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Junior Objectives

 

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Task #

History, Customs, Courtesies Tasks

Junior

1.1A

Describe the origin of the Marine Corps.

AT

1.1B

Explain the Marine Corps motto, Semper Fidelis.

AT

1.1C

Recall significant events in Marine Corps history.

AT

1.1D

Identify noteworthy Marines and their actions.

AT

1.1E

Identify significant battles in Marine Corps history.

AT

1.1F

Explain each part of the Marine Corps emblem.

AT

1.1G

Explain how to report to an officer.

AT

1.1H

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

AT

1.1I

Explain common terminology used in the Marine Corps.

AT

1.1J

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

AT

1.3A

Explain the three types of awards, personal, unit and service.

M

 

 

 

Task #

Leadership Tasks

Junior

2.1A

State the two objectives of leadership

AT

2.1B

Describe the purpose of the chain of command

AT

2.3A

Explain each leadership trait

M

2.3B

Explain each leadership principle

M

2.3C

Explain each indicator of leadership

M

2.3D

State the three types of counseling methods.

M

2.4A

Explain each counseling method.

P

2.4B

Explain each approach for counseling.

P

 

 

 

Task #

Physical Fitness Tasks

Junior

3.1A

Identify the three elements of a physical training period.

AT

3.1B

Explain the importance of nutrition for physical fitness.

AT

3.1C

Explain the importance of rest and sleep for physical fitness.

AT

3.1D

Identify the three stages of physical conditioning.

AT

3.1E

Identify the benefits of exercise.

AT

3.3A

Explain the effect of climate on physical training

M

3.3B

Identify the 3 types of physical readiness training programs.

M

3.4A

Explain the role of a physical training leader.

P

3.4B

Explain the character traits that physical training provides.

P

3.4C

Explain the objectives for a physical training program.

P

3.4D

Explain the factors to consider when making a PT program.

P

 

 

 

Task #

Close Order Drill Tasks

Junior

4.1A

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

AT

4.1B

Perform indiv. halted movements w/o arms

AT

4.1C

Perform indiv. marching movements w/o arms

AT

4.3A

Conduct platoon drill when halted w/o arms

M

4.3B

Conduct platoon drill when halted w/ arms

M

4.3C

Conduct platoon drill when marching w/o arms

M

4.3D

Conduct platoon drill when marching w/ arms

M

4.3E

Form for physical drill (PT)

M

4.3F

ID sword nomenclature

M

4.3G

Perform sword manual

M

 

 

 

Task #

First Aid Tasks

Junior

5.1A

Identify the four life saving steps.

AT

5.1B

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

AT

5.1C

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

AT

5.1D

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

AT

5.1E

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

AT

5.1F

Assist a conscious choking victim.

AT

5.3A

Assist an unconscious casualty, not breathing.

M

5.3B

Assist an unconscious casualty without a pulse.

M

5.3C

Assist an unconscious casualty, no breathing and no pulse.

M

 

 

 

Task #

Uniform Tasks

Junior

6.1A

ID the three types of uniforms.

AT

6.1B

Explain the components of the utility uniform.

AT

6.1C

Explain the components of the service uniform.

AT

6.1D

Explain the components of the dress uniform.

AT

6.1E

Explain the components of the civilian uniform (attire).

AT

6.3A

Explain the occasions for wearing the utility uniform.

M

6.3B

Explain the occasions for wearing the service uniform.

M

6.3C

Explain the occasions for wearing the dress uniform.

M

6.3D

Explain the occasions for wearing the civilian uniform (attire).

M

 

 

 

Task #

Task

Junior

7.1A

Identify the three duties of the interior guard.

AT

7.1B

State general orders 1-5.

AT

7.1C

Explain the procedures to report a post.

AT

7.1D

Identify the billets of the interior guard chain of command.

AT

7.1E

Define deadly force.

AT

7.3A

State general orders 1-11.

M

7.3B

Explain general orders 1-11.

M

7.3C

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

M

 

 

 

Task #

Camouflage Tasks

Junior

8.1A

Define camouflage

AT

8.1B

State the seven considerations for camouflage

AT

8.1C

Perform camouflage for individual and indiv. weapons

AT

8.1D

Define cover

AT

8.1E

Explain the two types of cover

AT

8.1F

Use natural and artificial cover

AT

8.1G

Define concealment

AT

8.1H

Explain the two types of concealment

AT

8.1I

Use natural and artificial concealment

AT

8.3A

Explain how the squad uses C.C.C. in the defense.

M

 

 

 

Task #

Map Reading Task

Junior

9.1A

Read 6 digit grid coordinate

AT

9.1B

State colors of the map

AT

9.1C

Explain the meaning of each map color

AT

9.1D

Determine distance on a map

AT

9.1E

Describe purpose and types of contour lines

AT

9.1F

State elevation of a given point on a map

AT

9.1G

Explain what terrain features may be found on a map

AT

9.1H

State location of legend on a map

AT

9.1I

Orient map using terrain features

AT

9.1J

Determine location using dead reckoning

AT

 

 

 

Task #

Land Navigation Task

Junior

10.1A

ID the parts of a compass

AT

10.1B

Explain the use for each part on a compass

AT

10.1C

Perform pace count

AT

10.1D

Orient map using a compass

AT

10.1E

Explain the two methods for holding the compass.

AT

10.3A

Perform "offset 90" technique around an obstacle.

M

10.3B

During darkness, shoot an azimuth w/ center hold.

M

10.3C

During darkness, follow an azimuth w/ center hold.

M

10.4A

Determine location using intersection

P

10.4B

Determine location using resection

P

 

 

 

Task #

M-16 A2 Tasks

Junior

11.1A

State the 4 safe weapons handling rules

AT

11.1B

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

AT

11.1C

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

AT

11.1D

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

AT

11.1E

Demonstrate strong, weak and cross-body carries

AT

11.1F

State the weight of the M-16

AT

11.3A

Explain what a malfunction for the M-16 is

M

11.3B

Explain what a stoppage for the M-16 is

M

11.3C

State the acronym for immediate action

M

11.3D

Define immediate action for the M-16

M

11.3E

Perform immediate action for the M-16

M

11.3F

State the acronym for remedial action

M

11.3G

Define remedial action for the M-16

M

11.3H

Perform remedial action for the M-16

M

 

 

 

Task #

Fireteam Tasks

Junior

12.1A

State the mission of the fire team

AT

12.1B

State the organization of the fire team

AT

12.1C

State the duties of a rifleman

AT

12.1D

ID the symbols for F/AT members

AT

12.1E

State the weapons organic to the fire team

AT

12.1F

Identify hand and arm signals

AT

 

 

 

Task #

Squad Tactics Tasks

Junior

13.3A

State the characteristics of the squad column formation

M

13.3B

State the characteristics of the squad wedge formation

M

13.3C

State the characteristics of the squad echelon formation

M

13.3D

State the characteristics of the squad skirmisher formation

M

13.3E

State the characteristics of the squad line formation

M

13.3F

State the weapons organic to the squad

M

13.3G

Use BAMCIS to prepare a squad

M

13.3H

Give 5 paragraph order (SMEAC) to squad

M

13.3I

Explain the purpose of a squad fire plan sketch

M

13.3J

Prepare a squad fire plan sketch

M

13.3K

Direct the movement of a squad in any combat formation

M

13.3L

Prepare squad in defensive positions

M

 

 

 

Task #

Patrolling Tasks

Junior

14.1A

Identify the types of patrolling.

AT

14.1B

Explain the purposes of patrolling.

AT

14.1C

Explain the five areas requiring proficiency for patrolling.

AT

14.1D

Identify the six factors for observation.

AT

14.1E

Demonstrate hand and arm signals.

AT

14.1F

Demonstrate individual movement.

AT

14.1G

React to a near ambush.

AT

14.1H

React to a far ambush.

AT

14.3A

Set up squad in hasty defense

M

14.3B

Set up squad in deliberate ambush

M

14.3C

Direct squad reaction to a near ambush

M

14.3D

Direct squad reaction to a far ambush

M

14.3E

Organize a squad sized reconnaissance patrol

M

14.3F

Lead a squad sized reconnaissance patrol

M

 

 

 

Task #

General Tactic Tasks

Junior

15.1A

Explain the purpose of the 3 crawl techniques

AT

15.1B

Demonstrate the 3 crawl techniques

AT

15.1C

Explain the purpose for the individual rush technique

AT

15.1D

Demonstrate the individual rush

AT

15.1E

Explain what the acronym "BAMCIS" stands for.

AT

15.3A

Organize a frontal assault

M

15.3B

Direct a frontal assault

M

15.3C

Organize an envelopment maneuver

M

15.3D

Direct an envelopment maneuver

M

 

 

 

Task #

5 Paragraph Order Tasks

Junior

17.1A

Identify the purpose of the 5 paragraph order.

AT

17.1B

Identify who uses the 5 paragraph order.

AT

17.1C

Identify the acronym for the 5 paragraph order.

AT

17.3A

Explain each sub-paragraph for ‘Situation’.

M

17.3B

Explain the ‘Mission’ paragraph

M

17.3C

Explain each sub-paragraph for ‘Execution’.

M

17.3D

Explain each sub-paragraph for ‘Admin and Logistics’.

M

17.3E

Explain each sub-paragraph for ‘Command and Signal’.

M

 

 

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