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Propulsion, Engines and MissilesAntimissile Defense Systems

Missile Defense Certification: Examination of the U.S. Navy Aegis Warship and U.S. Army Patriot Crew Certification Process

Authors: Robert C Biggs; NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MONTEREY CA
Abstract:
The process employed by Naval Surface Forces to capture information during warfare certification is enabled by a computer-based feedback mechanism. The Surface Force Type Commander employs two information management system models in the form of Training and Operational Readiness Information Service (TORIS) and Training Figure of Merit (TFOM) to report progress, capture data, compare trends, and achieve training and certification process efficiency. These systems have advantages that can be recognized and capitalized upon by other elements within the Ballistic Missile Defense community. This thesis examines how two Ballistic Missile Defense elements Naval Aegis units and Army Patriot units leverage technology to capture data as part of the certification timeline and the degree of alignment between the certification processes of the elements. It is recommended that an initiative be undertaken to record and retain data associated with certification events down to a granular (unit) level. It is further recommended that the Patriot community in particular consider an information technology solution for the issue of unit-level readiness management.

Limitations: APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE
Description: Master's thesis
Pages: 112
Report Date: 01-Sep-2008
Report Number: A977884
Keywords relating to this report:
*ANTIMISSILE DEFENSE SYSTEMS
*NAVAL VESSELS_COMBATANT_
AIR DEFENSE
ARMY OPERATIONS
ARTILLERY
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
CREWS
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
EFFICIENCY
FIGURE OF MERIT
GUIDED MISSILES
MILITARY COMMANDERS
NAVAL OPERATIONS
OPERATIONAL READINESS
SURFACE TO AIR MISSILES
THESES
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