TC 3-20.31, Training and Qualification - Crew,   dated March, 2015 (picture may not be current)

Training Circular (TC) 3-20.31 provides a training strategy for crews to attain direct fire weapon proficiency by delivering fire on target(s) using the target itself as a point of aim for either the weapon system or having the leader control fires. It provides training principles and techniques for use by the crew to gain proficiency in engaging and destroying threats efficiently in any operational environment.

The principal audience for TC 3-20.31 is commanders, trainers, and Master Gunners of movement and maneuver units. Commanders, staffs, and subordinates ensure their decisions and actions comply with applicable U.S., international, and, in some cases, host-nation laws and regulations.

TC 3-20.31 is written using a plan, prepare, execute and assess methodology. This publication applies to all direct fire platforms for combat arms MOSs, Stryker NBCRV, and military police assigned to weapons platforms in the Armor, Infantry, and Stryker brigades only.

This publication includes all the planning and preparation required for a successful weapons proficiency training program for both stabilized and mounted machine gun (MMG) crews.

This publication applies to the active Army, the Army National Guard, the Army Reserve, and the United States Marine Corps unless otherwise stated.

This book is a "mini" (7 1/4 inches high by 5 1/2 inches wide) size - A popular size to carry anywhere (briefcase, large pocket, purse) but the print is large enough for easy reading.  It has coil binding allowing for easy page turning with no jamming.

The covers are laminated for weather protection with black and white inside printing.