Tank Platoon Training Using the Precision Range Integrated Maneuver Exercise (PRIME) System as Perceived by Company Commanders
Abstract
This report presents the results of interviews on the use of the Precision Range Integrated Maneuver Exercise (PRIME) system. Eight tank company commanders were interviewed during the user test conducted by the Test and Experimentation Command (TEXCOM) (1 April 5 May 1989). Each commander was asked the following three questions: (a) which tasks from the Mission Essential Task List (METL) can be trained using PRIME, (b) what changes or enhancements are needed to improve PRIME, and (c) where can PRIME be used in the unit's overall training strategy. Commanders stated that PRIME would support eight of nine platoon tactical operations either on the range or in conjunction with other tactical operations being performed using PRIME. Commanders wanted the following: (a) a reliable, functional system, (b) training on the system, (c) unit training packages, (d) prepared and proofed scenarios, (e) summarized feedback, (f) assistance in preparing other action reviews (AARs), and (g) the time and mileage to conduct training on the site. The commanders indicated that PRIME could be used (a) as a diagnostic tool to identify individual, crew, and platoon gunnery and tactical training needs; (b) for training both tank gunnery and platoon tactics; and (c) as an evaluation tool whereby performance gates can be established and met before live fire exercises.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1989
- Accession Number
- ADA217449
Entities
People
- Milton E. Koger
- Ronald E. Kraemer
Organizations
- U.S. Army Research Institute for the Behavioral and Social Sciences