Stroke: a stroke occurs when there is a blocked (embolism) or ruptured (aneurysm/hemorrhage) blood vessel that supplies the brain, leading to severe and permanent damage to the tissues of the brain. A very severe stroke can cause brain death.
MCT: Marine Combat Training. All non-infantry Marines, upon completion of recruit training, will undergo Marine Combat Training (MCT). MCT consists of 29 days of battle skills training that enables Marines, regardless of MOS, to operate in a combat environment.
Skill enhancement school/course recommended for Sergeant to Corporal, Motor Vehicle Operators, is the Motor Transport NCO Course, Marine Corps Combat Service Support School, Camp Lejeune, NC. For a complete listing of duties and tasks, refer to NAVMC 3500.39B, Motor Transport Training and Readiness Manual.