METT-TC Flashcards
METT-TC
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Mission Analysis
The leader must understand the specified and implied tasks of the mission issued to him or her by higher.
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Enemy Analysis
Look at the EN’s combat power and the conditions under which he or she can employ those assets to achieve a desired end state.
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Troops and Fire Support Available
Must understand the combat power brought to the fight within the unit, and how adjacent and supporting units will support or impede mission success.
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Terrain and Weather Analysis
Looks at the effects of observation, cover and concealment, obstacles, key terrain, avenues of approach, and weather (OCOKA-W) on possible FN and EN SOMs.
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Time/Space/Logistics Analysis
Must identify the time available for each phase of the mission, time constraints and restraints from higher, time/space considerations for EN and FN movement, logistics required, as well as gaps.
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Civil Considerations
Purpose of METT-TC
For the leader to conduct a detailed analysis to mitigate risk and drive decisions that allow him to develop the most tactically sound plan.