Platoon Leadership Exercises for SIMCAT (Simulation in Combined Arms Training)
Abstract
This product contains armor exercises to support training and training research with SIMCAT (Simulation in Combined Arms Training). SIMCAT is a computer-driven battle simulation that symbolically represents the combat factors needed to practice the command, control, and communication (C3) aspects of armor missions. SIMCAT allows four participants to serve as the platoon leader, the platoon sergeant, and the two tank commanders of a tank platoon. The gunner, loader, and driver positions are simulated by controllers and the computer system. SIMCAT allows soldiers to practice C3 skills and real-time decision making without requiring the presence of full crews and the operation of tanks. Many SIMCAT exercises can be conducted in the time needed to prepare and conduct a single field exercise. SIMCAT is not a substitute for field training, but rather provides safe and efficient pre-field training of basic C3 skills so that resource-intensive field training can be used to advantage. The exercise are based on the Field Training Exercises described in the ARTEP mission Training Plan and require the participants to exercise Division 86 SOP and basic C3 principles. The exercises are tailored to the terrain data base and the representational and control capabilities and limitations of SIMCAT. The exercises are suitable for use with Basic Noncommissioned Officer Course, Advanced Noncommissioned Officer Course, Armor Officer Basic Course, and Armor Officer Advanced Course students, and could be used to support TO&E platoon sustainment and professional training for armor leaders.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1987
- Accession Number
- ADA191628
Entities
People
- Donald R. Lampton
- Milton E. Koger