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Minister for Manpower and 2nd Minister for
Defence, Dr Ng Eng Hen, graced the opening of the new Infantry Training
Institute (ITI) premises at Jurong Camp II on 17 August 2007. |
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The opening of the new ITI facility is a
significant milestone as it marks the establishment of all 11 Army
Training Institutes. |
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The 11 Training Institutes anchor the
training system for National Servicemen (NSmen) and serve as
repositories of knowledge for all the Army formations and their
respective specialisations. |
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As MINDEF and the SAF commemorate 40 years
of National Service(NS), the opening of the new ITI premises represents
the Army's commitment to provide the best training for our NSmen. |
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The training programmes at the ITI employ
simulation technologies to improve training realism and effectiveness.
They also take in feedback from NSmen to continuously improve the
training systems and methodologies. |
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During the tour of the ITI, Dr Ng was
briefed on the Automated In/Out Processing System, which improves the
efficiency of training administration. He also viewed some of its
facilities, including the NS Battalion Planning Room for the training of
NS commanders. |
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Factsheet: Development of Infantry
Training Institute (ITI) |
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National Service was introduced in
1967 to meet the critical need of defending Singapore. As more
National Servicemen were released to the reserve pool, HQ
Reservist Infantry (HQ RI) was established in 1971 to oversee the
training system for NSmen. |
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Subsequently, HQ RI was re-named the
1st Reserve Infantry Training Centre (1 RITC) and the 2nd Reserve
Infantry Training Centre (2 RITC) was set up as the number of
NSmen rose. |
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On 15 Dec 79, 1 RITC and 2 RITC were
re-designated 6 RITC and 9 RTIC under the command of 6th Division
and 9th Division respectively. |
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As the Army grew, new training centres
such as the Basic Combat Training Centre (BCTC), People's Defence
Force Training Centre and Infantry Training Centre were
established to meet the various training needs. |
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On 01 Jul 04, as part of the Army's
transformation, the three Centres were merged to form the Infantry
Training Institute (ITI) with the aim of enhancing the training
system and to optimise resources through centralisation. |
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Over the years, the enhancements made
to our NS training system and facilities reflect the Army's
commitment to provide the best training for NSmen. At the same
time, the Army has continually sought ways to improve and
strengthen the training of our NSmen. |
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The relocation of ITI from the old
Tanjong Gul Camp to its new premises in Jurong Camp II provides
better training facilities and easier access to main training
areas such as BCTC, Pasir Laba Ttraining Area and Live Firing
Areas. |
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New Training Facilities in ITI |
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NS Battalion Command
Block. The NS Battalion Command
Block, provides the infrastructure and space for key NS
appointment holders to manage their Bn In Camp Training (ICT) in a
more conducive environment. It can accommodate two battalions on
ICT simultaneously conducting activities such as battalion
headquarters (HQ) cell training, map planning exercises and
discussions. |
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Battalion Planning Room.
The Battalion Planning Room provides a conducive environment for
the training of NS Commanders and their battalions. It is also
equipped with computers and planning systems. |
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Auditorium and Company
Lecture Theatres. The Auditorium and
Company Lecture Theatres are equipped for lectures and seminars at
the company and battalion levels. |
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Satellite Interactive
Laboratory (SIL). The Satellite
Interactive Laboratory consists of 70 computer workstations. NSmen
can undertake computer-based learning at a pace they are
comfortable with. It also facilitates the conduct of wargaming and
map planning exercises. |
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Gymnasium.
The gymnasium is comprehensively equipped for both general and
specific training. This provides servicemen with a convenient
facility to pursue their fitness regimes. |
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Business Centre.
The business centre provides facilities such as phone, fax and
internet access so that where necessary, NSmen can deal with
urgent work matters during their ICT. |
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Source:
www.mindef.gov.sg News
Release 17 Aug 2007 |
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