NAVS 302
Naval Ships Systems II (Weapons)
Classroom Sacred Heart Hall 124
LT Suravut Pornpanit
Email: spornpanit@sandiego.edu
Phone: 619-260-2291
(3 Units)
Tu/Th 1430-1550
Office Hours Tu/Th 1300-1430
Sacred Heart Hall 109
Course Description
This course will cover a variety of topics crucial to understanding the diverse and complex weapons systems of
the Navy and Marine Corps. The course is divided into two major areas: 1) Target detection and tracking
(including radar principles and systems, electronic warfare, and sonar principles and systems) and 2) Weapons
related topics (including weapon warheads and fuzing, weapon guidance, propulsion, and launching systems, fire
control systems, mine warfare, and Navy/Marine Corps weapons systems and platforms). In addition, case
studies will be utilized to give real-world examples of these weapons and systems at work. This course will be
demanding, but will provide you with a solid working foundation in the systems you will be required to become
intimately familiar with as a fleet officer.
Course Objectives/Candidate Outcomes
The curriculum guide written to provide guidelines for NROTC course of instruction in Naval Ships
System II (Weapons) contains the core competencies for this course. The lesson guide contains learning
objectives which support the Professional Core Competencies. In addition, this course also focuses on
moral and ethical responsibilities of military leaders, as well as the personal qualities required for
effective leadership.
Textbook Readings
Principles of Naval Weapon Systems; Edited by LCDR Craig M. Payne, USN; Naval Institute Press,
2006.
Each day, there is a required reading assignment which should be completed prior to the class start. You
are expected to complete the required reading and understand the basic concepts presented prior to
coming to class. It will be very hard for the student to take full advantage of the classroom learning
without reading and understanding the source material found in the textbook. Reading the assigned text
more than once is often required to obtain adequate familiarization.
Course Requirements/Activities
COURSE REQUIREMENTS: Students are required to read all assigned material prior to each class
session and review the lesson plan for the day. Proper preparation will be reflected in performance on
quizzes, exams, and class discussion / participation.
A. Exams: Three examinations will be given in this course, 2 exams are given on Feb 27th and Mar 27th
and a final exam on Apr 29th.
B. Quizzes: At least 5 quizzes will be given during the course. The quizzes will be given towards the
beginning of class, and will cumulatively cover material through the assigned reading for that day.
Students will be allowed to drop their lowest quiz grade, excluding missed quizzes. (e.g. a student with
grades of 9, 8, 8, 5, and 0 on quizzes would be allowed to drop the 5 but not the 0). No make-up for
missed quizzes will be offered unless arranged prior to class.
C. Class Participation: All students are expected to contribute to class discussions and can only do so if
the required reading is completed.
D. Extra Credit: Extra credit opportunities may be presented throughout the semester on quizzes and/or
exams. Any extra credit offered will be offered to all students in the class
E. Presentation: One of the most important skills of a junior officer is the ability to prepare and deliver a
presentation to a senior officer. A 15 minute presentation is required on approved topic and will be
delivered on one of two scheduled presentation days. Presentation topic is to be submitted for approval
on Apr 8th.
For the presentation you will play the role of a Defense Contractor. I want you to sell me your weapon
platform. Tell me how and why your platform is better than the other options available. Make me want to
spend BILLIONS of dollars on your project.
F. Class Attendance: Attendance is MANDATORY. Tardiness will not be tolerated. Repeated
incidents will have an adverse effect on final grades. Three or more unauthorized absences will result in a
failing grade. Should an emergency develop that warrants relief from this stated attendance and
performance policy, prior approval must be obtained directly from the instructor. Again, there will be no
make-ups for unauthorized missed quizzes, exams, or presentations.
G. Assignments: Failure to complete all assignments will result in a failing grade. Should an emergency
develop that warrants relief from this stated attendance and performance policy, prior approval must be
obtained directly from the instructor.
H. Respect: Conduct becoming of a future naval officer is expected at all times by all students. Cell
phones, PDA, etc shall be silenced and stowed prior to class. Students should not utilize the computers in
the classroom to run applications, or check web pages not associated with the class. I expect you to
police each other and demonstrate peer leadership. In the event that this privilege is abused, computer use
will be secured for all students for the remainder of the semester.
I. Responsibility: Students are expected to perform at a substantially higher level of maturity and
responsibility than that of most other students. In general, it is the student’s responsibility to initiate
action to resolve all personal issues and ensure that administrative matters are handled in a timely manner.
J. Military Protocol: Since this is a course primarily designed for and required for NROTC students, Naval
protocol is emphasized and is a teaching point. As a matter of courtesy and custom, the first individual to
recognize entry into the classroom by the Commanding Officer will call for “Attention on Deck.” NonNROTC students are also asked as a matter of courtesy to follow this custom. NROTC students must adhere
to the NROTC and Navy regulations for dress in and out of uniform.
K. Academic Dishonesty: Honesty and moral integrity are fundamental to the character of a Navy and
Marine Corps Officer. The Midshipman Honor Code states “A midshipman will not lie, cheat, or steal.”
This applies to all students in this course. Substantiated charges will result in a failing grade and potential
disenrollment from the NROTC Program with an unfavorable recommendation regarding commissioned
service is a possibility. The student will also be referred to the appropriate University officials for
disciplinary proceedings. If there are concerns over this, please come see me outside of class.
L. Grade of Incomplete: The grade of Incomplete (“I”) may be recorded to indicate (1) that the
requirements of a course have been substantially completed but, for a legitimate reason, a small fraction
of the work remains to be completed, and, (2) that the record of the student in the course justifies the
expectation that he or she will complete the work and obtain the passing grade by the deadline. It is the
student’s responsibility to explain to the instructor the reasons for non-completion of work and to request
an incomplete grade prior to the posting of final grades. Students who receive a grade of incomplete must
submit all missing work by the end of the tenth week of the next regular semester, otherwise the “I” grade
will become a permanent “F.”
M. Changes: I have made every attempt to make this syllabus an accurate reflection of how I intend to
teach this course over the semester. However, this syllabus should not be construed as a legal contract
and it may be subject to change over the semester, particularly with respect to the schedule. I reserve the
right to make modifications as necessary. I will discuss any proposed changes to the syllabus in class.
Updated versions of the syllabus will also be posted to BlackBoard--they will not be distributed in class.
Assessment Plan/Grading Criteria/Rubric
Grading Scale:
92 – 100 = A
90 – 91 = A87 – 89 = B+
83 – 86 = B
80 – 82
77 – 79
73 – 76
70 – 72
Grading Criteria:
Class Participation
Quizzes
Exam I
Exam II
Final Exam
Presentation
Total
5%
10%
20%
25%
30%
10%
100%
= B= C+
=C
= C-
67 – 69
63 – 66
60 – 62
0 – 59
= D+
=D
= D=F
Requests for Accommodation
Reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act will be made for
course participants with disabilities who require specific instructional and testing modifications. Students
with such requirements must identify themselves to the University of San Diego Disability Services
Office (619.260.4655) before the beginning of the course. Every effort will be made to accommodate
students’ needs, however, performance standards for the course will not be modified in considering
specific accommodations.
Course Outline
DATE
1, 28 Jan
2, 30 Jan
3, 4 Feb
4, 6 Feb
5, 11 Feb
6, 13 Feb
7, 18 Feb
8, 20 Feb
25 Feb
9, 27 Feb
10, 4 Mar
11, 6 Mar
11 & 13Mar
12, 18 Mar
13, 20 Mar
14, 25 Mar
15, 27 Mar
1 & 3 Apr
16, 8 Apr
17, 10 Apr
18, 15 Apr
TOPIC
Introduction/Electromagnetic
Fundamentals I
Electromagnetic Fundamentals II
Radar Principles and Systems I
Radar Principles and Systems II
High Resolution Radar System/Phased
Array Radar Systems
Case Studies: USS Vincennes, Aircraft
Mishap
Servo tracking systems/Monopulse Radar
Track While Scan
Exam I review
No Class
Exam I
Electronic Combat
Underwater Sound
USD/PLNU Spring Break
Sonar Equation / FOM
Undersea Warfare Systems
External Ballistics / Intro to Fire
Control/Fire Control Problem
Exam II
SDSU Spring Break
Interior Ballistics / Launching Systems
***Presentation Topic Due***
Weapon Propulsion / Missile Architecture
Guidance Systems / Fuzing Systems
17 Apr USD/PLNU Easter Holiday
19, 22 Apr Weapon Damage Effects / Warhead
Classifications
20, 24 Apr Future Weapon Systems
Final Exam Review
21, 29 Apr Final Exam
22, 1 May Presentations (Weapons) I
23, 6 May Presentations (Weapons) II
READING
PNWS Chap 1
PNWS Chap 2
PNWS Chap 3
PNWS Chap 4 (42-50)
PNWS Chap 4 (51-63)
Handouts
PNSW Chap 5 (66-74)
PNWS Chap 5 (74-82)
No Class
PNSW Chap 6
PNWS Chap 9
No Classes
PNWS Chap 10
PNWS Chap 11
PNWS Chap 13 (237-259)
No Classes
PNWS Chap 13 (238-242)
PNWS Chap 14 (262-275)
PNWS Chap 14 (276-295)
PNWS Chap 15 (298-313)
PNWS Chap 16 (314-329)
No Class
Ch. 18 (341-342 / 345-360)
Ch. 19 (361-372 / 376-377)
Supplementary notes