Ship Construction & Control Damage Flashcards
The main body of the ship, including the interior framework, inside and outside plating, bulkheads, and deckhouses, is called the
Hull
The main structural member of a ship’s bottom that runs the length of the ship from stem to stern is referred to as the
Keel
Girders, attached to the keel and running athwartships and supporting the watertight skin or sheet plating which forms the sides and bottom of the ship, are the
Transverse Frame
The honeycomb structure between the inner and outer hulls of a ship which may be used for fuel and water stowage are called the
Bilges or tanks
All decks that are exposed to the elements (sea) are called
Weather Decks
Any deck above the main deck or forecastle deck is referred to as the
Superstructure Deck
The uppermost complete deck on an aircraft carrier is the
Flight Deck
A partial deck at the bow and above the main deck is referred to as a
Forecastle Deck
The decks that extend from side to side and from stem to stern on a standard ship are also named
Main Decks
Today where are the majority of large ships built?
Subassembly Bays
In ship construction what is the first operation?
Erecting the Keel
Who chooses the name of a Navy ship?
Secretary of the Navy
What is the purpose of damage control?
To prevent, contain, or correct damage aboard a ship
The Damage Control Assistant (DCA) is responsible for
training the damage control association
The damage control organization is made up of various repair parties stationed in all areas of the ship. Who is in charge of this organization?
Damage control Assistant
