Rifleman Radio Training Guide
Rifleman Radio Training Guide
(version 2.3)
Date: 2016-07-20
CYBER CoE - Signal School
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Table Of Contents
The mounted Rifleman Radio configuration has additional mounting bases, cables,
antennas and power amplifiers. Rifleman Radio is a key part of the Soldier’s
toolkit supporting the Department of Defense (DoD) movement toward Network-Centric
Operations and Warfare (NCOW) at all tactical levels. Rifleman Radio will be an
essential element in producing the information superiority environment Soldiers
require at the tactical level. Rifleman Radio provides increased situational
awareness from leaders on the ground, via the tactical network, to the Combatant
Commander and supports the Joint Mission Area Communications and Computer
environments.
Rifleman radio operates in the Soldier Radio Waveform (SRW) with the ability to
interconnect with a multiple of other radio platforms. One of the unique
capabilities of Rifleman Radio is it allows users to communicate with each other,
even if they are not in range of one another. Voice, PLI, and data will relay and
retransmit through other radios that are in the network and in range. This
networking of the radios is established and maintained automatically, in a
tactical environment, without infrastructure. This differs from traditional
radios by providing (in addition to voice services) “Last Mile” broadband data
communications link; allowing development of numerous smart devices that would
traditionally be ineffective without connectivity back to a Command and Control
Network. Rifleman Radio will use existing key and mission data loading devices,
such as the Simple Key Loader (SKL) to load the mission data, configuration data,
and COMSEC keys. Rifleman Radio will be multi-purpose capable to allow for
static, vehicular and dismounted operations using vehicular power, rechargeable
and non-rechargeable batteries. The first unit equipped (FUE) was October 2012.
2.0 Target Audience
TARGET AUDIENCE
Category Job
Military Occupational
Specialty (MOS)
Operator
Crew Level
Signal Support Systems Specialist 25U Skill Level 1-4
Maintenance
Supply
Repairer
Trainer
Additional Information/Requirements:
The Rifleman Radio will be operated by General Purpose Users (GPU). In accordance
with (IAW) AR 750-1 and FM 6-02.43, the 25U will perform field maintenance and 94E
will perform sustainment maintenance.
3.0 Assumptions
The Army Sustainable Readiness Model may interject fielding and training
constraints.
4.0 Training Constraints
Soldiers. hand-on-training.
The Rifleman Radio training concept will be developed in accordance with (IAW) One
Army School System (OASS) guidance. All Soldiers will receive standardized
training regardless of the component. Training will be implemented in three
phases: New Equipment Training (NET), Unit Training, and Institutional Training as
defined in TRADOC Regulation (TR) 350-70 Army Learning Policy and Systems, 6 Dec
11.
Program Executive Officer (PEO), Project Manager (PM), and Materiel Developer
(MATDEV), will collaborate with United States Army Cyber Center of Excellence
(USACyberCoE) Training Developer (TNGDEV) to develop the System Training Plan
(STRAP), Training Support Packages (TSP), and Warfighter Training Support Package
(WTSP). Training materials will be developed in the Training Development
Capability (TDC) database using the Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation,
and Evaluation (ADDIE) process for all three training domains IAW TR 350-70.
The MATDEV and TNGDEV will develop operator, maintainer, and Doctrine Tactics
Training (DTT) for institutional training. The doctrine and tactics training
strategy provides training when required and feasible prior to NET/Displaced
Equipment Training (DET), and it ends before sustainment training begins. This
training is not part of a stand-alone strategy, but an integral part of the
overall training strategy/package. The DTT will provide training materials to the
New Equipment Training Team (NETT) to field AC and RC units IAW AR 73-1 and DA PAM
73-1.
All digital training materials will be entered into and managed through the TDC
database. This information drives embedded training and Interactive Multimedia
Instructions (IMI) products development for Distributed Learning (DL). Sharable
Content Object Reference Model (SCORM) conformance is mandatory. The IMI products
will be uploaded into the Army Learning Management System (ALMS). Individual and
collective tasks updates will be used to update the Digital Training Management
System and the Combined Arms Training Strategies (CATS). The TSP will be modified
to become the WTSPs with the addition of CATS. The final TSP and WTSP will be
loaded on the Central Army Registry (CAR). These programs can be accessed via the
Army Training Network (ATN).
5.1 New Equipment Training Concept (NET)
Rifleman Radio NET is the MATDEV responsibility and will be conducted by the
Product Manager (PdM) or a selected contractor. New equipment training will be
monitored by the USACyberCoE & FG Directorate of Training (DOT). New equipment
training will include individual training products prepared and developed IAW the
training requirements analysis system (TRAS) process, Training Development
Capability (TDC) database, or an approved automated training development database,
and TRADOC Regulation 350-70 and TRADOC Pamphlet 525-8-2 w/C1 06 Jun 2011.
Product Manager will develop Rifleman Radio NET Training Support Plan and provide
it to USACyberCoE & FG DOT and the test manager NLT 90 days prior to the start of
test.
The NET will be based on the results of the ADDIE process, which will be used to
input the Training Requirements Analysis System (TRAS). The training methods will
be based on the Army Learning Model (ALM). All the digital training materials
will be entered into the TDC.
The NET Plan will be documented by the PM in the Army Modernization Training
Automation System (AMTAS) IAW DA PAM 350-40. The Product Manager is responsible
to ensure NET is conducted at the receiving units when the system is delivered.
The units will be responsible to conduct sustainment and proficiency training on
the system after receiving the NET. New equipment training details will be in the
New Equipment Training Plan (NETP). The PdM will determine training times and
locations for resident training provided by manufacturers unless previously
defined within the STRAP.
Rifleman Radio will require operator and maintainer NET for Instructors and Key
Personnel Training (IKPT). The PdM shall provide required IKPT to USACyberCoE &
FG, along with the required training materials and equipment, prior to start of
institutional training. The materials will then be incorporated into
institutional training course Programs of Instruction (POI) by USACyberCoE & FG
and distributed to other TRADOC schools as required. The Army will provide
oversight of IKPT in coordination with the PdM for Operator and Maintainer
Training. The IKPT training materials will be provided by the material
developer. Information security training and safety requirements will be
incorporated in the courses as appropriate. Additional training may be optioned
as coordinated between the PdM and the Army.
The NET strategy is based on AR 350-1 in conjunction with the NET requirements and
is the responsibility of the PdM. The strategy will be coordinated with the
USACyberCoE & FG. At a minimum the NET for Rifleman Radio will include two
training courses; operator and maintainer. The TSP will include, but is not
limited to, an individual and collective task list, POI, Lesson Plans (LP),
Technical Manuals (TM), and student and instructor guides.
The Product Manager is responsible for NET at each of the following: (1) Test
Player Training, (2) IKPT (3) Unit NET upon receiving RR System.
Instructors and key personnel training will be conducted at least a year prior to
first fielding to allow training developers at all directorates to review lesson
plans IAW TRADOC timelines.
The training concept for RC units shall be the same as for the AC.
Rifleman Radio Initial Operational Capability (IOC) was achieved in 2QFY12 when a
Brigade Combat Team (BCT) attained the capability. This was achieved when one
BCT was equipped, trained, passed an operational test, and became
logistically supportable. Rifleman Radio will achieve Full Operational
Capability (FOC) in FY 25 when the units in a given Army Sustainable
Readiness Model are equipped and trained .
5.2 Displaced Equipment Training (DET)
Not Applicable.
5.3 Doctrine and Tactics Training (DTT)
The New Materiel Introductory Briefing (NMIB) Team will provide the gaining
commanders and staffs with all essential information needed to facilitate the
Rifleman Radio fielding. The DTT is required and will be an integral part of the
NET TSP. The DTT will address changes to the unit's-how-to-fight doctrine that
will occur once Rifleman Radio is fielded. The Doctrine Division, Directorate of
Training (DOT), is responsible for developing and providing the MATDEV with the
DTT for NET. The training will support the requirements of the NET Strategy and
the NET TSP will reflect the most current DTT documentation.
5.4 Training Test Support Package (TTSP)
The initial TTSP will be provided to the Operational Test Command (OTC) 18 months
before the operational test. The final TTSP will be provided to OTC no later than
90 days before test as specified in the Outline Test Plan (OTP). The TTSP will be
developed by a TNGDEV from the USACyberCoE & FG, and will be used to train the
test players who will participate in the operational test conducted by OTC. The
final TTSP will outline and describe the method and procedures for evaluating and
certifying individual, collective, and Battle Staff pre-test training.
Training schedule
POI for each Military Occupational Specialty/SSI affected
The Army External Evaluation/Mission Training Plan (MTP) or changes to the
MTP
List of training devices, embedded training components, and simulators
Target audience description
Soldier training publications or changes
Crew drills
Lesson plans
Ammunition, targets, and ranges required for training
Critical Military Occupational Specialty task list
FMs or changes to FMs
6.0 Institutional Training Domain
Active Component and RC will receive the same training. Individual tasks will be
taught at the institution and collective tasks are the responsibility of unit
commanders. Institutional training will start in sufficient time to provide
trained replacements for the first units equipped with the system. The date TBD,
but not later than one year after First Unit Equipped Date (FUED) unless the
system fielding schedule justifies starting institutional training at a later
date. This training is also dependent upon fielding of Rifleman Radio equipment,
facility readiness, and the availability of the Rifleman Radio at the Cyber
Center.
6.1 Institutional Training Concept and Strategy
Rifleman Radio operator's course will be provided to the GPU and conducted at all
TRADOC and DoD schools during institutional training. The course will cover, at a
minimum, an overview and description of the theory of operation, initialization,
functionality and preventive and corrective maintenance tasks. Additionally,
institutional training for all personnel requiring maintenance training will be
conducted at USACyberCoE & FG, unless otherwise specified by the specified target
audience(s) proponent training center. This training will be taught during IET
and Noncommissioned Officer Education System (NCOES) Courses.
6.1.1 Product Lines
Digital information will be shared with the Central Army Registry (CAR) on the
Army Training Network (ATN), LandWarNet e-University (LWNeU), or other military
training repositories as necessary, and with new repositories as they evolve
through the ATIA. Training Products (individual tasks, collective tasks, drills,
TSPs, etc.) will be developed, maintained, and stored in TDC or current Army
approved automated system for delivery to the operational forces through the
Digital Training Management System (DTMS).
6.1.1.1.3 Management Capabilities
The ALMS and other LMS (as used by other TRADOC and DoD proponents) are
infrastructure platforms through which learning content must be delivered and
managed. They should consist of a combination of hardware and software tools that
perform a variety of functions related to online and offline training
administration, as well as student and performance management. The ALMS/LMS
should manage both the content and the users, and be flexible enough to expand
with growth and maturity of the system and the organization it supports. The
ALMS/LMS should provide the capability to author and manage courseware and content
delivery. They must work with Learning Content Management Systems (LCMS), using
learning objects for reuse and syndication. This management system may also
interface with a development environment for rapid upgrades. The ALMS/LMS should
track student progression through lessons, exercises, and evaluations. The ALMS
will be capable of downloading student academic records, tracking student
progression, and sending the data back to the LWNeU ( https://lwn.army.mil/ ).
Other LMS may have access to other information repositories that track student
academic progress.
6.1.1.1.4 Other Enabling Capabilities
The MATDEV shall conduct an individual task analysis in conjunction with the
USACyber CoE & FG's Signal School and develop all training products in the TDC
database and IAW TR 350-70. The MATDEV shall develop training products as
required (WTSPs, evaluation instruments with multiple variations, test
administration guides, and training/job aids to include devices). The MATDEV will
ensure all training data and documentation is complete and updated to the latest
requirements (for use in follow-on/subsequent training and used as part of the NET
Package). Training packages shall evolve to and become the re-trainable NET
package. Products and deliverables shall be consistent with the training need and
the delivery of the Rifleman Radio based upon events identified per the
overarching schedule/detailed paths/entrance and exit criteria for each milestone
leading to full operational capability.
6.1.1.2.1 Courseware
After completion of NET, the verified Rifleman Radio TSP shall be provided to the
unit to support sustainment training.
6.1.1.2.2 Courses
The operator course will be provided to the GPU at any skill level and conducted
at TRADOC and DoD schools during institutional training. Additionally,
institutional training for all personnel requiring maintenance and network
management training will be conducted at Cyber CoE, unless otherwise identified by
the specified target audience(s) proponent training center.
The 25U and 94E will receive the operator course and the field level maintenance
course.
6.1.1.2.3 Training Publications
Systems are not issued to radio operator's allowing for retrieval of Electronic
Technical Manuals through electronic means. Therefore, the MATDEV will develop
hard copy Technical Manuals for use by Rifleman Radio operators containing Repair
Parts and Special Tools List (RPSTL) Appendix. The USACyberCoE & FG will
coordinate with other CoE proponent schools in developing doctrinally based CATS
that will cover unit, individual, and self-development training strategies. The
CATS development policy, procedures, and implementation will follow HQ TRADOC
guidance. The USACyberCoE & FG shall develop a branch-specific Student Training
Publication (STP) that will contain critical tasks and other training information
used to provide standardized individual training to Soldiers. The STP can be
published in electronic form through the Army wide Doctrine and Training
Literature Program (ADTLP). The CATS supports both home station training as well
as the sustainment of infrequent critical tasks during deployment operations.
6.1.1.2.4 Training Support Package (TSP)
The TNGDEV will use the NET TSP (See paragraph 5.1) as the basis for developing
the TSP required to support institutional and unit sustainment training.
Individual and collective Rifleman Radio TSP will be developed. The TSP will be
designed to support effective training for operators, maintainers, and leaders in
a classroom environment. The TSP will include: web based level 3 IMI training
products, computer based training, LP, POI, DTT, TTP, and TM. Training materials
will be developed to train the full functionality of the Rifleman Radio. All IMI
and computer based training will be SCORM compliant and the POI and LP will be
developed utilizing the TDC database.
6.1.1.3 TADSS
Rifleman Radios are required by the TRADOC CoEs, schools, and training centers.
The TADSS requirements will be coordinated with the Program Executive Officer
(PEO), Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation (STRI) as they are identified.
The Rifleman Radios modeling information (content and functionality) will be
provided to PEO STRI (PM-ACTT) and TCM Gaming so the Rifleman Radio can be
included in appropriate gaming applications. Training times and locations will be
provided when the fielding and test schedules are known. This TADSS requirement
will also be coordinated with TCM Live, Virtual, and Constructive Training
Environment (LVCTE) for the integration of training enablers and tools to support
individual and collective training to the Army. Training will be supported by
extensive help screens in the user interface.
6.1.1.3.1 Training Aids
Visual aids will be used by the instructor to describe the Rifleman Radio and its
components to students. Graphic slides will be developed to aid the instructor in
conducting task-based training.
6.1.1.3.2 Training Devices
Not Applicable
6.1.1.3.4 Simulations
Integration with LVCTE simulation requirements will be coordinated with PEO STRI
as they are identified.
6.1.1.3.5 Instrumentation
Rifleman Radio will require proper frequency clearance and the right to operate in
support of training conducted on ranges. This includes environmental clearance
and airspace coordination with range control and any other applicable agency that
authorizes units to operate the radio on their platforms while conducting range
training.
6.1.1.4.2 Maneuver Training Areas (MTA)
The Army's Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT), Armor Brigade Combat Team (ABCT),
Stryker Brigade Combat Team (SBCT) and future force equipped Brigades will all
utilize MTAs to conduct operational and unit training. Proper coordination with
range control to operate the Rifleman Radio on the vehicle platforms that are
participating in training on these MTAs is anticipated. This includes airspace
approval as well as any environmental prerequisites that may apply .
6.1.1.4.3 Classrooms
Not Applicable
6.1.1.4.5 Logistics Support Areas
Rifleman Radio maintenance will fall under the Army's new two-level maintenance
concept. Logistics support areas will be needed to support the storage and quick
delivery of Rifleman Radio Line Replacement Units (LRU) and components to field
and sustainment maintenance locations. These logistics activities will perform
repairable management logistic support on a part by part basis with the
sustainment maintenance activity to ensure the Rifleman Radio remain operable at
all times.
6.1.1.4.6 Mission Command Training Centers (MCTC)
Command systems are an integral component of training Army leaders. With the
integration of Rifleman Radios, there will be a need to design and build the
physical and logical components and their behaviors into battle simulation
software. The networking and communications capability of the platforms in a
network environment are a key component to battle command systems. Integration of
the platform communications system is a must for Command, Control, Communications,
Computers, Combat Systems, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C5ISR)
training to be a realistic experience.
6.1.1.5 Training Services
The USACyberCoE & FG's DOT, along with the TRADOC Capability Manager for Tactical
Radios (TCM-TR) will be responsible for implementing management support services
in support of the Rifleman Radio. These life cycle management services will
support changes and updates to training materials and products across the training
domains. As new requirements and technology emerge, Rifleman Radio hardware and
software updates will follow. The TCM-TR will manage emerging requirements and
technology, while DOT manages the changes to training materials and products as a
result of these Rifleman Radio upgrades.
6.1.1.5.2 Acquisition Support Services
Not Applicable
6.1.2 Architectures and Standards Component
The following SV diagram depicts Rifleman Radio nodes and the systems resident at
these nodes to support organizations/human roles represented by operational nodes
of the OV. This product also shows Rifleman Radio interfaces. The primary
exchanges illustrated in this SV-1 are tactical information, PLI, and network
management relevant data. The operational plan is assumed to have already been
received and therefore not shown graphically.
6.1.2.3 Technical View (TV)
TBD
6.1.3 Management, Evaluation, and Resource (MER) Processes Component
The MER Processes Component employs best business practices to plan, implement,
and sustain the TSS. They are the overarching business practices that enable
informed training support decisions in support of training requirements. These
processes consider both internal and external drivers that impact TSS and guide
the development, maintenance, and sustainment of the TSS.
6.1.3.1 Management
The USACyberCoE & FG Directorate of Training (DOT) and Combat Doctrine Integration
Division (CDID), in close coordination with the TRADOC Capability Manager for
Tactical Radios (TCM-TR), will manage the Rifleman Radio effort as the Training
Developer and Combat Developer, respectively. Embedded in the Directorate of
training are training specialists/developers, charged with ensuring all aspects of
training are identified and implemented. Both organizations will participate in
strategy development with regards to tactical operations and training. Both
organizations will monitor, comment on, and attend concept development and
experimentation meetings dealing with the Rifleman Radio. Training requirements
will be developed and incorporated in requirements documents and a System Training
Plan (STRAP) is developed and updated as required by the Joint Capabilities
Integration and development System (JCIDS).
6.1.3.1.1 Strategic Planning
Army Training XXI (ATXXI) is the Army's training strategy to ensure Army XXI
realizes its potential through battle-focused training using state-of-the-art
training support capabilities. It is a modernization effort that encompasses the
three Force XXI axes through collective, individual, and systems training. The
ATXXI Campaign Plan implements the ATXXI training strategy using three training
axes: Warfighter XXI, Warrior XXI, and Warfighter Modernization (WarMod) XXI. The
Army Training XXI Campaign Plan and the supporting Army Training XXI Support Plan
define the ATXXI training strategy through three training axes. These
training axes support unit, institutional (including distributed learning (DL) and
self-development), and Army Modernization Training (AMT). They are interdependent
and mutually supporting. The axes rely heavily on information technology to
support modernized classrooms, DL, training development, testing, and training
management. U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command will ensure meeting the
Army's requirement for tough, realistic training by using Force XXI Information
Age Technologies and a mix of virtual, constructive, gaming, and live training
environments. One of the Army's top priorities is "digitizing the battlefield" to
provide seamless digital Maneuver Combat (MC) capabilities throughout the fighting
force. Multiple initiatives are underway to harness microprocessor and
information technology to maintain an edge in projecting and employing power on
future battlefields and to embed complex, combined arms, structured training into
the digitized force. The technologies cover a wide range, from simple conversion
of text to digital formats in Synthetic Environments with high fidelity digital
representations of actual terrain.
6.1.3.1.2 Concept Development and Experimentation (CD&E)
Not Applicable
6.1.3.1.3 Research and Studies
Existing training POIs and courses already in place will need to be updated for
all schools and centers that will train Rifleman Radio. The Rifleman Radio
training materials and products will also need to be incorporated and synchronized
with LWNeU DL courses. Training materials must also be synchronized with the
Operational and Self-Development Domains as well.
6.1.3.1.7 Joint Training Support
Rifleman Radio training in all training domains must be evaluated to ensure our
Soldiers receive effective and up to date/relevant training. The evaluation
of Rifleman Radio training, training materials and products will provide the
feedback needed to make modifications and adjustments to training materials,
products, facilities, delivery methods and classroom size. The Rifleman Radio
training evaluation will employ a variety of techniques. The following evaluation
methods will be used at a minimum: Quality Assurance (QA) Assessments, Customer
Critiques and Feedback, Lessons Learned (LL), and After Action Reviews (AAR).
6.1.3.2.1 Quality Assurance (QA)
The Cyber CoE Quality Assurance Office (QAO) will use proven techniques to
determine the quality of training provided by the institution. Internal
evaluations will focus on the presentation of the tasks at the institution, the
course content, and the instructor presentation of material. The QAO will be
responsible for conducting any Post Fielding Training Effectiveness Analysis
(PFTEA). Observations will be reported to the DOT for corrective actions.
6.1.3.2.2 Assessments
The Cyber CoE QAO conducts assistance visits with selected units and
organizations. They provide spot-checks and assign an assessment ratings of
"Met", "Met with Comment", "Not Met", or "Higher Headquarters Issue (HHI)" for
each area. The Cyber CoE QAO gives specific attention to all areas TRADOC rated
as anything other than "Met". For courses that are not reviewed by TRADOC, QAO
conducts a thorough review of the checklists and supporting documentation.
Applicable key leaders receive feedback via a formal out brief and/or a written
assessment in the Sustain/Improve/Develop format used by the TRADOC evaluation
team.
6.1.3.2.3 Customer Feedback
The Soldiers we train are our greatest feedback source for conducting internal
quality assurance of training. The student critique is a great assessment tool
for evaluating the effectiveness of the TSS and can be used to make necessary
adjustments to training products, classroom size, and POI/lesson plans. The goal
of the feedback process is for the course managers and senior instructors to
incorporate student opinions in the overall training evaluation process.
6.1.3.2.4 Lessons Learned/After-Action Reviews (AARs)
System specific training, and related Training Support System (TSS), resource
requirements are discussed in previous paragraphs and subparagraphs of this
STRAP. Program Managers and training resource planners/managers must refer to
each of those paragraphs to identify, list, quantify and aggregate TSS product
resource requirements to formulate and support POM/budget and resource
submissions.
The Rifleman Radio CPD specifies training is properly resourced by the Program
Objective Memorandum (POM) briefing presented by the MATDEV. Radios needed for
training at all proponent CoEs and schools, including Reserve components must be
funded by the PM and included in the system fielding plan. This requirement also
includes IKPT requirements.
Life cycle changes and updates to training products are managed by each proponent
school that is designated to conduct institutional training in their respective
courses. Changes and updates to the POI for each course that conducts Rifleman
Radio training may at times require additional resources to support training
changes. Changes to POIs that are identified as needing additional resources are
vetted through HQ TRADOC. Once these updates or resource changes to the POI are
analyzed and approved by HQ TRADOC, a request is then generated to acquire the
needed resources to support the new training requirement. If funds are needed
then they will be requested by HQ TRADOC to DA. Once approved by DA, then a
request will be placed into the POM to get the needed training resources. This is
an ongoing process that continues throughout the life of the fielded equipment
system as it is trained in a TRADOC school.
Other
Rationale: TNGDEVs are needed to develop and maintain the programs of instruction
and other outputs of the TDC process. Military will be used in different areas
within the training program. Travel/Per Diem represents cost to attend training
and reviews; and for four instructor/key personnel to evaluate training prior to
operational testing.
Training Products
Training
Products
IETM $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other
TADSS
Devices $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Simulators $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Simulations $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Software $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other
Rationale: Includes the cost to procure and maintain actual systems for training
use. Ninety one actual operational systems are required for use as training
devices. *Actual item of equipment used for training which does not lose its
identity as an end item for operational purposes.
Facilities/Land
Other
Other
PFTEA
Other
Rationale: TNGDEVs are needed to develop and maintain the programs of instruction
and other outputs of the TDC process. Military will be used in different areas
within the training program. Travel/Per Diem represents cost to attend training
and reviews; and for four instructor/key personnel to evaluate training prior to
operational testing.
7.0 Operational Training Domain
Units are trained during NET, maneuver training center rotations, and home station
training. The MATDEV will provide a TSP for individual, unit, and crew training
that covers installation, operation, maintenance, and management of all Rifleman
Radio configuration items. The TSP will be delivered during NET to each unit as
that unit is fielded. The TSP will support the conduct of individual, crew, and
collective sustainment training to include collaboration and rehearsal
capability. Updated TSPs will be delivered to units at their installations and
while deployed; access will be made using the World Wide Web (WWW) and Department
of Defense Information Network (DODIN), and will be ATIA and SCORM compliant. In
addition, TNGDEVs and unit Commanders need to ensure the sustainment training
requirements for Rifleman Radios are integrated into affected unit CATS.
7.1.1 Product Lines
Individual and collective/crew tasks will be trained to both the AC and RC. There
will be no difference in training content between AC and RC. Tasks will be
developed in TDC or current Training Development Automation System so they can be
delivered to the Soldiers in the operating force through the Digital Training
Management System (DTMS).
7.1.1.1 Training Information Infrastructure
The ALMS and other LMS (as used by other TRADOC and DoD proponents) are
infrastructure platforms through which learning content must be delivered and
managed. They should consist of a combination of hardware and software tools that
perform a variety of functions related to online and offline training
administration, as well as student and performance management. The ALMS/LMS
should manage both the content and the users, and be flexible enough to expand
with growth and maturity of the system and the organization it supports. The
ALMS/LMS should provide the capability to author and manage courseware and content
delivery. They must work with Learning Content Management Systems (LCMS), using
learning objects for reuse and syndication. This management system may also
interface with a development environment for rapid upgrades. The ALMS/LMS should
track student progression through lessons, exercises, and evaluations. The ALMS
will be capable of downloading student academic records, tracking student
progression, and sending the data back to the LWNeU (https://lwn.army.mil/).
Other LMS may have access to other information repositories that track student
academic progress. The DTMS will be the primary means used for the delivery of
training products (individual tasks, collective tasks, drills, TSPs, CATS) to the
operational forces.
7.1.1.1.4 Other Enabling Capabilities
The TNGDEV will use the NET TSP to support the operational training domain
materials. Individual and Collective TSPs will be developed for the Rifleman
Radio. These TSPs will be designed to support effective training for operators,
maintainers, network managers and leaders in the operational environment. The
TSPs will include web based level 3 IMI training products, LPs, POIs, DTTs, TTPs,
and ETMs. Training materials will be developed to train the full functionality of
the Rifleman Radio. All IMI and web based training will be SCORM compliant and
the POIs and LPs will be developed in the TDC database.
7.1.1.3 TADSS
Rifleman Radio will require the use of Training Aids in the operational training
domain. Visual aids shall be used by the instructor to describe the Rifleman
Radio and its components to students. Graphic slides and GTA shall be developed
to assist leader in the unit in conducting task-based training. The USACyberCoE &
FG will determine if training aids used by the MATDEV are adequate for use in the
operational training environment.
7.1.1.3.2 Training Devices
Operational units will also require the Rifleman Radio as a training aid in lieu
of using models. However, visual aids shall be used by the instructor to describe
the Rifleman Radio when conducting unit sustainment training.
7.1.1.3.3 Simulators
Not Applicable
7.1.1.3.4 Simulations
Not Applicable
7.1.1.3.5 Instrumentation
Operational training for Rifleman Radio will be conducted at the unit's training
area on their respective installation. Training of Rifleman Radio
requires Battalion or Brigade equivalent classrooms and training areas to conduct
live and virtual training in the operational environment. A facility such as the
Battle Simulations Center may be used to incorporate Rifleman Radio into scenarios
which currently use legacy systems.
7.1.1.4.1 Ranges
Rifleman Radio will require proper frequency clearance and operate in support of
training conducted on ranges. This includes environmental clearance and airspace
coordination with range control and any other applicable agency authorizing units
to operate the Rifleman Radio on their platforms while conducting range training.
7.1.1.4.2 Maneuver Training Areas (MTA)
The Army's IBCT, ABCT, SBCT and future force equipped Brigades will all utilize
MTAs to conduct operational and unit training. Proper coordination with range
control to operate the Rifleman Radio on vehicle platforms participating in
training on these MTAs is anticipated. This includes the airspace approval as
well as any environmental prerequisites that may apply.
7.1.1.4.3 Classrooms
Rifleman Radios will be integrated into the Combat Training Center (CTC)
Instrumentation System. Live Force-on-Force (FOF) training at home station, local
training areas, Combat Maneuver Training Center (CMTC), and deployed training
sites will be required for commanders to validate the ability of their units to
employ the Rifleman Radio within the force and mission rehearsal needs.
7.1.1.4.5 Logistics Support Areas
Rifleman Radio maintenance falls under the Army's two-level maintenance concept.
Logistics support areas will be needed to support the storage and quick delivery
of LRUs and components Rifleman Radio to field and unit level maintenance
locations. These logistics activities will perform reparable management logistic
support on a part by part basis with the field maintenance activity to
ensure Rifleman Radios remain operable at all times.
7.1.1.4.6 Mission Command Training Centers (MCTC)
The USACyberCoE & FG DOT, along with the TCM-TR will be responsible for
implementing management support services in support of the Rifleman Radio. These
life cycle management services will support changes and updates to training
materials and products across the training domains. As new requirements and
technology emerges, there will in turn be hardware and software updates to
the Rifleman Radio. The TCM-TR will manage emerging requirements and technology,
while DOT manages the changes to training materials and products as a result of
these Rifleman Radio upgrades.
7.1.1.5.2 Acquisition Support Services
The goal of the Rifleman Radio acquisition approach is to find and acquire fully
developed radios capable of operating the Soldier Radio Waveform. The Rifleman
Radio includes integration and certification of the Soldier Radio Waveform as well
as certification of Critical Design Elements, Security Architecture, and
completion of Technology Readiness Assessment from previously
developed technologies, while leveraging industry developed hardware. Leveraging
what industry has learned from the government in their own research and
development efforts, the Non-developmental item Rifleman Radio will be acquired
and fielded after a source selection process is completed that includes the
testing of vendor radios at DoD laboratories.
7.1.1.5.3 General Support Services
Not Applicable
7.1.2 Architectures and Standards Component
The LandWarNet signal portal will provide Rifleman Radio DL to remote locations so
that Soldiers can be trained to standard on all Rifleman Radio related critical
tasks.
8.1.1.1.2 Storage, Retrieval, and Delivery
Soldiers will have remote access to Level 3 IMI loaded on the LandWarNet portal.
The TSP will be presented on the operational system and will be delivered as web
based training or can be accessed on a computer based system in a classroom or in
a learning center environment.
8.1.1.2.2 Courses
TBD. This section will be updated upon receipt of IMI materials from the MATDEV.
The STRAP will be updated with this information as needed.
8.1.1.2.3 Training Publications
Not Applicable
8.1.1.3.4 Simulations
Not Applicable
8.1.1.4.1 Ranges
Not Applicable
8.1.1.4.2 Maneuver Training Areas (MTA)
Not Applicable
8.1.1.4.3 Classrooms
Not Applicable
8.1.1.4.4 CTCs
Not Applicable
8.1.1.4.5 Logistics Support Areas
Not Applicable
8.1.1.4.6 Mission Command Training Centers (MCTC)
Not Applicable
8.1.1.5 Training Services
Not Applicable
8.1.1.5.2 Acquisition Support Services
Not Applicable
8.1.1.5.3 General Support Services
Not Applicable
8.1.2 Architectures and Standards Component
Refer to 6.1.2
8.1.2.1 Operational View (OV)
Not Applicable
8.1.3.1 Management
Not Applicable
8.1.3.1.1 Strategic Planning
Not Applicable
8.1.3.1.2 Concept Development and Experimentation (CD&E)
Not Applicable
8.1.3.1.3 Research and Studies
Not Applicable
8.1.3.1.4 Policy and Guidance
Not Applicable
8.1.3.1.5 Requirements Generation
Not Applicable
8.1.3.1.6 Synchronization
Not Applicable
8.1.3.1.7 Joint Training Support
Not Applicable
8.1.3.2 Evaluation
Not Applicable
8.1.3.2.1 Quality Assurance (QA)
Not Applicable
8.1.3.2.2 Assessments
Not Applicable
8.1.3.2.3 Customer Feedback
Not Applicable
8.1.3.2.4 Lessons Learned/After-Action Reviews (AARs)
Not Applicable
8.1.3.3 Resource Processes
MATERIEL COMMAND
CD:
SUPPORTING PROPONENTS:
SMMP:
MRD:
ILSMP:
QQPRI:
NETP:
COMMENTS:
TRAINING PACKAGE
ELEMENT/PRODUCT
MILESTONES BY QUARTER
LEGEND:
FY 15 FY 16 FY 17 FY 18
1Q 2Q 3Q 4Q 1Q 2Q 3Q 4Q 1Q 2Q 3Q 4Q 1Q 2Q 3Q 4Q
1st Update TM
Validation X
IKPT X
Log Demo X
Training X
Package
verification
2nd Update TM
Validation X
1st Update TM
Verification X
2nd Update TM
Verification X
NOTE: Identify TRAINING DEVELOPMENT MILESTONES . TRADOC FORM 569-1-R-E provides
a detailed list of typical training development products required to support
system training integration.
5. Instructor and Key Personnel Training: conducted as part of NET for FUE.
7. Institution Course Start Date: TBD awaiting approval for 1st Quarter FY17
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CYBER CoE - Signal Document
School Accepted As 0 0 0 0 0 0 -
2016/05/23 - Written
2016/06/02
v2.2 Army -
Document
TCM-SBCT
Accepted As 0 0 0 0 0 0 -
2015/08/28 -
Written
2015/09/11
v2.2 Army -
TCM-ABCT No Comments
0 0 0 0 0 0 -
2015/08/28 - Submitted
2015/09/11
v2.2 Army -
PM-Tactical
No Comments
Vehicles 0 0 0 0 0 0 -
Submitted
2015/08/28 -
2015/09/11
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DCGS-A No Comments
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2015/09/11
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PEO-STRI Customer
Support Group No Comments 0 0 0 0 0 0 -
2015/08/28 - Submitted
2015/09/11
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INSCOM G3, NWD No Comments
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2015/08/28 - Submitted
2015/09/11
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DAMO-TRS No Comments
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2015/09/11
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Combined Arms
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2015/09/11
v2.2 Army -
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ARNG-RMQ-RA
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2015/08/28 -
Written
2015/09/11
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TCM-SBCT
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2015/07/01 -
2015/07/14
v2.1 Peer - 3D MI
BN (AE) No Comments
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2015/07/01 - Submitted
2015/07/14
Key
Completed Review with Comments