Crew Evaluation Flashcards

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What is the key for a Unit’s success during simulation and live fire crew training?

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A quality team of experienced, trained, and certified VCE’s is the key for a unit’s success during simulation and live fire crew training.

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What is the VCE’s primary method of instruction to the crews?

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The VCE’s primary method of instruction to the crews is an effective AAR.

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For qualification purposes, VCEs are required to come from where?

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For qualification purposes, VCEs external to the battalion are required.

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What are the four key elements of a VCE team?

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There are four key elements of a VCE team: the Primary Evaluator, the Timing Controller, the Thermal Optic/Audio Controller, and the Radio-Telephone Operator (RTO).

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Which members of the evaluation team are required to be certified or recertified through the VCEEP?

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Primary evaluator — Page 6-3 Paragraph 6-17
Timing Controller — Page 6-4 Paragraph 6-23
Thermal Optic/Audio Controller (Highly encouraged) — Page 6-5 Paragraph 6-25

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How many primary evaluators are required per lane firing and how many rotations of lane evaluators are required?

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One primary evaluator is required per lane firing, and three rotations of lane evaluators will be required.

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What is the maximum crew rating that crews can receive if the unit has the ability and does not fully utilize the RPMs, “Call For” engagement, or digital tasks?

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If the unit has the ability and does not fully utilize the RPMs, “Call For” engagement, or digital tasks, the maximum crew rating the crews can receive is “Qualified.”

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Who does not control the alibi process?

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The VCE does not control the alibi process.

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For qualification tables, external evaluators are only responsible for what?

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For qualification tables, external evaluators are only responsible for first run engagements.

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When are VCE’s expected to be certified or recertified?

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VCE’s are expected to be certified or recertified No Earlier Than T-6 (AC) or T-9 (RC) and no later than T-1 of evaluating the training event.

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What does VCE certification consist of?

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VCE certification consists of: Selection by the unit commander based upon prerequisites listed earlier. Completion of the 40 hour VCEEP for the appropriate platform. For digitally equipped units, VCEs must be FBCB2/BFT-trained in accordance with local policies and procedures. Successful completion of a written exam. Successful completion of a practical exercise.
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What does recertification of VCE’s consist of, how many attempts are authorized, and wha happens if a VCE fails to recertify?

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Recertification consists of successful completion of the VCEEP written exam and practical exercise. Only one attempt is authorized for recertification purposes. Any failures of the recertification require the evaluator to begin the certification process over with the approved 40-hour block of instruction.
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What are some sustainment training opportunities units can leverage for their certified VCE’s?

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Assign as a VCE for an external units gunnery or weapons training density. Conduct or train as in instructor/operator (I/O) for the units training simulator shelter(s). Evaluate crews while completing chair drills. Act as assistant instructors during VCEEP courses for own and external units. Develop gunner training classes that instruct conduct of fire, primary marksmanship instruction and evaluation (PMI&E) classes, or other gunnery-related tasks.
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The 70-point line has been identified to articulate what?

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The 70-point line has been identified to articulate a point in time where the threat has effectively altered the DIDEA process of the firing vehicle. This line is the established standard for defeating a target based on its type and range.

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What is the defensive firing position for MMG platforms?

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Vehicle down, weapon or RWS exposed (enfilade)

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Where will MMG crews begin all defensive engagements from and will the vehicle move?

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MMG Crews begin all defensive engagements from the enfilade position. They will engage targets from the enfilade position with no movement.

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17
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Are MMG crews authorized tactical break time?

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MMG Vehicles are not authorized any tactical break time.

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18
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What terms are used when describing offensive tasks for crew training?

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Offense
Retrograde
Short-halt
Traffic Control Point (TCP)
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19
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Define the threat level Most Dangerous. (Verbatim)

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An identified threat that has the capability to defeat the friendly force and is preparing to do so.

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Define the threat level Dangerous. (Verbatim)

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An identified threat that has the capability to defeat the friendly force, but is not prepared to do so.

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Define the threat level Least Dangerous. (Verbatim)

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Any threat that does not have the ability to defeat the friendly force but has the ability to coordinate with other threats which do.

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22
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How are targets of the same threat level prioritized?

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Near Before Far
Frontal Before Flank
Stationary Before Moving

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23
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Is it necessary to include a penalty for failing to engage the most dangerous threat before all other targets, why?

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It is not necessary to include a penalty for failing to engage the most dangerous threat before all other targets. The scoring model automatically enforces a penalty by requiring the crew to defeat the most dangerous target in less time than all other targets.
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What instances stop exposure time?

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Exposure time continues until one of the following action occurs: All targets in the engagement are defeated, or The authorized target exposure has expired for all targets in the engagement.

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What is the target kill standard for Caliber .50 against Troop targets? (Verbatim)

A

Hit one target with one round.

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What is the target kill standard for Caliber .50 against unarmored targets? (Verbatim)

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Hit target with at least three rounds.

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Table 6-3

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What is the target kill standard for 40mm against troop targets? (Verbatim)

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Hit with at least one round within five meters of target.

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What is the target kill standard for the 40mm against unarmored targets? (Verbatim)

A

Hit with at least one round within five meters of target.

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Table 6-3

29
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What is the target kill standard for 7.62mm against Troop targets? (Verbatim)

A

Hit one target with one round.

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Table 6-3

30
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What is the target kill standard for 7.62mm against unarmored targets? (Verbatim)

A

Hit target with at least three rounds.

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31
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Will crews receive additional time for mechanical malfunctions? (Verbatim)

A

Crews will not receive additional time due to mechanical malfunctions.

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32
Q

What are the steps (in order) of the cycles of function for direct fire weapons?

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Feeding-Chambering-Locking-Firing-Unlocking-Extraction-Ejection-Cocking
(Freaky Chicks Look Freaking Ugly Eating Extra Cookies)

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33
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What are malfunctions defined as?

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Malfunctions are a direct failure of one of the phases in the cycle of functioning.

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34
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What is crew error defined as?

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Crew error is defined as:
Failure to follow instructions.
Failure to follow procedures as outlined in applicable operator TMs or TCs.
Training failure where a crew member fails to follow established procedures during operation.
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In what instances does exposure time start for all engagements?

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Exposure time starts for all engagements when one of the following occur:
All targets in the initial presentation are fully locked into position, as identified by the towers target operating software.
The firing vehicle engages a target or target area prior to those targets being locked.
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When is initial defilade provided in the defense?

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Initial defilade is provided in the defense for all crews where all of the following conditions are met:
The crew is properly positioned in their defensive firing position.
All targets in the presentation are locked.
The crew has not engaged any targets currently presented. (No active targets are present.)
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What is an alibi?

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An alibi is the process used for a crew to overcome a catastrophic event or an unsafe condition that prevented them from executing the engagement to the conditions listed through no fault of its own.

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Who can grant an alibi?

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Only the battalion or task force commander can grant an alibi.

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What are the four categories of crew duty penalties and when are they applied?

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Immediate Disqualification—Applied immediately
Automatic Zero—Applied at the completion of the engagement
30-point penalty—Applied at the completion of the engagement
5-point penalty—Applied at the completion of the day or night firing phase where they occur.
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Will 5-point penalties that occur on a zero-point engagement be deducted from the end of phase roll-up (day or night)?

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Five-point penalties that occur on a zero-point engagement will not be deducted from the end of phase roll-up (day or night).

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For a crew that was disqualified, what is the recertification process?

A

Company commander counsels the crew describing the reason for disqualification on DA Form 4856, Developmental Counseling Form.
Retrain a retest all tasks in Table I-Gunnery Skills Test pertaining to the weapons on the platform only. The crew must receive all GOs to successfully complete the re-training requirement.
Successfully complete Table II-Simulations Gate To Live Fire on the authorized training system.
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Who is the approving authority for all recertification of disqualified crews?

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The battalion or squadron commander is the approving authority for all recertification.

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43
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What category of crew duty penalty is extreme hazardous conduct?

A

Immediate Disqualification

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What category of crew duty penalty is disregard for announced actions, conditions, and standards?

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Automatic zero.

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45
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What category of crew duty penalty is failure to adhere to basic safety/personnel protection precepts?

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30-point

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46
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What category of crew duty penalty is failure to perform fundamental leader or crew tasks?

A

5-point

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What is the disqualification criteria for a crew?

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A crew that performs any actions listed in the “immediate disqualification” section.
A crew that performs three each 30-point penalties, “failure to adhere to basic safety/personnel protection precepts” during the same table.
The company commander may disqualify individuals or crews at their discretion
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