Anyone familiar with or been through the (US Army) Reconnaissance & Surveillance Leader's Course (RSLC)? Read on-line descriptions, but seeking distinctions from similar recon/pathfinder courses.
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Maybe putting the descriptions together will help compare the scope and purpose of the courses...apples & oranges really. You may or may not be aware that the Army inactivated its last active duty PF and LRS units two years ago and they are being phased out of the guard inventory.
PF school will stay in business, since the Army determined the skill set is still required, they have expanded ASI authorizations within BCTs and sustainment formations, but no more "units". Honestly, you could add week or so to AA school and get the additional LZ/DZ and advanced sling load skill sets.
...and manned LRS in the conventional force is dead, replaced by unmanned ISR assets (aka, Drones).
RECONNAISSANCE AND SURVEILLANCE LEADERS (as of 01 APR 18)
PURPOSE: The purpose of the Reconnaissance and Surveillance Leader course is to develop leaders to plan and execute extended duration dismounted reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition and interdiction missions in support of an intelligence collection plan. RSLC trains and prepares leaders to serve at both the Tactical (BCT) Level and the Operational (Division/Corps) Level in Reconnaissance, Surveillance, and Target Acquisition and Interdiction operations. SCOPE: The Reconnaissance and Surveillance Leader Course is a 29 day resident course. The course is designed to focus on the following areas: Long Range Surveillance Operations in both Urban and Woodland Environments; Mission Command; Airborne Operations; Special Insertion/Extraction Techniques; Infiltration and Exfiltration by air and ground; Covert Collection of Commander's Priority Intelligence Requirements; Field Training Exercises; Physical Training; Beyond line of Sight Communications; Imagery Collection & Reporting; Vehicle Borne Surveillance & Mobility; Advanced Land Navigation; Vehicle, Equipment, and Weapon Identification. COURSE OUTCOMES: - Flexible Leader who can adapt to any environment. - Identifies and surveys Priority Targets and is prepared to execute target interdiction. - Executes air/ground integration (terminal precision guidance of smart munitions). - Executes detailed mission planning, and conducts surveillance missions as directed. - Collects, Reports/Communicates Information to the supported Maneuver Commander.
PATHFINDER (as of 18 OCT 17)
Purpose: Provides commander with pathfinders who are technical experts in all aspects of rotary wing and fixed wing operations. Graduates of this course are awarded the ASI F7 for enlisted personnel and SI 5Q for officer personnel. Phase Scope: The Pathfinder course uses the small group instruction strategy. Subject areas Pathfinders will demonstrate fundamental skills which include: The establishment and operation of multi-ship helicopter landing and pickup zones. Facilitate the integration of rotary and fixed wing aircraft during joint operations. Apply fundamental knowledge of external rotary wing load preparation and the inspection process. Integrate knowledge of certified sling-load preparation into the preparation of unique sling-loads. Demonstrate fundamental skills in the selection, establishment, and operation of drop zones. All in support of the ground unit commander.
PF school will stay in business, since the Army determined the skill set is still required, they have expanded ASI authorizations within BCTs and sustainment formations, but no more "units". Honestly, you could add week or so to AA school and get the additional LZ/DZ and advanced sling load skill sets.
...and manned LRS in the conventional force is dead, replaced by unmanned ISR assets (aka, Drones).
RECONNAISSANCE AND SURVEILLANCE LEADERS (as of 01 APR 18)
PURPOSE: The purpose of the Reconnaissance and Surveillance Leader course is to develop leaders to plan and execute extended duration dismounted reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition and interdiction missions in support of an intelligence collection plan. RSLC trains and prepares leaders to serve at both the Tactical (BCT) Level and the Operational (Division/Corps) Level in Reconnaissance, Surveillance, and Target Acquisition and Interdiction operations. SCOPE: The Reconnaissance and Surveillance Leader Course is a 29 day resident course. The course is designed to focus on the following areas: Long Range Surveillance Operations in both Urban and Woodland Environments; Mission Command; Airborne Operations; Special Insertion/Extraction Techniques; Infiltration and Exfiltration by air and ground; Covert Collection of Commander's Priority Intelligence Requirements; Field Training Exercises; Physical Training; Beyond line of Sight Communications; Imagery Collection & Reporting; Vehicle Borne Surveillance & Mobility; Advanced Land Navigation; Vehicle, Equipment, and Weapon Identification. COURSE OUTCOMES: - Flexible Leader who can adapt to any environment. - Identifies and surveys Priority Targets and is prepared to execute target interdiction. - Executes air/ground integration (terminal precision guidance of smart munitions). - Executes detailed mission planning, and conducts surveillance missions as directed. - Collects, Reports/Communicates Information to the supported Maneuver Commander.
PATHFINDER (as of 18 OCT 17)
Purpose: Provides commander with pathfinders who are technical experts in all aspects of rotary wing and fixed wing operations. Graduates of this course are awarded the ASI F7 for enlisted personnel and SI 5Q for officer personnel. Phase Scope: The Pathfinder course uses the small group instruction strategy. Subject areas Pathfinders will demonstrate fundamental skills which include: The establishment and operation of multi-ship helicopter landing and pickup zones. Facilitate the integration of rotary and fixed wing aircraft during joint operations. Apply fundamental knowledge of external rotary wing load preparation and the inspection process. Integrate knowledge of certified sling-load preparation into the preparation of unique sling-loads. Demonstrate fundamental skills in the selection, establishment, and operation of drop zones. All in support of the ground unit commander.
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