Term
| Type and quantity of A/C units? |
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Definition
| (x7) 300-ton York, centrifugal. |
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Term
| Refrigerant used for A/C? |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
1 & 2: Generator Room #1
3, 4, & 4a: AMR
5 & 6: A/C Machinery Room |
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Term
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Definition
-compressor: heart of system
-condenser: converts gas to liquid
-chiller: evaporator/receiver
-orifice plate: changes high temperature/pressure to low temperature/pressure
-chill water pump: move water to system
-expansion tank: maintains pressure
-cooling coils: located in fan rooms |
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Term
| Type & quantity of refer A/C units? |
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Definition
| (x3) 5.5-ton Carrier, reciprocating 6 cylinder |
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Term
| Type of refrigerant used in refer A/C units? |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
| #1, 2, & 3: FWD Fire Pump Room |
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Term
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Definition
-compressor: heart of system
-condenser: changes gas to liquid
-receiver: back up
-evaporators: unit coolers [(x5) freeze box, (x2) in each chill room, (x2) in SD storeroom, & (x2) in thaw box]
-thermal expansion valve: changes high temperature/pressure to low temperature/pressure |
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Term
| 4 basic cycles of refrigeration? |
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Definition
| Evaporation, expansion, compression, condensation. |
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Term
| Primary purpose of the Auxilary Propulsion System? |
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Definition
| Provides for fuel efficiency during loitering and transiting @ 4-12 knots. |
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Term
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Definition
| Minimum of 3 SSDGs for up to 8 knots; minimum of 4 SSDGs for up to 12 knots. |
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Term
| Locations of APS components? |
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Definition
-(x1) APM in each MMR.
-(x1) VSD in MMR2.
-(x1) VSD in AMR Upper level.
-Remote control panel in any MCS console.
-Position indicators local at VSD or MCS console. |
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Term
| Characteristics of the APMs? |
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Definition
- 5000 HP
- 590V
- 3-phase
- #1 APM powered from 4sg/5sg switchboards
- #2 APM powered from 2sg/3sg switchboards |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
| Purpose of the ballast control system? |
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Definition
| To increase or decrease draft, correcting the list & trim to facilitate landing craft operations. |
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Term
| Location of hydraulic power packs (HPU)? |
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Definition
| #1 in MMR2, #2 in SD storeroom. |
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Term
| Purpose and quantity of deballast compressors? |
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Definition
| (x6), To provide low pressure/high volume air to blow out the ballast tasks. |
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Term
| Locations of the deballast compressors? |
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Definition
-#1&2: FWD compressor room
#3&4: AMR
#5&6: AFT deballast compressor room |
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Term
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Definition
| To collect, hold, & transfer sewage (black water) and waste water (grey water). |
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Term
| Safety precautions with CHT? |
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Definition
-Tyvek suit
-Betadyne cleaner
-Beware of H2S & methane |
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Term
| 3 operating modes of CHT? |
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Definition
| In-port, transiting (0-3nm), & at-sea (>3 nm). |
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Term
| Where can we discharge black water? |
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Definition
- 3nm for U.S.
- 3-12nm in contiguous zone
- >12nm for foreign countries |
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Term
| Purpose of the CPS system? |
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Definition
| To provide filtered air to protect personnel during a CBR environment. |
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Term
| How many CPS zones are there onboard and what are their parameters? |
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Definition
| (x2); Bow-FR33, FR33-FR49. |
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Term
| How many decon stations are onboard? Locations? |
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Definition
| (x5); #1-gym, #2-near MAs'office, #3-flight deck, #4-upper V, #5-port troop walkway |
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Term
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Definition
-bag prefilter
-CBR filter
-hepa filter
-gas absorber |
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Term
| How many high pressure air compressors are onboard and what are they rated at? |
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Definition
| (x2) HPACs rated @ 3000 psi |
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Term
| Where are the HPACs located? |
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Definition
| (x1) in each compressor room |
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Term
| What do the HPACs provide to? |
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Definition
-diesel start air system
-ACEs
-crossconnect to vital l/p air
-side winder middle charging
-inflatable shaft seal
-SCBA charging stations
-l/o emergency coastdown pumps |
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Term
| How many low pressure air compressors are onboard and what are they rated at? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are the modes of operation for the LPACs? |
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Definition
-Lead (125-115psig)
-Lag (120-110psig)
-Standby (115-105psig) |
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Term
| Where are the LPACs located? |
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Definition
-#1&2: FWD compressor room
-#3: MMR2
-#4&5 AFT compressor room |
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Term
| What is the model of the LPAC? |
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Definition
| Dresser-Rand Start Model 200 |
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Term
| What is the priority valve used for? |
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Definition
| Vital assets only. (85psi) |
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Term
| What is the HP to LP reducer? |
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Definition
| Emergency backup to LP air system. |
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Term
| What is the vital service main used for? |
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Definition
| Continued operation to maintain ship's control, propulsion, comms, & combat capabilities. |
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Term
| What is electronic dry air used for? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the function of the controllable pitch propeller (CPP)? |
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Definition
| To provide ahead 100+ & astern 45- propulsion thrust. |
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Term
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Definition
- hydraulic oil power module (HOPM)
- oil distribution box (OD box)
- change-over valves: auto, manual, off
- emergency hand pump: c/o valves must be off for use |
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Term
| What are the types of deguassing? |
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Definition
- a-coil (athwartship)
- m-coil (main)
- fi-qi coil (auto)
- fp-qp coil (manual) |
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Term
| Where is the degaussing switchboard located? Remote control panel? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the purpose of deperming & where do we find info for it? |
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Definition
| To reduce magnetism & bring all ships of the same class to a standard. Info for deperming can be found in the degaussing folder. |
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Term
| What is the quantity and the characteristics of the SSDGs |
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Definition
-(x6) Colt-Pielstick, 12-cylinder, 4-stroke, single-stage.
-4000kw, 5364HP, 900rpm, 60Hz, 694amps, 4160v. |
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Term
| Where are the SSDGs located? |
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Definition
-#1: generator room 1
-#2&3: MMR1
-#4&5: MMR2
-#6: generator room 2
(#1&6 are above the waterline) |
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Term
| What are the components of the SSDG? |
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Definition
-jacket water: internal cooling
-l/o: lubes, cools & cleans engine
-f/o: self-contained
-air start/assist: 3000 psi HP reduces to 360 psi
-saltwater: cools l/o & jacket water |
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Term
| Describe the switchboards and their rating. |
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Definition
-4000 kw, 4160 v, 60 Hz.
-Ha switchboards are stbd, Hb switchboard are port
-E.g: "4Ha" --> 4= fire zone. H/L= high/low voltage (4160/450). a/b= stbd/port. |
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Term
| Quantity and locations of shore power connections? |
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Definition
(x5)
-(x2) @ FWD port, (x2) @ STBD OOD station, (x1) @ AFT fantail behind NATO. |
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Term
| Discuss the 400Hz Solid State Frequency Converter and how it's numbered. |
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Definition
| Converts 440v, 3-phase, 60Hz delta power into 450v, 400Hz, 3-phase delta power. Numbered "2, 4, 4, 8, 4, 4, 2". |
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Term
| How many load/control centers are onboard? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the difference between an ABT and an MBT? |
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Definition
| An Automatic Bus Transfer switches to an alternate power source on its own when primary power source is out. |
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Term
| What is the quantity and use of elevators? |
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Definition
(x14)
-(x6) cargo/weapons - max. 12000 lbs.; #3 --> secondary medical
-(x1) medical - max. 3600 lbs.
-(x2) aircraft (ACEs) - max. 75000 lbs.
-(x4) package elevators - max. 100 lbs.
-(x1) dumb waiter - max. 500 lbs. |
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Term
| Duties and responsibilities of the Cheng? |
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Definition
| CDR Barrows(?); overall in charge of the engineering plant. |
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Term
| Duties and responsibilities of the MPA? |
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Definition
| LCDR Hoekstra; in charge of the main propulsion equipment. |
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Term
| Duties and responsibilities of the DCA? |
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Definition
| LCDR Stefanik; ensures shipboard training. |
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Term
| Duties and responsibilities of the ELECTRO? |
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Definition
| LT King (GONE); in charge of the electrical plant. |
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Term
| Duties and responsibilites of the AUXO? |
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Definition
| CWO2 Alaka; in charge of auxilary equipment. |
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Term
Duties and responsibilities of the following watches in-port:
-EDO
-CCS
-Sound & Security
-In-port Equipment Monitor (IEM)
-Fire Marshall |
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Definition
-EDO: represents the CHENG when he is not onboard.
-CCS: monitors eqpt. & aux. steering in-port.
-Sound & Security: (x1) rover FWD & AFT; inspects unmanned spaces for casualties.
-In-port Equipment Monitor (IEM): monitors online eqpt.
-Fire Marshall: checks for fire hazards, approves hot work, & is on-scene leader for casualties. |
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Term
Duties and responsibilities of the following watches underway:
-EOOW
-Engine Room Operator/Engine Room Monitor (ERO/ERM)
-EPCO
-Oil King
-PPCO
-DCCO |
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Definition
-EOOW: (CCS)in charge of engineeering plant ops.
-ERO/ERM: monitors/operates eqpt. in main spaces & associated eqpt.
-EPCO: (CCS)monitors/operates the electrical plant.
-Oil King: operates lube/fuel oil transfer & testing.
-PPCO: in charge of propulsion.
-DCCO: monitors and operates DC eqpt. & ventilation. |
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Term
| What is the type and purpose of the firemain system? |
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Definition
| Composite loop; purpose is to provide water for firefighting (175psi). |
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Term
| What are the secondary purposes for the firemain system? |
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Definition
-countermeasure washdown
-decon stations
-sanitary flushing
-main drainage
-R.O.
-ballasting
-normal/emergency cooling for various machinery eqpt. |
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Term
| What are the fire pumps rated at and where are they located? |
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Definition
1000gpm @ 175psi.
-#1-4: FWD Fire Pump Room
-#5-8: MMR1
-#9-12: MMR2
-#13-16: AFT Fire Pump Room |
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Term
| What types of fuel can we carry onboard and what are they used for? |
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Definition
- F-76: propulsion, LCAC, & diesels.
- JP-5: yellow gear, boats, vehicles, and aircraft. |
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Term
| What are the purposes of the major fuel systems? |
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Definition
-F/O service: gets f/o to the gas turbines.
-F/O transfer: transfers fuel between storage and service tanks.
-F/O stripping: strips dirty fuel from the bottom of the storage tank.
-LCAC F/O system: gives clean fuel to LCACs. |
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Term
| What is the purpose of the major "fuel flushing major system"? |
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Definition
- JP-5 service: gives fuel to the aircraft.
- JP-5 transfer: transfers f/o between storage and service tanks. |
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Term
| What is the quantity and type of the gas turbine engines? What are they rated at? |
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Definition
| (x2) LM2500+ (17-stage compressor) rated @ 35000HP. |
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Term
| What is "Stage 0" and its purpose? |
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Definition
| BLISK (Blade Disk); gives the GTEs an additional 10000HP. |
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Term
| What is HFP in regards to the gas turbines? |
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Definition
| Heptafluoropropane; used as a firefighting agent. |
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Term
| What is the purpose of the Main Reduction Gear lube oil? |
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Definition
| To provide l/o & cooling to the MRG, associated thrust bearing, & APM bearings. |
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Term
| Discuss the 2 types of oil for the Gas Turbine system. |
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Definition
-23699 synthetic oil (runs through the GTE in tubes).
-2190 lube oil (runs in tubes around the 23699 & removes the heat). |
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Term
| Discuss the components of the l/o system. |
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Definition
- (x4) l/o service pumps: (x2) per MMR.
- (x2) l/o coastdown pumps: (x1) per MMR. Provides l/o to the MRG if header pressure drops until the shaft comes to a complete stop. Uses h/p air @ 330gpm capacity. Takes 22 mins if loss of air or power is sensed.
- (x2) l/o coolers: seawater cools the 2190 oil.
- (x2) l/o strainers: removes solid contaminants (clear).
- (x2) l/o pruifiers: removes water and liquid contaminants (bright).
- l/o storage and settling tanks |
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Term
| What is the purpose of the MCS (Machinery Control System)? |
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Definition
| To control, monitor, & provide alarms for major engineering sytems. |
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Term
| What are the components and their functions of the MCS? |
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Definition
-(x6)MCCs: full system control & monitoring capability.
-(x7)Multi-function workstations: (same capabilities as MCC.)
-(x15)Local operating panels
-(x56)Data Acquisition Units (DAUs): i/o connectivity w/ each system of the machinery plant.
-(x6)Portable operating units |
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Term
| Discuss the MCS LAN and the life of the UPS. |
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Definition
| Consists of 5 redundant-star pattern LAN switches. Life of the UPS is 30 mins. |
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Term
| List systems that MCS monitors and controls. |
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Definition
-ventilation
-APS
-ballast/deballast
-diesel l/o
-electric (60 & 400Hz)
-firemain
-R.O. & freshwater
-integrated throttle controls
-propeller pitch
-l/o system
-solid state frequency
-main seawater system
-engineering & bell logging
-steering machinery control |
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Term
| What is the purpose of the main thrust bearing and where is it located? |
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Definition
| To propel the ship through water; bolted to the hull AFT of the MRG. |
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Term
| What is the purpose of the Main Reduction Gear? |
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Definition
| To convert high speed, low torque to low speed, high torque. |
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Term
| Discuss characteristics of the MRG. |
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Definition
- double-input: APM/GTE
- double-reduction: high speed to low speed
- double-helical: no slip
- single-output: 1 shaft power gear set
*STBD 1st reduction has an idler gear, changes the rotation of the propeller shaft. |
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Term
| How many line shaft bearings are there? |
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Definition
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Term
| What does SSSC stand for and what is its function? |
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Definition
| (x4) Synchronous Self-Shifting Clutch; engages/disengages engine to the MRG. |
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Term
| Discuss the components if pollution abatement. |
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Definition
-(x2) oily water separators @ AMR; separates oil from oily waste drawn from oily waste holding tank & bilges.
-(x2) oil content monitors @ AMR; monitors oil content in discharge-15 ppm pierside.
-(x5) oily waste transfer pumps: #1 in FWD JP-5 pump room, #2/3 in AMR, #4 in AFT JP-5 pump room, & #5 in AFT steering. |
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Term
| Discuss the purpose and characteristics of the potable water system. |
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Definition
-Purpose is to store, treat, & deliver potable water.
-(x4) centrifugal, non-positive displacement maintained at 55 psi. |
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Term
| How many potable water tanks are onboard and what are their capacities? Locations? |
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Definition
| (x6) tanks, 126000 gal total; (x3) in each MMR. |
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Term
| How many reverse osmosis units are onboard and what are they rated at? Locations? |
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Definition
| (x4) rated @ 50000 gal each; (x2) in each MMR. |
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Term
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Definition
-seawater is supplied from the firemain system.
-permeate water is good water going to the EDG.
-brine water is salty water going overboard. |
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Term
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Definition
| Electrolytic disinfectant generator; treats water so it's safe to drink. |
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Term
| What are the skid that make up the R.O.? |
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Definition
| Pump, membrane, & filter. |
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Term
| What is the purpose of the steering pumps and how many are onboard? |
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Definition
| To provide hydraulic oil to respective Ram to control direction; (x2) HPUs per rudder. |
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Term
| What are the modes of steering control? |
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Definition
-Normal (pilot house)
-Trick wheel (steering gear rooms; comms w/ pilot house)
-Submersible power unit (for loss of primary steering)
-Emergency hand pump (for loss of control to pilothouse AND trick wheel)
-Mechanical rudder positioning ("hatchet"; locks @ midship) |
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Term
| What is the purpose of the watermist system? How many pumps and tanks are onboard? |
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Definition
| To replace ozone-depleting Halon 1301; (x4) pumps and (x2) tanks. |
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Term
| What are the parameters and the locations of the watermist pumps? |
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Definition
230 gpm @ 1245 psi.
-#1&2: MMR1
-#3&4: MMR2 |
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Term
| Where is the high-purity R.O. (which normally fills the watermist tanks) located? |
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Definition
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Term
| Where are the watermist activation stations located? |
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Definition
-Main machinery spaces
-Diesel generator rooms
-Diesel generator enclosures |
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Term
| What is the normal operating level on the LOSCA? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the gear ratio of the MRG? |
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Definition
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Term
| [Anchor Windlass] Can you cross-connect the HPUs to drive the other Wildcat? |
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Definition
| Yes, using the cross-connect valve. |
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Term
| Which way do the props turn? |
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Definition
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Term
| On the MRG, when do you use the dehumidifier and the precipitator? |
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Definition
-Dehumidifier: in-port
-Precipitator: underway |
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Term
| How can you inflate the shaft seal? |
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Definition
| With H/p air from the ship's emergency backup of CO2. |
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Term
| What shaft alleys are the shaft seals located in? |
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Definition
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Term
| How many gallons of F-76 can MKI carry onboard? |
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Definition
| 1820198 gal. (Roughly 1.8MIL) |
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Term
| What shore services do we provide for LCUs, LCACs, LCMs, and AAVs? |
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Definition
-LCU: fuel, shore power, water, CHT, & firemain
-LCAC: fuel, shore power, & high-purity water
-LCM: fuel
-AAV: fuel |
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Term
| What is the mission of Naval Logistics? |
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Definition
| To provide/sustain operational readiness by getting precise support (right place, right time). |
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Term
| What is the difference between Force Level R-Supply and Unit Level R-Supply? |
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Definition
| Force Level R-Supply is used by big decks; Unit Level R-Supply is used by ships smaller than big decks. |
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Term
| What is Optimized Supply? |
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Definition
| [R-Supply, OMMS-NG, & NALCOMIS] Provides Navy & USMC activities with logistics, inventory, & financial management program applications. |
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Term
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Definition
| Organizational Maintenance Management System-Next Generation. Primarily used for maintenance & job creation for ordering repair items. |
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Term
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Definition
| Naval Aviation Command Management Information System. Primary objective is to increase aircraft readiness; functional sponsor is the CNO, program manager is NAVAIR. |
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Term
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Definition
| Relational Supply. Provides for automated supply & financial management. |
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Term
| Discuss the "Never-Out" List. |
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Definition
| Contains items that are required to be carried onboard as stock to ensure continuous support. (Items include toilet paper, cleaning gear, soap, antibiotics, bromine cartidges, etc.) |
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Term
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Definition
| Afloat Total Asset Visibility. Allows units to see what assets are available on other units. |
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Term
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Definition
| One Touch Support. Allows afloat/ashore commands to check stock, inquire, technical screen, & requisition material via email. |
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Term
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Definition
| Global Distance Support Center. Provides worldwide support to commands. (Can be checked via email or phone.) |
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Term
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Definition
| Continuous Monitoring Program. Used by TYCOM to view, track, & forecast specific supply processes & pulse point areas. Ships view & upload pertinent info such as restocking monetary data, sales figures, & profit limitations. |
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Term
| Discuss the CMP Extractor. |
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Definition
| [Used by S-1, S-2, & S-3] Used to monitor/improve shipboard business processes & effectiveness. |
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Term
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Definition
| [Used by TYCOM] Used to show data uploaded via the CMP Extractor. |
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Term
| What is endurance loading of subsistence? |
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Definition
| Effectively loading for survivability during underways (replenishments are based on ship). |
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Term
| How does endurance loading of subsistence affect the ship's mission and sustainability? |
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Definition
| If the ship fails to load, it could lead to lack of critical parts, lack of nutritional needs, of lack of hygiene items. |
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Term
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Definition
| Basic Daily Food Allowance. A set quantity of food required to provide a nutritionally adequate daily diet for one person. (Can be defined by components or daily value.) |
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Term
| What are the rations used during battle stations? Where are they distributed? |
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Definition
| MREs: meals-ready-to-eat. Distributed during GQs by the CSs. |
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Term
| What is the purpose of a Fleet Cargo Message? |
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Definition
| To provide continuous updates of routing instructions IAW ship's schedule. (COMLOGWESTPAC) |
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Term
| What is the purpose of the Ship's Store Afloat? |
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Definition
| Provide for a convenient reliable source for personnel to obtain articles necessary for health, comfort, & convenience at a savings. |
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Term
| What is the purpose of Navy Cash? |
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Definition
| Provide a simple, centralized & secure method of handling cash. |
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Term
| What is the weight of the ship's anchor? |
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Definition
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Term
| What type of anchor does MKI carry? |
|
Definition
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Term
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Definition
-POIC
-(x4) Riggers
-(x4) Brakemen
-(x2) Phone talkers
-1st Lieutenant / Bos'n
-Safety
-Medical
- A-Gang
-Electrician
-Anchor watch |
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Term
| What is the color sequence of the anchor chain? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the color of the second-to-last shot of chain? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the color of the last shot of anchor chain? |
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Definition
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Term
| How many shots of anchor chain do we have for each anchor? |
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Definition
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Term
| How many links are painted white on the FIFTH shot of anchor chain? |
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Definition
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Term
|
Definition
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Term
| How many fathoms are in one shot of chain? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the breaking strength of the padeye holding the anchor chain in the locker? |
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Definition
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Term
| Name the 4 parts of the chain stopper. |
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Definition
-Pelican hook
-Detachable links
-Turnbuckle
-Shackle |
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Term
| What is the stopper closest to the hawsepipe? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the stopper called closest to the Wildcat? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the difference between the chain stoppers and the towing stopper? |
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Definition
| Towing stopper has locking plated to prevent the turnbuckle from spinning loose. |
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Term
| Name the 5 animals on the FOC'SLE. |
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Definition
-Pelican hook
-Wildcat
-Bullnose
-Monkey wrench
-Alligator jack |
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Term
| What day shape do we fly when at anchor? |
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Definition
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Term
| What type of mooring lines do we use onboard? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the difference between synthetic lines and the Aramid? |
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Definition
| Aramid lines have no snapback. |
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Term
| How many mooring lines do we use onboard? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the purpose of the breast lines? |
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Definition
| To keep the ship from veering away from the pier; usually used in times of heavy weather. |
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Term
| Why do ships "dip the eye"? |
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Definition
| To be able to remove mooring lines from the bollard without interrupting the others. |
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Term
| What is considered "small stuff". |
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Definition
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Term
| What does RHIB stand for? |
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Definition
| Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat. |
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Term
| What is the length of the RHIB? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the max. capacity of personnel that can fit in the RHIB? |
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Definition
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Term
| Where is the RHIB located? |
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Definition
| STBD side, FWD of the elevator. |
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Term
| What type of davit do we use to lower the RHIB? |
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Definition
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Term
| What does SLAD stand for? |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
-Boat officer
-Coxswain
-Engineer
-Bow Hook |
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Term
| What is the other boat called? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the common name for the LCPL? |
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Definition
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Term
| What does LCPL stand for? |
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Definition
| Landing Craft Personnel-Large. |
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Term
| What is the max. capacity of the LCPL? |
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Definition
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Term
| What type of davit do we use to lower the LCPL? |
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Definition
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Term
| Who is in charge of the boat davit? |
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Definition
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Term
| List the sequence of lowering the LCPL. |
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Definition
-Release the AFT block.
-Release the FWD block.
-Release the AFT steadying line.
-Release the FWD steadying line.
-Unhook the sea painter.
(Use the reverse order for raising the LCPL.) |
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Term
| What color does the davit captain wear? |
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Definition
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Term
| What color does the boat engineer wear? |
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Definition
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Term
| What color does the bow hook/SAR swimmer wear? |
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Definition
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Term
| What color does the boat officer wear? |
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Definition
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Term
| What line is attached to the sea painter for raising/lowering? Where is it located? |
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Definition
| Lizard line; located port side by medical, midship, 01 level. |
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Term
| What are the lines hanging on the davit where the gig is and quantity? |
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Definition
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Term
| What percentage of body weight do the monkey lines support when lowering the boat? |
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Definition
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Term
| Name the 3 Man Overboard recoveries. |
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Definition
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Term
| What are the 3 purposes for small boats? |
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Definition
-Security
-Personnel transfer
-MOB |
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Term
| How many life rafts is MKI complimented for? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the max. capacity of each life raft? |
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Definition
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Term
| How many UNREP stations does MKI have? |
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Definition
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Term
| Which stations do we receive fuel with? |
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Definition
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Term
| Where is Station 3 located? |
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Definition
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Term
| Where is Station 7 located? |
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Definition
| Behind cargo elevator #10. |
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Term
| What do we receive on Station #5? |
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Definition
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Term
| Where is Station #1 located and what is its function? |
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Definition
| STBD side of the super structure; used for delivering fuel to other vessels. |
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Term
| What color does the rig captain wear on station? |
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Definition
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Term
| Who wears brown on the UNREP station? |
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Definition
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Term
| What color do the riggers wear on station? |
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Definition
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Term
| Who wears green on the UNREP station? |
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Definition
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Term
| What colors do Safety and Medical wear? |
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Definition
-Safety: White w/ green cross
-Medical: White w/ red cross |
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Term
| How long is the phone and distance line and who communicates on it? |
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Definition
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Term
| How far apart are the flags on the phone and distance line? |
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Definition
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Term
| What number is the first flag on the phone and distance line? |
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Definition
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Term
| What number is the last flag on the phone and distance line? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the color sequence of the flags on the phone and distance line? |
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Definition
| [GoRubYourBoobsWithGrease] GREEN, RED, YELLOW, BLUE, WHITE, GREEN. |
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Term
| AT NIGHT, on what side of the flags are the red chem lights? |
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Definition
| On the approach ship side. |
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Term
| Which flags will have blue chem lights? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is ROMEO at the dip? (Control ship) |
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Definition
| "Steady on course & making preparations to receive you alongside." |
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Term
| What is ROMEO at the dip? (Approach ship) |
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Definition
| "Ready to make approach." |
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Term
| What is ROMEO closed up? (Control ship) |
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Definition
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Term
| What is ROMEO closed up? (Approach ship) |
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Definition
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Term
| When do both ships haul ROMEO down? |
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Definition
| When the messenger is in-hand of the approach ship. |
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Term
| What does ROMEO look like? |
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Definition
| Red square flag w/ yellow cross. |
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Term
| What color is the CONTROL flag? |
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Definition
| Blue & yellow vertical stripes. |
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Term
| What flag does the receiving ship hoist at the dip 15 mins. before replenishment is complete? |
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Definition
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Term
| What color is the PREP flag? |
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Definition
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Term
| What does it mean when the PREP flag is hauled up? |
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Definition
| Replenishment is complete. |
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Term
| When is the PREP flag brought down? |
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Definition
| When all lines are clear. |
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Term
| Who is in charge of bringing amphibious craft into the welldeck? |
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Definition
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Term
| What does LCAC stand for? |
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Definition
| Landing Craft Air Cushion |
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Term
| How many LCACs can MKI fit in the welldeck? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are the yellow/black vertical lines painted on the welldeck for? |
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Definition
| To align LCACs in their parking spots. |
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Term
| How much water must be in the welldeck to initiate LCAC operations? |
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Definition
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Term
|
Definition
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Term
| How many LCUs can MKI fit in the welldeck? |
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Definition
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Term
| How much water must be in the welldeck for LCU operations? |
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Definition
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Term
| Name the color code of the T-Bitts on the wing walls in the welldeck from AFT to FWD. |
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Definition
| RED, WHITE, BLUE, YELLOW, GREEN. ["Ready When Boss Yells 'GO!"] |
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Term
| Quantity and type of lines used to stabilize the LCU in the welldeck? |
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Definition
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Term
| What line do we use as a breaking line and what is its size? |
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Definition
| Lines #2 & #4 on each side; 5". |
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Term
|
Definition
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Term
| Which LCMs do we have in service? |
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Definition
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Term
| How many LCM 6s can MKI fit? LCM 8s? |
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Definition
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Term
| What does LARC stand for? |
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Definition
| Lighter Amphibious Resupply Cargo. |
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Term
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Definition
| Amphibious Assault Vehicle. |
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Term
| Name the personnel on the bridge team. |
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Definition
-OOD
-Conning officer
-Helmsman
-Lee Helmsman
-FWD lookout
-AFT lookout
-QMOW
-BMOW |
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Term
| At least 6 short blasts of the ship's whistle indicates what? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are the colors of the PORT and STBD running lights? |
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Definition
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Term
| What does the day shape Ball-Diamond-Ball signify? |
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Definition
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Term
| What color is restricted maneuvering at night? |
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Definition
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Term
| Duties and responsibilities of the Operations Officer? |
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Definition
| CDR Kelly: Responsible to the CO for all facets of Ops Department. |
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Term
| Duties and responsibilities of the Communications Officer? |
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Definition
| CWO2 Knauff: Responsible for all external comms. |
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Term
| Duties of the shipping officer? |
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Definition
| Responsible for the close-in surface picture while close to shore; manned during sea & anchor. (CONSOLE) |
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Term
| Duties of the piloting officer? |
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Definition
| Assists the bridge in navigation; manned during sea & anchor. (MAP) |
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Term
| What information is contained in an OPORDER? |
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Definition
| Orders sent from Big Navy to the command stating that we are ordered to complete a mission. |
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Term
| What information is contained in an OPLAN? |
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Definition
| The plan formulated by the command to execute the order. |
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Term
| What information is contained in an OPTASK? |
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Definition
| Our statement of the plan's execution. |
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Term
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Definition
| Tactical Data System. Overall theatre, what is going on around us. |
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Term
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Definition
Identify Friend or Foe.
- Crystal-loaded
-Changed every 2 days
-4 modes
-Mode #4 is the most positive identification |
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Term
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Definition
| Tactical Air Navigation. Provides course guidance to/from the transmitting station. |
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Term
| What is the function of the gyro repeater? |
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Definition
| To show bearing and true North; defines our course. |
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Term
| What is DDRT and its purpose? |
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Definition
| Digital Dead Reckoning Tracer. Displays tracking from the ship. |
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Term
| What factors affect radar operation? |
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Definition
-atmospheric conditions
-sea return
-weather
-height of antenna/target |
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Term
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Definition
| Emission control; the reduction of signal throughout the frequency spectrum. |
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Term
| Define electronic support. |
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Definition
| (ES) Detecting radar signals. |
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Term
| Define electronic attack. |
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Definition
| (EA) Jamming an emitted radar signal. |
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Term
| Define electronic protect. |
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Definition
| (EP) Countermeasure; jamming the signal of a party who is jamming your signal. |
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Term
| What are the 3 type of special operations? |
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Definition
-Maritime Interdiction Ops (MIO): enforcing UN sanctions.
-Non-combatant Evacuation Ops (NEO): rescuing US citizens from hostile areas.
-Search & Rescue (SAR): person in the water (MOB). |
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Term
| Name at least 6 platforms. |
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Definition
-CV/CVN
-CG
-DD
-DDG
-FFG
-LCC
-LHA
-LHD
-LPD
-LPH
-LSD
-MCS
-MCM |
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Term
| What is the primary mission of the AV-8 Harrier? |
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Definition
| Light attack, close-air support. |
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Term
| What are 5 methods of visual communication? |
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Definition
-flags/pennants/day shapes
-flares/pyro
-infrared
-semaphore
-flashing light |
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Term
| What is the day shape for a vessel at anchor? |
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Definition
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|
Term
| What is the day shape for a vessel not under command? |
|
Definition
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|
Term
| What is the day shape for restricted maneuvering? |
|
Definition
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|
Term
| What is the day shape for a vessel aground? |
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Definition
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Term
| What flag is flown for refueling or ammo handling? |
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Definition
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|
Term
| What flag is flown for divers? |
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Definition
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Term
| What flag is flown for aloft or over-the-side? |
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Definition
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Term
| What flag is flown during HERO? |
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Definition
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Term
| What flag is flown during MOB? |
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Definition
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Term
| How much time do we have to acknowledge/process a Flash (Z) message? |
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Definition
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Term
| How much time do we have to acknowledge/process an Immediate (O) message? |
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Definition
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Term
| How much time do we have to acknowledge/process a Priority (P) message? |
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Definition
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|
Term
| How much time do we have to acknowledge/process a Routine (R) message? |
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Definition
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Term
|
Definition
| Essential Elements of Friendly Information. Identification of specific information which, if revealed or correlated w/ other info, would degrade security of military ops or missions in the applicable area. |
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Term
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Definition
| Alerts circuit operators that an unauthorized disclosure had occurred; the only proper response is "roger out" and to leave the circuit. |
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Term
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Definition
| Alerts net operators that a possible intruder is on the net. |
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Term
| Discuss the purpose of Communications Security (COMSEC). |
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Definition
| Designed to keep unauthorized persons from obtaining any info of value relating to national security. |
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Term
Discuss the purpose of the information contained in the following Casualty Reports:
-CASREP
-CASUP
-CASCOR
-CASCAN |
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Definition
-CASREP: Lets Big Navy know that something is broken.
-CASUP: Update.
-CASCOR: Correction.
-CASCAN: Cancellation. |
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Term
| What is the purpose of a Logistics Request (LOGREQ)? |
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Definition
| To make known the requirements of the ship during an in-port period. |
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Term
| What is the purpose of a Movement Report (MOVREP)? |
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Definition
| To assist Big Navy in tracking all vessels for operational/emergency use; submitted every 12 hrs. via message traffic. |
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Term
| List the 8 training teams. |
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Definition
-Combat Systems
-Damage Control
-Engineering
-Anti-terrorism
-Medical
-Seamanship
-Integrated
-Aviation |
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Term
| Function and capability of the SPS-48 radar? |
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Definition
-Long range, max. 220 nm.
-3-D
-primary air search |
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Term
| Function and capability of the SPS-49 radar? |
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Definition
-long range, max. 256 nm.
-2-D
-secondary air search |
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Term
| Function and capability of the SPS-67 radar? |
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Definition
-max. range 100 nm.
-2-D
-primary surface search
-secondary navigation |
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Term
| Function and capability of the SPN-43 radar? |
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Definition
-max. range 50 nm (360 degree coverage)
-primary air traffic control (air marshaling) |
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Term
| Function and capability of the SPS-73 radar? |
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Definition
-short range, max. 64 nm.
-2-D
-primary navigation
-secondary surface |
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Term
| Function and capability of the AN/SPQ-9B radar? |
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Definition
("Spook-9")
-dual-faced; max. range 80 nm for air, 20 nm for surface
-surface surveillance & tracking radar. |
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|
Term
| Capability of the SPA-25? |
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Definition
| Radar repeater; (x5) onboard: (x2) in CIC, (x2) on the bridge, & (x1) in METOC. |
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Term
| Capability of the UYQ-70 (SSDS) displays? |
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Definition
| (x11) auto detection and engagement sequencing by use of ID & engagement doctrine statement. |
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|
Term
| Capability of the ASTABS? |
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Definition
| (Automated Status Boards)/LSD (Large Surface Display). Updates inputs entered from SSDS. |
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|
Term
| Capability of the KSQ-1 (AADS)? |
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Definition
| Amphibious Assault Direction System. Monitors movement of boats & troops. |
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Term
|
Definition
| Global Command Control System-Maritime. Gives near-real-time fused picture of the battle space. |
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Term
| Duties and responsibilities of the TAO? |
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Definition
| Tactical Action Officer. Has weapons release authority. |
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Term
| Duties and responsibilities of the ADWC? |
|
Definition
| Air Defense Weapons Coordinator. Responsible under the TAO for the defense of ownship from air & surface threats. |
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|
Term
| Duties and responsibilities of the CICWO? |
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Definition
| Combat Information Center Watch Officer. Supervises the development of the battle group & ship's surface/subsurface picture. |
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|
Term
| Duties and responsibilities of the CICWS? |
|
Definition
| CIC Watch Supervisor. Assists the CICWO. |
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|
Term
| Duties and responsibilities of the EWS? |
|
Definition
| Electronic Warfare Supervisor. Responsible for ship's tactical & strategic EW ops. |
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|
Term
| Duties and responsibilities of the IDO? |
|
Definition
| Identification Officer. Implements & administers the command ID policy &, if so designated, force ID policy. |
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|
Term
| Duties and responsibilities of the SENSUP? |
|
Definition
| Sensor Supervisor. Monitors and controls ownship's sensors. |
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|
Term
| Duties and responsibilities of the TIC? |
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Definition
| Tactical Information Coordinator. Responsible for LINK & developing/maintaining a coherent tactical picture on ownship(s). |
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Term
| What are the data links onboard? |
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Definition
-LINK 4a (DOLLY)
-LINK 11 (ALLIGATOR)
-LINK 16 (TIMBER)
-CEC (SPIDER) |
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Term
| What is the purpose of JIC? |
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Definition
| To disseminate SCI information to the war fighters. |
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Term
| Discuss the applicability of C4I to the ARG? |
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Definition
| (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Information) Information warfare & intel-gathering assets. |
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Term
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| Breath of the hull: 106'. |
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Term
|
Definition
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Term
|
Definition
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Term
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| 1150 navy, approx. 2000 marines. |
|
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Term
| State the 4 warfare areas that utilize naval missile systems. |
|
Definition
-air warfare
-undersea warfare
-surface warfare
-strike warfare |
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|
Term
| State the purpose of fire control. |
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Definition
| To control weapon fire to ensure maximum kill probability. |
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Term
| What is the difference between 2-D and 3-D radars? |
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Definition
-2-D: range & bearing
-3-D: range, bearing, & altitude |
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Term
|
Definition
| Command, control, communications, & computers. |
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Term
| Explain Detect to Engage. |
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Definition
-Detect hostile targets.
-Report range & bearing to the TAO.
-Weapons release.
-Weapons coordinator designated target to the weapons delivery system
-Destroy the target. |
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Term
|
Definition
| Command & control warfare. Direction of forces & weapons to achieve a mission/goal; to put warheads on foreheads. |
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Term
|
Definition
| Naval Surface Fire Support. Gun fire support for troops landing or conducting operations on the beach. |
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Term
|
Definition
| High subsonic, anti-ship, tactical surface-to-surface cruise missile. |
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Term
|
Definition
| Guidance is by terrain matching & inertial navigation. |
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|
Term
| What is a vertically-launched ASROC? |
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Definition
|
|
Term
| What is a standard missile? |
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Definition
| Medium range/extended range SM-2. Anti-ship. |
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Term
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Name the self-defense weapons systems. |
|
Definition
-NATO Sea Sparrow
-basic point defense missile system
-MK 31 RAM
-MK 15 CIWS |
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Term
|
Definition
| Radio detection & ranging. |
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|
Term
|
Definition
| Sound navigation & ranging. |
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|
Term
| State the 2 warfare area that utilize naval gun systems. |
|
Definition
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|
Term
| State the purpose of the Combat Stand Operational Sequencing System (CSOSS). |
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Definition
| To provide detailed step-by-step plans for accomplishing functions. |
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Term
| Duties and responsibilities of the Combat Systems Readiness Officer? |
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Definition
| To ensure maintenance is being performs on all systems to maintain peak readiness. |
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Term
| Duties and responsibilities of the Combat Systems Officer of the Watch? |
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Definition
| CSOOW. To ensure that all personnel are performing their duties. |
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Term
| Duties and responsibilities of the area supervisor? |
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Definition
| Responsible for the personnel performing the watches of that specific area. |
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Term
| What is the purpose of torpedo countermeasure systems? |
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Definition
| To decoy torpedoes fired at the ship. |
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Term
| What is the difference between active and passive sonars? |
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Definition
| Active pings; passive only listens. |
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Term
| What are the safety precautions for entering a magazine? |
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Definition
| Remove all spark-producing items. |
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Term
|
Definition
| When a round is caught in the weapon. |
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Term
|
Definition
| When the weapon does not fire. |
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Term
|
Definition
| A gun that fires >300 rounds in under 5 mins. |
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|
Term
| What is the train warning circle? |
|
Definition
| The circle painted outside the radius of the gun for safety. |
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Term
| What is the purpose of the ship's gyro as it relates to weapon systems? |
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Definition
| It tracks a target and remains constant. |
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Term
|
Definition
| High-explosive point detonation. Detonates on contact. |
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Term
|
Definition
| High-explosive variable time. Set to detonate @ a preset time. |
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Term
|
Definition
| High-explosive mechanical time, point detonating. |
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Term
|
Definition
| Used for training against air targets. |
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Term
|
Definition
| Blind loaded & plugged. Filled w/ sand for practice. |
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Term
|
Definition
| High-explosive infrared. Has a heat sensor that attracts it to a target. |
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Term
|
Definition
| White phosphorus. Starts a fire. |
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Term
|
Definition
| High-explosive controlled variable time. Anti-air round. |
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Term
Discuss the following components of a weapon system:
-detection
-direction
-delivery
-destruction |
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Definition
-Detection: identifying a target.
-Direction: aiming the weapon.
-Delivery: firing of a round.
-Destruction: detonation of a round. |
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Term
| What is the purpose of HERO? |
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Definition
| Hazards of Electromagnetic Radiation of Ordnance. To reduce the amount of frequencies being used as they may detonate a round. |
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Term
| State the 2 primary gun weapon systems found on Navy surface combatants. |
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Definition
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|
Term
| What is the purpose of the electronic cooling system? |
|
Definition
| To keep systems within operating temperature. |
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|
Term
| Discuss the color coding for ammo. |
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Definition
-Brown: live rocket motor
-Yellow: high-explosive warhead
-Blue: training/dummy/telemetry |
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|
Term
| What is the purpose of CEC? |
|
Definition
| Cooperative Engagement Capability. To share real-time track information with other ships. |
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|
Term
| What is the purpose of the underwater log? |
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Definition
| (WQN-2) To measure/indicate the speed of the ship through the water & distance traveled. |
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Term
| What is the function and location of the Doppler Sonar Velocity Log (DSVL)? |
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Definition
| To provide an alternating current signal proportional to the ship's speed; located in the underwater log trunk (7-44.5-1-T). |
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Term
| What is the function and location of the Indicator Transmitter? |
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Definition
| To display the ship's speed on a dial & distance on a counter; located in FWD IC (5-47-0-C). |
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Term
| What is the function and location of the sea valve? |
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Definition
| To provide a watertight support for the ship when the rodmeter is removed; mounted to the hull of the ship (7-44.5-2-T) |
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Term
| What is the function and location of the gyrocompass? |
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Definition
| To provide ship's heading, roll, & pitch velocity to navigation & fire control systems; to provide an output of the ship's geographical position. Master is located in AFT IC (5-77-0-C); Auxiliary is located in FWD IC (5-47-0-C). |
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|
Term
| What is the purpose of the Synchro Signal Amplifier? |
|
Definition
| To provide an output signal (heading, pitch, & roll) to multiple end users. |
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Term
| What is the purpose of 23TV (SCCTV) Secure Briefing Closed Circuit Television? |
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| Means of presenting secure briefings & plotting board information; control eqpt. is located in JIC. |
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| What is the purpose of 27TV (IVDS) Integrated Video Distribution System? |
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| To generate, transmit, receive, distribute, edit, record, & display unclassified surveillance information, entertainment, & training video/audio. |
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| What is the purpose of AN/RC-55(V) (HYDRA) Hierarchical Yet Reprogrammable Architecture? |
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| To provide wire-free mobile communication shipwide. |
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| Flight deck: green shirt? |
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| Combat Photo / maintenance technicians (AIMD). |
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| Flight deck: yellow shirt? |
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| Landing signal enlisted (flight deck); directors (flight deck/hangar bay). |
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| Flight deck: purple shirt? |
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| Flight deck: white shirt? |
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| Launching signal officer / Combat Cargo. |
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| Flight deck: white shirt w/ green cross? |
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| Flight deck: white shirt w/ red cross? |
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| Flight deck: brown shirt? |
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| Flight deck: red shirt w/ black stripe? |
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| Duties and responsibilities of the Air Boss? |
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Definition
| CDR Danko; responsible for supervision & direction of the launching, handling, & servicing of aircraft. |
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| Duties and responsibilities of the Mini-Boss? |
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Definition
| LCDR Schnaible; aids the Air Boss. |
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| Duties and responsibilities of the Aircraft Handler? |
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Definition
| LT Hendricks; in charge of the movement of all aircraft & associated components. |
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Term
| What is the purpose of the A/S32A-36 (AACC) Amphibious Assault Crash Crane? |
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Definition
| To remove damaged or disabled aircraft aboard LHD-class ships; max. lifting capacity is 70000 lbs. |
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| What does the flight deck status condition "red deck" signify? |
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| Not ready to receive/launch aircraft. |
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| What does the flight deck status condition "amber deck" signify? |
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| What does the flight deck status condition "green deck" signify? |
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| What is the purpose of the Foreign Object Damage (FOD) Walkdown? |
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Definition
| To check the area for anything that could cause damage to aircraft & components. |
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Term
| What is the purpose of the Vertical Short Take-Off & Landing (V/STOL)? |
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Definition
| To light the tramline during IFR or night ops (white light); AV-8s can do V/STOL. |
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Term
| What is the purpose of the Crash & Salvage Team? |
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Definition
| To rescue air crew from crashed craft on the flight deck & fight fires; to salvage aircraft if possible. |
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Term
| What is the purpose of the P-25 Fire Fighting Truck? |
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Definition
To fight fires w/ dual capability: light-water AFFF system & PKP.
-750 gal. of water
-60 gal. of AFFF
-(x3) 20lb. bottles of Halon |
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| 2"x72" alternating red & white line that separates the safe parking area from the launching area. |
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| 12"x6" alternating markings used to mark the area where stanchions & wire will raise out of the deck. |
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| What are the elevator lines? |
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Definition
| 12"x6" alternating red & white markings that aid safeties in identifying the actual location of the deck edge. |
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| What is the purpose of the HDC? |
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Definition
| Helicopter Direction Center. Controls ask aircraft movement from 5-50 mi. from the ship. |
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| Purpose of the Meteorological Center? |
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| METOC. Provides weather info & it's effect on aircraft operations. |
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| Methods of aircraft refueling? |
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Definition
-cold: w/engine not running
-hot: w/engine running |
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Term
| Type & quantity of high frequency (HF) transmitters? |
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Definition
(x27) URC-109 exciters
(2MHz-29.99MHz) |
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| Type & quantity of HF receivers? |
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Definition
(x34) URC-109s
(10kHz-29.99MHz) |
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| Type & quantity of HF antennas? |
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Definition
-(x4) AS-3606 AVKs
-(x2) AS-2537 35' Whips
-(x1) AS-3773 Twin Whips
-(x1) AS-3871 Fan Wire |
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| Type & quantity of very high frequency (VHF) transceivers? |
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-(x16) AN/SRC-54C SINCGARS (single channel ground to airborne radio system)
-(x6) AN/ARC-210 |
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| Type and quantity of VHF antennas? |
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| What are the 3 major classes of warships that existed at the inception of the Navy? |
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-Ships of the line: battleships of the sailing days; 64-100 guns.
-Frigates: cruisers of the 18th Century; 28-44 guns.
-Sloops of war: small; 10-20 guns. |
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| What is the oldest commissioned Navy vessel? |
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| What is the Navy's birthday? |
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| What is the first Navy ship named after an enlisted man? |
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| USS Osmond Ingram, DD 255 (1st man KIA in WW2). |
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Term
| Discuss the Voyage of the Great White Fleet. |
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Definition
| Fleet left Hampton Roads, VA for a round-the-world cruise to show the flag; demonstrated the strength of the Navy. 16DEC1907-1909. |
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| Discuss the attack on Pearl Harbor. |
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Definition
| Surprise Japanese military attack at Pearl Harbor, HI that brought the US into WW2. 7DEC1941. |
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| Discuss the Battle of Coral Sea. |
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Definition
| Thanks to the breaking of Japanese naval code, the US was alerted to a large force moving to seize Port Morseby (SW coast of New Guinea); world's first carrier-carrier battle, aircraft passed each other unseen in the clouds. 7-8MAY1942 |
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| Discuss the Battle of Leyte Gulf. |
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Definition
| Final blow to the Japanese Navy. 23OCT1944. |
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| Discuss the Battle of Guadalcanal. |
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Definition
-USMC was able to secure Guadalcanal when Japanese navy retreated after 3 days of fighting.
-Sullivan Brothers; the 5 Sullivan Bros. (Waterloo, IA) all served and died on the Juneau along w/ 700 others. Navy policy concerning family member separations were reinstated.
-13-15NOV1942. |
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| Discuss the Attack of USS Stark. |
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Definition
| Iraqi missile attack in 1987 in the Gulf of Aden; 37 people killed. |
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| Discuss the Attack of USS Cole. |
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Definition
| Small boat w/ explosives detonated alongside in Yemen on 12OCT2000. |
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| Discuss the Battle of Normandy. |
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| Invasion of Normandy; largest amphibious operation in history. 6JUN1944. |
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| Discuss the Battle of Midway. |
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Definition
| Turning point in the Pacific War; breaking of Japanese naval code was once again a key element as it was in the Battle of Coral Sea. 3-5JUN1942. |
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Term
| Discuss the colors of the ship's crest. |
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Definition
-Dark blue: the sea, the theater of Naval operations.
-Gold: excellence
-Scarlet: USMC |
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| Discuss the shield in the ship's crest. |
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Definition
-Shape and thickness: symbolize MKI and honors the 30 Raiders who sacrificed.
-5 stars: commemorate the 5 battle stars awarded to MKI (CVE-93) during WW2.
-Raider crest: Marine Raider Companies A & B, 2nd Raider Battalion.
-Trident: contributions made by the 2nd Raider Battalion & CVE-93, and future contributions LHD-8 & its ESG. |
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| Discuss the Ship's Crest. |
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Definition
-Blue star: honors SSGT Thomason, 1st enlisted Marine to be awarded the Medal of Honor in WW2.
-Phoenix: transformation and new beginnings.
-Flames/lightning bolts: rebirth of amphibious capital ships w/ gas turbines, electric drive, and all--electric auxiliaries. |
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