Mission

The National Maintenance Training Center (NMTC) can train your ARNG Full-Time Maintenance Technicians & M-Day Traditional Soldiers in the Inspection and Repair of the M1A1 ED/SA Abrams Hull & Turret. NMTC has developed an 80 hour Training Package. The core fundamental teaching point of this course is focused towards troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures. Hands on instruction coupled with classroom instruction is the primary method of instruction. This methodology ensures the student leaves the course with the knowledge to adequately identify problems and implement correct repairs. The maintenance training is not MOS producing, but is quality instruction that will provide your ARNG Maintenance Technician & Soldier with valuable skills in maintaining the M1A1 ED/SA Abrams Hull & Turret systems.

The course contains instruction on the fundamentals and principles of operations of the M1A1 Turret and Hull. Students will receive instruction on the fundamentals and principles of the Fire Control system, Turret Drive system, AGT 1500 Engine, fuel system, fire suppression system, the X1100-3B cross drive transmission and NBC system. The student will use maintenance publications, TMDE, and special tools to perform maintenance on the various turret and hull systems.

COURSE PREREQUISITE: Must have Maintenance Background. Must be an ARNG Full Time Maintenance Technician working in a UTES, MATES, CSMS, and FMS Shop or in direct support of M1A1 Abrams Maintenance operations or M-Day Soldier MOS Qualified in 91A.

Mr. Mark Rushing is the POC for enrollment at 515-727-3579, DSN 431-3579. Mr. Mike Roney is the POC for technical course information at 515-727-3584, DSN 431-3584. See the Tri-Fold Hull-Turret-Basic brochure for detailed information on the course.