12 Ft. Benning) Students reporting to Fort Benning, GA should make lodging arrangements at Olsen Hall, Bldg 399, (706) 689-0067 ext. 2501 for lodging upon arrival the day before the course start date. The day of the course, report to the address: ARNG WTC 6901 Rosell Street, Building 4165 Fort Benning, GA 31905 c. Reporting uniform will be Civilians or ACUs. Any additional questions can be answered by calling the 1SG or OPS NCO (see numbers on top). 4. Packing list: ACUs (Min 4) Boots Gortex Jacket/Pants, (seasonal) APFT uniform Orange road guard vest Beret ACU soft cap Nomex Mechanic coveralls Calculator Pens Pencils Note pad Highlighters Tabs Flashlight (Head lamp preferred)
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