TC 7-0.3 — Plan An Event
TC 7-0.3 governs the planning, execution, and evaluation of Army training events, including platoon and lane training.
- Publication number: TC 7-0.3
- Title: PLAN AN EVENT
- Date: 09/23/2025
- Proponent: T2COM
- Status: ACTIVE
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TC 7-0.3 covers training event planning, platoon planning, lane training, the 8-step Training Model, and troop leading procedures. It requires structured planning, evaluation, feedback, retraining, and recording and sharing results.
Applies to: TC 7-0.3 applies to the Active Army, Army National Guard/Army National Guard of the United States and United States Army Reserve unless otherwise stated.
Topics covered
- Platoon training event planning
- Lane training
- Lane training exercise activities
- Lane training support requirements
- 8-step Training Model
- Troop leading procedures
- Training event feedback
- Training results
Questions and answers
What is lane training used for?
Lane training is a technique to train and evaluate small units and Soldiers on individual tasks, collective tasks, or battle drills in a designated and controlled area, or facility. (paragraph 2-1)
What personnel and components are required for lane training?
At a minimum, lane training consists of the following components and personnel: The training unit. Evaluators. OPFOR teams (as required). (paragraph 2-21)
Which unit normally manages a lane?
Normally, the unit two echelons higher than the unit on the lane manages the lane, but a unit one echelon higher can manage it. (paragraph 2-23)
What activities occur during a lane training exercise?
There are five basic activities that occur in the conduct of a LTX. These activities are executed sequentially and consist of assembly, rehearsal, execution, AAR, and retraining. (paragraph 2-29)
When must units retrain tasks during an 8-step training event?
Units retrain tasks as necessary until they achieve the standard before they conclude the event. (paragraph 2-35)