Directorate of Training and Doctrine, USAFAS

The Directorate of Training and Doctrine (DOTD) at the United States Army Field Artillery School (USAFAS) serves as the proponent for all field artillery training, doctrine development, and leader education. Established to standardize and advance artillery tactics, DOTD has played a crucial role in shaping field artillery instruction since its inception. The directorate develops, updates, and disseminates doctrine, ensuring that field artillery units are prepared to support unified land operations. Over the years, DOTD has continually adapted its programs to incorporate technological advancements and lessons learned from recent conflicts, maintaining the Army’s artillery forces at the forefront of effectiveness and readiness.