3 credits
Spring 2026 Lecture Credit By ExaminationDepartmental CreditLower DivisionMilitary
This course outlines the theory and employment of weapons systems. Students explore the processes of detection, evaluation, threat analysis, weapon selection, delivery, guidance, and explosives. Fire control systems and major weapons types are discussed, including capabilities and limitations. The physical aspects of radar and underwater sound are described. Facets of command, control, communications, computers, and intelligence are explored as a means of weapons system integration. The tactical and strategic significance of command and control warfare and information warfare is discussed.
Learning Outcomes1Explain the choice of weapon, given the defined threat's capabilities.
2Define the capabilities and limitations of Naval Ship weaponry.
3Identify, visually, a ship's array of antennae and communication components.
4Describe the importance of command and control warfare.
5Analyze the moral and ethical responsibilities of leaders and their use of firepower.
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