| Acronym | Meaning |
| ISD | Instructional Systems Development |
| EMT | Elapsed Maintenance Time |
| BIT | Binary Digit |
| E3CP | Electromagnetic Environmental Effects Control Program |
| ARD | Auxiliary Repair Dry Dock (non Self-propelled) |
| PMG | Permanent Magnet Generator |
| ECN | Engineering Change Notice |
| SNAP | Shipboard Non-tactical Automated Data Processing |
| ADDR | Address |
| SDC | Shaft Driven Compressor |