The training manual was developed on the basis of the requirements of the curriculum and the thematic plan for the discipline "Management of units in peacetime" of the third generation in order to study and deepen the knowledge of cadets and students of the Military Institute of the Railway Troops and Military Communications on the organization of daily activities, combat training of military units and subunits, carrying out internal and guard services, ensuring law and order and military discipline in the Railway Troops in peacetime.