Third class midshipmen build on concepts learned in NS100. This course introduces terrestrial, celestial and electronic navigation. Fourth class midshipmen are introduced to the basic concepts of seamanship, shiphandling, coastal piloting and engineering. Midshipmen second class receive instruction in the development of modern maritime strategy as it relates to the current applications of the United States global and general maritime strategic doctrines.
Instruction includes multi-ship operations, basic warfare tactics and naval force tactical planning.
The application of basic warfare tactics will be accomplished in the fleet command tactical scenario laboratory. This elective course will provide an opportunity for Midshipmen to explore the present and future of warfare in the Information Age. Students will examine the impact of information technology on contemporary life and the transformation of warfare as a result of the Information Revolution. They will be introduced to the increasing use of information technology in warfare. In addition students will examine emerging and asymmetrical threats and the new vulnerabilities created by increasing dependence on information technology for war fighting.