Introduction to Undersea Warfare (USW) - SC002

Overview

Course duration: 4 Days

This course provides students with the basic principles of Undersea Warfare (USW). The course introduces basic submarine detection theory and technologies including sonar (active and passive), Electro Optics, Magnetic Anomaly Detection (MAD) principles and associated operational concepts. A practical scenario-based workshop utilising Command: Professional Edition simulation software is used to enhance understanding and application of operational USW concepts.

Intended Audience

This course is suitable for personnel that require a basic understanding on the principles of USW.

Course Modules

• Basic submarine design and operation
• Submarine propulsion systems (Nuclear, Diesel and Air Independent Propulsion (AIP)
• Introduction to oceanography
• Undersea warfare sensors
• Evolving Uncrewed undersea capabilities
• Introduction to USW planning, tasking and operations
• Scenario based workshop utilising Command: Professional Edition

"Both instructors were very approachable, and their depth of knowledge and experience is truly amazing. I highly recommend this course and the instructors." 

"Overall, the course was amazing and I definitely took away large amounts of knowledge that will allow me to thrive on my project."