Patrolling (Dismounted)

Beginner

About This Course

This course will navigate you through room clearing operations in a MOUT environment.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Understand the core elements of patrolling and rural warfare
Identify the responsibilities of each position/role in the fireteam and squad
Deal with danger areas
Setup patrol bases
Understand how to setup and avoid ambushes and conduct raids
Plan, execute and brief successful patrols
Understand and execute various battle drills
Shoot, move and communicate effectively
Setup LP/OP's
and more...

Who is this course for?

Any soldier looking to understand the fundamentals and principles of patrolling
Those looking for a more “hands on”, dynamic and interactive/engaging experience
Those looking to increase their ability to detect and survive in rural environments in small unit teams

Why choose this course?

Expertly Crafted Content
Hands-On Approach
Flexible Learning
End-to-End Guidance

This course is built on the following controlling documents:

ATP 3-21.8 January 2024

TC 3-21.76 April 2017

The SME for this source and supporting staff are Mr. Monte Gould, U.S. Army Retired, a professional consultant, volunteered time at no profit, assisted, and developed this curriculum along with support from aligned "stakeholders" to include but not limited to SSG (CA) Octavio Pina, SGT (CA) Kris Weber, SGT (CA) Michael Nyden

Course covers and satisfies the following STP 21-1-SMCT skills and tasks:
071-COM-0502 Move under Direct Fire
071-COM-0501 Move as a Member of a Team
071 COM-0510 React to Indirect Fire while Dismounted
071-COM-0608 Use Visual Signaling Techniques
071-COM-0815 Practice Noise, Light, and Litter Discipline
071-COM-0801 Challenge Persons Entering Your Area
052-COM-1361 Camouflage Yourself and Your Individual Equipment
Appendix A BATTLE DRILLS

FAQs

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Will I receive a certificate of completion to share with my command after completing this course?

Yes, you will have the option to download it at the end and any certificates obtained for any other courses you take on this site will be also be retained in your user profile for historical reference.. Lastly, you will also receive a copy via the email you used on this site when you registered for an account.

What are governing/controlling documents and references this course is based on?

1. ATP 3-21.8 January 2024
2. TC 3-21.76 April 2017

Who is the SME on which this course is based?

The SME for this source and supporting staff are Mr. Monte Gould, U.S. Army Retired, a professional consultant, volunteered time at no profit, assisted, and developed this curriculum along with support from aligned "stakeholders" to include but not limited to SSG (CA) Octavio Pina, SGT (CA) Kris Weber, SGT (CA) Michael Nyden

ATP-3-21.8.pdf 26 MB

TC-3-21.76-Ranger-Handbook.pdf 21 MB