C&C and Joint Ops

Question 1

Define Command and Control, and discuss the following

Answer 1

Command and control (C2): Exercise of authority and direction by commander over forces to accomplish mission

Question 2

OPCON

Answer 2

over all aspects of military operations and joint training necessary to accomplish the mission

Question 3

TACON

Answer 3

Tactical Control (TACON): authority for controlling and directing the application of force or tactical use of combat support assets within the assigned mission. TACON is inherent in OPCON.

Question 4

ADCON

Answer 4

Administrative Control (ADCON): organization of service forces, control of resources and equipment, personnel management, unit logistics, individual or unit training, readiness, mobilization, demobilization, discipline, and other matters not included in operational missions

Question 5

Coordinating Authority

Answer 5

Coordinating Authority: coordinates specific functions or activities involving forces of two or more military departments. This authority is a consultation relationship, not a command one.

Question 6

DIRLAUTH

Answer 6

Direct liaison authority (DIRLAUTH): consult or coordinate with a command or agency

Question 7

Discuss COC under Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS)

Answer 7