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*** Attention TRAINOs and future BDOC students! ***
Please read the posted pre arrival guide for your class convening below. If you have further questions, please contact the BDOC Instructor Office at (619) 556-9844. All BDOC curriculum can be found on Milsuite via the following link. https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/swsc-division-officer/content?filterID=contentstatus%5Bpublished%5D~category%5Bbdoc-pre-arrival-information%5D
06/01/2026
Future navigators in the making! 🌊⚓️ Heritage Elementary School students traded the classroom for the ship simulator at MSTCPAC. Special thanks to USS Stethem (DDG 63) for helping us inspire the next generation of sailors! 🚢
05/30/2026
Strengthening global partnerships. 🇺🇸🇯🇵
Last week, we welcomed the captain and crew of the JS Chōkai for a tour of MSTCPAC. Sharing our simulation facilities and training capabilities helps build a stronger, more connected maritime force. Thank you to the JS Chōkai crew for a great visit! 🚢🌊
05/13/2026
Stepping aboard and stepping up! 🚢 Our BDOC students are connecting their rigorous training to real fleet life with fantastic tours of the USS STOCKDALE (DDG 106). Ready to lead!
05/08/2026
📣 ATTENTION TO AWARDS! 📣
Proud of the incredible instructors at MSTCPAC shaping the future of our Navy. Congratulations to all our April awardees—continue to pursue excellence! ⚓️👏
05/07/2026
Elevating fleet expertise. ⚓️ Quartermasters hone their advanced navigation techniques through a plotting exercise during the MSTCPAC Surface Navigator Prep Course. Keeping these traditional skills sharp ensures our teams are prepared for any navigational environment.
05/05/2026
🥳 Congrats Grads! 🎊
Our newest Basic Division Officer Course (BDOC) and Officer of the Deck (OOD) Phase 1 graduates have officially joined the Fleet! ⚓️
A special shout-out to this class's top performers:
⭐ ENS Andrew Ivy for earning the distinction of Honor Graduate!
🏆 ENS Cole Zulauf for winning the BDOC Shiphandling Competition!
Thank you to Captain Brian Bungay, Commanding Officer of Naval Base San Diego, and Captain Thomas Abbott, Commodore of Destroyer Squadron One and Chapter President of the San Diego Surface Navy Association, for sharing your words of wisdom.
A huge thanks as well to the waterfront wardrooms, families, and friends for showing your support for our Junior Officers!
America's Navy
Surface Warriors
Surface Warfare Schools Command - SWSC
04/29/2026
STEP FORWARD. Prevent. Report. Advocate.
Yesterday, MSTCPAC stood united for Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM). Together, we showed our commitment to building a culture of dignity, respect, and accountability—values we foster this month and every month.
If you or someone you know needs support, contact the Safe Helpline at 877-995-5247 or visit safehelpline.org.
04/28/2026
Test-driving a career in the U.S. Navy! 💻🛠️ JROTC cadets from Sunrise Mountain High School got to experience the high-tech shiphandling simulators at MSTCPAC! Seeing these young leaders engage with the technology and the mission is a great reminder that the future of our Navy is in good hands.