Marines


Assault Amphibian School
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Assault Amphibious Vehicle Repairer Basic Course

The purpose of this course is to develop basically trained Assault Amphibious Vehicle (AAV) repairer/technicians (2141 MOS), under supervision, to perform basic operation and mechanical duties of the AAV / Family of Vehicles (FOV). To include but not limited to visual inspections, basic diagnosis/troubleshooting, maintenance, recovery, and the repair of; suspension, hydraulic, electrical, power plant, transmission, engine and upgunned weapon system (UGWS).

Commanding Officer
Assault Amphibian School
Building 210568
Box 555041
Camp Pendleton, CA 92055-5041

DNCO Phone: 760-763-6082
Web: http://www.trngcmd.marines.mil/Units/Assault-Amphibian-School/

In order to perform field level corrective maintenance functions, the student will be required to maintain, repair, operate and service the AAV/FOV, organizational tools and equipment and the Upgunned Weapons Station. Additionally, the students will employ the Assault Amphibious Vehicle Recovery 7 (AAVR7) and its unique equipment to conduct recovery operations.

Course Mission:  The purpose of this course is to train students, under supervision, to perform basic operation and mechanical duties of the ACV FOV. To include but not limited to inspections, diagnosis, preventive and corrective maintenance of ACV suspension, hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, powerpack, and Common Remotely Operated Weapon Systems (CROWS).

Scope:  In order to perform field level corrective maintenance functions, the student will be required to operate, service, and repair the ACV FOV, maintain organizational tools and equipment, and adhere to maintenance management programs.

The 85 Training Day Course includes the following: Academic 633.00

  • 269.50 Practical Application (Collective Event)
  • 3.00 Demonstration
  • 45.00 Demonstration
  • 0.50 Field Trip
  • 72.50 Informal Lecture/Guided Discussion
  • 0.50 Lecture
  • 221.00 Performance Exam
  • 21.00 Written Examination
  • Administrative 46.50
  • 27.50 Administrative
  • 3.50 Informal Lecture/Guided Discussion
  • 15.50 Physical Training

Course Details:

  • Frequency = 3-4 classes per year
  • Max Capacity = 35 Marines per class
  • Min Capacity= 15 Marines per class

Basic Schedule:

  • T-Day 1-4 Intermediate Water Survival, AAV Egress, Submerged Vehicle Egress Trainer (SVET)
  • T-Day 5-7 Intro to Publications, tool ID, Shop Safety, Maintenance Shop Basics.
  • T-Day 8-13 Intro to ACV Family of vehicles (FOV), PMCS, Vehicle Basics, Communications
  • T-Day 14-18 ACV Land Driving
  • T-Day 19-22 Intro to Troubleshooting, Hull and Armor
  • T-Day 23-45 Powerplant removal & Install
  • T-Day 46-51 Intro to Electrical and Electrical Systems
  • T-Day 52-58 AFES, Hydraulic Systems, Pneumatic Systems
  • T-Day 59-74 Suspension System, removal & install of components
  • T-Day 75-77 Crows System
  • T-Day 78-81 Modification Program, Limited Technical Inspections (LTI), Intro to GCSS, Maintenance Management Programs.
  • T-Day 82-85 ACV Mishap Case Study, Out-processing, Graduation
Reporting

Commanding Officer
Assault Amphibian School
Building 210568
Box 555041
Camp Pendleton, CA 92055-5041

DNCO Phone: 760-763-6082
Web: http://www.trngcmd.marines.mil/Units/Assault-Amphibian-School/

Notes

1. Government messing and billeting is available for all students.

2. No dependents or privately owned vehicles (POV) are authorized while in entry level student status, unless in a Lateral Move and was approved by Course Chief

3. Students will report into this command wearing the Service Alpha Uniform.

  • DNCO Phone number is (760) 763-6082.

Prerequisites

(1) Must possess an MM score of 105 or higher.

(2) Must have a WS-B(+) swimmer qualification.

(3) Must have vision correctable to 20/20.

(4) Must meet Initial Strength Test standards associated with PEF assignments as listed in NAVMC

1200.1H (pg. xiv) prior to shipping to recruit training.

(5) Must meet MOS Classification Standards as listed in NAVMC 1200.1H (pg. xiv) prior to

graduating from recruit training.

(6) No more than one yes in the blocks contained in section 6 on the physical fitness inquiry for

motor vehicle operators form (OF-345) is acceptable.