Master (M)

Have Preliminary Knowledge of (P)

Task #

History, Customs, Courtesies Tasks

Freshmen

1.1A

Describe the origin of the Marine Corps.

M

1.1B

Explain the Marine Corps motto, Semper Fidelis.

M

1.1C

Recall significant events in Marine Corps history.

M

1.1D

Identify noteworthy Marines and their actions.

M

1.1E

Identify significant battles in Marine Corps history.

M

1.1F

Explain each part of the Marine Corps emblem.

M

1.1G

Explain how to report to an officer.

M

1.1H

Render honors to the Color’s and the Marine’s Hymn.

M

1.1I

Explain common terminology used in the Marine Corps.

M

1.1J

Describe the meaning of the saying "First to Fight."

M

1.2A

Explain the customs for celebrating the Marine Corps birthday.

P

1.2B

Identify Marine Corps rank structure.

P

1.2C

Explain the difference between "color" and "guidon."

P

1.2D

Demonstrate when to salute.

P

1.2E

Explain the significance of the "quatrefoil."

P

1.2F

Explain the significance of the "Mameluke Sword."

P

1.2G

Explain the significance of the "scarlet trouser stripe."

P

1.2H

Explain the significance of the "NCO Sword."

P

1.2I

Explain the mission of the Marine Corps.

P

Task #

Leadership Tasks

Freshmen

2.1A

State the two objectives of leadership

M

2.1B

Describe the purpose of the chain of command

M

2.2A

State the 14 leadership traits

P

2.2B

State the 11 leadership principles

P

2.2C

State the four indicators of leadership

P

2.2D

Explain each objective of leadership

P

Task #

Physical Fitness Tasks

Freshmen

3.1A

Identify the three elements of a physical training period.

M

3.1B

Explain the importance of nutrition for physical fitness.

M

3.1C

Explain the importance of rest and sleep for physical fitness.

M

3.1D

Identify the three stages of physical conditioning.

M

3.1E

Identify the benefits of exercise.

M

3.2A

Explain the three elements of a physical training period.

P

3.2B

Explain the four components of physical fitness.

P

3.2C

Explain the five principles of physical fitness.

P

3.2D

Explain what happens in each stage of physical conditioning

P

3.2E

Explain the benefits of exercise.

P

Task #

Close Order Drill Tasks

Freshmen

4.1A

Explain when indiv. movements w/o arms can be exe.

M

4.1B

Perform indiv. halted movements w/o arms

M

4.1C

Perform indiv. marching movements w/o arms

M

4.2A

Explain when indiv. movements w/ arms can be exe.

P

4.2B

Perform indiv. movements w/ arms

P

4.2C

Perform indiv. marching movements w/ arms

P

4.2D

Conduct squad drill when halted w/o arms

P

4.2E

Conduct squad drill when halted w/ arms

P

4.2F

Conduct squad drill when marching w/o arms

P

4.2G

Conduct squad drill when marching w/ arms

P

Task #

First Aid Tasks

Freshmen

5.1A

Identify the four life saving steps.

M

5.1B

Describe the symptoms of heat injuries. (heat cramps, heat stroke, heat exhaustion)

M

5.1C

Describe the preventative measures for heat injuries. (heat cramps, heat stroke, heat exhaustion)

M

5.1D

Describe the symptoms of cold injuries. (frostbite & hypothermia)

M

5.1E

Describe the preventative measures for cold injuries.  (frostbite & hypothermia)

M

5.1F

Assist a conscious choking victim.

M

5.2A

Explain how to start the breathing.

P

5.2B

Explain how to stop bleeding.

P

5.2C

Explain how to protect the wound.

P

5.2D

Explain how to treat for shock.

P

5.2E

Provide treatment for heat injuries. (heat cramps, heat stroke, heat exhaustion)

P

5.2F

Provide treatment for cold injuries. (frostbite & hypothermia)

P

5.2G

Assist an unconscious choking victim.

P

Task #

Uniform Tasks

Freshmen

6.1A

ID the three types of uniforms.

M

6.1B

Explain the components of the utility uniform.

M

6.1C

Explain the components of the service uniform.

M

6.1D

Explain the components of the dress uniform.

M

6.1E

Explain the components of the civilian uniform (attire).

M

6.2A

ID the proper fitting of the 3 types of cover.

P

6.2B

ID the proper fitting of the shirt (long & short sleeve)

P

6.2C

ID the proper fitting of the blouse (utility, service, & dress)

P

6.2D

ID the proper fitting of the trousers (utility, service, & dress)

P

6.2E

ID the proper fitting of the civilian uniform (attire).

P

Task #

Interior Guard Tasks

Freshmen

7.1A

Identify the three duties of the interior guard.

M

7.1B

State general orders 1-5.

M

7.1C

Explain the procedures to report a post.

M

7.1D

Identify the billets of the interior guard chain of command.

M

7.1E

Define deadly force.

M

7.2A

State general orders 6-11.

P

7.2B

Explain the challenging procedures of a sentry.

P

7.2C

Explain the escalation of force required before deadly force.

P

7.2D

Explain the duties of the enlisted billets of the interior guard.

P

Task #

Camouflage Tasks

Freshmen

8.1A

Define camouflage

M

8.1B

State the seven considerations for camouflage

M

8.1C

Perform camouflage for individual and indiv. weapons

M

8.1D

Define cover

M

8.1E

Explain the two types of cover

M

8.1F

Use natural and artificial cover

M

8.1G

Define concealment

M

8.1H

Explain the two types of concealment

M

8.1I

Use natural and artificial concealment

M

8.2A

Define dead space

P

8.2B

Explain how the F/T uses C.C.C. in the defense

P

Task #

Map Reading Tasks

Freshmen

9.1A

Read 6 digit grid coordinate

M

9.1B

State colors of the map

M

9.1C

Explain the meaning of each map color

M

9.1D

Determine distance on a map

M

9.1E

Describe purpose and types of contour lines

M

9.1F

State elevation of a given point on a map

M

9.1G

Explain what terrain features may be found on a map

M

9.1H

State location of legend on a map

M

9.1I

Orient map using terrain features

M

9.1J

Determine location using dead reckoning

M

9.2A

Explain location and purpose of declination diagram

P

9.2B

Identify the GM angle for a map

P

9.2C

Convert grid azimuth to magnetic azimuth

P

9.2D

Convert magnetic azimuth to grid azimuth

P

9.2E

Read 8 digit grid coordinate

P

Task #

Land Navigation Tasks

Freshmen

10.1A

ID the parts of a compass

M

10.1B

Explain the use for each part on a compass

M

10.1C

Perform pace count

M

10.1D

Orient map using a compass

M

10.1E

Explain the two methods for holding the compass.

M

10.2A

During daylight, shoot a mag. azimuth w/ cheek hold.

P

10.2B

During daylight, follow an mag. azimuth w/ cheek hold.

P

10.2C

Determine a back azimuth.

P

10.2D

During daylight, follow a back azimuth.

P

Task #

M-16 A2 Tasks

Freshmen

11.1A

State the 4 safe weapons handling rules

M

11.1B

State the 3 types of weapon carries (tactical, alert, ready)

M

11.1C

Demonstrate the 3 types of weapon carries (tactical, alert, ready)

M

11.1D

Explain the purpose of strong, weak and cross-body carries

M

11.1E

Demonstrate strong, weak and cross-body carries

M

11.1F

State the weight of the M-16

M

11.2A

ID the parts of the M-16

P

11.2B

State the operating capabilities of the M-16

P

11.2C

Disassemble the M-16

P

11.2D

Assemble the M-16

P

11.2E

Perform a function check with the M-16

P

11.2F

State the 3 weapon conditions (4, 3, & 1)

P

11.2G

State the cycle of operation of the M-16

P

11.2H

Demonstrate the following commands "load, make ready, fire, unload, & unload-show-clear"

P

Task #

Fireteam Tasks

Freshmen

12.1A

State the mission of the fire team

M

12.1B

State the organization of the fire team

M

12.1C

State the duties of a rifleman

M

12.1D

ID the symbols for F/T members

M

12.1E

State the weapons organic to the fire team

M

12.1F

Identify hand and arm signals

M

12.2A

State the characteristics of the F/T column formation

P

12.2B

State the characteristics of the F/T wedge formation

P

12.2C

State the characteristics of the F/T echelon formation

P

12.2D

State the characteristics of the F/T skirmisher formation

P

12.2E

ID the positions w/in a fire team

P

12.2F

State the duties of a automatic rifleman

P

12.2G

State the duties of the assistant automatic rifleman

P

12.2H

State the duties of a fire team leader

P

12.2I

Explain purpose of SMEAC for F/T

P

12.2J

Give 5 paragraph order (SMEAC) to F/T

P

12.2K

Give a "SALUTE" report

P

12.2L

Direct the movement of a F/T in any combat formation

P

12.2M

Explain the purpose of a F/T fire plan sketch

P

12.2N

Prepare a F/T fire plan sketch

P

12.2O

Demonstrate hand and arm signals

P

12.2P

Use troop leading steps (BAMCIS) to prepare F/T

P

12.2Q

Prepare F/T defensive position

P

Task #

Squad Tactics Tasks

Freshmen

13.2A

State the mission of the squad

P

13.2B

State the organization of the squad

P

13.2C

ID the personnel positions w/in a squad

P

13.2D

State the duties of a squad leader

P

13.2E

ID the symbols for squad members

P

Task #

Patrolling Tasks

Freshmen

14.1A

Identify the types of patrolling.

M

14.1B

Explain the purposes of patrolling.

M

14.1C

Explain the five areas requiring proficiency for patrolling.

M

14.1D

Identify the six factors for observation.

M

14.1E

Demonstrate hand and arm signals.

M

14.1F

Demonstrate individual movement.

M

14.1G

React to a near ambush.

M

14.1H

React to a far ambush.

M

14.2A

Explain the two areas to consider for organizing a patrol.

P

14.2B

Explain the two steps to organize a patrol.

P

14.2C

Identify the elements of a reconnaissance patrol.

P

14.2D

Explain the purpose of each reconnaissance patrol element.

P

14.2E

Set up F/T in hasty defense .

P

14.2F

Conduct a hasty ambush w/ F/T size unit.

P

14.2G

Direct F/T reaction to a near ambush

P

14.2H

Direct F/T reaction to a far ambush

P

14.2I

Organize a fire team size security patrol.

P

14.2J

Lead a fire team size security patrol.

P

14.2K

ID the elements of a combat patrol

P

14.2L

Explain the purpose of each element of a combat patrol.

P

Task #

General Tactics Tasks

Freshmen

15.1A

Explain the purpose of the 3 crawl techniques

M

15.1B

Demonstrate the 3 crawl techniques

M

15.1C

Explain the purpose for the individual rush technique

M

15.1D

Demonstrate the individual rush

M

15.1E

Explain what the acronym "BAMCIS" stands for.

M

15.2A

Explain the components and concept of frontal assaults

P

15.2B

Explain the components and concept of envelopments

P

15.2C

Explain each paragraph of the acronym (BAMCIS)

P

Task #

5 Paragraph Order Tasks

Freshmen

17.1A

Identify the purpose of the 5 paragraph order.

M

17.1B

Identify who uses the 5 paragraph order.

M

17.1C

Identify the acronym for the 5 paragraph order.

M

17.2A

Identify the (4) sub-paragraphs for ‘Situation’.

P

17.2B

Identify the purpose of the ‘Mission’ paragraph.

P

17.2C

Identify the (4) sub-paragraphs for ‘Execution’.

P

17.2D

Identify the (5) sub-paragraphs for ‘Admin and Logistics’.

P

17.2E

Identify the (2) sub-paragraphs for ‘Command and Signal’.

P