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PROJECT ARMY INT XXII
BASIC TRAINING:
TRAINING ROUTINES :
TRAININGThe current RITC’s CLIC curriculum and training program can serve as an important resource for the unit.
Future fiscal environments, however, may eliminate the RITC as a resource; therefore, it is the deliberate
responsibility of the individual unit to plan and execute CLIC training. The CLIC training program provided
by the RITCs is part of a larger effort to provide training resources to the operating forces for intelligence
training. The elements of the CLIC training program are outlined in figure 1-3 on page 1-12.
Note: The RITC CLIC curriculum is more basic (1000 level) than those listed in
the infantry training and readiness (2000 level). Therefore, the unit must be
prepared to train itself on 2000-level tasks in the Infantry Training and Readiness
Manual.
Units may request training through the CLIC Web site/the local CLIC training team at the following
Marine Corps bases: Camp Pendleton, CA, Twentynine Palms, CA, and Camp Lejeune, NC. Historically,
the biggest challenge for units conducting CLIC training has been executing sustainment training for their
CLICs (and supported units) effectively after CLIC training has been provided by the RITCs. The CLIC
Web site posts training packages used by other units in order to mitigate this issue. In addition, computerbased
training (via on line classes) on basic intelligence is offered through MarineNet. These contribute
to an overall understanding of basic intelligence practices; however, they should not take the place of
CLIC training.
Table 1-4. Conduct Training for Company Level Intelligence Cell Marines.
What
Conduct CLIC training for CLIC Marines.
End state: CLIC Marines are prepared for CLIC duties and responsibilities.
Why Prepare for CLIC duties and dynamics with leadership and supported Marines.
Who
Lead: S-2 officer.
Supporting: S-2 chief and CLIC chief.
When
Start: NLT MRX-70.
Complete: NLT MRX-50.
Where Bn CP and other locations as needed, such as offices, classrooms, and FEXs.
How
Refer to the unit CLIC LOI/FRAGORD.
CLIC Marines and other designated personnel; e.g., Bn 0231s, company XO.
Stage 1 - Preparation
1. Read same background materials as CLIC OPT.
2. Review day 1 CLIC curriculum material.
Stage 2 - CLIC Training by MCIS
1. CLIC course.
2. CLIC intelligence systems troubleshooting workshop (maybe some Bn S-6 personnel).
Stage 3 - Sustainment and Rehearsal
1. CLIC Marines present class intelligence brief to company and Bn SNCOs.
2. IPB and intelligence brief for company and Bn FEXs (including MRX) and/or theater AOs.
3. MRX execution.
Legend:
Bn - battalion
FEX - field exercise
FRAGORD - fragmentary order
LOI - letter of instruction
MCIS - Marine Corps Intelligence Schools
MRX - mission readiness exercise
NLT - not later than
OPT - operational planning team
SNCO - staff noncommissioned officer
XO - executive officer
Formal training ensures that nonintelligence Marines assigned to the CLIC understand the fundamentals
of CLIC functionality and the intelligence cycle. All personnel involved in the development and use of
intelligence must be aware of their role in the process. Nonintelligence Marines are required to undergo
formal training conducted by certified infantry tactics instructors-intelligence. As the analytical skill of
the CLIC Marine improves, more complicated tasks—such as IPB, development of enemy courses of
action, and the writing of company IRs—should also be taught. Training that is provided by Regional
Intelligence Training Centers (RITCs) and online courses enhance a CLIC Marine’s training, but they do
not replace the need for in-house training by the battalion’s intelligence sections during predeployment
training program workups.
Table 1-1. Determine Unit Company Level Intelligence Cell Course of Action.
What
OPT for COA development and wargaming of unit CLIC program.
End state: Draft unit CLIC LOI, or FRAGORDs.
Why Set intent and direction on effort.
Who
Lead: S-2.
Required: CO, XO, SgtMaj, S-2, S-3, S-4, S-6.
Recommended: S-2 chief and S-3 chief can provide valuable insight on execution as well as build greater
understanding and support with enlisted personnel in the Bn.
When Start: As soon as required, personnel are in place for next deployment. NLT MRX-100.
Complete: MRX-95.
Where Bn CP.
How
1. S-2 reviews unit CLIC LOI/FRAGORDs generated by other units and uses them to guide the discussion,
build upon previous successful efforts, and mitigate failures, thereby saving time.
2. OPT members review background materials: see smartpack 1 on CLIC Web site.
3. Hold OPT.
4. S-2 presents unit CLIC draft LOI to CO.
5. CO issues LOI/FRAGORDs to OPT, company cdrs, 1stSgts before issuing them to the Bn.
Legend:
Bn - battalion
cdr - commander
CO - commanding officer
1stSgt - first sergeant
FRAGORD - fragmentary order
LOI - letter of instruction
MRX - mission readiness exercise
NLT - not later than
OPT - operational planning team
SgtMaj - sergeant major
XO - executive officer
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Table 1-2. Conduct Training for Unit Leadership.
What
Conduct CLIC training for unit leadership.
End state: Unit LDRs understand required actions to support intelligence operations by company.
Why
1. Effectively employ Marines for intelligence operations within Bn and company AOs.
2. Use intelligence to conduct more effective operations.
Who
Lead: S-2 officer and S-3 officer.
Supporting: S-2 chief and S-3 chief.
Why
Start: NLT MRX-70.
Complete: NLT MRX-50.
Where Bn CP and other locations as needed, such as SIPRNET locations, Div/MEF classrooms, FEXs.
How
Company cdrs, XOs, company 1stSgts, company GySgts, plt cdrs, plt sgts, sqd LDRs, fire team LDRs.
• Detailed review of Bn LOI/FRAGORD for CLIC implementation.
• Review background materials: see smartpack 1 on CLIC Web site.
• Review day 1 CLIC curriculum material.
Legend:
Bn - battalion
cdr - commander
Div - division
FEX - field exercise
1stSgt - first sergeant
FRAGORD - fragmentary order
GySgt - gunnery sergeant
LDR - leader
LOI - letter of instruction
MEF - Marine expeditionary force
MRX - mission readiness exercise
NLT - not later than
plt - platoon
sgt - sergeant
sqd - squad
XO - executive officer
Table 1-3. Conduct Company Level Intelligence Cell Personnel Selection.
What
Conduct screening for CLIC staff.
End state: 5 or 6 CLIC Marines chosen for each company.
Why Provide staff for CLIC execution.
Who
Lead: Company commanders.
Supporting: S-2 officer and S-2 chief.
When
Start: NLT MRX-95.
Complete: NLT MRX-70.
Where Bn CP.
How
1. Refer to unit CLIC LOI/FRAGORD.
2. Understanding of personal background to determine eligibility for SECRET clearance.
3. Interview, essay submission, and TDG.
Legend:
Bn - battalion
FRAGORD - fragmentary order
LOI - letter of instruction
MRX - mission readiness exercise
NLT - not later than
TDG - tactical decision game
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The RITC provides the initial training required to effectively stand up a CLIC. However, it is incumbent
upon the battalion S-2 and battalion S-3 to program regular CLIC sustainment and enhancement training
into the battalion training schedule to maintain and build upon the initial skills.
Table 1-5. Generate Company Level Intelligence Cell Standing Operating Procedures.
What
Confirm how CLIC will support planning.
End state: CLIC operations are supporting information requirements for planning.
Why Effectively and efficiently employ Marines and logistical resources for intelligence ops within Bn and company AOs.
Who
Lead: S-2, S-3, S-4, and S-6 officers , Bn IMO, and company cdrs.
Supporting: S-2 chief, S-3 chief, company XOs
When
Start: NLT MRX-70.
Complete: NLT MRX-40.
Where Bn CP.
How
Refer to unit CLIC LOI/FRAGORD.
1. Articulate how CLIC will support current ops, future ops, and post-mission actions.
2. Articulate how CLIC will provide mission pre-briefs, receive reporting, and conduct debriefs.
3. Confirm CLIC information products.
4. Diagram CLIC information routing (primary/alternate/tertiary).
5. Confirm CLIC equipment suite. Coordinate with Bn communication architecture.
6. Diagram CLIC area layout in coordination with company COC.
7. Create formats and templates for reporting.
8. Create a sample battle rhythm.
Legend:
Bn - battalion
cdr - commander
FRAGORD - fragmentary order
IMO - information management officer
LOI - letter of instruction
NLT - not later than
ops - operations
XO - executive officer
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