Also, make sure the 0 or 360degree mark of your protractor is toward the top or north of your map, and make sure the 90degree mark is toward the right or east of your map. Unitedstatesmarinecorpsfmfrp12185april1989maoguerrilawarfare usarmymapreadingandlandnavigation. Often, these courses are several miles long in rough terrain and are performed under adverse conditions, such as at night or in the rain. Lensatic compass description preferred by military for its precision and durability, and its hyperaccuracy in land navigation and combat. Mci 0381c land navigation marines uniformed services. Land navigation parts 1, 2, 3, and 4 land navigation with.
Part 1 basic land navigation the lensatic compass description, parts, and features how to sight the lensatic compass the topographic map description how to read, fold, and care for a map the land terrain features terrain and map association. Knowing where you are position fixing and being able to communicate that knowledge is crucial to successful land. Mci course 0381c, land navigation, has been published as a part of the marine corps continuing education program to provide instruction to all marines having duties as a navigator 2. One advantage is its probably more accurate when it comes to shooting azimuths, meaning the act of determining the specific compass direction to a spot on the earth. Obviously this is impossible, and an attempt to plot. Proficiency in this skill results in a smooth, confident movement with marines sure of their location at all times. Marine corps institute mci coursework c land navigation usmc land navigation manual d test land navigation documents. Land navigation equipment and methods a map is a graphic representation of a portion of the earths surface drawn to scale, as seen from above. Components of a map locate grid coordinates on a map plotting points on a map contour lines types of terrain features determine distance on a map plotting a grid azimuth navigate using the lensatic compass determine your location performance evaluation checklist. Knowing where you are position fixing and being able to communicate that knowledge is. Us marine corps course land navigation mci c report free nautical navigation study guide pdf book results.
The ability to navigate terrain with a map and compass is a skillset thats become lost in recent years due to technological advances like gps and its integration into our smartphones. Later, more advanced instruction is given to them while at the school of infantry soi. Redbrown the colors red and brown are combined to identify cultural features, all relief features, nonsurveyed spot elevations, and elevation, such as contour lines on redlight readable maps. Us marine corps course land navigation mci c report free nautical navigation study. Report problems with the links to hqmc arde, at 703 6141712 or send. The attendee must be capable of carrying 34 days worth of food and 36 hours of water, all necessary survival gear, and comfort supplies in moderate to steep. It is a much more compact version of the us army map reading and land navigation manual. Basic mastery of the tools of land navigation map, compass, and protractor is absolutely necessary in order to ensure our success. In the late 19th century, land navigation developed into the sport of orienteering. It has its advantages and disadvantages over the orienteering compass. Mci 0381c land navigation marines uniformed services of. Land navigation parts 1, 2, 3, and 4 land navigation. Part 3 advance land navigation alone you have the responsibility to keep yourself physically and mentally alert, aware, and safe.
Land navigation and map reading powerpoint ranger, premade. Although the number of hours directly devoted to night navigation initially seems very few, note that all the skills associated with daytime navigation apply directly to navigation at night. By downloading any files,you agree to use the information on these files responsibly, correctly, sensibly, properly, acceptably and with the mind set that safety first at all times, and that you are solely responsible for how you use all materials downloaded from this site. Dec 02, 2014 the complete guide to land navigation with the military grid reference system by nick h. The ideal representation would be realized if every feature of the area being mapped could be shown in true shape. This map covers a very large land area at the expense of detail. The latter parts of this series will include live examples from the field, so stay tuned. See all 3 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Land navigation is the discipline of following a route through unfamiliar terrain on foot or by vehicle, using maps with reference to terrain, a compass, and other navigational tools. Part 1 basic land navigation on point preparedness.
Map reading and grid reference materials map reading and land navigation, chapter 4, u. The latter parts of this series will include live examples from the. This is an excellent manual for map and compass based military land navigation. Jul 16, 2011 day and night land navigation tips and tricks duration. Map reading and land navigation and usmc land navigation. Mci course 0381c, land navigation, addresses tasks that should be known by alll marines, these include navigating with a map and compass, route planning and. Department of the navy headquarters united states marine corps washington, dc 203801776 17 april 2000 foreword 1. Map reading and land navigation at this level require development of the problemsolving skills of route selection and tactical movement. In this 5part series we take an indepth look into the world of land navigation. Day and night land navigation tips and tricks duration. Importance the land navigation package at the basic school is designed to develop an ability to navigate both in daylight and in darkness.
Army and usmc training, over the past decade land navigation has evolved into a popular civilian activity known as geocaching. This page provides direction to authentic current digital versions of publications issued by headquarters marine corps staff agencies, major commands, and other dod and federal agencies that issue. Part 3 advance land navigation on point preparedness. Usmc land navigation sergeants course paperback september 18, 2009 by department defense author 4. That is just like having a builtin gps on the course. Introduction to land navigation 201 correct grid azimuth. Basic land navigation southeast missouri state university.
Not all publications in use by the marine corps have been digitized, but this is the official source for those that have. Given a tactical scenario day or night, individual combat equipment, a 1. Advanced land navigation course green eye tactical. Tracking present locationdetermining distancesense of directionhow to read a topographic mapterrain and map associationspatial skillsplanning safe, practical routesand more navigational skillsthe best way to learn land navigation is to get dirt time, that is, get out there with a map and compass. Aug 20, 20 in this 5part series we take an indepth look into the world of land navigation. This approach reflects duty position responsibilities in map reading and land navigation. Night time navigation with the military lensatic compass. United states marine corps marine corps university sergeants course scrs 1201 26 mar 2001 student handout land navigation learning objectives. Land navigation united states marine corps powerpoint presentation.
There is an angular difference between the grid north and the magnetic north that is caused by the attraction of the earths magnetic field northern canada on all compasses. Land navigation and map reading powerpoint ranger, pre. Ppt land navigation powerpoint presentation free to. Navy and marine corps awards manual secnavinst 1650. Sometimes dead reckoning isnt the best way to go if theres any obstacles swampy marshes, valleys, or anything else to hamper your movement and squaring out your movement.
Online army study guide land navigation map reading. A program of demonstrated proficiency of all the preceding skill levels to the specified conditions and standards is a prerequisite to the successful implementation of a buildingblock training approach. Rp0505 land navigation terminal learning objectives 1. The advanced land navigation course is designed for the serious outdoorsman. The marine corps emblem is the eagle, globe and anchor, often shortened to the globe and anchor, or ega. With the aid of references and given an area of operations during daynight, military map, protractor, compass, and grid coordinates, navigate using basic techniques, per. Take the time, stop, and use the eightdigit grid on them to help you pinpoint your location. A six digit grid coordinate gets you to within how many meters of your intended target. List and describe the three different types of north. If you place your protractor down incorrectly on your map, the. D mci pdf 14 dec marine corps institute mci coursework c land navigation d test land navigation documents ue 4. Battle tested shock, water, sand proof, and functional from 50.
Black indicates cultural manmade features such as buildings and roads, surveyed spot elevations, and all labels. Importance land navigation is a skillset which takes time and practice in order to become proficient and confident. Ppt land navigation powerpoint presentation free to view. Part 1 basic land navigation w r o n g sighting lensatic compass part 1 basic land navigation w r o n g sighting lensatic compass part 1 basic land navigation centercenter hold methodhold method for taking a target azimuth bearing the centerhold technique is less precise, but is faster to use and can be used under all conditions of. Then, the night compass march was conducted between 3mile run rd and the fbi road. To be successful at land navigation, one must be able to shoot an azimuth the angle between the north vector and the perpendicular projection of the star down onto the horizon, usually measured in degrees, read maps, and use a compass, among.
Given a military topographic map, protractor, and objective, navigate with a map and. Using their land navigation skills, marines must work as a team to reach specific checkpoints laid out for them on a map. Dead reckoning is just a straight shot to your objective. It is distinguished from travel by traditional groups, such as the tuareg across the sahara and the inuit across the arctic, who use subtle cues to travel across familiar, yet minimally differentiated. May 23, 2019 marine corps institute mci coursework c land navigation usmc land navigation manual d test land navigation documents. It uses colors, symbols, and labels to represent features found on the ground. Bst infantry skills employ a map and compass us marine. Tracking present locationdetermining distancesense of directionhow to read a topographic mapterrain and map associationspatial skillsplanning safe, practical routesand more. Also, i make no warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this web site or downloaded files. Marine corps recruits are first introduced to land navigation while at boot camp. Land navigation is a core military discipline, which uses courses that are an essential part of military training. Purpose marine corps warfighting publication mcwp 311. Land navigation consists of being able to use skills that can help one traverse through unfamiliar terrain by foot or in a vehicle.
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