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DC Courses
Overview. Damage controlman courses focus on hands-on training of the various skills used by the damage controlman in today's Coast Guard. All courses are a blend of classroom theories, followed by on-the-job skills demonstrated and practiced in our well-equipped DC labs. Damage Controlman "A" School teaches the fundamental skills needed to be a damage controlman. Damage Controlman "C" courses provide advanced training in welding steel, welding aluminum, and damage control practices. On a case-by-case basis, tailored training is available to meet the needs of a unit. Check on the latest class convenings here.
Damage Controlman Class "A" Course (DC "A")
Overview: This 14.8-week course is conducted primarily in Taylor Hall, and teaches selected non-rated personnel to perform as junior petty officers at an entry level in the Damage Controlman rating. Students are taught the basic principles of:
- Leadership
- Oxy-fuel Cutting/Brazing
- Engineering Administration
- Finish Carpentry
- Rough Construction
- Watertight Closure Maintenance
- Welding
- Plumbing and Pipe Fitting
- Chemical, Biological, and Radiological Warfare Defense
- Shipboard Firefighting Procedures
- Practical Damage Control
Prerequisites: A minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery Score of, Verbal Ability (VE) + Mechanical Comprehension (MC) + Auto & Shop Information (AS) = 152. Information on waivers is available from governing Coast Guard directives.
College Credits: The American Council on Education (ACE) has evaluated this course and recommends the following credits in the Lower-Division Baccalaureate/Associate degree category: two (2) semester hours in building construction technology, two (2) in oxyacetylene welding, two (2) in electric arc welding, two (2) in plumbing pipe fitting, and two (2) in shipboard firefighting, damage control, and hazardous materials handling.
Point of Contact: Contact an instructor for specific questions regarding course content and program of instruction at (757)-856-2259.
Safety: All required safety equipment (e.g., goggles, ear protection, welding leathers) will be provided while attending school. Students shall wear applicable safety equipment. The wearing of contact lens while attending school is discouraged; students who need corrective eyewear should bring their glasses with them. If you have a set of prescription glasses (combat spectacles) for the MCU-2P gas mask or the OBA face piece insert, bring them with you.
Uniforms: "A" School students are responsible for having a complete seabag (uniform issue). Students are also responsible for ensuring that all uniform items are in good repair and appearance. If you have coveralls bring them, wearing of coveralls is allowed in the labs. While attending "A" school you will be participating in Training Center Yorktown's "A" school fitness program; be sure to include workout clothing and footwear when you pack.
Computer Usage: All students attending courses must have an updated Common Access Card and know their CAC Personal Identification Number (PIN). Failure to do so will cause an unnecessary training delay.
DamageControlman Class "C" Courses
Overview: These courses consist of limited classroom theory and extensive hands on training in a controlled environment.
ADVANCED STEEL WELDING - (DC-01)
This 19 day course, located in Taylor Hall room 124, provides instruction and practical hands-on performance in:
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
- Air Carbon Arc Cutting and Gouging (ACAC)
- Welding Quality Assurance using Visual Inspection, Dye Penetrant Testing
- Characteristics of High Yield Steel Alloys
- Welding Machine Selection
- Welding Machine Setup, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- Reading of Welding Symbols
- Troubleshooting Weld Defects
Students must pass all written tests. Students must also pass all practical tests. Practical tests are evaluated by radiograph (X-ray). Class times are from 0800-1130 and 1300-1630 Monday-Friday, with a 1630-1830 or 1730-1930 Study Hall Monday through Thursday.
Prerequisites: DC E-5 or above. All students should have previous training in basic welding. Graduation from DC "A" School will satisfy this requirement; all other students must be able to weld in the FLAT, HORIZONTAL, VERTICAL, and OVERHEAD positions. Each student will be required to produce test weldments free of visual defects. Weldments must then pass criteria for radiographic inspection (X-ray).
Waivers: On a case-by-case basis, Other enlisted ratings may attend if the member is filling a billet where the need for steel welding expertise has been validated, and where no damage controlman billets are authorized: 65’ WYLT to 399' WAGB, Assist/NESU/MAT/Teams, Strike Teams, Groups, ANTs, and AIRSTAs. The damage controlman force manager grants waivers.
College Credits: The American Council of Education (ACE) has evaluated this course and recommends the following credits in the Lower-division Baccalaureate/Associate degree category: Two (2) semester hours in Shielded Metal ARC Welding.
Point of Contact: Contact an instructor for specific questions regarding course content and program of instruction at (757)-856-2258 or (757)-856-2259.
Safety: All required safety equipment (e.g., goggles, ear protection, welding leathers) will be provided while attending school. Students shall wear applicable safety equipment. The wearing of contact lens while attending school is discouraged; students who need corrective eyewear should bring their glasses with them. Welding leathers and goggles shall not be worn outside of the school complex. Students may bring personal welding leathers and helmets if they meet current safety standards.
Uniforms: Proper working uniform and safety shoes are required for participation in this course. Students should have four or five work uniforms and coveralls for lab work. Report to the school on the first day in Trops.
Computer Usage: All students attending courses must have an updated Common Access Card and know their CAC Personal Identification Number (PIN). Failure to do so will cause an unnecessary training delay.
ADVANCED WELDING -ALUMINUM (DC-02)
This 26 day course, located in Taylor Hall room 124, provides instruction and practical hands-on performance in:
- Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) of Aluminum.
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) of Aluminum.
- Welding Machine Setup, Maintenance and Troubleshooting.
- Troubleshooting Weld Defects.
Students must pass all written tests. Stu 04/02/2008 erhead practical tests are evaluated by radiograph, (X-ray). Classes times are from 0800-1130 and 1300-1630 Monday-Friday, with a 1630-1830 or 1730-1930 Study Hall on Monday through Thursday. Recommended pre-reporting studies/tips. None.
Prerequisites: Must be a DC E-5 or above. All students should have basic welding experience. Graduation from DC-A school will satisfy this requirement; all other students must be able to weld proficiently in the FLAT, HORIZONTAL, VERTICAL AND OVERHEAD positions..
Waivers: DC3s may attend if the member has successfully completed the Advanced Steel Welding Course (DC-01) and is filling a DC2 billet where the need for aluminum welding expertise has been validated. On a case-by-case basis, Other enlisted ratings may attend if the member has successfully completed the Advanced Steel Welding Course (DC-01) and is filling a billet where the need for aluminum welding expertise has been validated and where no damage controlman billets are authorized: 65' WYLT to 399' WAGB, Assist/NESU/MAT/Teams, Strike Teams, Groups, ANTs, and AIRSTAs. The damage controlman force manager grants waivers.
College Credits: The American Council of Education (ACE) has evaluated this course and recommends the following credit: in the Lower-division Baccalaureate/Associate degree category, two (2) semester hours in Gas Metal Arc Welding and two (2) in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding.
Point of Contact: Contact an instructor for specific questions regarding course content and program of instruction at (757)-856-2258 or (757)-856-2259.
Safety: All required safety equipment (e.g., goggles, ear protection, welding leathers) will be provided while attending school. Students shall wear applicable safety equipment. The wearing of contact lens while attending school is discouraged; students who need corrective eyewear should bring their glasses with them. Welding leathers and goggles shall not be worn outside of the school complex. Students, at their own risk, may bring personal welding leathers and helmets if they meet current safety standards.
Uniforms: Proper working uniform and safety shoes are required for participation in this course. Students should have four or five work uniforms and coveralls for lab work. Report to the school on the first day in Trops.
Computer Usage: All students attending courses must have an updated Common Access Card and know their CAC Personal Identification Number (PIN). Failure to do so will cause an unnecessary training delay.
Small Cutter Damage Control (DC-06)
Overview: This 5-day shipboard firefighting and damage control course, located in bldg 203, is designed for personnel assigned to ships that do not regularly go to TSTA with the Afloat Training Group. Students are required to perform in all assigned duties for all the practicals on the fire field and in the wet trainer.
Recommended pre-reporting studies/tips: Students are advised to review basic firefighting; OBA operation; and all plugging, patching, and shoring procedures from Naval Ship's Technical Manual (NSTM) 079 Vol. 2 Practical Damage Control and Naval Ships Technical Manual (NSTM) 555 Surface Ship Firefigting.
Point of Contact: Contact an instructor for specific questions regarding course content and program of instruction at (757)-856-2259.
Safety: All required safety equipment (e.g., goggles, ear protection, fire fighting ensembles, fire boots) will be provided while attending school. Students shall wear applicable safety equipment. The wearing of contact lens while attending school is discouraged; students who need corrective eyewear should bring their glasses with them. If you have a set of prescription glasses (combat spectacles) for the OBA facepiece insert, bring them with you.
Computer Usage: All students attending courses must have an updated Common Access Card and know their CAC Personal Identification Number (PIN). Failure to do so will cause an unnecessary training delay.