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The Sustainment Training Center (STC) currently hosts eighteen training opportunities for Army National Guard Technicians and M-Day/Traditional Soldiers. These courses involve M1 Abrams Family of Vehicles (FOV), M2 FOV the 1500GPH Tactical Water Purification System (TWPS), maintenance of the M88A1/M88A2 Recovery Vehicle, KALMAR 240V2 Rough Terrain Container Handler (RTCH), and two Stryker FOV courses; one Maintenance Course and one Troubleshooting Course and four Wheel Vehicle courses: MSD V3/V4 Diagnostics, Electrical Troubleshooting & Diagnostic, Hydraulic/Fuel Systems and Brake/Axle. Also included is a Phase 1 Calibration Course and Calibration DC and Low Course for your newly hired/assigned Electronic Measurement Equipment Mechanic personnel. Technicians that work at various State Maintenance Sites are eligible to attend these courses at the STC on Camp Dodge. These are excellent courses for the Technician that has little or no experience working on the above pieces of equipment, or a technician that just needs some refresher training. None of the above courses are MOS/ASI qualifying or producing.
All Technician instruction includes Repair Procedures using the approved Army Technical Manuals as a guide. All courses are taught by knowledgeable and qualified Contractor Instructors. The STC is located on Camp Dodge, which provides the latest in modern maintenance shop operations and Soldier/Technician comfort annuities. Students will stay in modern air conditioned facilities, complete with High Speed Internet service. Technicians do have the option of staying off post, at the expense of the State the Technician is from. A typical Student day is from 0730-1630 hours with an hour lunch break. Technician students need to bring along clothing that is suitable for both inside and outside instruction in all types of weather conditions.
Enrollment into these courses is through the ATRRS system, or by contacting the STC Technician Maintenance Training Operations office at the numbers below. Technician supervisors should coordinate through their State School Manager in the Human Resource Office (HRO). Contact Mr. Mark Rushing for further details at 515-727-3579, or DSN 431-3579.
The two week course contains instruction on conducting field maintenance, inspection, and evaluation of the Hull and Turret Systems. Students receive instruction on the operation of the Hull and power-pack. Focus is on procedures for service, replace, remove, install, adjust, test, and purge components and Line Replaceable Units (LRU) of the Hull and Turret. Service the Fire Control System (FCS), the Primary Optical Sighting Instruments, the Gun/Turret Drive Electro-Hydraulics, and the Ballistics Computation System, including removal and installation of the Gunner’s Primary Sight, M256 gun tube and Elevating Mechanism. Students receive training that will develop more in-depth abilities of the System Repairer’s basic knowledge and skills in maintaining the M1A1ED/SA Hull and Turret.
COURSE PREREQUISITE
Must have Maintenance Background. Must be an ARNG Full Time Maintenance Technician working in a State Maintenance Equipment Site or in direct support of M1A1ED/SA Abrams Maintenance operations or M-Day Soldier Qualified in 91 Series MOS.
Mr. Mark Rushing is the POC for enrollment at 515-727-3579, DSN 431-3579. Mr. Matt Hogan is the POC for technical course information at 515-727-3586, DSN 431-3586. See the Tri-Fold Hull-Turret-Basic brochure for detailed information on the course.
This course IS NOT MOS producing or ASI awarding.
The two week course contains instruction on conducting troubleshooting procedures utilizing the embedded diagnostic system of the M1A1ED/SA tank for both the Hull and Turret Systems. Students receive instruction on the components of the embedded diagnostics system and how they interact with the tank systems. Particular attention is given to the procedures for using the embedded diagnostic software in troubleshooting the tank systems. Instruction is given on how to trace electrical schematics, perform Direct Support Electrical System Test Set (DSESTS) operations and troubleshoot the M1A1ED/SA Tank.
COURSE PREREQUISITE
Must be an ARNG Full Time Maintenance Technician working in a State Maintenance Equipment Site or in direct support of M1 Abrams Tank operations. Mandatory completion of the 160hr Military Technician M1 Abrams Maintenance Course (964- M1MIC) or the 80hr M1A1 Abrams Basic Hull/Turret Maintenance Courses taught at Camp Dodge, IA, or M-Day Soldier Qualified in 91 Series MOS.
Mr. Mark Rushing is the POC for enrollment at 515-727-3579, DSN 431-3579. Mr. Matt Hogan is the POC for technical course information at 515-727-3586, DSN 431-3586. See the Tri-Fold M1ED Advanced brochure for detailed information on the course.
This course IS NOT MOS producing or ASI awarding.
The two week course contains instruction on field level maintenance and troubleshooting procedures on the M1A2 SEPv2 tank for both the Hull and Turret Systems. Students receive instruction on the components of the Hull and Turret systems and how each system interacts with each other. Particular attention is given to the replacement of line replaceable units (LRU) and how to use the on board diagnostic system for troubleshooting the Hull and Turret tank systems.
COURSE PREREQUISITE
Must have Maintenance Background. Must be an ARNG Full Time Maintenance Technician working in a State Maintenance Equipment Site or in direct support of M1A2 Abrams Maintenance operations. Mandatory completion of the 160hr Military Technician M1 Abrams Maintenance Course (964-M1MIC) or the 80hr M1A1 Abrams Basic Hull/Turret Maintenance Courses taught at Camp Dodge, IA, or M-Day Soldier Qualified in 91 Series MOS.
Mr. Mark Rushing is the POC for enrollment at 515-727-3579, DSN 431-3579. Mr. Matt Hogan is the POC for technical course information at 515-727-3586, DSN 431-3586. See the Tri-Fold M1A2 brochure for detailed information on the course.
This course IS NOT MOS producing or ASI awarding.
The two week course contains instruction on conducting field level maintenance on the M2A2 ODS-SA BFV Hull. Students receive instruction on the Chassis Mounted Embedded Diagnostic System (CMED) and in conjunction with maintenance publications and electrical schematics will troubleshoot the hull of the M2A2 ODS-SA. Students receive instruction on power-pack operations and troubleshooting. Students replace, install, adjust, test and troubleshoot components and Line Replaceable Units (LRU).
COURSE PREREQUISITE
Must be an ARNG Full Time Maintenance Technician working in a State Maintenance Equipment Site or in direct support of BFV Family of Vehicles Maintenance operations or M-Day Soldier Qualified in 91 Series MOS.
Mr. Mark Rushing is the POC for Course Enrollment at 515-727-3579, DSN 431-3579. Mr. Matt Hogan is the POC for Technical Course Information at 515-727-3586, DSN 431-3586. See the Tri-Fold BFV-Hull brochure for detailed information on the course.
This course IS NOT MOS producing or ASI awarding.
The two week course contains instruction on conducting field level maintenance on the M2A2 ODS-SA BFV Turret. Students receive instruction on the fundamentals and principles of operation and maintenance of the M2A2 ODS-SA BFV Turret. Students use maintenance publications, electrical schematics, On Board Diagnostics and special tools to service and troubleshoot the turret system of the M2A2 ODS-SA BFV Turret. Students replace components of the turret and perform On Board Diagnostic testing and troubleshooting of the turret system. Students evaluate gun elevation and turret drive systems. Students receive instruction on the fundamentals and principles of operations and maintenance of the M242 25MM Gun. Students use maintenance publications, electrical schematics, and special tools to service and troubleshoot the M242 25MM Gun.
COURSE PREREQUISITE
Must be an ARNG Full Time Maintenance Technician working in a State Maintenance Equipment Site or in direct support of BFV Family of Vehicles Maintenance operations or M-Day Soldier Qualified in 91 Series MOS.
Mr. Mark Rushing is the POC for enrollment at 515-727-3579, DSN 431-3579 and Mr. Matt Hogan is the POC for Technical Course Information at 515-727-3586, DSN 431-3586 . See the Tri-Fold BFV-Turret brochure for detailed information on the course.
This course IS NOT MOS producing or ASI awarding.
The two week course contains instruction on conducting field level maintenance on the M2A3 BFV Turret. Students receive instruction on the fundamentals and principles of operation and maintenance of the M2A3 BFV Turret. Students receive instruction on electrical schematics and on Board Diagnostic system to service and troubleshoot the turret system of the M2A3 BFV Turret. Students replace components of the turret, operate and troubleshoot the turret system. Students evaluate gun elevation and turret drive subsystems. Students receive instruction on the fundamentals and principles of operations and maintenance of the M242 25MM Gun. Students use maintenance publications, electrical schematics, TMDE, and special tools to service and troubleshoot the M242 25MM Gun.
COURSE PREREQUISITE
Must be an ARNG Full Time Maintenance Technician working in a State Maintenance Equipment Site or in direct support of BFV Family of Vehicles Maintenance operations or M-Day Soldier Qualified in 91 Series MOS.
Mr. Mark Rushing is the POC for enrollment at 515-727-3579, DSN 431-727-3579 and Mr. Matt Hogan is the POC for Technical Course Information at 515-727-3586, DSN 431-3586. See the Tri-Fold BFV M2A3 Turret brochure for detailed information on the course.
This course IS NOT MOS producing or ASI awarding.
The two week course contains instruction on conducting field level maintenance, inspection, and repair of the M88A1 Recovery Vehicle. Students receive instruction on operator controls, engine, transmission, suspension, auxiliary power unit (APU) and hydraulics. Focus is on procedures for service, lubricate, replace, remove, install, adjust, test, and troubleshooting the above systems. Electrical schematics will be discussed and used to troubleshoot those systems. Theory of operation and advanced instruction on troubleshooting of electrical control, mechanical systems, hydraulic function and the performance of on board Field Maintenance tasks on the M88A1 Recovery Vehicle. Students use Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) to test and troubleshooting equipment to perform system diagnostic evaluation to improve readiness and support for the M88A1 Recovery Vehicle. Students receive training that will develop more in-depth abilities of the System Repairer’s basic knowledge and skills in electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical applications.
COURSE PREREQUISITE
Must be an ARNG Technician working in a State Maintenance Equipment Site or in direct support of M88A1 Recovery Vehicles or M-Day Soldier Qualified in 91 Series MOS.
Mr. Mark Rushing is the POC for enrollment information at 515-727-3579, DSN 431-3579 and Mr. Matt Hogan is the POC for Technical Course Information at 515-727-3586, DSN 431-3586. See the Tri-Fold M88A1 brochure for detailed information on this course.
This course IS NOT MOS producing or ASI awarding.
The two week course contains instruction on conducting field level maintenance, inspection, and repair of the M88A2 HERCULES Recovery Vehicle. Students receive instruction on operator controls, engine, transmission, suspension, auxiliary power unit (APU) and hydraulics. Focus is on the procedures to replace, remove, install, adjust, test, and troubleshooting of the above systems. Electrical schematics are discussed and used to troubleshoot the systems. Students receive instruction on the theory of operation and troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems. Students perform on board Field Maintenance tasks on the M88A2 HERCULES Recovery Vehicle. Students use Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) to test and troubleshooting equipment to perform system diagnostic evaluation to improve readiness and support for the M88A2 HERCULES Recovery Vehicle. Students receive training that will develop more in-depth abilities of the System Repairer’s basic knowledge and skills in electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical applications.
COURSE PREREQUISITE
Must be an ARNG Technician working in a State Maintenance Equipment Site or in direct support of M88A2 Recovery Vehicles or M-Day Soldier Qualified in 91 Series MOS.
Mr. Mark Rushing is the POC for enrollment information at 515-727-3579, DSN 431-3579 and Mr. Matt Hogan is the POC for Technical Course Information at 515-727-3586, DSN 431-3586. See the Tri-Fold M88A2 brochure for detailed information on this course.
This course IS NOT MOS producing or ASI awarding.
This two week (80hr) course contains instruction on conducting field level maintenance of the RT240 V1R, V2 and V3 Rough Terrain Container Handler (RTCH). Designed to provide a working foundation for diagnosing and troubleshooting of the KALMAR (RTCH) V1R, V2 and V3 platforms with particular attention given to the electrical and hydraulic systems. The course covers system functionality, theory of operation and PMCS; including procedures for replace, remove, install, adjust, test, purge and calibrate components. Students receive advanced instruction on diagnosing and troubleshooting of electrical schematics, mechanical systems, and performance of critical Field level task.
COURSE PREREQUISITE
Must be an ARNG Full Time Maintenance Technician working in a State Maintenance Equipment Site or in direct support of RTCH Maintenance operations or MOS 91 Series Qualified Soldier in direct support of RTCH Maintenance Operations.
Mr. Mark Rushing is the POC for enrollment at 515-727-3579 and Mr. Josh Asher is the POC for Technical Course Information at 515-727-3575. See the Tri-Fold RTCH brochure for detailed information on this course.
This course IS NOT MOS producing or ASI awarding.
This course contains instruction on conducting unit and field level maintenance, inspection and repair. The maintenance student will receive instruction on operation of Tactical Water Purification System (TWPS) in order to troubleshoot the electrical system to include the areas of principles of the pump operations and repair, automatic valve repair and troubleshooting. Particular attention is given to the areas of gauge and pressure readings. Focusing on the correct procedures for service of air compressor and related air system, replace, remove, install, adjust, test, purge, and troubleshooting of components. Theory of operation and advanced instruction on the troubleshooting of the electrical control panel, plumbing (water flow thru butterfly valves) and mechanical systems controlling operations.
COURSE PREREQUISITE
Must be an ARNG Full Time Maintenance Technician working in a State Maintenance Equipment Site or in direct support of TWPS Maintenance operations or M-Day Soldier MOS Qualified in 91J.
Mr. Mark Rushing is the POC for enrollment at 515-727-3579, DSN 431-3579 and Matt Hogan is the POC for Technical Course Information at 515-727-3586, DSN 431-3586. See the Tri-Fold TWPS brochure for detailed information on this course.
This course IS NOT MOS producing or ASI awarding.
This two week course contains instruction on diagnostic procedures of Brake and Axle systems utilizing current Technical Manuals and TMDE. Students receive instruction on theory, components, controls, and operation of axles, hydraulic and air braking systems, Central Tire Inflation Systems (CTIS) and Antilock Braking System (ABS). Students utilize the TM required to test and troubleshoot wheel vehicle braking and axle systems to support/enhance readiness. Students receive training that will develop a more in-depth understanding of current vehicle braking and axle systems that will allow them to troubleshoot and repair these systems effectively.
COURSE PREREQUISITE
Must be an ARNG Full Time Maintenance Technician working in a State Maintenance Equipment Site or in direct support of Military Wheel Vehicle Maintenance operations or M-Day Soldier Qualified in 91 Series MOS.
Mr. Mark Rushing is the POC for enrollment at 515-727-3579, DSN 431-3579. Mr. Jeff Christensen is the POC for technical course information at 515-727-3594, DSN 431-3594. See the Tri-Fold Wheel Brake/Axle brochure for detailed information on this course.
This course IS NOT MOS producing or ASI awarding.
The two week course contains instruction on diagnostic procedures of wheel vehicle electrical systems utilizing a digital multimeter and an inductive current clamp. Students receive instruction on electrical theory, schematic interpretation, wiring harness repair, batteries, starting, charging, lighting systems, sensors, and how to utilize this equipment to test and troubleshoot wheel vehicle electronic systems to support readiness.
COURSE PREREQUISITE
Must be an ARNG Full Time Maintenance Technician working in a State Maintenance Equipment Site or in direct support of Military Wheel Vehicle Maintenance operations or M-Day Soldier Qualified in 91 Series MOS.
Mr. Mark Rushing is the POC for enrollment at 515-727-3579, DSN 431-3579. Mr. Jeff Christensen is the POC for technical course information at 515-727-3594, DSN 431-3594. See the Tri-Fold Wheel Electrical brochure for detailed information on this course.
This course IS NOT MOS producing or ASI awarding.
This course contains instruction on Diagnostic Procedures and Use of the Maintenance Support Device (MSD) V3, V3T3 and V4. The student receives instruction on the use of all versions (V3, V3T3, V4) of the MSD and diagnostic tools, and how to utilize this equipment to test and troubleshoot Light, Medium, and Heavy wheel vehicle systems to support readiness. The student receives instruction on IETMs, software updates, and downloads. This training will assist in the development of a more in-depth understanding of all versions (V3, V3T3, V4) of the MSD and diagnostic tools to enhance the repairer's basic knowledge and skill in diagnostics.
COURSE PREREQUISITE
Must be an ARNG Full Time Maintenance Technician working in a State Maintenance Equipment Site or in direct support of Military Wheel Vehicle Maintenance operations or M-Day Soldier Qualified in 91 Series MOS.
Mr. Mark Rushing is the POC for enrollment at 515-727-3579, DSN 431-3579. Mr. Jeff Christensen is the POC for technical course information at 515-727-3594, DSN 431-3594. See the Tri-Fold Wheel MSD V3/V4 Diagnostics brochure for detailed information on this course.
This course IS NOT MOS producing or ASI awarding.
The two week course contains instruction on diagnostic procedures for wheel vehicle hydraulic and fuel systems. Students receive instruction on hydraulic and fuel system theory, components, controls, basic engine operation, Common Rail, Hydraulically Actuated Electronically Controlled Unit Injector (HEUI) fuel system and Mechanically Actuated Electronically Controlled Unit Injection (MEUI) fuel system. Students utilize the TM required equipment to test and troubleshoot wheel vehicle hydraulic and fuel systems to support/enhance readiness. Students receive training that will develop a more in-depth understanding of current vehicle hydraulic and fuel systems and the ability to enhance the repairer’s basic knowledge and skills in diagnostics.
COURSE PREREQUISITE
Must be an ARNG Full Time Maintenance Technician working in a State Maintenance Equipment Site or in direct support of Military Wheel Vehicle Maintenance operations or M-Day Soldier Qualified in 91 Series MOS.
Mr. Mark Rushing is the POC for enrollment at 515-727-3579, DSN 431-3579. Mr. Jeff Christensen is the POC for technical course information at 515-727-3594, DSN 431-3594. See the Tri-Fold Wheel Hydraulic Fuel brochure for detailed information on this course.
This course IS NOT MOS producing or ASI awarding.
This course contains instruction in conducting calibration tasks on items listed in TB 43-180 requiring physical calibration. The student receives instruction on the theory of metrology as it applies to torque wrenches, linear measurement devices, pressure measurement devices and thermometers. Focus is on understanding the theory of standards and verifying items under calibration using the appropriate standards within physical calibration systems. The student uses the Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) to perform calibration on representative items requiring physical calibration.
COURSE PREREQUISITE
Must be an ARNG Full Time Electronic Measurement Equipment Mechanic/Technician working in a UTES, MATES, CSMS, FMS Shop or in direct support of Military TMDE/Electronic Measurement Equipment operations or M-Day Soldier MOS Qualified in 94H.
Mr. Mark Rushing is the POC for enrollment at 515-727-3579, DSN 431-3579. Mr. James Holmes is the POC for technical course information at 515-727-3557, DSN 431-3557. See the Tri-Fold TMDE/Calibration brochure for detailed information on this course.
This course IS NOT MOS producing or ASI awarding.
Calibrators receive instruction on operating the workstation controller and core workstation standards to include cross checks. Instruction on how to calibrate multi-meters, oscilloscopes, watt meters, signal generators and digital counters. Instruction will allow the calibrator to perform a multitude of DC and Low calibration functions. This course was developed to train newly hired calibrators but will benefit calibrators who desire sustainment training on DC and Low calibration functions.
COURSE PREREQUISITE
Must be an ARNG Full Time Electronic Measurement Equipment Mechanic/Technician working in a UTES, MATES, CSMS, FMS Shop or in direct support of Military TMDE/Electronic Measurement Equipment operations or M-Day Soldier MOS Qualified in 94H.
There are specific documented prerequisites IAW TB 385-4 para 3.2.1 and TB 385-4 para 3.2.2 along with CPR training & certification per TB 385-4 para 2.4 that students must have completed in order to attend this course. These documents will need to be forwarded to the Technician Skill Based Training Operations Section prior to reporting to the course.
This course IS NOT CURRENTLY in ATRRS. It will be an ATRRS course 1 October 2023, titled 964-CALIBRATION DC/LOW. Mr. Mark Rushing is the POC for CURRENT enrollment procedures at 515-727-3579, DSN 431-3579. Ms. Shannon Konrad is the POC for technical course information at 515-727-3623, DSN 431-3623. See the Tri-Fold Calibration DC and Low brochure for detailed information on this course.
This course IS NOT MOS producing or ASI awarding.
The two week course contains instruction on conducting field level maintenance on the Stryker FOV. The students receive instruction on the fundamentals and principles of maintenance of the Stryker FOV. The student receive instruction on Services of the Stryker FOV. The students receive instruction on the characteristics and principles of operation for the Full-Up Power Pack (FUPP) to include Engine, Transmission and Cooling Module repair. The students remove and replace the FUPP. The students receive instruction on the fundamentals, principles of operations, and maintenance of the Steering, Suspension, and Height Management System. The students use maintenance publications, TMDE and special tools to service the Steering, Suspension, and Height Management System of the Stryker FOV.
COURSE PREREQUISITE
Must be an ARNG Full Time Maintenance Technician working in a State Maintenance Equipment Site or in direct support of Stryker Vehicle Maintenance or M-Day Soldier Qualified in 91 Series MOS.
Mr. Mark Rushing is the POC for enrollment at 515-727-3579, DSN 431-3579. Mr. Jeff Christensen is the POC for technical course information at 515-727-3594, DSN 431-3594. See the Tri-Fold STRYKER Maintenance brochure for detailed information on this course.
This course IS NOT MOS producing or ASI awarding.
This course contains instruction in conducting onboard and alternate troubleshooting procedures on the Stryker FOV. The student will receive instruction on the On- Board Diagnostic System with Built-In Test (BIT) and Built-In Test Equipment (BITE). The student will use the On-Board Diagnostic System, in conjunction with the Maintenance Support Device (MSD), maintenance publications (IETM), TMDE, and special tools to troubleshoot the various systems of the Stryker. The students will receive instruction on how to interpret electrical, hydraulic and air system schematics to assist in troubleshooting the Stryker.
COURSE PREREQUISITE
Must be an ARNG Full Time Maintenance Technician working in a State Maintenance Equipment Site or in direct support of Stryker Vehicle Maintenance or M-Day Soldier Qualified in 91 Series MOS.
Mr. Mark Rushing is the POC for enrollment at 515-727-3579, DSN 431-3579. Mr. Jeff Christensen is the POC for technical course information at 515-727-3594, DSN 431-3594. See the Tri-Fold STRYKER Troubleshooting brochure for detailed information on this course.
This course IS NOT MOS producing or ASI awarding.
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