Introduction
Overview	This is an overview of Concepts of Supply in the Theater of Operations, QM0197.
Proponent	This subcourse is issued by the-- U.S. Army Institute for Professional Development (AIPD) U.S. Army Training Support Center Newport News, Virginia  23628-0001
Purpose	This subcourse is designed to teach you the concepts of supply in the theater of operations. It also provides a conceptual overview of the supply management structure within the theater of operations.
Target Audience	Any eligible person may enroll in the subcourse.
Requirements	To receive credit for course or subcourse completion, you must-- Have an Army Correspondence Course Program (ACCP) USER-ID and PASSWORD. Be formally enrolled in this course/subcourse through the ACCP. Earn a passing score on the subcourse examination.
Contents	The subcourse contains the following parts: TABLE OF CONTENTS
	Introduction
	Lesson: Concepts of Supply in the Theater of Operations
	Part A: The Mission of Combat Service Support in the Theater of Operations
	Part B: Difficulties of Conducting Combat Service Support in the Theater of Operations Environment
	Part C: The Sustainment Imperatives
	Part D: Guidelines for Organization and Location of Combat Service Support Elements
	Part E: The Army System of Combat Service Support
	Part F: Other Sources of Combat Service Support
	Part G: Operational Concerns for Combat Service Support in the Theater of Operations
	Practice Exercise
	Appendix A: List of Common Acronyms
	Appendix B: List of Symbols
	QM0197 Edition A Examination
Informal Access	Feel free to preview the subcourse to see if it meets your needs, to study it without committing to formal enrollment, or use it as an on-line desk reference.
Enrollment

Enrollment Eligibility	The Army Correspondence Course Program subcourses are available to U.S. Active and Reserve military officers, warrant officers, and enlisted personnel; Reserve Officers' Training Corps, National Guard Officer Candidate School, West Point cadets, and authorized federal civilian employees. Military personnel must have enough time remaining in service to complete the course/subcourse(s) in which they request enrollment. Note:  For detailed eligibility requirements see the course listing found on the AIPD LOGON/REGISTER web site.
Enrollment Notes	Enrollment is electronic. To enroll, click on the ENROLL button below to take you to the ACCP LOGON screen. [NOTE: The following instructions apply to the ACCP web site.] If you are not already registered with the ACCP, you will need to do so prior to enrolling for this subcourse. Click on the REGISTER button and follow the on-screen instructions. [NOTE: You will be required to create your own USER-ID and PASSWORD. These will allow you to enroll for courses/subcourses, access and update portions of your current personal demographic information, view history records, and take on-line examinations for subcourses in which you are enrolled.] If you are a registered ACCP participant, enter your USER-ID and PASSWORD in the spaces provided and click on the LOGON button. Follow on-screen instruction for enrolling in a course/subcourse. When filling in the subcourse number, enter it exactly as follows:  QM0197 . After submitting your application, you will receive verification of your enrollment by e-mail, if available, or first class mail. IMPORTANT:  You will not be able to access the examination for this subcourse until you have received notification that your enrollment application has been accepted. Until that time, you may informally access the subcourse materials and begin your studies.
Taking the Subcourse On-Line
Taking the subcourse	You do not have to wait for enrollment verification before beginning. You can start immediately. Everything you need to complete the subcourse is provided on-line. You will need no additional materials, nor will any be sent to you. View and study all materials (including practical exercises), and take the final examination. REMINDER:  You must have received ACCP subcourse enrollment verification by e-mail before taking the examination.
Taking the exam	REMINDER:  You must have received ACCP subcourse enrollment verification by e-mail before taking the examination. Read the examination administrative instructions very carefully prior to beginning the examination. Once you complete the examination and "submit" your responses, you will receive immediate feedback of your score. If you obtained a passing score, you will also receive subcourse text references for missed questions. Your final official grade (Completion Notice) will be provided by e-mail, if available, or first class mail. If you did not obtain a passing score, you may retake the examination after a time lapse of 24-hours from computer processing of your initial attempt.
Assistance
Points of Contact	If you have any questions about the subcourse, call or e-mail one of these points of contact: For questions about subcourse content, contact: ATCL AQ Training Directorate US ARMY CASCOM 401 1st Street Fort Lee, VA 23801-1511 For questions about subcourse administration, contact: Section A DSN: 826-2127/3322 COM: (757) 878-2127/3322 E-MAIL: sectiona@atsc.army.mil

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