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UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
Marine Corps Warfighting Lab
Marine Corps Combat Development Command
Quantico, Virginia 22134
21 April 1998
Facilitator Notes
Training Block Outline: How To Train
Ref:
(a) How To Train Your Squad
Encl: (1) HTT 1 Squad Leader Training Responsibilities (and Practical Application Evaluation)
(2) HTT 2 Training Tools (and Practical Application Evaluation)
(3) HTT 3 Individual Skills Training (and Practical Application Evaluation)
(4) HTT 4 Collective Task Training (and Practical Application Evaluation)
(5) HTT - C1 Principles of Learning
(6) HTT - C2 Instruction Skills
(7) HTT - C3 Assessment Skills
(8) HTT - C4 Tactical Decisionmaking Skills
1. The purpose of the How To Train Training Block is to train the squad leader to train his
Marines.
2. This training block consists of four (4) lectures, four (4) assigned presentations for student
practical application, and four (4) coaching workshops. See Enclosures.
HTT 1:
HTT 2:
HTT 3:
HTT 4:
Squad Leader Training Responsibilities
Training Tools
Individual Skills Training
Collective Task Training
HTT 1 - PA:
HTT 2 - PA:
HTT 3 - PA:
HTT 4 - PA:
Troop Information Brief
Opportunity Training Brief
Individual Skills Training Brief
Collective Task Training Brief
HTT - C1:
HTT - C2:
HTT - C3:
HTT - C4:
Coaching Workshop 1 - Principles of Learning
Coaching Workshop 2 - Instruction Skills
Coaching Workshop 3 - Assessment Skills
Coaching Workshop 4 - Tactical Decisionmaking Skills
3. This training block uses a single student reference, Reference (a), How To Train Your
Squad. Each student and each instructor needs a copy of this reference.
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4. Each instructor needs a copy of the following references:
a. MCO 15 (b) MCO 1510.35C INDIVIDUAL TRAINING STANDARDS (ITS) SYSTEM
FOR THE INFANTRY (ENLISTED) OCCUPATIONAL FIELD (OCCFLD) 03
b. Platoon SOP
c. MCWP 3-11.5 Marine Infantry Squad
d. MCWP 3-11.6 Scouting and Patrolling
5. The four lectures and four student presentations will be led by the primary instructors on a
1:12 basis.
6. The four coaching seminars will be led by a guest instructor on a 1:12 basis.
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UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
Marine Corps Warfighting Lab
Marine Corps Combat Development Command
Quantico, Virginia 22134
21 April 1998
Facilitator Notes
HTT 1: Squad Leader Training Responsibilities
Ref:
(a) How To Train Your Squad
(b) MCO 1510.25C Troop Information Program
Encl: (1) Troop Information Assignments
(2) Evaluation Sheet
1. Have Marines read Section 1 of Reference (a), How To Train Your Squad.
a. Read and discuss page 1-1, “What are My Training Responsibilities?”
Discuss the training responsibilities of the squad leader.
b. Read and discuss page 1-2. “Who Supports Me?”
c. Read and discuss page 1-3. “Guidelines for Training”
2. Discuss Reference (b), MCO 1510.25C, Troop Information Program.
a. List some of the briefs required.
b. Discuss the squad leader’s responsibilities for keeping his Marines informed.
3. Make Troop Information Assignments. See Enclosure (1). Feel free to change assignments as
needed. Refer to training schedule for place and time of evaluation.
4. During evaluation, evaluate each Marines’ presentation. Encourage peer participation. Ask
policy questions. Coach Marines. Complete one copy of Enclosure (2) on each Marine.
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Troop Information Assignments
Assign one of the following subjects to each Marine. For the evaluation, each Marine will study
his policy and prepare a five minute troop information brief for his squad without using notes.
1. Commandant’s Statement on Equal Opportunity
2. Base Safety Policy
3. PFT Revision
4. Marksmanship Training Order Change
5. Mentoring
6. Entitlements During Deployments
7. Marine and NCO of the Quarter and Year Personal Recognition Program
8. Uniform Regulation Change
9. Military Incentive Awards Program
10. Control of Alcoholic Beverages Order
11. Littering
12. Procedures for Handling Requests for Political Asylum
13. Personally Owned Weapons
14. Annual Leave in conjunction with Special Liberty
15. Meritorious Promotion
16. White Letter on Hate Groups
17. White Letter on Off-Base Wear of Utilities
18. TRICARE Policy Guidelines
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How To Train
Evaluation Sheet
Student
Event
1. Did the Squad Leader start by stating the purpose
of the training and the standard to aim for?
2. Was the Squad Leader Confident?
Did he know his material?
3. Did he maintain the student’s interest?
Did he question the students?
4. Was the training complete and correct?
Did he answer the students questions?
5. Would his squad have understood the material?
Overall Average
6. What are the Squad Leader’s Strengths?
7. What are the Squad Leader’s Weaknesses?
8. Additional Comments:
Date
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UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
Marine Corps Warfighting Lab
Marine Corps Combat Development Command
Quantico, Virginia 22134
21 April 1998
Facilitator Notes
HTT 2: Training Tools
Ref:
(a) How To Train Your Squad
(b) MCO 1510.35C INDIVIDUAL TRAINING STANDARDS (ITS) SYSTEM FOR
THE INFANTRY (ENLISTED) OCCUPATIONAL FIELD (OCCFLD) 03
(c) Platoon SOP
(d) MCWP 3-11.5 Marine Infantry Squad
(e) MCWP 3-11.6 Scouting and Patrolling.
Encl: (1) Opportunity Training Assignments
(2) Evaluation Sheet
1. Read and discuss Section 2, “What Tools Support My Training?” of Reference (a), How To
Train Your Squad.
a. Read and discuss page 2-1, “What Training Needs to be Done?” Step through a sample
company mission which drives platoon missions, which drive numerous Collective Tasks
and Individual Skills. Have the students contribute additional individual skills needed.
b. Read and discuss page 2-2, “What are Individual Skills?” Using examples from the ITS
manual, Reference (b), discuss Tasks, Conditions and Standards. Discuss breaking a task
into smaller tasks for training.
c. Read and discuss page 2-3, “What are Collective Tasks?” Using examples from the
Platoon SOP, Reference (c), discuss types of collective tasks. Clarify the difference
between ordinary collective tasks and standardized battle drills.
d. Read and discuss page 2-4, “How Do I Use References?” Discuss strengths and
weaknesses of Reference (d), MCWP 3-11.5 Marine Infantry Squad and Reference (e)
MCWP 3-11.6 Scouting and Patrolling. Discuss the ITS manual, Reference (b). Discuss
the non-applicability of the MBST manual for infantry training.
2. Discuss Opportunity Training. Read and discuss page 3-5 of Reference (a), “What is
Opportunity Training?” Clarify opportunity training can be either individual or collective
skills. Using Enclosure (1), Opportunity Training Assignments, assign each student an
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individual skills weapons or equipment brief. Clarify the availability of the ITS manual and
other training manuals. Refer to the training schedule for location and time of evaluation.
3. During the evaluation, evaluate each student’s presentation. Complete one copy of Enclosure
(2), Evaluation Sheet, for each student. Ask questions. Encourage peer review.
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Opportunity Training Assignments
Assign one of the following Individual skills to each Marine. For the evaluation, each Marine
will prepare a thirty minute class to train his squad to that standard, using the references shown.
1. Field Expedient BZO the M16A2 service rifle
FMFM 0-9
Task 0300.2.6
2. Mount the AN/PAQ-4B to an M16A2 service rifle
TM 09596C-12&P/1A
Task 0300.2.6 (steps 1-2)
3. Boresight the AN/PAQ-4B to the M16A2 service rifle TM 09596C-12&P/1A
Task 0300.2.6 (steps 3-9)
4. Load the M249 SAW both magazine and belt
MCWP 3-15.1
5. Zero the M249 SAW
6. Adjust the gas regulator on the M249 SAW.
MCWP 3-15.1
Task 0311.2.1
MCWP 3-15.1
7. Adjust and use the quadrant sight on the M203
TM 9-1010-221-10 / DEC84
8. Clear a Misfire on the M203.
TM 9-1010-221-10 / DEC84
9. Load and unload the M203
TM 9-1010-221-10 / DEC84
10. Change the barrel on the M240-G
MCWP3-15.1
11. Zero the M240-G
MCWP3-15.1
12. Adjust the ANPVS-4 for proper vision
MCWP 3-15.1 / MCI 03.21a
13. Mount the ANPVS-4 to the M240-G
MCWP 3-15.1 / MCI 03.21a
14. Use the Range Estimation Scale on the ANPVS-4
MCWP 3-15.1 / MCI 03.21a
15. Set the Head space and Timing on the M2-.50 cal.
16. Check the Electrical circuit on the M18A1 mine
MCWP 3-15.1
Task 0331.3.1 (steps 7-9)
FM 23-23
17. Lay and arm the M18A1 mine
FM 23-23
18. Engage targets with the AT-4
FM 23-25
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How To Train
Evaluation Sheet
Student
Event
1. Did the Squad Leader start by stating the purpose
of the training and the standard to aim for?
2. Was the Squad Leader Confident?
Did he know his material?
3. Did he maintain the student’s interest?
Did he question the students?
4. Was the training complete and correct?
Did he answer the students questions?
5. Would his squad have understood the material?
Overall Average
6. What are the Squad Leader’s Strengths?
7. What are the Squad Leader’s Weaknesses?
8. Additional Comments:
Date
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UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
Marine Corps Warfighting Lab
Marine Corps Combat Development Command
Quantico, Virginia 22134
21 April 1998
Facilitator Notes
HTT 3: Individual Skills Training
Ref:
(a) How To Train Your Squad
(b) MCO 1510.35C INDIVIDUAL TRAINING STANDARDS (ITS) SYSTEM FOR
THE INFANTRY (ENLISTED) OCCUPATIONAL FIELD (OCCFLD) 03
Encl: (1) Individual Skills Training Assignments
(2) Evaluation Sheet
1. Read and discuss Section 3, “How Do I Conduct Training?” of Reference (a), How To Train
Your Squad.
a. Read and discuss page 3-1, “How Do I Train Individual Skills?” Emphasize the first step
to any training is stating the training goal and the standard to be met. Demonstrate an
example of individual training. Discuss Reference (b), MCO 1510.35C.
b. Read and discuss page 3-4, “How Do I Evaluate My Squad?”
c. Read and discuss pages 3-6 and 3-7, “Tips for Training.”
2. Discuss Individual Skills Training. Using Enclosure (1), Individual Skills Training
Assignments, assign each student a training brief. Clarify the availability of the ITS manual
and other training manuals. Refer to the training schedule for location and time of evaluation.
3. During the evaluation, evaluate each student’s presentation. Complete one copy of Enclosure
(2), Training Evaluation Sheet, for each student. Ask questions. Encourage peer review.
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Individual Skills Training Assignments
Assign one of the following subjects to each Marine. For the evaluation, each Marine will find
the standard in MCO 1510.35C for his assignment. He will prepare a thirty minute class to train
his squad to that standard.
1. Start a fire without a match
Task 0300.7.2
2. Construct a underground water still
Task 0300.7.6
3. Communicate using a field expedient antenna.
Task 0300.3.6
4. Communicate using visual signals
Task 0300.3.7
5. Remove a sentry
Task 0300.8.1
6. Water proof individual weapon and equipment
Task 0300.8.2
7. Prepare an overlay
Task 0300.1.15
8. Clear a room
Task 0300.1.7
9. Neutralize a booby trap
Task 0300.5.12
10. Tie Knots
Task 0300.8.4
11. Install a M18-A1 Claymore mine.
Task 0300.5.10
12. Select routes using a map
Task 0300.4.3
13. Assemble the AN/PRC-119 SINCGARS Radio
Task 0300.3.2
14. Neutralize enemy mine
Task 0300.5.11
15. ID enemy and friendly aircraft
Task 0300.1.2
16. Install a hot loop
Task 0300.3.5
17. Determine a point on a map (Intersection)
Task 0300.4.1
18. Determine a point on a map (Resection)
Task 0300.4.2
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How To Train
Evaluation Sheet
Student
Event
1. Did the Squad Leader start by stating the purpose
of the training and the standard to aim for?
2. Was the Squad Leader Confident?
Did he know his material?
3. Did he maintain the student’s interest?
Did he question the students?
4. Was the training complete and correct?
Did he answer the students questions?
5. Would his squad have understood the material?
Overall Average
6. What are the Squad Leader’s Strengths?
7. What are the Squad Leader’s Weaknesses?
8. Additional Comments:
Date
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UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
Marine Corps Warfighting Lab
Marine Corps Combat Development Command
Quantico, Virginia 22134
21 April 1998
Facilitator Notes
HTT 4: Collective Task Training
Ref:
(a) How To Train Your Squad
(b) MCWP 3-11.5 Marine Infantry Squad
(c) MCWP 3-11.6 Scouting and Patrolling
(d) Platoon SOP
Encl: (1) Collective Task Training Assignments
(2) Evaluation Sheet
1. Read and discuss Section 3, “How Do I Conduct Training?” of Reference (a), How To Train
Your Squad.
a. Read and discuss page 3-2, “How Do I Train Collective Tasks?” Emphasize the first step
to any training is stating the training goal and the standard to be met. Demonstrate an
example of collective training.
b. Read and discuss page 3-3, “How Do I Conduct Leadership Training?”
2. Discuss published sources for collective training materials: References (b) and (c). Discuss
unit SOPs, see Reference (d).
3. Using Enclosure (1), Collective Task Training Assignments, assign each student a brief.
Refer to the training schedule for location and time of evaluation.
4. During the evaluation, evaluate each student’s presentation. Complete one copy of Enclosure
(2), Evaluation Sheet, for each student. Ask questions. Encourage peer review.
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Collective Task Training Assignments
Assign one of the following task to each Marine. For the evaluation, each Marine will find the
task in the reference or use his own unit reference for his assignment. He will prepare a thirty
minute class to train his squad on the task to his standard.
The following task can be found in MCWP 3-11.5, MCWP 3-11.6 or the Platoon SOP.
1. Establish an Objective Rally Point
2. Crossing a linear Danger Area
3. Crossing a open Danger Area
4. Conduct Security Halt
5. Conduct a Hasty Ambush
6. Conduct a Link Up
7. React to Chance Contact
8. React to Snipers
9. React to Indirect Fires
10. React to Air Attack
11. React to Near Ambush
12. React to Far Ambush
13. React to Chemical Attack
14. Breach a wire obstacle
15. Establish an LZ for a UH-1N
16. Consolidate and reorganize
17. Passing the count
18. Handling Prisoners of War
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How To Train
Evaluation Sheet
Student
Event
1. Did the Squad Leader start by stating the purpose
of the training and the standard to aim for?
2. Was the Squad Leader Confident?
Did he know his material?
3. Did he maintain the student’s interest?
Did he question the students?
4. Was the training complete and correct?
Did he answer the students questions?
5. Would his squad have understood the material?
Overall Average
6. What are the Squad Leader’s Strengths?
7. What are the Squad Leader’s Weaknesses?
8. Additional Comments:
Date