Aim of the Course

To give newly commissioned Armoured Corps Officers basic training in Jackal Gunnery, Driving and Maintenance, Signals and in commanding a reconnaissance (recce) troop, including a practical phase.

Facilitated by IDT(A).

Entry Standards

• Second Lieutenant to Lieutenant (OF-1).
• IELTS Level 5.5
• The student must hold a FULL or PROVISIONAL driving licence.

Duration

Eighty six (86) weeks, with three (3) courses per year.

Location

Armour Centre Warminster.

Outline of Course

• Gunnery:
  • Target Engagement.
  • Equipment Maintenance.
  • Safety Procedures.
  • Troop and Crew Control.
• Driving and Maintenance:
  • Jackal details phase.
  • Servicing.
  • Driving and Commanding by Day and Night.
  • Administrative Responsibilities of a Troop Leader.
• Signals:
  • Call signs.
  • Reports.
  • Trace and Map Marking.
  • VHF Antenna Siting.
  • Voice Procedure.
  • Electronic Warfare.
  • Indoor and Outdoor Exercises.
• Tactics:
  • Analysis of the Threat.
  • Jackal Vehicle Tactics.
  • Vehicle Recognition.
  • Receipt and Issue of Orders.
  • Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defence.
  • Introduction to the All Arms Battlegroup.
  • Field Training Exercise.

The course should be followed by a period of practical experience in command of a light reconnaissance troop.

Qualifications Gained

Troop Leader.