Platoon Sergeant, Senior Topographic Sergeant, and Operations Sergeant are positions upon which the unit's success depends on. After completion of these assignments, the NCO should return to a TOE unit. Complete the courses listed on the CDM skill level 30. Correspondence courses are encouraged for additional knowledge. Duty assignments permitting, it is strongly recommended a soldier to have completed one year of college.
Education is key to a solid military career.
Assignments such as Platoon Sergeant, Senior Topographic Sergeant at Division or higher echelon and Operations Sergeant make full use of the NCO's experience. Complete the courses listed on the CDM skill level 40. Strongly recommend degree goals be established and pursued. Positions at Major Command headquarters, the United States Army Engineer School, and the Defense Mapping School provide opportunities to use accumulated knowledge. Recommend an Associate Degree and working on a bachelor program.