Air Force Institute of Technology’s Civil Engineer School Engineer Readiness Planning Seminar:
What it is:
- A new four-day course designed to train civil engineer leaders on planning and executing team readiness events within the Air Force Generation (AFFORGEN) deployment cycle.
Who it’s for:
- Civil engineer teams in the AFFORGEN cycle’s RESET stage (about a year and a half before deployment).
What it covers:
- Identifying team training needs based on Air Force instructions, mandated requirements, and the specific deployment location.
- Analyzing training requirements and creating a 12-month actionable training plan.
- Developing a master sequence of events list for the training exercise.
Benefits:
- Targeted audience: ensures training is relevant and immediately applicable.
- Networking opportunities: allows participants to learn from each other’s experiences.
- Dedicated time and focus: provides dedicated time to work on training plans and exercises.
- Realistic scenarios: incorporates real-world threats and scenarios into training plan development.
Outcomes:
- Empowers team leaders to take ownership of their team’s readiness.
- Standardizes training plans.
- Enhances strategic preparedness against evolving threats.
- Fosters interoperability mindsets among civil engineer teams.
Overall:
The Engineer Readiness Planning Seminar is a valuable resource that addresses a crucial training gap for civil engineers preparing for deployment. It signifies the Civil Engineer School’s commitment to adapting and improving its training methods to meet the demands of modern warfare.