| Acronym | Meaning |
| ICC | Life Cycle Costing |
| CSDS | Control Speed Drive Starter |
| RAD1 | Radio 1 |
| SDMS | Shipboard Data Multiplex System |
| O&SHA | Operating And Support Hazard Analysis |
| FCIM | Flexible Computer Integrated Manufacturing |
| CCC | Command, Control, Communications |
| VSB | Vast System Bulletin (tdc 86) |
| FF | Frigate |
| VIDS | Visual Information Display System |