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army captain

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Army captains aid in the supervision of large units of soldiers, as well as perform planning and strategic duties in tactical operations. They also ensure equipment maintenance and provide support in logistic matters as well as support during operations.

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Competences
30
Groups
4
Essential
12
Optional
18

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Essential knowledge 5 competences

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military code

The code language used in specific intelligence or military organisations and operations, how to use and decipher them.

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military combat techniques

The fighting techniques specific to military operations, using military weapons and equipment, and the regulations concerning military combat actions.

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military drill

The marching techniques and use of weapons, and other disciplinary methods applied in military operations.

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military logistics

The operations of the supply and demand of goods and recources on military bases and during military operations on the field, the disruption of enemy supplies, cost analysis, equipment demands, and other military logistics activities.

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military weaponry

The types of arms used by different military organisations, such as army, navy or air force and in different nations worldwide; the weapons' aspects, damage potential and ways to defend against them.

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Essential skills and competences 7 competences

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Sector-specific

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analyse logistic needs

Analysing the logistic needs of all the different departments on the organisational level.

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assist in military logistics

Assist the upper management of a military organisation in the supply of goods and resources to military troops on the field and on base, and the disruption of enemy flow of resources, and other logistics activities in the military.

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defend human rights

Protect human rights towards and between colleagues and also towards the civil populations one is in contact with.

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manage troop deployment

Manage the deployment of troops to areas in conflict, or in need of aid, and oversee the deployment procedures. Manage the deployment of the troops within an area for specific missions, and ensure the troops and resources are allocated to the missions in compliance with tactical considerations and safety of the troops.

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advise superiors on military operations

Advise on the strategic decisions made by superiors on deployment, mission tactics, resource allocation or other military operation specifics, to help superiors reach a better decision and to provide them with any relevant information for a military operation or functioning of the military organisations in general.

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devise military tactics

Devise the strategic and tactical components of a military operation, taking into account the available equipment and assigning tasks to the different troops, and supervising the use of weapons and other battle equipment.

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monitor military equipment use

Monitor the use by military staff of specific military equipment to ensure that no unauthorised personnel gains access to specific types of equipment, that everyone handles the equipment according to regulations, and that it is only used in appropriate circumstances.

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Optional knowledge 1 competence

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geographic information systems

The tools involved in geographical mapping and positioning, such as GPS (global positioning systems), GIS (geographical information systems), and RS (remote sensing).

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Optional skills and competences 17 competences

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Sector-specific

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analyse potential threats against national security

Analyse the possibilities of potential threats and actions taken against national security in order to develop preventive measures and aid with the development of military tactics and operations.

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supervise the maintenance of military equipment

Plan and supervise the routine maintenance and repair work of military equipment and weaponry to ensure proper working order.

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use geographic information systems

Work with computer data systems such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

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assess danger in risk areas

Assess the potential dangers involved in performinig military or humanitarian missions in risk areas, such as combat areas, areas affected by natural disasters, or politically tense areas.

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coordinate humanitarian aid missions

Coordinate the deployment of troops and resources to areas where humanitarian aid is required, and the operation in the area itself to ensure that the area is safe, the people have access to medical aid, shelter, and food, and that any danger and risks are removed.

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coordinate patrols

Coordinate the investigation and inspection of a certain area by assigning patrollers to routes and areas, establishing the area that needs patrolling, and coordinating the activities during the patrol.

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coordinate rescue missions

Coordinate rescue missions during the event of a disaster or during an accident, ensure that all possible methods are being used to ensure the safety of the people being rescued, and that the search is as efficient and thorough as possible.

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ensure compliance with types of weapons

Comply with legal requirements when using different kinds of firearms and other types of weapons and their matching ammunition.

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ensure equipment availability

Ensure that the necessary equipment is provided, ready and available for use before start of procedures.

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ensure information security

Ensure that the information gathered during surveillance or investigations remains in the hands of those authorised to receive and use it, and does not fall into enemy or otherwise non-authorised individuals' hands.

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give battle commands

Give commands during a battle or similar confrontation with enemy units to guide the activities of the troops, ensuring the safety of the troops and success of the operation, and give these commands in a comprehensible manner compliant with guidelines, and in dangerous and stress situations.

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lead military troops

Lead the actions of military troops on the field during a mission, either combat, humanitarian or otherwise defensive, compliant with the strategies devised prior to the operation and ensuring communication with other troops is maintained.

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maintain operational communications

Maintain communications between different departments of an organisation, between the staff, or during specific operations or missions, to ensure that the operation or mission is successful, or that the organisation functions smoothly.

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perform military operations

Perform military operations according to given instructions from superiors, such as battle operations, rescue missions, aid missions, search and intelligence missions or other operations concerning defense.

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test safety strategies

Test policies and strategies related to risk and safety management and procedures, such as testing evacuation plans, safety equipment, and carrying out drills.

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train military troops

Train military troops or people in training to join the force in drill, combat techniques, weaponry, regulations, operation procedures, camouflage, and other military practices.

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write situation reports

Write reports according to specifications and regulations of an organisation on the situation which needs to be reported on, such as the status of an investigation, of intelligence gathering, or of missions and operations.

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