| Acronym | Meaning |
| VBIED | Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Device |
| APFT | Army Physical Fitness Test |
| DRU | Direct Reporting Unit |
| IOBC | Infantry Officer Basic Course |
| QRF | Quick Reaction Force |
| XO | Executive Officer. Officer Second-in-command To The CO. |
| HBCT | Heavy Gade Combat Team |
| SFODA | Special Forces Operational Detachment (Alpha) |
| ROE | Rules Of Engagement |
| CWST | Combat Water Survival Test |