NAVMC 3500.7C — Artillery Training And Readiness Manual

NAVMC 3500.7C governs training standards, regulations, and policies for Marines in the logistics occupational field.

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  • Publication number: NAVMC 3500.7C
  • Title: ARTILLERY TRAINING AND READINESS MANUAL
  • Date: 29 Oct 2018
  • Proponent: 03000 Operations & Readiness
  • Status: Current

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It contains collective and individual training requirements built around mission essential task lists and related Marine Corps tasks. The manual identifies minimum combat-performance standards and includes artillery events, MOS-specific events, ammunition quantities, and simulation guidance.

Applies to: This Manual is applicable to the Marine Corps Total Force.

Topics covered

  • Mission essential tasks
  • Artillery collective events
  • MOS individual events
  • Ammunition quantities
  • Simulation prioritization
  • Amphibious operations
  • Fire support planning
  • Logistics support

Questions and answers

How are the events in NAVMC 3500.7C related to Marine Corps tasks?

All events contained in this Manual relate directly to these METLs and MCTs. (paragraph 1)

When can alternate amphibious training components be used?

Only in this amphibious shipping resource constrained situation will an alternatively acceptable level of amphibious training readiness be achieved through a combination of primary and alternate event components. (paragraph 3)

What is the preferred option for simulating staff-level operations?

Simulation of most staff-level operations is possible via CPX, however the preferred option is live-fire. (paragraph 6)

What actions are required to sustain a HIMARS battery?

Battery personnel will conduct all actions necessary to maintain equipment and conduct resupply. (paragraph 2)

When must local security diagrams be submitted?

Local Security Diagrams must be completed and submitted within three hours of position occupation. (paragraph 2)

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