Elrod (FFG 55) - Naval Cruise Book

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fe SHIPS CONTROL c P Inlwn Radioman (RM) I ' ; ° ' ' ' nM ' Specialist (OS) ' Mate (BM) (QM) A XA.S the name implies, ship control does just that! Whether it be the transmitting or receiving of messages (RM ' s and SM ' s), the breaking of signals (OS ' s) or the actual mechanics of carrying out the assigned orders by the Bridge watchstanders (BM ' s and QM ' s). The men of ship control tie it all together, they break the link between combat systems and engineering, they give ELROD direction! Ship Control Department originally consisted of three divisions: SC-1 (Quartermasters and signalmen), SC-2 (Ra- diomen), SC-3 (Boatswainmates). On Feb. 9, 1988 the operation specialists (OS ' s) were moved from combat systems to ship control (SC-4). This moved transformed ship control department into one more in line with the customary Operations Department. SC-1 From the Cooper River to the Persian Gulf, SC-1 Division has navigated ELROD through rough seas, low visibil- ity and narrow channels. They ' ve hoisted signal flags, sent flashing light and spoke semaphore. Comprised of signal- men and quartermasters, they are uniquely trained onboard ELROD, each capable of assuming the others job. SC- 1 Division prides themselves as true professionals and tops in their fields. SC-2 The voice of command , SC-2 Division consists of Radiomen, its responsibility of the Ship ' s enternal communi- cations. Radio equipment is constantly monitored, Tweeked , tuned and interfaced to build flexible communication systems, to include: DAMA. Cudixs and naumals. Voice circuits are patched to the bridge and combat information center to ensure constant and reliable external communications. SC-2 Division receives, transmits, reproduces and routes thousands of messages a month, utilizing a State of the Art computer system to produce and maintain a highly accessible log of all incoming and outgoing messages. Even hundreds of miles out, SC-2 lets ELROD Reach out and touch someone. SC-3 SC-3 Division is the boatswainmates, the backbone of the ship. Its responsibilities are both diverse and extensive. From painting, preservarion and maintenance of the ships exterior to supplying watchstanders for the bridge. The men of SC-3 are responsible for the upkeep and manning of underway replenishment gear when ELROD needs fuel, stores or ammo. During anchoring and moorings they man sea and anchor details both on the bridge and forecastle. They ensure ili motor whaleboat is ready to carry out any tasking day or night and are always ready to issue paint, cleaning gear and foul weather gear to the crew. SC-3 keeps ELROD looking 1!!! SC-4 SC-4 is made up of operation specialists. The OS ' s , while manning combat information center, efficiently and accurately collect, display, evaluate, and disseminate operational data. This data is used to insure safe navigation and, to properly and effectively defend ELROD against any enemy whether on land, sea or air. Today ' s OS ' s is greatly aided in his job with new and highly technical equipment such as naval tactical data system, long range radars, sonars computer generated consoles and worldwide satellite communications systems. But it is still the men that make all this work smoothly, without a wel groomed tem, the equipment would mean little. Their warfare roles include; helo control, target motion ananlysis, fighter intercepts, electronic warfare and over-the-horizon targeting. From special projects to protecting shipping in the Persian Gulf, SC-4 is ready to lead the way!!! 24

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E-3 DIVISION «■ HTl (SW) WHITELAW HT2 CHANCE HT2 GRAY HT2 PARDUE HT2 GRIM MR2 WHITE HT3 PARRIS 23

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SC-1 DIVISION QMCS (SW) CANTY SM2 McGRATH SM2 (SW) JARRETT QMS GOUDY SC-1 DIVISION NOT PICTURED SMI (SW) FRAZIER SM2 BROXTON QM2 RACKLEY QMSN DICENSO 25