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What does the term 'SEAMAN' refer to in the context of military ranks?
What does the term 'SEAMAN' refer to in the context of military ranks?
- White on Black Background (correct)
- Red Stripes on Black
- Green Stripes on Black or White Background
- Light Blue Stripes on Black
What does the term 'CONSTRUCTIONMAN' represent?
What does the term 'CONSTRUCTIONMAN' represent?
Light Blue Stripes on Black
Which term is represented by 'Red Stripes on Black'?
Which term is represented by 'Red Stripes on Black'?
FIREMAN
What does 'AIRMAN' refer to?
What does 'AIRMAN' refer to?
What is represented by 'HOSPITAL CORPSMAN'?
What is represented by 'HOSPITAL CORPSMAN'?
What is 'CLASS A SCHOOL' known for?
What is 'CLASS A SCHOOL' known for?
What is 'CLASS R SCHOOL' commonly referred to as?
What is 'CLASS R SCHOOL' commonly referred to as?
What does 'CLASS C' cover?
What does 'CLASS C' cover?
What is the purpose of 'CLASS E'?
What is the purpose of 'CLASS E'?
What is the purpose of 'CLASS F'?
What is the purpose of 'CLASS F'?
What does 'MA' stand for?
What does 'MA' stand for?
What is the abbreviation for 'Aviation Electrician's Mate'?
What is the abbreviation for 'Aviation Electrician's Mate'?
What does 'DC' represent?
What does 'DC' represent?
What is the meaning of 'EN'?
What is the meaning of 'EN'?
What does 'SO' stand for?
What does 'SO' stand for?
What is the abbreviation 'AB' used for?
What is the abbreviation 'AB' used for?
What does 'AO' represent?
What does 'AO' represent?
Who is the senior-most enlisted service member within a unit?
Who is the senior-most enlisted service member within a unit?
What are the responsibilities of a Chief Petty Officer?
What are the responsibilities of a Chief Petty Officer?
What color hat does a fuel handler wear?
What color hat does a fuel handler wear?
Who reports to the Division Chief Petty Officer?
Who reports to the Division Chief Petty Officer?
The Secretary of the Navy has authority over both the Navy and Marine Corps.
The Secretary of the Navy has authority over both the Navy and Marine Corps.
The CNO oversees the construction, outfitting, and repair of naval ships, equipment, and facilities.
The CNO oversees the construction, outfitting, and repair of naval ships, equipment, and facilities.
The President and the SecDef exercise authority, direction, and control of the Armed Forces through two distinct chains of Command and Control (C2).
The President and the SecDef exercise authority, direction, and control of the Armed Forces through two distinct chains of Command and Control (C2).
What is the mission of the Navy?
What is the mission of the Navy?
List the three components of the CNO's Focus of Efforts.
List the three components of the CNO's Focus of Efforts.
List the five regular attendees of the National Security Council (excluding the President).
List the five regular attendees of the National Security Council (excluding the President).
List the last five components of the Navy operational chain of command.
List the last five components of the Navy operational chain of command.
We are the United States Navy, our _____ . We are professional _____ and _____. Integrity is the foundation of our _____; respect for others is fundamental to our character; _____ leadership is crucial to our success.
We are the United States Navy, our _____ . We are professional _____ and _____. Integrity is the foundation of our _____; respect for others is fundamental to our character; _____ leadership is crucial to our success.
We are a team, disciplined and well prepared, committed to _____. We are patriots, forged by the Navy's core values of _____, Courage, and _____. We defend our _____ and prevail in the face of adversity with strength, _____, and dignity.
We are a team, disciplined and well prepared, committed to _____. We are patriots, forged by the Navy's core values of _____, Courage, and _____. We defend our _____ and prevail in the face of adversity with strength, _____, and dignity.
What are the following operational mission areas: BMD, IO, INT, MOB, SUW?
What are the following operational mission areas: BMD, IO, INT, MOB, SUW?
List three platforms of a CSG.
List three platforms of a CSG.
List the Navy Core Attributes.
List the Navy Core Attributes.
Who is the statutory military advisor to the National Security Council?
Who is the statutory military advisor to the National Security Council?
Select the National Security Strategy's four vital national interests.
Select the National Security Strategy's four vital national interests.
2/C not on weekends will attend Saturday Morning Quarters and 1200 Liberty Formations.
2/C not on weekends will attend Saturday Morning Quarters and 1200 Liberty Formations.
In King Hall, midshipmen shall request permission from the Squad Leader or most senior individual to join the mess if late or from a different Squad.
In King Hall, midshipmen shall request permission from the Squad Leader or most senior individual to join the mess if late or from a different Squad.
Midshipmen on duty may conduct workouts off the Yard so long as they sign out of the duty log.
Midshipmen on duty may conduct workouts off the Yard so long as they sign out of the duty log.
Midshipmen may run off the Yard only to and from the NSA, including the Brigade Sports Complex, O-Course, E-Course, and Golf Course.
Midshipmen may run off the Yard only to and from the NSA, including the Brigade Sports Complex, O-Course, E-Course, and Golf Course.
What are the town liberty hours for the 3/C?
What are the town liberty hours for the 3/C?
What are the uniform regulations for the 3/C?
What are the uniform regulations for the 3/C?
When may midshipmen conduct workouts at the O-Course or the E-Course?
When may midshipmen conduct workouts at the O-Course or the E-Course?
To be eligible for weekend liberty, what must midshipmen maintain?
To be eligible for weekend liberty, what must midshipmen maintain?
On Yard liberty, what can midshipmen NOT do?
On Yard liberty, what can midshipmen NOT do?
What is the USNA definition of hazing?
What is the USNA definition of hazing?
When may plebes consume alcohol?
When may plebes consume alcohol?
Which of the following is a required reading?
Which of the following is a required reading?
If a special request requires Commandant approval, how many days in advance should it be submitted?
If a special request requires Commandant approval, how many days in advance should it be submitted?
Which of the following are upper-class Midshipmen prohibited from doing?
Which of the following are upper-class Midshipmen prohibited from doing?
2/C Midshipmen may NOT do which of the following?
2/C Midshipmen may NOT do which of the following?
Midshipmen may, if female, be allowed to have a single perforation of each earlobe.
Midshipmen may, if female, be allowed to have a single perforation of each earlobe.
Congress established the midshipmen pay at 35% the base pay of an O-1 with fewer than two years of service.
Congress established the midshipmen pay at 35% the base pay of an O-1 with fewer than two years of service.
Midshipmen receive COMRATS at the daily ration rate when away from USNA.
Midshipmen receive COMRATS at the daily ration rate when away from USNA.
Midshipmen are authorized to contribute to any military charitable organization through allotments directly from their pay.
Midshipmen are authorized to contribute to any military charitable organization through allotments directly from their pay.
You are entitled to apply and receive scholarships your entire four years at USNA.
You are entitled to apply and receive scholarships your entire four years at USNA.
Describe a money market account.
Describe a money market account.
List the monthly pay for each class of midshipman: 4/C ___, 3/C ___, 2/C ___, 1/C ___.
List the monthly pay for each class of midshipman: 4/C ___, 3/C ___, 2/C ___, 1/C ___.
Describe interest and its different types.
Describe interest and its different types.
List and describe at least three good money habits.
List and describe at least three good money habits.
List and describe at least three bad money habits.
List and describe at least three bad money habits.
Describe IRAs and their different types.
Describe IRAs and their different types.
Describe how to monitor your Held Pay balance on your LES.
Describe how to monitor your Held Pay balance on your LES.
The three different credit agencies are _____, _____, and _____.
The three different credit agencies are _____, _____, and _____.
The U.S. Navy may use your _____ and _____ to determine the type of _____ you may obtain.
The U.S. Navy may use your _____ and _____ to determine the type of _____ you may obtain.
The career starter loan is offered by _____ and _____ and may range up to _____
The career starter loan is offered by _____ and _____ and may range up to _____
The Midshipmen Disbursing Officer is _____ and the Midshipmen Financial Advisor is _____.
The Midshipmen Disbursing Officer is _____ and the Midshipmen Financial Advisor is _____.
By when are midshipmen required to file their taxes?
By when are midshipmen required to file their taxes?
How often must you access your LES to avoid login issues?
How often must you access your LES to avoid login issues?
On what months is Held Pay typically released?
On what months is Held Pay typically released?
What is the location of the Disbursing Office?
What is the location of the Disbursing Office?
What is considered a fair credit score?
What is considered a fair credit score?
It is permissible to salute using the left hand if the right hand is injured or occupied for a military purpose.
It is permissible to salute using the left hand if the right hand is injured or occupied for a military purpose.
Personnel wearing the Medal of Honor are saluted no matter their rate or rank.
Personnel wearing the Medal of Honor are saluted no matter their rate or rank.
The commanding officer of any ship or station, no matter what his/her rank, is addressed as 'Captain.'
The commanding officer of any ship or station, no matter what his/her rank, is addressed as 'Captain.'
Senior enlisted Marines may be addressed by shortening their rank.
Senior enlisted Marines may be addressed by shortening their rank.
All military personnel must be covered if they are to salute.
All military personnel must be covered if they are to salute.
Describe the correct response to the Commanding Officer entering the bridge area and its main purpose.
Describe the correct response to the Commanding Officer entering the bridge area and its main purpose.
Describe where the national ensign is flown when a ship gets underway.
Describe where the national ensign is flown when a ship gets underway.
Describe the procedures for conducting evening colors when the flag is at half-mast.
Describe the procedures for conducting evening colors when the flag is at half-mast.
Describe the role of the Officer of the Deck (OOD).
Describe the role of the Officer of the Deck (OOD).
Describe the function of the quarterdeck when the ship is not underway.
Describe the function of the quarterdeck when the ship is not underway.
_____ is sounded precisely at 0800. While the colors are being _____ hoisted, the national anthem is played, _____ is played by bugle, or there is silence. On ships, the _____ pennant will be hauled to the dip.
_____ is sounded precisely at 0800. While the colors are being _____ hoisted, the national anthem is played, _____ is played by bugle, or there is silence. On ships, the _____ pennant will be hauled to the dip.
You should avoid _____ and _____ unless you are on official business. If your duties require you to enter any of these spaces, you should knock before entering and remove your _____. Watchstanders wearing a _____ or _____ remain covered.
You should avoid _____ and _____ unless you are on official business. If your duties require you to enter any of these spaces, you should knock before entering and remove your _____. Watchstanders wearing a _____ or _____ remain covered.
Ships at sea _____ observe either morning or evening colors, but ships in port observe both. Aboard ships, the _____ is also hoisted and taken down at the same time as the national ensign.
Ships at sea _____ observe either morning or evening colors, but ships in port observe both. Aboard ships, the _____ is also hoisted and taken down at the same time as the national ensign.
Who is Fleet Admiral Chester Nimitz?
Who is Fleet Admiral Chester Nimitz?
Who is Michelle Howard?
Who is Michelle Howard?
Who is Alan B. Shepherd?
Who is Alan B. Shepherd?
Who is Admiral James Bond Stockdale?
Who is Admiral James Bond Stockdale?
Who is Senator John McCain?
Who is Senator John McCain?
Who is Commander Erik S. Kristensen?
Who is Commander Erik S. Kristensen?
A rate is an occupational specialty in the Navy.
A rate is an occupational specialty in the Navy.
General ratings are occupations for all paygrades.
General ratings are occupations for all paygrades.
There are three categories of ratings: general, service, and emergency.
There are three categories of ratings: general, service, and emergency.
Provide an example rate for an NCO and a senior NCO.
Provide an example rate for an NCO and a senior NCO.
What paygrades comprise NCOs and what are these personnel called?
What paygrades comprise NCOs and what are these personnel called?
What paygrades comprise senior NCOs and what are these personnel called?
What paygrades comprise senior NCOs and what are these personnel called?
List the five NEC codes.
List the five NEC codes.
List three factors for advancement to E-4 through E-9.
List three factors for advancement to E-4 through E-9.
Describe the Quartermaster of the Watch (QMOW) using at least three key details.
Describe the Quartermaster of the Watch (QMOW) using at least three key details.
Study Notes
Liberty and Regulations for Midshipmen
- 2/C not on weekends attend Saturday Morning Quarters and 1200 Liberty Formations.
- Midshipmen can join the mess if late by requesting permission from the Squad Leader.
- Midshipmen on duty are prohibited from conducting workouts off the Yard.
- Town liberty hours for 3/C are: None on Friday, 1200-2359 on Saturday, and None on Sunday.
- Uniform regulations dictate that 3/C wear civilian attire on leave and blue and golds while on the yard.
Physical Activities and Performance Standards
- Workouts at the O-Course or E-Course are permissible between sunrise and sunset.
- Weekend liberty eligibility requires a CQPR and SQPR of 2.0 or better based on grades.
- On Yard liberty, visiting a sponsor's home on the Naval Academy complex is not allowed.
Hazing and Alcohol Consumption
- Hazing is defined as cruel or demeaning conduct by military members.
- Plebes may consume alcohol only if they are 21 or older during authorized leave status.
Financial Regulations and Education
- A special request requiring approval should be submitted at least 7 days in advance.
- Required reading includes The Plan of the Day.
- Monthly pay for midshipmen varies by class: 4/C $125, 3/C $225, 2/C $325, 1/C $500.
- Midshipmen can apply for scholarships throughout their four years at USNA.
Money Management Practices
- Good money habits include budgeting, saving 10% of income, and defining personal wealth.
- Bad money habits include living paycheck to paycheck, minimal credit card payments, and neglecting credit score checks.
Retirement Accounts and Financial Monitoring
- IRAs consist of Roth and Traditional plans for retirement savings.
- Leave and Earnings Statement (LES) allows monitoring of Held Pay, limited to $750 per period for 4/C.
Credit and Financial Agencies
- The three major credit agencies are Transunion, Experian, and Equifax.
- Fair credit score ranges from 630 to 689.
Duty and Authority in Military Protocol
- Saluting protocols include saluting with the left hand if the right hand is injured.
- Personnel wearing the Medal of Honor are saluted regardless of rank.
- "Captain is on the bridge" is the appropriate response when the commanding officer enters the bridge.
Colors and Ceremony Procedures
- National ensign is flown from sunrise to sunset while underway; 'Attention to Colors' ceremony involves raising and lowering of flags.
- Evening colors at half-mast require a clear series of calls and procedures to honor the flag and retreat.
Officer of the Deck (OOD) and Quarterdeck
- The OOD represents the Commanding Officer and ensures safe navigation.
- The quarterdeck serves as the primary entry and exit point on a ship when not underway, requiring ID checks.
Notable Alumni and Achievements
- Fleet Admiral Chester Nimitz (USNA class of 1905) served as commander in chief of the Pacific Fleet.
- Vice Admiral Michelle Howard (USNA class of 1982) was the first female 4-star admiral.
- Alan B. Shepard (USNA class of 1945) was the first American in space.
- Admiral James Bond Stockdale (USNA class of 1947) was a notable POW and Medal of Honor recipient.
Ratings and Enlisted Personnel
- NCOs are defined as personnel in paygrades E-4 to E-6, while senior NCOs fall between E-7 to E-9.
- Different classes of schools train personnel for specific skills; Class A for technical knowledge, Class R for boot camp, etc.
Miscellaneous Regulations
- The Secretary of the Navy oversees both the Navy and Marine Corps, providing leadership and structure.
- The color codes for various military personnel specialties include Seaman (white on black) and Fireman (red stripes on black).
These notes encapsulate key regulatory facts, notable alumni achievements, and financial guidance relevant to midshipmen at the US Naval Academy.### Navy Leadership and Command Structure
- The Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) does not oversee construction, outfitting, and repair of naval ships.
- The President and Secretary of Defense (SecDef) direct Armed Forces through separate chains of command.
Navy Mission and Focus Areas
- The mission of the Navy includes maintaining, training, and equipping combat-ready forces to win wars, deter aggression, and uphold maritime freedom.
- CNO's Focus of Efforts comprises Warfighting, Warfighters, and Future Navy.
National Security Council Composition
- Regular attendees of the National Security Council excluding the President:
- Vice President
- Secretary of State
- Secretary of Treasury
- Secretary of Defense
- Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs.
Naval Operational Chain of Command
- The last five components of the Navy operational chain of command include:
- National Command Authorities (NCA)
- Unified Combatant Commander
- Subordinate Component Commander
- Numbered Fleet Commander
- Task Force Commander and below (Task Group, Unit, Element Commanders).
Core Values and Team Ethos
- The United States Navy embodies teamwork, discipline, and preparedness.
- Core values include Honor, Courage, and Commitment; integrity is central to conduct, and decisive leadership is paramount.
Operational Mission Areas and Platforms
- Key operational mission areas are:
- Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD)
- Information Operations (IO)
- Intelligence (INT)
- Mobility (MOB)
- Surface Warfare (SUW).
- Three platforms of a Carrier Strike Group (CSG) include:
- Aircraft Carrier Nuclear (CVN)
- MH-60S Helicopter
- MH-60R Helicopter.
Navy Core Attributes
- Core attributes of the Navy:
- Integrity
- Initiative
- Accountability
- Strength.
National Security Strategy Interests
- The four vital national interests in the National Security Strategy are:
- Promote American Prosperity
- Protect the American People, the Homeland, and American way of life
- Advance American Influence
- Preserve Peace through Strength.
Military Advisory Role
- The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff serves as the statutory military advisor to the National Security Council.
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Test your knowledge about the regulations and guidelines for midshipmen, including liberty hours, physical activities, and restrictions on hazing and alcohol consumption. Understand the protocols that ensure discipline and performance standards at the Naval Academy.
