What does advanced individual training (AIT) consist of?
Soldiers in AIT learn skills concerning their military occupational skill (MOS). An MOS defines a Soldier’s primary skill in the Army. MOSs are: 13B – Cannoneer Crewman, 13D – Field Artillery Tactical Data Systems Specialist, 13F Support Specialist, 13M – Multiple Launch Rocket System Crewmember, 13P – Multiple Launch Rocket System Operations & Fire Direction Specialist, 13R – Field Artillery Firefinder Radar Operator, 13T – Field Artillery Surveyor/ Meteorological Crewmember, 94M – Radar Repairer and 94S – Patriot System Repairer. During AIT, Soldiers continue the “soldierization” process, with an increasing emphasis on individual responsibilities. MOS instructors and drill sergeants continue each Soldier’s military education through training on advance rifle marksmanship, combatives, physical fitness, the Army Values, attention to detail, learning to cope with stress, and Warrior Tasks and Battle Drills. • Where do AIT Soldiers live while training? Soldiers in the first two phases of
