USC NROTC New Student Orientation Knowledge 2018
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USC NROTC New Student Orientation Knowledge 2018 Mission of NROTC To develop future officers mentally, morally, and physically, and to instill in them the highest ideals of duty, loyalty, and the core values of Honor, Courage, and Commitment in order to commission college graduates as Naval officers who possess a basic professional background, are motivated toward careers in the Naval Service, and have a potential for future development in mind and character so as to assume the highest responsibilities of command, citizenship, and government. Concept of Honor A midshipman does not lie, cheat, or steal. Mission of the Navy The mission of the Navy is to maintain, train, and equip combat-ready Naval forces capable of winning wars, deterring aggression, and maintaining freedom of the seas. Founding Dates United States Navy 13 October 1775 United States Marine Corps 10 November 1775 Heritage of Naval ROTC NROTC First Established 1926 NROTC Unit USC Established 1940 Chain of Command President of the United States The Honorable Donald Trump Secretary of Defense The Honorable James Mattis Secretary of the Navy The Honorable Richard Spencer Chief of Naval Operations Admiral John Richardson Commander, Naval Education Training Command Rear Admiral Kyle Cozad Commander, Naval Service Training Command Rear Admiral Mike Bernacchi Commanding Officer, NROTC LA Consortium Colonel Christopher Michelsen Executive Officer, LA Consortium Commander Robert Hill Marine Officer Instructor (MOI) Captain Nico Patitsas O-Week Staff Advisor Lieutenant Brad Harden Assistant Marine Officer Instructor (AMOI) Gunnery Sergeant Ruben Acosta Battalion Commander (BNCO) MIDN 1/C Isaac Hoyohoy Battalion Executive Officer (BNXO) MIDN 1/C Jordan Tolentino Command Master Chief (CMC) MIDN 2/C Charlotte Hennegan Platoon Commander (PCO) MIDN 2/C Connor Cogdill
Significant National-Level Billets
Vice President of the United States The Honorable Michael Pence
Secretary of State The Honorable Mike Pompeo
Commandant of the Marine Corps Lt. General Robert Neller
General Orders
1. To take charge of this post and all government property in view.
2. To walk my post in a military manner, keeping always on the alert, and observing
everything that takes place within sight and hearing.
3. To report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce.
4. To repeat all calls from posts more distant from the guardhouse than my own.
5. To quit my post only when properly relieved.
6. To receive, obey, and pass on the sentry who relieves me, all orders from the
Commanding Officer, Command Duty Officer, Officer of the Deck, and officers and
petty officers of the watch only.
7. To talk to no one except in the line of duty.
8. To give the alarm in case of fire or disorder.
9. To call the Officer of the Deck in any case not covered by instruction.
10. To salute all officers, and all colors and standards not cased.
11. To be especially watchful at night, and, during the time for challenging, to challenge all
persons on or near my post and to allow no one to pass without proper authority.
Code of Conduct
ARTICLE I I am an American, fighting in the forces that guard my country and our
way of life. I am prepared to give me life in their defense.
ARTICLE II I will never surrender of my free will. If in command, I will never
surrender the members of my command while they still have the means to
resist.
ARTICLE III If I am captured, I will continue to resist by all means available. I will
make every effort to escape and aid others to escape. I will accept neither
parole nor special favor from the enemy.
ARTICLE IV If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith with my fellow prisoners. I
will give no information nor take part in any action that might be harmful
to my comrades. If I am senior, I will take command. If not, I will obey
the lawful orders of those appointed over me and will back them up in
every way.
ARTICLE V When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, I am required to
give only name, rank, service number, and date of birth. I will evade
answering further questions to the utmost of my ability. I will make no
oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies or harmful
to their cause.
ARTICLE VI I will never forget that I am an American fighting for freedom, responsible
for my actions, and dedicated to the principles that made my country free.
I will trust in my God and in the United States of America.Leadership Traits 1. Justice 2. Judgment 3. Dependability 4. Integrity 5. Decisiveness 6. Tact 7. Initiative 8. Endurance 9. Bearing 10. Unselfishness 11. Courage 12. Knowledge 13. Loyalty 14. Enthusiasm 15. Honor Leadership Principles 1. Know yourself and seek self-improvement. 2. Be technically and tactically proficient. 3. Develop a sense of responsibility among your subordinates. 4. Make sound and timely decisions. 5. Set the example. 6. Know your subordinates and look out for their welfare. 7. Keep your subordinates informed. 8. Seek responsibility and take responsibility for your actions. 9. Ensure assigned tasks are understood, supervised, and accomplished. 10. Train your subordinates as a team. 11. Employ your command in accordance with its capabilities. Navy and Marine Corps Core Values 1. Honor 2. Courage 3. Commitment Operational Risk Management (ORM) – “I AM IS” Identify hazards Assess hazards Make risk decisions Implement controls Supervise and watch for change
Sailor's Creed
I am a United States Sailor.
I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States of America, and I will obey the
orders of those appointed over me.
I represent the fighting spirit of the Navy and those who have gone before me to defend freedom
and democracy around the world.
I proudly serve my country’s Navy combat team with Honor, Courage, and Commitment.
I am committed to excellence and the fair treatment of all.
Weapons Safety Rules
1. Treat every weapon as if it were loaded.
2. Never point your weapon at anything you do not intend to shoot.
3. Keep your weapon on safe until you are ready to fire.
4. Keep your finger straight and off the trigger until you intend to fire.
Navy Officer Ranks
O-1 O-2 O-3 O-4 O-5
Ensign Lieutenant Lieutenant Lieutenant Commander
Junior Grade Commander
O-6 O-7 O-8 O-9 O-10
Captain Rear Admiral Rear Admiral Vice Admiral Admiral Fleet
Lower Half Upper Half AdmiralRanks
Navy Enlisted RanksMarine Corps Enlisted Ranks
E-1 E-2 E-3 E-4 E-5 E-6
NONE
Private Private 1st Lance Corporal Sergeant
Class Corporal Staff
Sergeant
E-7 E-8 E-9
Gunnery Master First Master Sergeant Sergeant
Sergeant Sergeant Sergeant Gunnery Major Major of the
Sergeant Marine
Corps
Marine Corps Officer Ranks
O-1 O-2 O-3 O-4 O-5
2nd 1st Captain Major Lieutenant
Lieutenant Lieutenant Colonel
O-6 O-7 O-8 O-9 O-10
Colonel Brigadier Major Lieutenant General
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