OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT COMMON CORE

Question 1

PRIMARY mission of Combat Direction Center (CDC)

Answer 1

Gather, process, display, evaluate, and disseminate pertinent information

Question 2

SECONDARY mission of Combat Direction Center (CDC)

Answer 2

Control and assist

Question 3

What are the 8 watch stations in Combat Direction Center:

Answer 3

Tactical Action Officer
Combat Direction Center Watch Officer
Air Defense Weapons Coordinator
Tactical Information Coordinator
Air Intercept Controller
Auto Track Manager
Identification Operator
Strike Controller

Question 4

TAO:

Answer 4

Tactical Action Officer- uses all available means necessary to defend the ship.

Question 5

CDCWO

Answer 5

Combat Direction Center Watch Officer: assists the TAO by coordinating with Tactical Operations Plot and Sea Combat.

Question 6

ADWC

Answer 6

Air Defense Weapons Coordinator: Responsible to TAO for all air contacts

Question 7

TIC

Answer 7

Tactical Information Coordinator: Responsible for the tactical picture using data links and CEC

Question 8

AIC

Answer 8

Air Intercept Controller: An AIC ensures safety of flight for the aircraft under their control.

Question 9

ATM

Answer 9

Auto Track Manager: Responsible for manipulating radar sensors.

Question 10

IDOP

Answer 10

Identification Operator: Identifies all air contacts using IFF and ID Doctrine.

Question 11

Strike Controller

Answer 11

Ensures safety of air operations