| Acronym | Meaning |
| HDBK | Handbook |
| EW | Electronic Warfare |
| FQT | Formal Qualification Testing |
| COBOL | Common Business Oriented Language |
| JLC | Joint Logistics Commanders |
| TCO | Technical Contracting Office |
| EI | Engineering Information |
| CAMS | Central Atmosphere Monitoring System (mk 2) |
| CMO | Configuration Management Officer |
| SSG | Attack Guided Missile Submarine (conventional Powered |