NSCC Polaris Advancement Course Instructional Objectives
E-3 Seaman (SN) General Military Knowledge Customs and Courtesies Identify criteria for USN and NSCC awards. Explain the wearing of awards according to precedence. Summarize the conduct and valor of MOH recipients. Describe basic procedures for radio communications. Explain the basic outline of formal email communications. Drill and Ceremony Explain the role of squad leader. Summarize and perform basics of squad drill, such as forming squads. Identify the preparatory and execution commands. Perform the Ready Front command and explain its purpose. Cite safety considerations while performing drill. Seamanship Describe how various types of deck equipment are handled while on board a vessel. Explain the basic water traffic rules while piloting a small vessel. Describe the purpose and use of watchstanding equipment. Master the tying and classification of new sets of knots. Navigation Identify key lines of orientation on a globe and/or map. Describe how compasses work. Summarize historical details on nautical charts. Identify key features of modern navigational charts. Watchstanding Identify the various kinds of personnel assigned to watches. Differentiate between conditions of readiness. Describe how weather conditions are defined. Distinguish the signals used for weather related warnings. Examine equipment and procedures for fire watches.
Navy History, Ethics, and Leadership History and Heritage Compare arguments for and against American expansion. Identify the achievements in naval technology that improved the range of ships. Track the US Navy through its post Civil War decline and its resurgence into the next century. Leadership and Ethics Articulate the skills that promote and prohibit ethical sensitivity. Create a stakeholder map for an ethical case example. Correlate ethical sensitivity and core leadership traits (i.e., Enthusiasm and Bearing). Personal and Professional Conduct Health and Wellness Explain why we need to eliminate the stigma and silence regarding mental health. Describe different classes of swim qualifications. Summarize treatments for shock and burns. Professional Conduct Summarize key features of the UCMJ. Describe the wear and care of Service Dress Uniforms. Identify the most effective ways to offer constructive feedback. Civic Engagement Civic Knowledge Identify the key functions of Congress. Role play through the legislative process. Differentiate between the various roles of Congress. Describe how civility is the foundation of the Legislative Branch. Civic Action Define participatory citizenship. Plan a service-learning project for your unit. Identify organizations with which your unit can partner. Describe ways to increase your citizenship participation.
Chart Your Course Describe information included in Navy rating cards. Review requirements for Damage Controlman (DC). Review requirement for Cryptologic Technician (CT).