Role of the Joint Readiness Training Center in Training the Future Force

By David J. Taylor

The Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC) has been the Army's primary trainer for contingency forces since 1987, providing exceptionally realistic and relevant training to prepare units and develop leaders for the challenge of combat operations. However, changes at the JRTC may be in order to adjust to the Army's training requirements as the Army transforms its combat formations into the Future Force. The thesis' purpose is to initiate a discussion on how the JRTC can assist the Army in training the Future Force brigade combat teams as the Army transitions to meet the threats of the contemporary operational environment. This study is a qualitative research project, which analyzes what changes are necessary for the JRTC to remain an important US Army training tool. The thesis examines several areas within the JRTC that may require modification including operations group manning, battlespace requirements, rotation types, live-fire exercises, and situational training exercises. Finally, the thesis recommends specific changes to the JRTC, so that it continues to fulfill the US Army's training needs.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1249286360
• ISBN13: 9781249286363
• Release Date: August 2012
• Publisher: Biblioscholar
• Length: 122 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.1" x 9.2"