EXW BOARD QUESTIONS US 112-113

Name the Three classes of UAS

Man-portable UAS Tactical UAS Theater UAS

What are the four DOD threat level assessment factors?

Operational capability Intentions Activity Operating environment

Discuss the following elements of mission planning: b. Time Sensitive Planning

Promotes a logical, rapid flow of information and timely preparation of courses of action. Time-sensitive planning also creates situations where planning and execution occur simultaneously.

Describe the following types of orders: b. OPORD

A directive issued by a commander to subordinate commanders for the purpose of effecting the coordinated execution of an operation

Describe the following types of orders: d. FRAGO

Abbreviated form of an operation order usually issued on a day-to-day basis that eliminates the need for restating information contained in a basic operation order. It may be issued in sections. It is issued after an operation order to change or modify that order or to execute a branch or sequel to that order.

METOC's Impact on Military Capability

Accurate, timely, and reliable METOC information can provide the commander with the knowledge necessary to anticipate and exploit the best window of opportunity to plan, execute, support, and sustain specific operations. Exploiting METOC information to optimize employment of sensors, weapons, logistics, equipment, and personnel is key to successful military operations.

Describe the following types of orders: e. EXORD

An order to initiate military operations as directed.

Describe the following types of orders: a. OPLAN

Any plan for the conduct of military operations. Plans are prepared by combatant commanders in response to requirements established by the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and by commanders of subordinate commands in response to requirements tasked by the establishing unified commander.

112.7 Discuss blocking and bumping techniques.

Blocking: Used to physically block the road with a vehicle to prevent traffic from intermingling with your convoy. Bumping: Replacement of one blocking vehicle with another.

Discuss the following elements of a mission plan and information contained in each: c. Execution

CDR's Intent: defines success for the forcce Concept of Operations: General direction Tasks: Assigns individual units missions Reserve: assigns a mission to the reserve unit Coordinating Instructions

Discuss the following elements of a mission plan and information contained in each: e. Command and Signal

CEOI: Communications-Electronics Operating Instructions JSOI: Joint Signal Operating Instructions Location of unit CDR/Leader and the next higher

Discuss the following elements of a mission plan and information contained in each: b. Mission

Clear and Concise statement: Who What When Where Why

112.2 Discuss the duties and responsibilities of the following personnel: e. Medic/Corpsman Combat Lifesaver j. Security Element Commander k. Recovery Team

Combat Life Savers/Medics Render medical treatment and supervise evacuations and casualties. Security Personnel All other personnel participating in the convoy; can serve as navigators, crew served weapons operators, and vehicle commanders when in duress. Recovery Team Assists in the maintenance and recovery of convoy assets along the route.

112.2 Discuss the duties and responsibilities of the following personnel: a. Convoy Commander/A-Convoy Commander b. Vehicle Commander

Convoy Commander Leader charged with responsibility for the planning, preparation, and execution of convoy. A-Convoy Commander Responsible for the logistics and maintenance and other key support equipment. Vehicle Commander Responsible for standard equipment requirements (ammunition, food, water, fuel) as well as organizing and rehearsing crew drills.

112.1 Discuss the following convoy planning elements: b. Convoy Troop Leading Procedures

Convoy Troop Leading Procedures Receive the mission Issue the warning order Make a tentative plan Initiate movement Reconnoiter Complete the plan Issue the convoy brief Supervise

Describe the following types of orders: c. WARNORD

Defines the objectives, anticipated mission or tasks, pertinent constraints, command relationships and tentative combat forces available to the commander for planning and strategic lift allocations. Purpose Statement Situation Summary Mission Execution

Discuss the following elements of mission planning: a. Deliberate Planning

Deliberate Planning - allow for a more thorough calculation of force ratios, while the analyst in a high operating tempo environment may be able to complete only a rudimentary calculation during the Navy planning process

Describe the following types of orders: f. DEPORD

Deployment Preparation and Deployment Orders - the WARNORD may include a deployment preparation order or deployment order "This is a warning order. The Secretary of Defense has authorized. . . ."

112.9 Discuss dismount/re-mount procedures

Dismount/Re-Mount Procedures Call is made by vehicle commander. Protect space between vehicles, rear security stays to side of vehicles, use weapons to motion civilians back, fire back if fired upon, re-mount when vehicles move forward.

112.8 Discuss actions for the following battle drills: e. Dismount/Re-mount procedures f. React to Contact: Blow Through

Dismount/Re-Mount Procedures Call is made by vehicle commander. Protect space between vehicles, rear security stays to side of vehicles, use weapons to motion civilians back, fire back if fired upon, re-mount when vehicles move forward. React to Contact: Blow Through Speed up, signal direction of enemy, return fire, move to rally point, establish 360 degree security, report, continue mission.

112.1 Discuss the following convoy planning elements: a. Route Reconnaissance and Selection

Done by map, physical (ground or air), or by first hand knowledge. (Pay close attention to objects on or near roadways.)

112.8 Discuss actions for the following battle drills: a. Downed Driver b. Bailout

Downed Driver Vehicle Commander takes control of steering wheel, third person pulls driver out. Bailout Dismount cold side of vehicle, assume hasty fire position at rear of vehicle, hot side fires until clear to dismount from cold side, and takes up firing position at front of vehicle.

112.10 Discuss sectors of observation and fields of fire in a convoy.

Driver Observes 0900-1300 Field of Fire 0900-1100 Vehicle Commander Observes 1100-1500 Field of Fire 1300-1500

112.2 Discuss the duties and responsibilities of the following personnel: c. Driver/A-Driver d. Gunner

Driver/A-Driver Drives, fuels, and maintains vehicle. Crew Served Weapons Operator Responsible for primary and alternate sectors of fire.

Discuss Blue Force Tracking (BFT) capabilities [Ref. b, Glossary Part 2, Pg. 55]

Employment of techniques to identify and track US, allied, or coalition forces for the purpose of providing the combatant commander enhanced battle space situational awareness and for reducing fratricide. An example of blue force tracking capability is the Army's Grenadier beyond line-of-sight reporting and targeting (BRAT). Also called BFT.

Discuss the following elements of a mission plan and information contained in each: a. Situation

Enemy Forces: SALUTE, DRAW-D, likely course of action, actions that will affect mission Friendly Forces: HASS (higher, adjacent, supporting and security) mission, intent, locations that may affect mission Attachments and Detachments: Units attached to or detached from your unit for the op, including effective time.

112.1 Discuss the following convoy planning elements: c. General Planning Considerations

General Planning Considerations Receive the Mission Analyze unit's capabilities Plan the Mission Rehearse

112.8 Discuss actions for the following battle drills: c. Hasty Vehicle Recovery d. In-Stride Hasty Vehicle Recovery

Hasty Vehicle Recovery Vehicle Commander hooks up the disabled vehicle, steers and brakes and moves to a rally point to set up a more stable means of towing. In-Stride Vehicle Recovery Recovery vehicle moves alongside disabled vehicle, vehicle commander and driver hook up tow straps and release straps, recovery vehicle continues to move forward pulling vehicle out.

Discuss the following Intelligence focus areas: [Ref. d, Pg. 1-6 to 1-10] b. HUMINT

Human intelligence — A category of intelligence derived from information collected and provided by human sources. Also called HUMINT.

Discuss the following Intelligence focus areas: [Ref. d, Pg. 1-6 to 1-10] c. IMINT

Imagery intelligence — The technical, geographic, and intelligence information derived through the interpretation or analysis of imagery and collateral materials. Also called IMINT.

Discuss the following elements of a mission plan and information contained in each: d. Administration and Logistics

Instructions pertaining to: Rations Ammunition EPW handing and evac Aid Station Resupply Admin Matters: Beans, Bullets, and Band-Aids

Discuss the following Intelligence focus areas: [Ref. d, Pg. 1-6 to 1-10] e. MASINT

Measurement and Signature Intelligence Requirements System — A system for the management of theater and national measurement and signature intelligence (MASINT) collection requirements. It provides automated tools for users in support of submission, review, and validation of MASINT nominations of requirements to be tasked for national and Department of Defense MASINT collection, production, and exploitation resources. Also called MRS.

Discuss the following Intelligence focus areas: [Ref. d, Pg. 1-6 to 1-10] a. OSINT

Open-source intelligence — Information of potential intelligence value that is available to the general public. Also called OSINT.

Name the three officers of the COC watch.

Operations, Intelligence, and COC

112.8 Discuss actions for the following battle drills: g. React to Contact: Recovery: No Obstacle h. React to Contact: Recovery: Obstacle i. Hasty Attack

React to Contact: Recovery No Obstacle Dismount, provide 360 degree security, attain fire superiority, report, recover casualties, continue mission. React to Contact: Recovery Obstacle Dismount, provide 360 degree security, attain fire superiority, recover casualties, assess the situation, wait for quick reaction force (QRF) or assault though ambush using fire and maneuver. Hasty Attack Turn all weapons in convoy to direction of attack, attain fire superiority, continue convoy.

113.5 Discuss the acronym METOC and how it applies to mission planning.

refer to the entire range of environmental phenomena extending from the ocean floor into space. METOC phenomena include the effects on warfare of oceanography, meteorology, and the space environment. METOC conditions influence all aspects of military operations

Describe the following types of orders: g. CONOPS

Describes how arrayed forces will accomplish the commander's intent. It is the central expression of the commander's operational design and governs the development of supporting plans or annexes. Includes: The purpose of the op Where the commander will accept risk ID of critical friendly events and phases Designation of the decisive operation, along with its task and purpose Designation of shaping ops, along with their tasks and purposes, linked to how they support ISR and protection operations Outline of the movements of the force ID of options that may develop during an op Location of engagement areas and objectives Responsibilities for op areas Command and control attack priorities Priorities for logistics and sustaining operations

Discuss the following elements of mission planning: c. Mission Analysis

This is a flexible process, normally consisting of several non-sequential activities tailored to the situation, time available, and the commander's guidance. The process is neither rigid nor static; it is continuous, evolving, iterative, and dynamic. The commander's planning team gathers information that is continuously refined throughout the planning process, and the staff uses this information to prepare functional staff estimates, which provide a logical and orderly examination of all factors that affect mission accomplishment. At the conclusion of mission analysis, the planning team should develop proposed commander's planning guidance and a mission analysis briefing for the commander and staff. The initial step in mission analysis is determining and refining known facts.

112.6 Discuss security actions at short halts

Used for slow traffic. Protects the rear of the convoy with vehicles and 360 degree security, acts as a buffer between third-party personnel and vehicles, and uses vehicles as lethal weapons if necessary

112.3 Discuss procedures for hardening vehicles

Used to provide occupants protection against enemy fire and explosive devices. Kevlar Blankets Armor Plating Ballistics Glass Sand Bags

112.5 Discuss convoy communications.

Vehicle Internal Truck-to-truck External to convoy -Must be secure capable Alternate Communications -Hand signals, pyrotechnics, vehicle signals

Discuss the use of Reconnaissance (ISR) Platforms and Capabilities [Ref. c, Ch. 2, Pg. II-1 to II-5]

Reconnaissance: Reconnaissance missions obtain combat information about enemy and indigenous population activities and resources through sensor payloads and are capable of providing meteorological and geographical characteristics of key terrain. Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) can provide route (both ground and aerial), zone, and area reconnaissance. a. Route Reconnaissance. Route reconnaissance is the directed effort to obtain detailed information of a specified route and all terrain from which the enemy could influence movement along that route. UAS can carry payloads with various multi-sensor capabilities that provide real-time reconnaissance.

Discuss the following Intelligence focus areas: [Ref. d, Pg. 1-6 to 1-10] d. SIGINT

Signals intelligence — A category of intelligence comprising either individually or in combination all communications intelligence, electronic intelligence, and foreign instrumentation signals intelligence, however transmitted. Intelligence derived from communications, electronic, and foreign instrumentation signals. Also called SIGINT.

112.4 Explain the following elements of a strip map: a. Starting Point b. Checkpoints c. Critical Points

Starting Point Initial point of convoy operations. Check Points Predetermined coordinates for convoys to check in with headquarters. Critical Points Areas where there is a threat of hostile activity.

Discuss the use of Surveillance (ISR) Platforms and Capabilities [Ref. c, Ch. 2, Pg. II-1 to II-5]

Surveillance: UAS are well suited for surveillance missions due to their ability to stay airborne for extended periods of time. This enables continuous surveillance of avenues of approach, named area of interest (NAI), target area of interest (TAIs), decision points (DPs), and other areas deemed critical by the commander. Surveillance missions may be conducted as a subset of reconnaissance and/or security missions but generally focus on systemic observation of surface and subsurface areas of interest using visual, aural, electronic, or other means to gather information for intelligence requirements.

Discuss the following Intelligence focus areas: [Ref. d, Pg. 1-6 to 1-10] g. TECHINT

Technical intelligence — Intelligence derived from the collection, processing, analysis, and exploitation of data and information pertaining to foreign equipment and materiel for the purposes of preventing technological surprise, assessing foreign scientific and technical capabilities, and developing countermeasures designed to neutralize an adversary's technological advantages. Also called TECHINT.

113.1 Discuss key positions and responsibilities within the Tactical/Joint Operations Center (TOC/JOC). [Ref. a, Ch 7, Pg. VII-3 to VII-6]

The JOC is led by the Chief of Operations. The Chief of Operations may designate various positions as necessary. Common personnel assigned to a TOC/JOC are: TOC/JOC Chief Communication Intel Operations Yeoman

112.11 Identify Characteristics and considerations of a roadside IED or VBIED.

Watch for: Abandoned vehicles. Vehicles parked were they don't belong. Vehicles with loose wires hanging off them Use the 5 C's Confirm the suspected IED sighting Clear the area surrounding IED (min 300m) Cordon off and secure the area Control entry and exit to area Check for secondary device

Discuss the following Intelligence focus areas: [Ref. d, Pg. 1-6 to 1-10] f. CI

counterintelligence — Information gathered and activities conducted to protect against espionage, other intelligence activities, sabotage, or assassinations conducted by or on behalf of foreign governments or elements thereof, foreign organizations, or foreign persons, or international terrorist activities. Also called CI.