United States Navy Overview 101
United States Navy Overview 101
Published 6/2025
Duration: 44m | .MP4 1280x720 30 fps(r) | AAC, 44100 Hz, 2ch | 385 MB
Genre: eLearning | Language: English
Published 6/2025
Duration: 44m | .MP4 1280x720 30 fps(r) | AAC, 44100 Hz, 2ch | 385 MB
Genre: eLearning | Language: English
“Introduction to the United States Navy: Structure, Strategy, and Sea Power”
What you'll learn
- Understand the mission, structure, and global role of the United States Navy.
- Distinguish between administrative and operational control and explain Navy command organization.
- Recognize key sea and air platforms, support commands, and Navy personnel roles.
- Gain insight into carrier and amphibious operations, independent missions, and the Navy’s global presence.
Requirements
- None
Description
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the United States Navy, designed for individuals seeking a foundational understanding of its structure, operations, and global mission. Whether you’re a civilian professional new to the Department of Defense, a service member from another military branch, or simply curious about naval operations, this course delivers a clear and engaging overview of one of the world’s most capable maritime forces.
Led by a retired Navy Supply Corps Officer with extensive experience across shipboard, shore, and Pentagon-level assignments, the course demystifies the Navy’s organization from the Department of the Navy down to fleet-level operations. Learners will gain insight into the Navy’s dual administrative and operational chains of command, including the roles of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO), Fleet Commanders, and Type Commanders.
Topics include the Navy’s mission, historical development, global posture, and a detailed breakdown of sea and aviation platforms. Special focus is placed on the structure and function of Carrier Strike Groups and Amphibious Ready Groups, as well as their supporting air wings and combat elements. Learners will also explore the Navy’s major support and systems commands, the global presence of numbered fleets, and a wide range of independent operations such as humanitarian missions, maritime security, and undersea warfare.
By the end of the course, participants will have a deeper appreciation for how the Navy operates, how it contributes to national security, and how its forces are structured to support operations across the globe.
Who this course is for:
- Defense Civilians
- Defense Contractors
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