Full Spectrum Command

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Overview

Developed for use as part of the Captain’s Career Course at the US Army’s Army Infantry Center at Fort Benning, Georgia, Full Spectrum Command (FSC) version 1.5 was created to allow trainees to experience tactical command and control of a US Army Light infantry Company in a Military Operations in Urban Terrain (MOUT) environment. FSC lets commanders hone tactical planning and execution skills learned through traditional instruction on a virtual modern, asymmetrical battlefield.

While designed to depict the US Army’s McKenna MOUT site, thus reinforcing US soldiers’ training there, another version was customized for the Singapore Armed Forces to depict their MOUT site, with different scenarios incorporating doctrinal differences in their military.

Date delivered: 2004


What GPS Created

Full Spectrum Command is a PC-based training program which includes scenarios created with input from subject matter experts, in collaboration with the Institute for Creative Technologies (ICT). GPS performed application design, integrated XAI, the ICT’s Explainable Artificial Intelligence; produced software, art, and sound elements; and was responsible for localization of the training for the Singapore Armed Forces. GPS modeled the functionality of military equipment including night vision goggles and man-portable forward-looking infrared sensors.

 

How it works

Planning:

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In the planning phase, Light Infantry Company Commanders must interpret a 5-part Operations Order (OPORD) and create a mission plan to execute the engagement and satisfy mission requirements. Creating a solid plan is crucial to success, but once the mission begins, the student must also be able to adapt to events that fall outside the plan.

Execution:

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Students coordinate the actions of 130 soldiers organized into three platoons and a headquarters section as they execute the mission in real time. Commanders can control each phase of the plan, issue FRAGOs (fragmentary orders), and call for artillery fire and close air support. FSC training can be played against a predetermined, computer-controlled opposing force (OPFOR) or with another person controlling the OPFOR.

After Action Review:

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The student replays the engagement to analyze particular points in the scenario and discover what went on during enemy encounters or friendly fire incidents so he can improve his future performance.

For more information on FS Command, please contact us.

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The FSC After-Action Report screen

Results/Impact

A study determined that by placing students in engaging real time scenarios, Full Spectrum Command added value, reinforcing course material in a meaningful way.

The success of FSC led to the development of Full Spectrum Leader, a training system for platoon leaders.

 

Services

  • Training System Design
  • Custom Software Development
  • Simulator Design and Construction
  • Classroom Design and Construction
  • Curriculum Development
  • Simulated Equipment Design and Development
  • Special Effects Design and Implementation
  • Training Facility Staffing

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