Signalman 3 & 2

416 Pages·017.99 MB·English

NONRESIDENT
TRAINING
COURSE

July1996
Signalman 3 & 2
NAVEDTRA 14244

DISTRIBUTIONSTATEMENTA: Approvedforpublicrelease;distributionisunlimited.
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 STATEMENTA: 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 3 & 2
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 book
Make the following changes:
a. Page 3, above question 1-26, after "TO" ADD "PROCEDURES
FOR MAKING PUB CORRECTIONS."
b. Page 6, question 1-59, in the question stem, after "...
what," ADD "should you do to correct the problem?"
c. Page 27, question 4-71, in the question stem, after "which
of the," ADD "following is correct?"
d. Page 37, question 6-25, column A. PROSIGN, DELETE the
overscore to AA.
e. Page 39, question 6-45, in alternative 2, DELETE
"reception" and ADD "see if addressees have hoisted the
correct signal."
f. Page 42, question 7-2, in alternative 2, DELETE "A" on
43354A.
ERRATA #3
Page 2
g. Page 60, question 9-52, in alternative 3, CHANGE "OTC" to
"SOPA."
h. Page 61, question 9-60, in the question stem between
"What" and "problem" ADD "should you do to correct this?"
i. Page 63, question 10-1, in the question stem, CHANGE "OTC"
t o "OCE."
j. Page 65, above question 10-22, CHANGE "10-43" to "10-25."
k. Page 67, question 10-51, column B. COMMODITY, CHANGE
alternative 4 "Water" to "Feedwater."
1. Page 82, above question 12-69, DELETE the "IN ANSWERING
QUESTIONS 12-69 and 12-70. . ." statement.
m. Page 85, question 13-29, alternative 3, CHANGE "NWP 22-3"
to "NWP 3-02.1."
n. CHANGE "ACP 129" to "ACP 130" in the following items:
o. 1-21 p. 1-23 q. 2-47 r. 3-12

s. 4-68 t. 5-65 u. 6-2 v. 6-32

w. 6-33 x. 6-38 y. 8-6 z. 9-66

NOTE: "ACP 129" and "ACP 168" have been combined and are
now published as "ACP 130."
4. Delete the following questions:
3-29 3-56 4-14 4-48
5-39 5-56 6-1 6-37
9-34 9-57 9-58 9-64
12-33
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
outafullymeaningfultrainingprogram.
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; signal equipment; messages, allied communications procedures; allied flaghoist
procedures;internationalsignaling;convoycommunications;watchstandingduties;honorsandceremonies;
security;amphibiousduties;aircraftandshipidentification.
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 inthe ratingor skill area. It alsoreflects guidance providedbyEnlistedCommunityManagers
(ECMs) andother senior personnel,technical references,instructions,etc.,andeithertheoccupationalor
naval standards, which are listed in the Manual of Navy Enlisted Manpower Personnel Classifications
andOccupationalStandards,NAVPERS18068.
THE QUESTIONS: The questions that appear in this course are designed to help you understand the
materialinthetext.
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
studyinganddiscoverareferenceinthetexttoanotherpublicationforfurtherinformation,lookitup.
1996EditionPreparedby
SMC(SW)RobertL.Kimmey
Reviewedby
SMC(SW)AndrewL.Cmehil
Publishedby
NAVALEDUCATIONANDTRAINING
PROFESSIONALDEVELOPMENT
ANDTECHNOLOGYCENTER
NAVSUPLogisticsTrackingNumber
0504-LP-026-8800
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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.”
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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
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