METL and Training Assessment
The commander provides two principal inputs at the start of the planning process:
• METL-The METL is the focus for effective and efficient training. A commander sets training priorities and allocates resources based on how well the unit executes its METL tasks and the related collective and individual tasks drawn from MCCRES volumes, training and readiness manuals, mission requirements, and individual and collective standards.
• Training Assessment-A training assessment compares the unit’s current level of proficiency with the desired level of warfighting proficiency.
Assessment of Training Proficiency
The following steps must be taken during the assessment of a unit’s training proficiency:
• Identify unit missions and requirements
• Determine individual and collective proficiency
• Establish training priorities
• Prepare a long-, mid-, and short-range training plans
Training Standards
Training standards provide the baseline for commanders to determine deficiencies and strengths, to conduct training, and to evaluate the results of training. They are a product of the SAT process and are expressed as
• Individual training standards
• Collective training standards
Individual Training Standards (ITSs)
Individual training standards (ITSs) establish specific performance objectives based on a Marine’s military occupational specialty (MOS). All Marines must acquire the skills and knowledge they need to execute their MOS.
Repetitive practice sustains individual skills.
Collective Training Standards
Collective training standards are the mission performance standards (MPSs) of the MCCRES. The primary purpose of collective training is to develop units that can accomplish their combat missions.
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Training and Evaluation,
ContinuedFormal Training Requirements
Not only are Marines required to maintain individual and collective standards, they are required to maintain formal training requirements as well. The table below lists some training requirements in the Marine Corps and their
respective time requirements.
Training Requirement Time Requirement
Marksmanship annually
Physical Fitness 3 times per week
Physical Fitness Test semiannually Marine Corps Common Skills (MCCS) command directed Combat water Survival Training
(Swimmer’s ability determines requalification times)
CWS4 every year CWS3 every 2 years CWS2 every 3 years CWS1 every 4 years WSQ every 6 years Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical 6 hours annually
Marine Corps
MCTEEP provides the Marine Corps with a standard scheduling/planning tool. MCTEEP software is designed to be a management tool that is capable of identifying unit, personnel, and resource conflicts before the execution of training exercises, deployments, or actual contingency operations. It
standardizes training, exercise, and employment plan formats throughout the Marine Corps.
Evaluation of Training
Evaluations help determine if the training program is meeting its training goals. The evaluation phase measures the efficiency and effectiveness of the training program. Training effectiveness is determined by how well Marines meet or exceed the established training standards. Training efficiency is determined by how well the trainer uses available resources to train Marines.
Primary Techniques for Evaluating
There are four primary techniques for evaluating training performances:
• Post training checks
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Training and Evaluation,
ContinuedPost Training Checks
They are the evaluations of training effectiveness. They also assess the need for sustainment training.
Sampling Sampling determines if Marines and units can still perform specific tasks to standard. Marines are given minimal notice so that they cannot prepare in advance.
On-the-Job Observations
Leaders can conduct performance evaluations by watching Marines perform their daily tasks. Leaders then compare the results of the Marines’ work to the standards
Evaluation by Higher
Headquarters
The chain of command conducts several kinds of performance evaluations at regular intervals. These evaluations include:
• Marine Corps Common Skills (MCCS), which tests Marines on, selected common tasks.
• Internal/external MCCRES evaluations. Internal MCCRES evaluations identify weaknesses. Higher headquarters evaluates the ability of subordinate units to demonstrate selected tasks by conducting external MCCRES evaluations.
Evaluation Results
After the evaluation, evaluators provide their findings and recommendations to the evaluated unit commander and to others in the chain of command.
Leaders use evaluation results to determine the strengths and weaknesses of their Marines and subordinate units. During training meetings, they
recommend future training based on this information.
Lesson 3 Exercise
Estimated Study Time
10 minutes
Directions Complete items 1 through 7 by performing the action required. Check your answers against those listed at the end of this lesson.
Item 1 Identifying training objectives clearly, arranging for support, supervising, and evaluating individual and unit proficiency are roles of the
a. maintenance management officer.
b. staff noncommissioned officer.
c. unit commander.
d. Marine in charge of training.
Item 2 An administrative requirement for analyzing readiness is the T/O because it a. is a document which prescribes the mission, structure, and description of a
unit.
b. lists all Marines by name, SSN, and MOS.
c. identifies the weaknesses of each unit.
d. stands alone as a document that identifies the mission.
Item 3 The primary billet responsible for monitoring maintenance management is the a. commodity manager.
b. maintenance management officer.
c. training officer.
d. inspecting officer.
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Lesson 3 Exercise,
ContinuedItem 4 What are the two categories of equipment readiness?
a. Mission capable, non mission capable b. Components, end items
c. Ready equipment, non ready equipment d. Reportable PEIs, mission essential equipment
Item 5 1. The METL is derived from the organizations T/O mission statement, doctrinal employment, combat missions, and other related tasks.
2. Unit Training Management guides commanders in the development of the METL. Each organization’s METL must support and complement higher headquarters’ METL.
3. Unit Training Management guides commanders in the development of the METL.
4. The METL states whether a unit is ready for war or not.
From the list above, which fundamentals apply to METL development?
a. 1, 3, and 4 b. 2, 3, and 4 c. 1, 2, and 3 d. 3 and 4
Item 6 Individual training standards establish specific performance objectives based on a Marine’s
a. line number.
b. military occupational specialty (MOS).
c. billet requirements.
d. training assessment.
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Lesson 3 Exercise,
ContinuedItem 7 MCCRES evaluations are used during which technique when evaluating training performances?
a. Post training checks b. Sampling
c. On-the-job observation
d. Evaluation by higher headquarters
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Lesson 3 Exercise,
ContinuedSolutions The table below provides the correct answers to the exercise items. If you have any questions, refer to the reference page listed for each item.
Item Number Answer Reference
1 c 3-27
2 a 3-29
3 b 3-31
4 d 3-32
5 c 3-34
6 b 3-35
7 d 3-37
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