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NONRESIDENT TRAINING COURSE July 1996 Signalman 1 & C NAVEDTRA 14243 NOTICE Pages 5-2, 5-3, 7-10, 8-16, 9-13, 9-14, 9-16, 9-17, 9-18, 9-23, 9-24, 9-25, 9-26, 9-27, 9-28, 9-29, 9-30, 10-5, 10-7, 10-8, 10-19, 10-20, 10-22, 12-11, 12-12, 12-14, and 12-15, must be printed on a COLOR printer. DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A: Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited. Although the words “he,” “him,” and “his” are used sparingly in this course to enhance communication, they are not intended to be gender driven or to affront or discriminate against anyone. DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A: Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited. COMMANDING OFFICER NETPDTC 6490 SAUFLEY FIELD ROAD PENSACOLA FL 32509-5237 2 NOV 98 ERRATA #2 Specific Instructions and Errata for Training Manual SIGNALMAN 1. No attempt has been made to issue corrections for errors in typing, punctuation, etc. 2. Textbook, SIGNALMAN Make the following changes: a. Page 3-2, last paragraph in left column, CHANGE “abbreviated codress” to “abbreviated plaindress.” b. Page 3-2, Figure 3-1, right column, ADD “FM... Originator’s Sign.” c. Page 6-7, left column, transmission example, in Station A Transmits, CHANGE “AR” to “KFLN AR” in 3rd line. In Station B Transmits, Delete 2nd KFLN in 2nd line. d. Page 6-10, left column, commonly used signals, ADD “Z *I require a tug.” e. Page 8-3, left column, paragraph 5, DELETE last sentence, “You will learn more about how to solve maneuvering board problems in Signalman, volumn II.” f. Page 12-14, Figure 12-9, last row of flags, 2nd pair, CHANGE the white flag to a blue flag with two vertical strips. g. Page 13-22, right column, Sequence of Uprights, CHANGE “H” to “G” for gantry. h. Throughout SIGNALMAN, NAVEDTRA 12104-A, CHANGE: "ACP 129" or "ACP 168", to "ACP 130" (books were combined) "NWP 4" to "NWP 6-01" "NWP 14" to "NWP 4-01.4" "NWP 22-3” to "NWP 3-02.1" COMMANDING OFFICER NETPDTC 6490 SAUFLEY FIELD ROAD PENSACOLA FL 32509-5237 2 NOV 98 ERRATA #3 Specific Instructions and Errata for Nonresident Training Course SIGNALMAN 1 & C 1. No attempt has been made to issue corrections for errors in typing, punctuation, etc. 2. To receive credit for deleted questions, show this errata to your local course administrator (ESO/scorer). The local course administrator is directed to correct the course and the answer key by indicating the question(s) deleted. 3. Assignment booklet, SIGNALMAN 1 & C Make the following changes: a. Page 1, Textbook Assignment, CHANGE chapters "1 through 4, pages 1-1 through 4-46” to "2 through 4, pages 2-1 through 4-7.” b. Page 7, Textbook Assignment, CHANGE pages "4-30 through 7-20" to pages "4-7 through 7-6.” c. Page 13, Textbook Assignment, CHANGE pages “7-21 through 9-50” to pages “7-7 through 9-32.” d. Page 19, Textbook Assignment, CHANGE page “13-6” to “14-4.” e. Page 21, right hand column, text above question 4-35, CHANGE “4-50” to “4- 47.” f. CHANGE "ACP 129" to "ACP 130" in the following items: 2-12 2-16 3-2 3-6 3-14 3-17 4-62 NOTE: "ACP 129" and "ACP 168" have been combined and are now published as "ACP 130." g. Items 2-16 and 4-68 CHANGE "NWP 4" to "NWP 6-01". h. Item 4-35, CHANGE "NWP 22-3” to "NWP 3-02.1." 4. Delete the following questions: 1-45 1-59 1-71 1-73 4-72 PREFACE By enrolling in this self-study course, you have demonstrated a desire to improve yourself and the Navy. Remember, however, this self-study course is only one part of the total Navy training program. Practical experience, schools, selected reading, and your desire to succeed are also necessary to successfully round out a fully meaningful training program. COURSE OVERVIEW: In completing this nonresident training course, you will demonstrate a knowledge of the subject matter by correctly answering questions on the following subjects: visual communications; signaling equipment; allied communications; honors and ceremonies; convoy communications; allied flaghoist procedures; international signaling; aircraft and ship identification; security and watchstanding duties. THE COURSE: This self-study course is organized into subject matter areas, each containing learning objectives to help you determine what you should learn along with text and illustrations to help you understand the information. The subject matter reflects day-to-day requirements and experiences of personnel in the rating or skill area. It also reflects guidance provided by Enlisted Community Managers (ECMs) and other senior personnel, technical references, instructions, etc., and either the occupational or naval standards, which are listed in the Manual of Navy Enlisted Manpower Personnel Classifications and Occupational Standards, NAVPERS 18068. THE QUESTIONS: The questions that appear in this course are designed to help you understand the material in the text. VALUE: In completing this course, you will improve your military and professional knowledge. Importantly, it can also help you study for the Navy-wide advancement in rate examination. If you are studying and discover a reference in the text to another publication for further information, look it up. 1996 Edition Prepared by SMC(SW) Robert L. Kimmey Reviewed by SMC(SW) Andrew L. Cmehil Published by NAVAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND TECHNOLOGY CENTER NAVSUP Logistics Tracking Number 0504-LP-026-8790 i Sailor’s Creed “I am a United States Sailor. I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States of America and I will obey the orders of those appointed over me. I represent the fighting spirit of the Navy and those who have gone before me to defend freedom and democracy around the world. I proudly serve my country’s Navy combat team with honor, courage and commitment. I am committed to excellence and the fair treatment of all.” ii CONTENTS CHAPTER PAGE 1. Introduction to Visual Communications ...............l-l 2. Signal Equipment .......................... 2-1 3. Messages .............................. 3-1 4. Allied Communications Procedures ................ 4-1 5. Allied Flaghoist Procedures ......................5-l 6. International Signaling ........................ 6-1 7. Convoy Communications ....................... 7-1 8. Watchstanding Duties ......................... 8-1 9. Navigational Duties .......................... 9-1 10. Honors and Ceremonies ....................... 10-l 11. Security ............................... 11-l 12. Amphibious Duties ......................... 12-1 13. Aircraft and Ship Identification ................... 13-1 14. Technical Administration ...................... 14-1 APPENDIX I. Glossary ............................... AI-l II. Flashing Light and Semaphore Drills ............... AII-1 III. References Used to Develop the TRAMAN ........... AIII-1 INDEX .................................. INDEX-1 iii INSTRUCTIONS FOR TAKING THE COURSE ASSIGNMENTS assignments. To submit your assignment answers via the Internet, go to: The text pages that you are to study are listed at the beginning of each assignment. Study these http://courses.cnet.navy.mil pages carefully before attempting to answer the questions. Pay close attention to tables and Grading by Mail: When you submit answer illustrations and read the learning objectives. sheets by mail, send all of your assignments at The learning objectives state what you should be one time. Do NOT submit individual answer able to do after studying the material. Answering sheets for grading. Mail all of your assignments the questions correctly helps you accomplish the in an envelope, which you either provide objectives. yourself or obtain from your nearest Educational Services Officer (ESO). Submit answer sheets SELECTING YOUR ANSWERS to: Read each question carefully, then select the COMMANDING OFFICER BEST answer. You may refer freely to the text. NETPDTC N331 The answers must be the result of your own 6490 SAUFLEY FIELD ROAD work and decisions. You are prohibited from PENSACOLA FL 32559-5000 referring to or copying the answers of others and from giving answers to anyone else taking the Answer Sheets: All courses include one course. “scannable” answer sheet for each assignment. These answer sheets are preprinted with your SUBMITTING YOUR ASSIGNMENTS SSN, name, assignment number, and course number. Explanations for completing the answer To have your assignments graded, you must be sheets are on the answer sheet. enrolled in the course with the Nonresident Training Course Administration Branch at the Do not use answer sheet reproductions: Use Naval Education and Training Professional only the original answer sheets that we Development and Technology Center provide—reproductions will not work with our (NETPDTC). Following enrollment, there are scanning equipment and cannot be processed. two ways of having your assignments graded: (1) use the Internet to submit your assignments Follow the instructions for marking your as you complete them, or (2) send all the answers on the answer sheet. Be sure that blocks assignments at one time by mail to NETPDTC. 1, 2, and 3 are filled in correctly. This information is necessary for your course to be Grading on the Internet: Advantages to properly processed and for you to receive credit Internet grading are: for your work. • you may submit your answers as soon as COMPLETION TIME you complete an assignment, and • you get your results faster; usually by the Courses must be completed within 12 months next working day (approximately 24 hours). from the date of enrollment. This includes time required to resubmit failed assignments. In addition to receiving grade results for each assignment, you will receive course completion confirmation once you have completed all the iv PASS/FAIL ASSIGNMENT PROCEDURES For subject matter questions: If your overall course score is 3.2 or higher, you E-mail: [email protected] will pass the course and will not be required to Phone: Comm: (850) 452-1001, Ext.
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