LESSON 1
DESCRIBE THE M157 SMOKE GENERATOR SYSTEM AND THE PURPOSES
AND USES OF MOTORIZED AND MECHANIZED SMOKE GENERATORS
LESSON DESCRIPTION: The M157 Smoke Generator System is an essential element for creating
mobile smoke, which is valuable as a battle enhancer. A description of this equipment with its use, as
well as the capabilities and limitations are included. You must be able to --
Describe the M157 Smoke Generator System.
Describe the capabilities and limitations of the M157 Smoke Generator System.
Describe the uses of smoke on the battlefield.
Identify the uses of smoke and the importance of cover and concealment.
ACTION:
Describe the M157 Smoke Generator System and the capabilities, limitations, and
uses of mobile smoke.
CONDITION:
Given information about and illustrations of the M157 Smoke Generator System and
the purpose, uses, capabilities, and limitations of mobile smoke.
STANDARD:
Demonstrate competency in the skills and knowledge of the task by responding to the
multiple-choice test covering the M157 Smoke Generator System and the purpose,
uses, capabilities, and limitations of mobile smoke.
REFERENCES: FM 3-50, FC 3-50-1, TM 3-2040-279-12&P and TM 9-2350-261-10
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