BUSS TROY L VMET Certificates

OCCUPATION: 0369, Infantry Unit Leader
PRIMARY OCCUPATION:
MARINE CORPS, ACTIVE: MGYSGT/SGTMAJ/SGT MAJOR of the MARINE CORPS, Pay Grade E-9
JUL 2009 - OCT 2014 (5 Years 3 Months)
MARINE CORPS, ACTIVE: MASTER SERGEANT/1ST SGT, Pay Grade E-8
OCT 2005 - JUL 2009 (3 Years 9 Months)
MARINE CORPS, ACTIVE: GUNNERY SERGEANT, Pay Grade E-7
NOV 2001 - OCT 2005 (3 Years 11 Months)
MARINE CORPS, ACTIVE: STAFF SERGEANT, Pay Grade E-6
DEC 1997 - NOV 2001 (3 Years 11 Months)
DUTY OCCUPATION:
OCT 2005 - JUL 2009 (3 Years 9 Months)
JAN 2003 - OCT 2005 (2 Years 9 Months)
DEC 1997 - MAY 2000 (2 Years 5 Months)
OCCUPATION DESCRIPTION FROM SERVICE FILE FOR: 0369
(Description dates JUL 2000 - OCT 2014)
The infantry unit leader assists commanders and operations officers in the training, deployment and tactical employment
of rifle, reconnaissance, direct action, weapons, LAR, and antitank platoons/companies and infantry, reconnaissance
VERIFICATION OF MILITARY EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
1. LAST NAME - FIRST NAME - MIDDLE NAME 2. PAY GRADE 3. YEAR(S) IN
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4. MILITARY SERVICE COMPONENT 5. DATE OF
INFORMATION
MARINE CORPS, ACTIVE 2014 OCT 01
6. EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING HISTORY (In reverse chronological order) AND RELATED INFORMATION
EXPERIENCE HISTORY:
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and LAR battalions, and are proficient in all the infantry weapons systems. They supervise and coordinate the
preparation of personnel, weapons and equipment for movement and combat, the establishment and operation of unit
command posts, the fire and movement between tactical units, the fire of supporting arms, and the unit resupply and
casualty evacuation effort. As a platoon sergeant in the rifle, surveillance and target acquisition, reconnaissance, direct
action, weapons, machine-gun, LAR, and antitank platoons, he advises the platoon commander on all issues of
discipline, morale and welfare. He also serves as the section leader for the scout-sniper and various weapons sections
and often leads task organized patrols and teams.
RELATED CIVILIAN OCCUPATIONS FOR: 0369
First-Line Supervisors of Weapons Specialists/Crew Members (ONET 55-2012.00)
Infantry Unit Leader (DOT 378.137-010)
OCCUPATION: 0916, Martial Arts Instructor
SECONDARY OCCUPATION:
APR 2007 - JUL 2009 (2 Years 3 Months)
(Description dates APR 2006 - OCT 2014)
0 Martial arts instructors conduct training in principles of close combat and core values.
RELATED CIVILIAN OCCUPATION FOR: 0916
Teachers and Instructors, All Other (ONET 25-3099.00)
OCCUPATION: 8551, Martial Arts Instructor
MAR 2006 - APR 2007 (1 Year 1 Month)
(Description dates APR 2001 - APR 2006)
0 Martial arts instructors conduct training in principles of close combat and core values.
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OCCUPATION: 9915, Special Assignment - Enlisted
DUTY OCCUPATION:
NOV 2001 - JAN 2003 (1 Year 2 Months)
MAY 2000 - NOV 2001 (1 Year 6 Months)
(Description dates APR 1998 - OCT 2014)
Regularly performs duties of a highly specialized nature that are not covered by other MOSs.
OCCUPATION: 0341, Mortarman
PRIMARY OCCUPATION:
OCT 1997 - DEC 1997 (2 Months)
MARINE CORPS, ACTIVE: SERGEANT, Pay Grade E-5
MAR 1992 - OCT 1997 (5 Years 7 Months)
MARINE CORPS, ACTIVE: CORPORAL, Pay Grade E-4
DEC 1989 - MAR 1992 (2 Years 3 Months)
MARINE CORPS, ACTIVE: LANCE CORPORAL, Pay Grade E-3
JUN 1987 - DEC 1989 (2 Years 6 Months)
MARINE CORPS, ACTIVE: PRIVATE FIRST CLASS, Pay Grade E-2
DEC 1986 - JUN 1987 (6 Months)
MARINE CORPS, ACTIVE: PRIVATE, Pay Grade E-1
SEP 1986 - DEC 1986 (3 Months)
DUTY OCCUPATION:
DEC 1996 - OCT 1997 (10 Months)
MAR 1992 - NOV 1994 (2 Years 8 Months)
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SEP 1991 - MAR 1992 (6 Months)
DEC 1989 - MAR 1991 (1 Year 3 Months)
SEP 1988 - DEC 1989 (1 Year 3 Months)
SEP 1986 - DEC 1986 (3 Months)
(Description dates JAN 1997 - OCT 2014)
The mortarmen is responsible for the tactical employment of the 60mm light mortar and the 81mm medium mortar.
Mortarmen provide indirect fire in support of the rifle and LAR squads/platoons/companies and the infantry and LAR
battalions. They are located in the weapons platoons of the rifle and LAR companies and the weapons company of the
infantry battalion. Noncommissioned officers are assigned as mortar gunners, forward observers, fire direction plotters,
and squad and section leaders.
Infantry (ONET 55-3016.00)
Infantry Indirect Fire Crewmember (DOT 378.684-022)
OCCUPATION: 8511, Drill Instructor
DUTY OCCUPATION:
NOV 1994 - DEC 1996 (2 Years 1 Month)
NOV 1994 - OCT 1997 (2 Years 11 Months)
(Description dates SEP 1975 - OCT 2014)
Drill instructors supervise and instruct or assist in commanding and instructing a recruit platoon.
Recruit Instructor (DOT 378.227-014)
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OCCUPATION: 8152, Marine Corps Security Force (MCSF) Guard
DUTY OCCUPATION:
MAR 1991 - SEP 1991 (6 Months)
(Description dates SEP 1975 - DEC 1992)
The MCSF security guard will be assigned to duty with MCSF units. He will be physically fit and mentally capable of
enduring the rigors of combat. He will have the requisite knowledge to safely and properly employ the service rifle, pistol
and shotgun. As a member of a reaction force, he will conduct offensive infantry tactics in confined spaces, ashore and
afloat, to restore breached security and provide the final barrier/element of an integrated security plan for the asset
being protected. He also must possess skills in land navigation and patrolling. In the grades of corporal through gunnery
sergeant, as a security supervisor, the Marine will plan, evaluate, and supervise the implementation of site-specific
security plans to protect assets designated as vital to the national security.
Guard, Security (DOT 372.667-034)
Guards And Watch Guards (OES 63047)
Security Guards (ONET 33-9032.00)
OCCUPATION: 8151, Guard
DUTY OCCUPATION:
JUN 1987 - SEP 1988 (1 Year 3 Months)
MARINE CORPS, ACTIVE: PRIVATE FIRST CLASS, Pay Grade E-2
DEC 1986 - JUN 1987 (6 Months)
(Description dates SEP 1975 - OCT 2014)
Guards enforce, or supervise the enforcement of security measures for protecting lives and property.
Guard, Security (DOT 372.667-034)
Guards And Watch Guards (OES 63047)
Security Guards (ONET 33-9032.00)
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OCCUPATION: 0300, Basic Infantryman
PRIMARY OCCUPATION:
JUN 1986 - SEP 1986 (3 Months)
DUTY OCCUPATION:
JUN 1986 - SEP 1986 (3 Months)
(Description dates SEP 1975 - DEC 1992)
Participates in various routine infantryman duties prior to formal school for training in a specific MOS.
Infantry (ONET 55-3016.00)
** Note: Experience history data not available prior to FY 75 **
** Note: Description, Length, or Credit Recommendation will not be displayed for a course if that information is not available.
MILITARY TRAINING:MAR 2008 - APR 2008
NAVY COURSE: J-2E-4316, FSCC
LENGTH: 1 Week.
COURSE DESCRIPTION FROM SERVICE COURSE FILE:
(Description dates OCT 1994 - OCT 2014)
For EWTGPAC: To provide U.S. Marine Corps and Navy personnel with the skills needed to work in a battalion-leval
Fire Support Coordination Center during amphibious operations or continuing operatoins ashore.To provide U.S., Army,
Navy and Marine Corps personnel with the doctrine, technique and procedures of planning and coordinating fire support
for a MAGTF employed amphibious operations. The course emphasizes the skills needed to work in a battalion level
Fire Support Coordination Center during amphibious operations or continuing operations ashore. / For EWTGPAC: The
course encompasses the doctrine, tactics, techniques, and procedures for the planning, coordination and execution of
fire support for battalion-sized operations. Instruction includes an overview of surface and aviation delivered fires, fire
support planning, producing a fire support plan, an overview of digital fire support systems, and techniques required for
the coordinated employment of fire support assets. Practical exercises are provided to reinforce instruction, culminating
TRAINING HISTORY: COURSES
SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED
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in a final exercise simulating the execution of a battalion-level operation.The instruction and exercises are applicable at
all echelons of command in the landing force, but particular emphasis is placed at Battalion Landing Team (BLT) and
Regimental Landing Team (RLT).
(NAVY TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: J-2E-4316)
MILITARY TRAINING:2007
MARINE CORPS COURSE: H5L, Infantry Operations Chief
LENGTH: 4-5 weeks (194 hours)
COURSE DESCRIPTION FROM AMERICAN COUNCIL ON EDUCATION:
(MC-1406-0052, Exhibit dates OCT 2004 - OCT 2014)
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to perform as a battalion level infantry operations chief.
Functions include training management, ground combat planning, fire support, and computer operations.
Audiovisual materials, practical exercises, discussion, learner presentations, classroom exercises, and lecture. Topics
include combat operations planning, communications, operations orders, fire support, computer maps, unit training, and
combat exercises.
CREDIT RECOMMENDATION FROM AMERICAN COUNCIL ON EDUCATION
(MC-1406-0052, Exhibit dates OCT 2004 - OCT 2014)
In the lower-division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in computer operation and 2 in
leadership and supervision (4/05)(4/05).
(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: H5L)
MILITARY TRAINING:JUN 2004
MARINE CORPS COURSE: 8510ZZ, UNKNOWN
LENGTH: (Correspondence, 94 Hours.)
(Description dates JUL 2001 - OCT 2014)
This is a three-course program. It provides an officer with the foundation of Marine Corp warfighting doctrine as outlined
in MCDP-1, Warfighting. Phase One includes concepts and procedures for the command and control of a Marine Air-
Ground Task Force (MAGTF) and staff planning procedures.
(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: 8510ZZ)
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MILITARY TRAINING:JUN 2004
(Description dates JUL 2001 - DEC 2004)
The intent of this course is to present a decision-making methodology that is applicable for all echelons of command
across the range of military applications. The 6-step process described in this course replaces the 15-step process
found in FMFM 3-1, Command and Control.
MILITARY TRAINING:MAR 2004
(Description dates JUN 2001 - DEC 2004)
The intent of this course is to cover concepts and practical application of command and control (C 2 ) on the modern
battlefield. Focusing on the command, control, and communications of a MAGTF, this course emphasizes streamlined
information flow and other control techniques helpful to the company-grade officer.
MILITARY TRAINING:DEC 2003
(Description dates JUN 2001 - OCT 2014)
Covers the theory and nature of war. This course details the warfighting doctrine of the Marine Corps as expressed in
MCDP-1, Warfighting and MCDP 1-2, Campaigning.
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MARINE CORPS COURSE: T4B, Curriculum Developer
LENGTH: 2 weeks (77 hours)
(MC-1406-0040, Exhibit dates JUN 2000 - DEC 2011)
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to develop curriculum and instructional materials, utilize various
types of instructional media, develop learning objectives, analyze learning needs, and develop assessment instruments.
Students are instructed in the various components for designing and developing instructional materials. Topics include
learning analysis, developing learning objectives, developing test items, determining instructional methods and media,
and structuring courses.
(MC-1406-0040, Exhibit dates JUN 2000 - DEC 2011)
In the upper-division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in curriculum development (12/01)(12/01).
(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: T4B)
MARINE CORPS COURSE: T8H, Resident Staff Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) Academy Advanced Regular
LENGTH: 8-9 weeks (329-369 hours)
(MC-2204-0076, Exhibit dates APR 1992 - NOV 2002)
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to apply leadership concepts and theories to contemporary
leadership issues in order to stimulate thought and encourage the exchange of ideas; communicate both orally and in
writing in a clear and concise manner; and demonstrate an understanding of the importance of physical fitness and
know how to establish, maintain, and evaluate a physical fitness training program. The student will understand the
principles of military defensive and offensive tactics and the role of the effective military manager in peace and war.
Lectures, demonstrations, student presentation, guided discussions, practical exercises, and evaluations cover
leadership principles and skills; oral and written communication; military management, customs, courtesies, and unit
level tactics; and the design and implementation of physical fitness training.
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In the lower-division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in leadership, 1 in public speaking, 2 in
physical education, and 7 in military science (4/96)(4/96).
(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: T8H)
MARINE CORPS COURSE: YHJ, UNKNOWN
LENGTH: Unknown.
UNKNOWN
(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: YHJ)
MILITARY TRAINING:JUL 2000
MARINE CORPS COURSE: 7400, Warfighting Skills Program (Warfighting) by Correspondence
LENGTH: Maximum, 104 weeks
(MC-2204-0112, Exhibit dates JAN 1991 - NOV 2011)
Upon completion of the course, the student will understand the theory, nature, and levels of war; development of
modern warfare tactics and maneuver warfare concepts and application; planning and writing of orders; techniques of
combat leadership; methods of training and qualities needed for successful leadership; and concepts of combined arms
operations and fire support.
Course consists of assigned reading of provided materials. These include historical analysis and required written
exercises. Topics covered include fighting, small unit tactics, combat techniques, Marine Corps leadership, and
combined arms.
(MC-2204-0112, Exhibit dates JAN 1991 - NOV 2011)
In the lower-division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in military studies (11/01)(11/01).
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MARINE CORPS COURSE: 7402, UNKNOWN
Application of the fundamental tactical concepts of enemy critical weaknesses, mission tactics, focus of effort, the
reserve, combined arms, and the relationship of attacking and defending.
MARINE CORPS COURSE: 7401AZ, UNKNOWN
(Description dates JUN 1955 - MAY 2006)
Given tactical situations, the student is required to plan and write orders. Discusses mission tactics, focus of effort,
reserves, the concept of combined arms, and the relationship between attacking and defending.
(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: 7401AZ)
Explores means for developing both combat and leadership techniques. Provides the techniques for tactical unit
movement, offensive and defensive operations, and gives methods for training subordinates in these techniques.
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MARINE CORPS COURSE: 7403BZ, UNKNOWN
Defines leadership and examines the challenges of leadership in both peace and war. Discusses leadership techniques
and the qualities an individual needs to become a successful leader.
(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: 7403BZ)
Provides fundamental concepts of fire support. Discusses principles for combined arms operations.
Covers the theory and nature of war. This course details the warfighting doctrine of the Marine Corps as expressed in
MCDP-1, Warfighting and MCDP 1-2, Campaigning.
MARINE CORPS COURSE: T8A, Resident Staff Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) Career Regular
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LENGTH: 7 weeks (332-333 hours)
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to apply leadership concepts and theory to contemporary
leadership issues in order to stimulate thought and encourage the exchange of ideas; demonstrate the importance of
physical fitness and how to establish, maintain, and evaluate a physical fitness training program; and understand the
principles of military defensive and offensive tactics and the role of the effective military manager in both peace and war.
Lectures, demonstrations, student presentations, guided discussions, practical exercises, and evaluations cover
leadership principles and skills; military management, customs, and unit level tactics; and the design and
implementation of physical fitness training.
In the lower-division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in leadership, 6 in military science, and
1 in physical education (4/96)(4/96).
(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: T8A)
MARINE CORPS COURSE: H3H, UNKNOWN
LENGTH: Unknown.
UNKNOWN
(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: H3H)
MARINE CORPS COURSE: M3W, UNKNOWN
LENGTH: 15 Weeks.
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This course provides instruction in offensive, defensive and patrolling operations, with heavy emphasis on order writing
and field application. Instruction also includes BNC, foreign weapons familiarization firing, land navigation, supporting
arms, operations in laser environments and close combat skills. The course provides a base from which training
programs can be prepared, implemented and evaluated. Additionally, instruction includes the maintenance, operation
and employment of the following weapons and equipment organic to an Infantry Battalion: The AN/PVS-4, AN/PVS-5
and AN/TVS-5 night vision equipment, the AN/PRC-68, AN/PRC-77, TA-1/PT and TA-312/PT communications
equipment, the 9mm pistol, M16A2 service rifle, M209 grenade launcher, M249 squad automatic weapon, the M60E3,
M2 and MK-19 machineguns, the AT-4, MK153 SMAW, and M47 Dragon assault weapons, M224 60mm and M252
81mm mortars, the M2 aiming circle, M16 plotting board, and mines and demolitions.
(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: M3W)
MILITARY TRAINING:AUG 1997
The nature, styles, levels of war, the development of tactics in modern warfare, and the fundamentals of small unit
tactics.
MARINE CORPS COURSE: 7200, Staff Noncommissioned Officers Advanced Nonresident Program (SNCOANP)
by Correspondence
LENGTH: Maximum, 104-130 weeks
(MC-1408-0028, Exhibit dates JAN 1990 - OCT 2008)
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to develop and maintain a physical fitness program for company
size units; be familiar with drill, ceremonies, inspections, and awards up to battalion level; will have an introductory
knowledge of marine military justice; and will have a basic background in administration and military forms.
Manuals with exercises and training suggestions are used. Multiple choice exams which are machine graded.
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(MC-1408-0028, Exhibit dates JAN 1990 - OCT 2008)
Credit is not recommended because of the military-specific nature of the course (9/97)(9/97).
The basics of developing and maintaining a physical fitness program for a company-sized unit and for individuals,
including the phases and principles of physical conditioning, nutrition, conditioning and maintenance programs, types of
exercises, organizing a physical training period, physical fitness testing, and remedial programs.
Company and battalion drill including commands, formations, ceremonies, parades, awards, sword manual, and
individual positions in various formations; types of clothing maintenance allowances, uniform fit and maintenance, and
grooming standards; inspection procedures, mess night procedures.
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Introduction to military law; overview of the military court system; use of the manual for Courts-Martial, locating
maximum punishments, Article 13 rights, conducting a preliminary inquiry, search and seizures, and determining
probable cause; nonjudicial punishment procedures, the accused's rights at nonjudicial punishment, and the appeal of
punishment.
LENGTH: (Correspondence, 9.5 Hours.)
Consolidated administration; the Marine Corps directives system; Naval correspondence including formats of standard
and business letters, AA forms, and various memoranda; performance evaluation procedures; information on
separations; individual records, which include SRB/OQR, the ROS, DD Form 4, etc.; JUMPS/MMS; the UCMJ; the
enlisted promotion system and military pay.
MILITARY TRAINING:MAR 1995, 1995
The SNCOCNP builds on the NCOBC curriculum with the specific purpose of developing effective Marine SNCO's.
Emphasis is on leadership and the basics of training management. Included is instruction in several areas--drill, uniform,
and inspections; physical fitness; training management; administrative procedures; customs, courtesies, and discipline;
uniform and clothing regulations; financial management; military law; and instruction. All SNCO's are required to
complete this program as a prerequisite for attending the SNCO Academy.
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(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: T8G)
Basic information on message drafting plans and orders, radio and radio telephone procedures, communications
security, and equipment and communications for command posts.
MARINE CORPS COURSE: 81E, UNKNOWN
LENGTH: 13 Weeks, 1 Day.
This course covers instruction in close order drill, standard operating procedures for recruit training, recruit evaluation,
clothing, regulations, customs and courtesies, history and mission of the Marine Corps, techniques of military instruction,
leadership, physical training, individual combat training, and marksmanship training on the M-16 rifle and .45 caliber
pistol.
(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: 81E)
MARINE CORPS COURSE: L4B, UNKNOWN
LENGTH: 2 Weeks
(Description dates DEC 1994 - JUN 1995)
UNKNOWN
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(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: L4B)
The Marine Corps directives system, individual and unit records, military pay, travel orders, evaluation procedures, types
of discharge, naval correspondence, awards, educational opportunities, promotion, and personal financial management.
(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: 7104FZ)
Elements of offenses, searches and seizures, investigations and reports, Courts-Martial, and Articles 15 and 31 of the
UCMJ.
(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: 7105FZ)
The principles, traits, and indicators of leadership; chain of command; considerations and steps in setting unit tasks and
standards; factors influencing motivation for better performance, balancing rewards and punishments, and correlating
performance with motivation and ability; recognizing problem areas and identifying personal problems and their causes;
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identifying, evaluating, and selecting solutions; and assisting subordinates in finding solutions and referral agencies.
The basic mechanics of training management including guidance, programming, and the principles of scheduling; the
fundamental aspects of physical training, to include strength and endurance training and the considerations involved in
developing a physical training program; the essential techniques and principles of military instruction, voice and
mannerisms, learning objectives, learning activities, and lesson plans.
(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: 7107CZ)
The SNCO's functions in parades and ceremonies; uniform regulations; and background and objectives of inspections in
the Marine Corps.
(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: 7108EZ)
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General knowledge of U.S. Marine Corps history, traditions, terms and phrases, with particular emphasis on the combat
achievements of the Corps.
Organization of the Marine Corps and the role it plays within the Department of Defense (DoD); an introduction to the
Marine air-ground task force (MAGTF); basic principles of amphibious operations; a section on threat and terrorism.
MARINE CORPS COURSE: M3X, UNKNOWN
LENGTH: 11 Weeks.
This course provides instruction in offensive, defensive, and patrolling operations, land navigation, supporting arms,
close combat skills, and foreign weapons familiarization firing. Additionally, instruction includes the maintenance,
operation and employment of the following weapons and equipment: the AN/PVS-4 and AN/PVS-5 night vision
equipment, the AN/PRC-68, AN/PRC-77 and TA-312/PT communications equipment, the M16A2 service rifle, M203
grenade launcher, M249 squad automatic weapon, M60E3 machine gun, AT-4 and MK153 SMAW assault weapons,
M224 60mm Mortar, and mines and demolitions.
(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: M3X)
MARINE CORPS COURSE: T4M, UNKNOWN
LENGTH: 7 Weeks.
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UNKNOWN
(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: T4M)
MILITARY TRAINING:JAN 1990, 1989
The purpose of this program is to develop the skills, knowledge, and military judgment necessary to discharge the duties
and the responsibilities of a corporal and sergeant. Instruction covers techniques of military instruction; leadership; drill
and ceremonies; uniforms and inspections, customs and courtesies; physical training management; weapons; battle
skills; administrative plans, policies, procedures, and programs. All Corporals are required to complete this program as a
prerequisite for attending NCO School.
(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: T3W)
MILITARY TRAINING:JAN 1990
The basic fundamentals and techniques to ensure that a period of instruction meets its objectives and provides student
feedback which can be measured by knowledge or performance.
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Characteristics, principles, and techniques of leadership with particular emphasis on the functional role of the NCO;
setting of unit tasks and standards; effective use of reward and punishment; the solving of subordinates' personal
problems.
General knowledge of those individual skills and duties necessary to conduct close order drill and to conduct uniform
inspections, and the development of a general understanding of Marine Corps uniform regulations, customs, and
courtesies.
Minimum Marine Corps standards and the evaluation of those standards; remedial programs; diet and nutrition; physical
conditioning through combative skills training; conditioning for physical stress through competitive events including water
survival.
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Nomenclature, characteristics, assembly and disassembly, maintenance, operation and firing techniques of the M16A2
service rifle, M203 grenade launcher, M249 squad automatic weapon, (SAW), 9mm service pistol, AT4 antiarmor
weapon, M60 and .50 caliber machineguns, MK19 heavy machine-gun, M16A1, M18A1 antipersonnel mines, M19, M21
antitank mines, and the M224 60mm mortar and M252 81mm mortar.
Preparing for and conduct of combat operations at the squad level both offensive and defensive; map reading and land
navigation; restoring of field communications, phonetic oral and written communications, encoding, decoding and
authenticating message traffic; securing landing zones, call for and directing incoming helicopter support, medevac
casualties; mask and unmask procedures while conducting chemical defense, use of M9 detector paper and detector kit
and the preparation of NBC-1 reports; protection against terrorists and handling of enemy personnel.
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Organizational structure of a MAGTF; promotion system; personal financial planning and how to manage a checking
account; family assistance programs and agencies; the military justice system.
MILITARY TRAINING:NOV 1989
Provides instruction for the 81mm mortar NCO. Covers forward observer procedures, fire direction centers commands,
and reciprocal lay of the 81mm mortar.
Introduction to basic individual protective measures in a nuclear, biological and/or chemical combat environment.
Designed for all MOS's, Pvt-MGySgt.
MARINE CORPS COURSE: 03.3K, Fundamentals of Marine Corps Leadership by Correspondence
(MC-1406-0023, Exhibit dates NOV 1984 - JAN 1990)
Upon completion of the course, the student will be familiar with various principles and techniques of leadership and their
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applications to problems in areas such as race relations and substance abuse.
This is a self-instruction course covering topics of leadership traits and principles, measurements and techniques of
leadership, race relations, women's issues, drug and alcohol abuse and leader/subordinate relations.
(MC-1406-0023, Exhibit dates NOV 1984 - JAN 1990)
In the lower-division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in employee relations. NOTE: MCI
designates a minimum passing score at 65%. (6/89)(6/89).
(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: 033ZZZ)
MARINE CORPS COURSE: 0210, Terrorism Counteraction for Marines by Correspondence
(MC-1606-0010, Exhibit dates NOV 1985 - JUL 1996)
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to describe international terrorism, methods of targeting, the
nature of the threat, prevention of acts of terrorism, and survival as a hostage.
This course is descriptive and informative. Topics include background history of terrorism, protective measures against
terrorism, and hostage survival.
(MC-1606-0010, Exhibit dates NOV 1985 - JUL 1996)
In the lower-division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in introduction to terrorism. NOTE: MCI
MILITARY TRAINING:OCT 1987
MARINE CORPS COURSE: 34.20C, Personal Finance by Correspondence
(MC-1401-0009, Exhibit dates JUL 1986 - JUL 1993)
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Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to prepare a personal budget, identify the services afforded by
banks and other financial institutions, use proven concepts in making personal major asset purchases, identify
information on leave and earnings statements, and assess the process used in pay computation.
Course covers budget formulation and analysis, personal financial planning, use of personal checking accounts, use of
services afforded by financial institutions, major asset purchases and credit decision, and gross and net pay
computation.
(MC-1401-0009, Exhibit dates JUL 1986 - JUL 1993)
In the lower-division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in personal finance. NOTE: MCI
MARINE CORPS COURSE: 034, Basic Mortarman
LENGTH: 5-7 weeks (173-488 hours)
(MC-2204-0047, Exhibit dates JUL 1974 - MAY 1997)
To provide intensive training in weapons and combat skills.
Lectures and practical exercises cover 81mm mortar; 60mm mortar; offensive, defensive, and patrolling operations; land
navigation; and offensive and defensive tactics.
(MC-2204-0047, Exhibit dates JUL 1974 - MAY 1997)
Credit is not recommended because of the military-specific nature of the course (5/87)(5/87).
(MARINE CORPS TRAINING HISTORY COURSE: 034)
MARINE CORPS COURSE: L9F
MARINE CORPS COURSE: KHB
_____________________________
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INFORMATION NOT AVAILABLE
FOR THE FOLLOWING COURSES:

MARINE CORPS COURSE: MME
MARINE CORPS COURSE: M82
MARINE CORPS COURSE: T3X
** Note: Limited training history is available prior to FY 84 (ARMY); FY 78 (NAVY); FY 70 (AIR FORCE); FY 67 (MARINE CORPS)
END OF AUTOMATED MILITARY EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING HISTORY DATA
** Note: This history includes only the centrally automated experience and training information that the services maintained on your
military record **
LEGEND CODE:
DOT: Dictionary of Occupational Titles published by the Department of Labor
OES: Occupational Employment Statistics published by the Office of Personnel Management
ONET: Occupational Information Network
DD FORM 2586, JAN 2010 PREVIOUS EDITION IS OBSOLETE

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