Virtual Reality (VR) Inclusion in Army Combined Arms Training Centers (CTCs)
Abstract
There are three CTCs in the Army. The Joint Multinational Readiness Center (JMRC), a multinational CTC in Hohenfels and Grafenwoehr Germany. The National Training Center (NTC), a CTC in Fort Irwin, California, and the Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC), a CTC in Fort Polk, Louisiana. Units training at the CTCs today face a complex hybrid threat, as to replicate the threat they are most likely to face in real combat. Units could face a near-peer opposing force and an insurgent force, along with a myriad of other dilemmas. All three CTCs incorporate a complex scenario design laden with social, ethical, and moral dilemmas; the goal of which is to develop leaders who are adaptable. There is also an emphasis. CTCs train Brigade Combat Team (BCTs) by conducting force-on-force and live-fire training in a joint scenario with partners across the range of conflicts using a Live Virtual Constructive (LVC) training model. (cite) The BCTs are opposed by a professional opposing force (OPFOR) and observed and controlled by an expert and experienced operations group (OPS GRP). Within the Army Force Generation (ARFORGEN) readiness model, CTCs will normally focus on collective training events supporting BCTs transitioning between the train/ready and available force pools. However, CTCs may also be tasked to execute Mission Essential Task List (METL)-focused rotations in support of BCTs progression through the train/ready force pool when required by Army Force Generation (ARFORGEN) demands.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 24, 2019
- Accession Number
- AD1108159
Entities
People
- David Dens
Organizations
- Air Command and Staff College