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SYSTEM TRAINING PLAN

FOR THE

JOINT SURVEILLANCE TARGET ATTACK RADAR SYSTEM

COMMON GROUND STATION

Date: 23 May 2001


Version: Milestone III

Proponent School:

USAIC&FH

ATTN: ATZS-FDC-NS

Fort Huachuca, AZ 85613-6000

Table of Contents

Paragraph Page


1. System Description................................................................…………. 1

2. Target Audience……………………………………………………….. 2

3. Assumptions..............................................................................………. 2

4. Training Constraints…………………………………………………... 2

5. Training Concept (AC/RC)..................................................………….. 3

6. Training Strategy (AC/RC).............…………………………………… 4

6a. NET Strategy (WarMod)................……………………………… 4

6b. Individual Training (Warrior)…………………………………… 5

6c. Unit/Sustainment Training (Warfighter)………………………… 7

6d. Digital Training Support at USAIC&FH………………………… 7

7. Training Products.....................................……………………………… 8

8. Training Support................................………………………………….. 10

9. Post Fielding Training Effectiveness Analysis.........…………………... 11
Annexes
A Target Audience......................................................... ………………….. A1

B Individual Combined Arms Training Strategy (CATS) (Warrior)............ B1

C CATS Unit Training Strategy (Warfighter)............................…………... C1

D Milestones............................................………………………………….. D1

E Resources......................................................…………………………….. E1

F References………………………………………………………………... F1

G Coordination………………………………………………… …………… G1

H Acronyms………………………………………………………… …….… H1



I TADSS……………………………………………………………………. I 1


SYSTEM TRAINING PLAN (STRAP)

FOR THE

JOINT SURVEILLANCE TARGET ATTACK RADAR SYSTEM (JSTARS)

COMMON GROUND STATION (CGS)


1. System Description. The JSTARS is a joint service system that provides real-time sensor data to both the ground and air commanders. The focus of the JSTARS system is corps and below. It primarily interfaces with intelligence and electronic warfare (IEW) and fire support elements, but is capable of providing support to all of the battlefield functional areas in support of Army operations. JSTARS will detect, locate, and track moving targets and detect stationary ground targets located beyond the forward line of own troops (FLOT).
a. The JSTARS CGS. The CGS is the key Army component of the JSTARS system. The JSTARS CGS consists of commercial off the shelf (COTS) and government off the shelf (GOTS) equipment, including hardware and software, integrated into a shelter mounted on a highly mobile multi-wheeled vehicle (HMMWV). Airborne sensors provide imagery data to the CGS where operators display, process, analyze, and disseminate this data to the Army's command, control, communications, computers, and intelligence network (C4I). The CGS produces and displays intelligence and targeting information to support field commanders in countering enemy movements. The CGS features an open software/hardware architecture and windows operating environment designed to support fast and efficient user management, processing, display, recording, and dissemination of sensor data.
(1) The CGS is capable of interfacing with a variety of sensors such as the Air Force E-8C, a militarized Boeing 707-300 series aircraft, and the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) telemetry and video. Electronics-intelligence and communications-intelligence data is accessed through the Commander’s Tactical Terminal (CTT/H-3). The Joint Tactical Terminal (JTT), as a replacement for the current CTT, will be integrated into the CGS upon fielding. CGSs function independently or may be interconnected to other CGSs over a fiber optic local area network (LAN). Each CGS has a remote workstation (RWS) in the truck cab and interfaces with All Source Analysis System (ASAS), and FS elements such as Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS), and Apache AH-64, Longbow Fire Control Radar.
(2) The CGS is follow-on to the Light Ground Station Module (LGSM) and has the same functionality, with the addition of an integrated data modem (IDM) and secondary image dissemination (SID) capability. This evolutionary growth and development of the CGS allows incorporation of enhanced capabilities, additional sensors, new technology, and advanced operator functions. This preplanned product improvement (P3I) provides war fighters a greatly enhanced, highly automated capability to receive, process, manipulate, store and display perishable intelligence data (from sources at national through tactical levels) in near real time to satisfy the commander's operational requirements.
b. CGS First Unit Equipped (FUE) Date. The United States Army Intelligence Center and Fort Huachuca, AZ (USAIC&FH) was equipped in July 1997.
2. Target Audience. Training is required for all personnel holding military occupational specialty (MOS) 96H (in grade E-7 and below) designated as CGS operators, MOS 33W, IEW Systems Repairers, and MI officers. Initial entry training is conducted at the Intelligence Center in each affected MOS and officer course. E-8 Airborne Target Surveillance Supervisor (ATSS), MOS 96HX1B/1A, Basic Qualification Course training is conducted at Robins AFB, Georgia.
3. Assumptions.
a. Training Development Funding. The Program Manager (PM) will provide funds for Intelligence Center personnel to participate in training development, CGS Integrated Logistic Support Management Team meetings, in-progress reviews, factory training for all test player personnel, and instructor and key personnel training.
b. Training Materials. Training resources developed and funded by the PM will be available for resident training, unit training, Army Correspondence Course Program courses, soldiers manuals, mission training plans (MTP), and CATS training development. The PM will also provide the funding to maintain all the related courseware.
c. New Equipment Training (NET). The PM will fund the doctrine and tactics training (DTT) and CGS new equipment training (NET) for MOS 96H and 33W soldiers at the fielded units.
d. Embedded Training. The CGS includes fully embedded training for individual/operator level sustainment. This is the “In-Unit Trainer” mode of software built into the CGS. The Target Signature Array (TSA) will also provide a CGS embedded training capability. The TSA will be either embedded in or strapped on the system and will interface with the Intelligence and Electronic Warfare Tactical Proficiency Trainer (IEWTPT).
e. Operator Prerequisite Training. All MOS 96H personnel, E-7 and below, must attend the Imagery Ground Station Operator Course (233-96H10).
f. Maintainer Prerequisite Training. All MOS 33W personnel, E-7 and below, must attend the IEW Systems Repair Course (102-33W10).



  1. Training Constraints.


a. Operator Workload. Predecessor system operators have expressed concerns that with the addition of the increased responsibilities in the CGS system, their workload would reach unmanageable levels. The CGS will build from predecessor system software baselines with increased functionality and additional control and display responsibilities. FDT&E operator workload measurements indicate that as crew performance improved over time, the apparent workload decreased to moderate levels. A training factor is evident, however, the possible perception by IET student operators that the workload has surpassed their abilities or become unmanageable due to complexity of operations, may have an initially negative impact on training. CGS training courses have been formalized and the Common Ground Station Trainer (CGST) is on-line to facilitate training. Also, increased automation of some operator functions was developed for CGS implementation to offset the increase in functional responsibility. These improvement factors should reduce operator workload to more manageable levels, while addressing the MANPRINT training domain.

b. Noise Levels. Noise levels from the towed generator and the vehicle could adversely affect operator-to-operator speech communications. Measured noise levels never reached hazardous levels (above 85 dBA). Preliminary test results indicate that interior noise levels over 75 dBA can be expected at the operator positions in the shelter. Noise levels above 75 dBA will require the implementation of noise attenuating personal equipment to facilitate operator-to-operator communications. If this noise attenuating equipment is not utilized by the system operators, training may be diminished resulting in personnel not being trained to the fullest capacity. The affected MANPRINT domains include Human Engineering, Safety, and Health Hazards.
c. Workspace Layout. User egress, ingress, and other anthropometric accommodations and personal equipment stowage provisions were marginally acceptable in the MGSM. Installation of the same equipment, (different suite) in the smaller vehicle, (CGS) results in inadequate space for personnel and the stowage of personal gear and supplies. FDT&E results indicate that anthropometric accommodation and stowage provisions are limited due to HMMWV size and weight restrictions. Training on the system could be adversely affected due to the lack of training room available to demonstrate necessary system hardware/component operations to classes of three or more students. The equipment stowage concepts and personnel space accommodation, have been addressed as part of the LRIP program. Changes from the LRIP development effort will be incorporated into the CGS design. The affected domain is Human Factors Engineering.
5. Training Concept (AC/RC). The Intelligence Center is the proponent for all JSTARS CGS training.

a. Institutional Training. CGS training is integrated into existing MOS-producing, professional development, and officer courses to the greatest extent possible. Institutional training is conducted for MOS 96H and 33W. Doctrinal training is conducted for Military Intelligence (MI) officers during the warrant officer basic and advanced courses, Officer basic course (OBC) and captains career course (CCC). Also for MI noncommissioned officers (NCOs) during the basic NCO course (BNCOC), and advanced NCO course (ANCOC). Initial development and procurement of the program of instruction (POI) and lesson plans for the 33W and 96H institutional training is the responsibility of the PM. All CGS operator and maintenance personnel receive institutional training. Training required for maintenance and repair of CGS unique equipment and components is identified in the POI and individual training plan (ITP). Additionally, training for Joint STARS operations is institutionalized into Army training programs, such as NCO advanced courses, Warrant officer basic and advanced courses, officer basic and advanced courses, Combined Arms Services Staff School, Command and General Staff College, and senior service colleges pre-command courses. Appropriate doctrinal publications have been developed to support the training. Institutional and unit sustainment operator training will use the Virtual Surveillance Target Attack Radar System (VSTARS), and the IEWTPT. These training systems are currently under development, and are further discussed in paragraph 7, under Training Products.
b. New Equipment Training (NET) Strategy Summary. Units receive NET during CGS fielding. The NET Team (NETT) provides copies of training materials to the fielded units to support unit sustainment/proficiency training.
c. Doctrine and Tactics Training (DTT). NSTO is responsible for developing DTT. MI officers and NCOs receive DTT during the WOBC, WOAC, OBC, CCC and BNCOC and ANCOC courses, respectively. This training explains doctrinal usage of the system in a variety of roles supporting field artillery, MI, and maneuver BDE etc., and the capabilities and limitations of the system. Concurrently, DTT is provided to personnel in the fielded units by correspondence, or a contracted training team. This training closely mimics the information taught in the WOBC, WOAC, OBC, CCC and BNCOC and ANCOC courses. This training package is distributed to other schools wishing to incorporate JSTARS training into their courses.
d. Reserve Component (RC) Training. If a RC unit receives this equipment, RC MI officers and NCOs receive DTT during their attendance at the appropriate institutional courses. System operation and maintenance (MOSs 96H and 33W) training for current MOS holders is accomplished through exportable NET training developed by the Intelligence Center, and Motorola Corp.
6. Training Strategy (AC/RC). The Intelligence Center is the proponent for all JSTARS CGS training.
a. NET Strategy (Warmod). CGS NET is required for both operator and maintenance personnel. NET requirements are determined and identified by the PM. NET is conducted by new equipment training teams at the gaining units location.

(1) Operator NET (96H). The NETT provides advanced operator training to the gaining units along with difference training between the CGS version 1 and version 2 capabilities. This difference training will also be provided for other future CGS system upgrades. The NETT uses the embedded training capabilities of the system, robust simulations, and other distance learning products and technologies to increase training effectiveness and efficiency. The NETT provides the unit with a leave-behind CGS training support package. This package includes a JSTARS field manual (FM 34-25-1), positional handbooks, CGS lesson plans, critical task list, CBT CD-ROM and software users guide. As a future P3I for the CGS version 2, this package will be web-based, and offer the unit on-line digitized training media and materials. These products provide:



(a) Knowledge required for unit CGS operation and utilization.
(b) A description of the capabilities that the CGS in conjuction with the E-8 aircraft will offer the receiving units.
(c) Details of how the CGS improves combat effectiveness, and the horizontal and vertical integration of the system and the information it provides to the commander.
(2) Maintainer NETT (33W). The Maintainer NETT provides a system overview and direct support level maintenance training. The NETT provides the unit with a complete training packet containing CD-ROM, lesson plans, student handouts, and tests. The NETT training packet allows the unit to provide continued training ensuring a constant state of readiness. The NETT provides their training on site, utilizing the newly fielded CGS systems. Future capabilities will include possible on-line NET instruction as well as video-teleconference (VTC).
b. Institutional/Individual Training (Warrior). Individual training is conducted for MOS 96H and 33W. Doctrinal training is conducted for Military Intelligence officers during the WOBC, WOAC, OBC and CCC courses, and for MI NCOs during BNCOC and ANCOC. DTT and leader training is further addressed in paragraph 5c.
(1) All Army personnel holding MOS 96H, in the rank of SFC and below will receive CGS institutional training, and when attending NCOES professional development courses will receive CGS DTT.
(a) MOS 96H IET consists of common core subjects, doctrinal usage of JSTARS products, operations on the CGS simulators, and unit level maintenance on actual systems. This IET training lasts 19 weeks and 4 days. It contains 5 weeks of common core, the remaining time is devoted to CGS system specific training. Additionally, students will receive training on the new digitized Tactical Operations Center (TOC). Current class capacity is 32 students maximum and 28 students optimal, with an annual maximum student throughput of 256 when training classes are double shifted. Assets needed to support this training are four 8-seat training devices, simulating CGS operations/maintenance, and five actual CGS systems for training of unit level maintenance and collective tasks.
(b) The BNCOC course for MOS 96H is 5 weeks in length. The NCO Academy currently teaches doctrinal employment of the CGS to include military briefings, TAC IEW, IPB, information security, CGS pre-mission operations, CGS connectivity and mission operations, ACE/ACT support operations, and AFATDS support operations. Starting May 2001, 96H BNCOC will also teach advanced imagery analysis, basic Unix, system supervisor, and the embedded In-Unit Trainer software. BNCOC training will also utilize the new digital “TOC” room facility that will provide BNCOC students with knowledge of how to set up and organize a digitized TOC/Brigade ACT/DIV or CORPS ACE. Students will learn how SIGINT, IMINT, and HUMINT automation is fused to build the Common Operating Picture (COP) for the Commander. This model TOC will incorporate various feeds and capabilities, to include the CGS. Assets required to support BNCOC training are a minimum of one (1) Joint Services Workstation System (JSWS) and 8 workstations remoted off of the JSWS. The JSWS will require access to the Secret Internet Protocol Network (SIPRNET). Additionally, the NCO Academy requires the use of the CGS systems for hands on training, and for use in the new digital TOC.
(c) The ANCOC course for MOS 96H is 9 weeks and 3 days in length. Students receive CGS doctrinal training during the collection management block of Common Instruction. This training explains capabilities, limitations, and doctrinal usage of the system. Planned ANCOC training will also utilize the new digital “TOC” room facility which will provide ANCOC students with a knowledge of how to set up and organize a digitized TOC/Brigade ACT/DIV or CORPS ACE. Students will learn how SIGINT, IMINT, and HUMINT automation is fused to build the Common Operating Picture (COP) for the Commander during the proposed TOC train-up and STX. This model TOC will incorporate various feeds and capabilities, to include the CGS.
(d) Aircrew Training. MOS 96H personnel selected for aircrew duty attend survival, escape, evasion and resistance training, water survival training, life support training, the Enlisted Aircrew Undergraduate Course, and the Airborne Target Surveillance Supervisor Course conducted by the Air Force. Refer to the Air Force JSTARS System Training Plan for specific details.
(e) CGS Doctrinal training is conducted for Military Intelligence officers during the WOBC, WOAC, OBC and CCC courses. These courses will also incorporate the new digital “TOC” room training, which will provide an understanding of the utilization, and network of systems approach. MI officers will learn the set-up and operation of the digitized TOC, and how the CGS along with other MI feeds are fused to provide the COP for the Commander.
(2) All Army personnel attending the 102-33W10 course receive institutional training on the CGS as part of the MOS 33W training. This CGS portion of the training is conducted in a maximum of four weeks, including two weeks (72 hours) of theory of operation/capabilities/ limitations and two weeks (72 hours) of operation and troubleshooting/repair. Additionally, students will receive training on the new digitized TOC. Current optimum class size is 8 soldiers per class, with a programmed throughput of 385 soldiers for FY00.
(a) High Powered Workstation (HPW) training supports the CGS maintenance training, and is conducted during the Computer Systems Fundamentals portion of the 102-33W10 course. This training consists of maintenance of computers, software maintenance actions to include reloading software, and repairing corrupted files.
(b) Resources required to support the Computer Systems Fundamentals portion of the 102-33W10 training are: nine Sun Ultra 170E workstations to be used during the Computer System Fundamentals portion of the 102-33W10 course, one CGS maintenance training device to perform demonstrations and teach test operation skills and troubleshooting skills, and two CGS systems to teach troubleshooting skills both in garrison and during the 33W field training exercise (FTX).
(c) MOS 33W BNCOC students are trained on Ultra computer and server maintenance during the Advanced Computers portion of 102-33W30. Assets to support this training are a minimum of two Enterprise servers, four workstations, and two RAIDs linked together running the CGS software. Additionally, students will receive training on the new digitized TOC. This model TOC training will focus on the maintenance of all the various feeds within an ACE/ACT to include the CGS. The BNCOC course is 12 weeks and 4 days in length.
(d) MOS 33W ANCOC students receive doctrinal training during the common instruction collection management block. This training explains capabilities, limitations, and doctrinal usage of the system to include the horizontal and vertical integration of the data the CGS provides to the end user and how it is incorporated into their decision cycle. Additionally, students will receive training on the new digitized TOC. The ANCOC course is 11 weeks and 2 days in length.
c. Unit/Sustainment Training (Warfighter). NSTO is responsible for developing and executing DTT. The NETT provides difference training to gaining units.
(1) Unit CGS operator training will use High Level Architecture (HLA) scenarios and LAN capability to connect with the school trainer and participate in instructor-led lessons, and recorded missions. Lessons, funded and developed by the PM, are available to the unit through computer-based training, (CBT) and also over the Internet. Training devices currently under development to enhance unit sustainment training are the VSTARS, and the IEWTPT. These developmental systems are further discussed in paragraph 7a(5) and 7a(3).
(2) MOS 33W. Soldiers can address specific problems, ask for suggestions/review and provide suggestions or advice for other soldiers by posting on the Link-33 Home Page web site. Normal job performance in the fielded units provides proficiency training for CGS maintenance. Distance learning is accomplished by using CBTs and web based training.
(3) MOS 96H. All CGS version 2 systems will eventually permit SIPRNET LAN capability with the school-based trainer to allow participation in instructor-led training events and scenarios. The SIPRNET will also permit feedback on system operation and training issues and allow unit training to be accomplished using a HLA scenario.

(4) Doctrinal Training. MI Officers and NCOs receive doctrinal training during the

OBC, CCC, ANCOC and BNCOC courses, respectively. This training explains doctrinal usage of the system in a variety of roles to support Field Artillery, Air Defense Artillery, MI, etc., and the capabilities and limitations of the system. DTT is also provided to personnel in fielded units by the NETT. This training closely follows the information taught in the CCC and ANCOC courses. This training package is distributed to other schools wishing to incorporate JSTARS training into their courses.


  1. Digital Training Support at USAIC&FH. This subparagraph is unique to this school and supports OPORD 00-01, USAIC Transformation USAIC&FH, 01 Aug 2000.




  1. Collateral LAN connects the CGS to the digital TOC. The host system operators will maintain the ASAS, UAV, AFATDS, and any other systems that connect into the CGS.




  1. The training for connectivity between systems within the digital TOC will be trained at the Host system institutional training as well as basic and advanced level NCOES and MI Officer schools.


7. Training Products.
a. Operator (MOS 96H).
(1) Five CGS systems are required to train AIT operator organizational maintenance and provide training support for the 96H BNCOC and ANCOC courses during the hands-on and digitized TOC training.
(2) One classroom instructional system (PC) with 16 separate monitors will be used for slideshow presentations for operator institutional training.
(3) The Common Ground Station Trainer (CGST) which consists of four instructor workstations and thirty-two total student positions is required to train the CGS operators.
(a) The training devices must be programmable and fully capable of simulating all mission configurations of the CGS.
(b) The training devices must provide training on all operator tasks and include a capability for automated remediation.
(c) The instructor workstation must be capable of controlling scenarios and allow different scenarios at each student position.
(d) The instructor workstations must have the capability to control scenario sequencing and allow instructors to revise MATDEV provided scenarios.
(e) The training devices must include the following training capabilities: detecting and selecting moving targets, target tracking, processing and interpreting moving target indicators, fixed target indicators, synthetic aperture radar, UAV, video and telemetry and Commanders Tactical Terminal (CTT)/Joint Tactical Terminal (JTT). It must allow update/ revision of target/mission priorities. The training devices must have the capability to train all of the interfaces used by the CGS system. PM CGS and PM TRADE will provide all required support for the development of the CGS training capabilities

(4) The IEWTPT system. IEWTPT and CGS system hardware/software will provide sustainment and proficiency training for operators and crews in a multi-sensor-simulated environment. The PM is responsible for developing the TSA, a stimulator for the CGS. The TSA will be either embedded in or strapped on the system and will interface with the other two components of the IEWTPT; the Technical Control Cell (TCC) and the Constructive Simulation, (Warfighter’s Simulation (WARSIM) 2000 Intelligence Module (WIM)) Context Expander. The PM is also responsible for funding the interface to IEWTPT and WIM. This embedded training capability will be designed for use in both institutional and unit sustainment training. The CGS must be configured to go from an operational mode to an embedded training mode using a simple switch, without downgrading the combat functions of the system.


(5) Combat Synthetic Training Assessment Range (CSTAR). CSTAR is a training system that is scheduled for fielding in FY01 to the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, and was fielded to III Corps, Fort Hood, Texas. It provides a limited training capability for 96H’s at those locations by stimulating or emulating Moving Target Indicator (MTI) feeds to the CGS that supports the maneuver brigade tactical operations center (TOC). CSTAR primarily trains the maneuver commander and his staff on the usage of and exploitation of the CGS system, while also providing a limited training opportunity for MOS 96H personnel to train in a hands-on tactical environment. Operations at the Combat Training Centers (CTC) will require prior coordination with PM TRADE to ensure effective interface with all the instrumentation systems.
(6) The VSTARS is a training system that is used for mission crew training and joint simulation training. VSTARS utilizes Janus, a computer based simulation of combat operations, to provide interactive simulation capability. VSTARS has proven to provide greater fidelity MTI and SAR simulations than currently in use, while also being able to create three times more simulation entities than the present JSTARS simulator. The VSTARS prototype configuration will operate as a stand-alone system at Robins AFB with connectivity to the CGS school at Ft Huachuca, AZ. MTI and SAR data will be sent via a T-1/SIPRNET link to Fort Huachuca. VSTARS has the capability to operate in the mission crew-training simulator (MCTS) and/or on an E-8 aircraft.

b. Maintainer (MOS 33W).
(1) Two complete CGS systems are required to support training of system specific equipment and all ancillary system items of equipment not mounted inside the shelter. These systems must be 100% complete, to include government furnished equipment, and include Fault Insertion Modules. No CBT is used for 33W maintenance training, but uses 1 instructor and 8 student terminals for slides. This system requirement is in addition to the equipment needed for the 96H Course.
(2) One Common Ground Station Maintenance Trainer (CGSMT) is required to meet student throughput of the 33W unit level/DS/GS maintenance course.
(a) The training device must replicate the actual system to the maximum extent possible, without CTT and Ground Data Terminal (GDT) modules. The CTT and GDT modules will be configured in the three CGS systems procured.
(b) The training device will be mounted in a clamshell-designed chassis that can be opened to facilitate demonstrations of the training.
(c) The training device and CGS systems will provide the capability to fault various wiring within the system to support troubleshooting of interconnections.
(d) The training device and CGS systems will provide a means to monitor student performance and archive performance data.
(e) The training device and CGS systems will provide the capability to insert system faults to facilitate maintenance training
(3) High Power Workstations (HPW). The HPW are computer workstations that have the latest technology upgrades. The workstations currently used in the 33W maintenance courses are not HPWs and are not being upgraded, but need to be. These workstations are to be periodically updated to keep up with the rapid change of high-end workstations. There is to be a one-time upgrade to the Fort Huachuca HPW classrooms. After the upgrade has been made, a quarterly check for HPW upgrades will be assessed for future mission support and training. The PM will provide necessary funding for current modifications and future upgrades of workstations.



  1. Training Support.



a. Distance Learning Infrastructure. The PM is funding the development of CBTs for the CGS operators and maintainers. These CBTs utilize interactive software to provide student training. Additionally, CGS maintenance lessons and instruction is provided throughout the internet on the Link-33 Home Page.
b. Facilities. Operator classrooms must be upgraded to facilitate the VSTARS simulations and also CGS CBT terminals. Subsequent building modifications are planned for the 96H course. The 33W course requires an additional two CGS systems and the necessary building modifications to maintain necessary throughput of students. The PM will provide funding for these simulations and related modifications.

c. Trainer Maintenance. The US Army Simulation Training and Instrumentation Command (STRICOM) will be tasked with the overall maintenance and support of the CGSTs and CGSMTs along with the CGS systems with the funding provided by the PM.
d. Significant Training Issues at Risk.
(1) Resources. Any future TRADOC cuts in instruction and course lengths may jeopardize the current training strategy for both MOS 96H and MOS 33W. The Intelligence Center will attempt to reduce impact via distance learning, contract, or other available means.
(2) Systems. Insufficient numbers of CGS systems provided to TRADOC may jeopardize both MOS 33W and 96H institutional training, along with the 96H BNCOC and ANCOC training portions that require utilization of these CGS systems as well as the JSWS.
(3) Devices. Lack of appropriate workstations in the MOS 33W IET may jeopardize CGS incorporation into the maintenance strategy for IEW equipment. For example: without two additional CGS systems the Intelligence Center will not meet student throughput goals of the 33W DS/GS maintenance course. Also, training will not be to standard if either the systems or trainers become non-operational due to software or hardware failures. The PM will support procurement and development of the HPW classroom to facilitate the MOS 33W IET and also the F112 UNIX course.
(4) Workstations. Both the 96H and the 33W JSTARS schools currently use multiple workstations. These computers are to be used to train and maintain current readiness with the software and hardware compatibility in the CGS. If the schoolhouse workstations are left behind the technology race without upgrades there is a very high risk that the students are not getting the training required to operate or maintain the current and ever upgrading CGS system.

9. Post Fielding Training Effectiveness Analysis (PFTEA).
a. Training Evaluation. USAIC&FH, as the training agent, will ensure the technical adequacy of CGS training. The Office of the Registrar will analyze the POI (programs of instruction), lesson plans, and conduct of training. Data will be collected by random sampling during course instruction, and upon class graduation. Surveys will be used to modify training courses or curricula and directed towards satisfying the training needs of the participating services.
b. Post Fielding Evaluation Summary. One year following the completion of the system fielding, a post fielding training effectiveness evaluation (PFTEA) will be conducted. This feedback will assist the Intelligence Center in correcting training deficiencies and will provide valuable feedback that may affect the next generation of equipment or product improvements. Upon completion of the PFTEA, the Intelligence Center will take appropriate actions to update/revise the training courses and training materials. Field training exercise results and /or operational experiences from the users will be utilized in addition to institutional training evaluation data. It is vital that the Office of the Registrar receive feedback from users to ensure the training meets the user’s needs. The post fielding evaluation team will also provide feedback to the fielded unit on their findings and actions taken by the Intelligence Center to correct noted deficiencies.

JSTARS CGS STRAP, ANNEX A


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