NAVS 1101 - Principles and Concepts of Naval Science

1. Know the origins and current usage of Naval customs and traditions:

• Demonstrate proper uniform wear.
• Correctly demonstrate military courtesies.
• Demonstrate proper protocol with respect to quarterdeck procedures, wardroom etiquette, and small boat/vehicle etiquette.
• Know basic flag etiquette and proper display of basic Navy flags and pennants.
• Know military ceremonial functions including parade formations and funerals.
• Know the Navy and Marine Corps officer and enlisted rank/paygrade structures and insignia.
• Know the officer ranks in the Army, Air Force, and Coast Guard.
• Know relevant Navy and Marine Corps unrestricted and restricted line communities and applicable warfare insignias.
• Know command relationships and organization for both operational and administrative environments as prescribed by the SORM.
• Know the requirements for, and be able to demonstrate a proper watch relief and the requirements, procedures, and format for keeping logs.
• Comprehend the role of commissioned officers as members of the U.S. Armed Forces and know the obligations and responsibilities assumed by taking the oath of office and accepting a commission including the Constitutional requirement for civilian control.

2. Comprehend the UCMJ, practice of military law, and applications of regulations as they may involve a junior officer in the performance of duties:

• Comprehend the purpose, scope, and constitutional basis of Navy Regulations and the Uniform Code of Military Justice and relate these regulations to personal conduct in the military service.
• Comprehend junior officer responsibilities relative to the military justice system including familiarization with:
  • essential publications relating to military justice
  • non-judicial punishment
  • courts martial
  • administrative discharges
  • extra military instruction