Training events can be managed using the T-Week calendar framework. This is a planning technique that identifies actions and activities to accomplish prior to each training event. T-Week is the week of training execution; T-6 represents activities six weeks prior to execution. Units develop and tailor their own T-week actions and timelines based on local command and installation requirements.
Weeks to Training Activities…
Week T-16
Identify major training facilities
Week T-12
Conduct training event planning
Week T-11
Refine event requirements
Week T-10
Begin pre-execution checks
Week T-9
Confirm resource requests
Week T-8
Execute reconnaissance and confirm resources
Week T-7
Publish the training event orders
Week T-6*
Review and complete deliberate risk assessments
Week T-5
Complete tactical plan and supporting products
Week T-4
Conduct certifications and complete prerequisite training
Week T-3
Conduct rehearsals
Week T-2
Finalize support and conduct OPFOR rehearsal
Week T-1
Draw equipment or supplies and execute subordinate rehearsals and checks
T Week
Execute training
Week T+1
Recover, and conduct final after action reviews
* Note. RC units should aggregate activities based on their monthly schedule.
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Recover, and conduct final after action reviews
* Note. RC units should aggregate activities based on their monthly schedule.
This article is an extract from "TLS7: The Leader’s SMARTbook, 7th Ed. (Leadership as a Dynamic of Combat Power)" by The Lightning Press. Download a free PDF sample and learn more at: TLS7: The Leader’s SMARTbook, 7th Ed. (Leadership as a Dynamic of Combat Power).
Browse additional military doctrine articles in our SMARTnews Blog & Resource Center.
About The Lightning Press SMARTbooks. Recognized as a “whole of government” doctrinal reference standard by military, national security and government professionals around the world, SMARTbooks comprise a comprehensive professional library. SMARTbooks can be used as quick reference guides during operations, as study guides at education and professional development courses, and as lesson plans and checklists in support of training. Browse our collection of Military Reference SMARTbooks to learn more.
