1. Northeast Zone
  2. National Capital Zone
  3. Mid-Atlantic Zone
  4. Gulf Coast Zone
  5. Midwest Zone
  6. Southwest Zone
  7. Northwest Zone
Training
The TSC team members have been responsible for developing the training material and for training the users on the new equipment.  
 
TSC provides assistance to AEGIS ships and the training community to enhance the understanding of the operators and commanders of how best to manage AN/SPY-1 resources by setting up and monitoring the radar parameter and the radar’s response to its environment. We are able to perform this unique service through a combination of understanding the basic radar physics, knowing the design details of the radar, and observing at-sea operations of the radar. With this background, we are able to translate radar performance to operational guidance on how to manage best the available controls for optimal performance. The principal ways this is communicated to the Fleet personnel are through writing the Radar Operator’s Handbook, by at-sea training during CSSQTs, and through participating in special test events that expose the operators to actual man-made or natural factors that can degrade radar performance. We help train the trainers through frequent contact with the AEGIS Training and Readiness Command and through developing inputs to training materials.  
 
The MWT Assessment Manual is a training tool for systematic analysis of system component requirements and usage of MWTs and of the Government/Industrial base needed to support these components. The model identifies potential supply and obsolescence issues and determines acquisition financial, and technical solutions to ensure continuous support for fielded systems. The model allows risk analysis of proposed solutions and ranking of the solutions based on standard financial metrics, such as ROI and payback period. TSC developed training brochures for all MWTs used in AN/SPY-1, which are now used by Sailors onboard all AEGIS ships. Contracts supporting these efforts include GS-23F-0032L, N00024-96-C-5166 and N00164-01-D-0039.  
 
EG&G performed the planning, development and conduct of operational and maintenance training for the CSA MK2 Launcher Panel upgrade. Training was provided to Ships Force personnel from the pre-commissioning unit for USS VIRGINIA (SSN 774).  
 
EG&G provided hands-on training of Maritime Forward Looking Infrared Systems (MARFLIR) equipment operation and the interfacing operation with the ship’s video recorder. Authoring Instructional Materials (AIM) support is being provided to the Microwave Systems Directorate (Code 809). EG&G personnel are currently converting OEM operator and maintenance training materials for the AS/SPS-73(V)12 Radar system to the AIM format. To date, EG&G has provided the Personnel Performance Profiles (PPP), the Training Path System (TPS), the Training Course Control Document (TCCD), and the preliminary Training Project Plan (TPP).  
 
EG&G has developed training for the Virginia Class AN/WLY-1 ( ) self defense sonar system including curricula and training materials and Interactive Multimedia Instruction (IMI) to support operator and maintenance skills training. They developed an Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) compatible with the ship’s library Web-Advanced Technical Information Support System (ATIS). Developed a process for embedding learning objects into the WLY-1 IETM to provide an all inclusive product. Pertinent contracts: N00024-01-D-7019, N00189-98-R-0107 and N00164-98-D-0020.  
 
SSA, under subcontracts GS-23F-0032L/A2S17B1277 and N00024-96-C-5166, has produced the primary guidance for the fleet on the operation of the AN/SPY-1 family of radars and its interaction with the AEGIS Weapon System. Relevant examples of the documentation produced include the AN/SPY-1 Operational Handbook, the AN/SPY-1 portions of the Aegis Core Doctrine/Core Tactics TACMEMOs, and the Track Initiation Processor (TIP) Appendix for AEGIS Capabilities and Limitations. In addition, Mr. Kirshtein has provided numerous briefings to the fleet and the AEGIS Training and Readiness Center on the application of TIP, introduction of Baseline 5.3.8, and operational guidance for AN/SPY-1 Surface Surveillance.  
 
Gryphon, under N65236-99-D-5711, has provided Computer Based Interactive Training and Interactive Multimedia Instruction for JSN pre-commissioning ship crew members. 		Functional Areas: