| Acronym | Meaning |
| YW | Water Barge (self-propelled)(tanker) |
| HLD | Hold |
| YFU | Harbor Utility Craft (self Propelled)(lighter) |
| TQL | Total Quality Leadership |
| PENQUIN | Combat System |
| QEC | Quick Engine Change (tdc 03) |
| MDWG | Midwing |
| BL | Butt Line |
| MPT | Manpower, Personnel And Training |
| DODISS | Department Of Defense Index Of Specifications And Standards |