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SAN DIEGO – Chief Petty Officer Cody Core, a native of Phoenix, joined the Navy because his grandfather served in the Korean War.
“He has always been a main part of my life, helping raise us and establishing my love for water,” said Core.
Now, 10 years later, Core is stationed with the Center for Surface Combat Systems (CSCS) San Diego, which trains sailors in the operation and maintenance of shipboard weapons and sensors.
“The training we implement at Det San Diego is an example of how Ready, Relevant Learning is shaping a more capable and lethal force,” explained Capt. Dave Stoner, CSCS commanding officer. “Through innovative solutions, such as our Combined Integrated Air and Missile Defense and Anti-Submarine Warfare Trainer, known as CIAT and our newest, mobile combat simulator, the On Demand Trainer, we are moving away from the traditional instructor-led training at the podium and creating an immersive learning environment facilitated by an instructor that improves individual performance and in turn, shaping confident and competent sailors who know how to fight and win. To be victorious in our next fight, sailors must know how to extract every bit of warfighting capability resident in our ships.”
Core, a 2009 graduate of Moon Valley High School graduate is a fire controlman at the training center located in San Diego.
“I like being stationed at CSCS because I am able to spend more time with my family, not worrying about being on the ship,” said Core. “I am responsible for my missile handling team’s proper upload and download of ordnance.”
According to Core, the values required to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Phoenix.
“The way I grew up, I split between my mom and dad every two years,” said Core. “Now, in the Navy I move somewhere every two to three years. It has helped me going everywhere and anywhere.”
With more than 90 percent of all trade traveling by sea, and 95 percent of the world’s international phone and internet traffic carried through fiber optic cables lying on the ocean floor, Navy officials continue to emphasize that the prosperity and security of the United States is directly linked to a strong and ready Navy.
CSCS is a global organization of professional military and civilian educators and support personnel focused on training the Surface Navy to fight and win. CSCS trains over 36,000 U.S. and allied sailors a year to operate, maintain and employ weapons, sensors, communications, combat systems and deck equipment of surface warships to build Combat Ready Ships with Battle Minded Crews.
CSCS provides more than 538 courses, awards 114 different Navy Enlisted Classifications (NECs), and trains more 38,000 sailors a year. The command’s mission is to develop and deliver combat systems training to achieve surface warfare superiority.
According to Admiral Mike Gilday, the Chief of Naval Operations, the focus of today’s Navy is squarely on warfighting, warfighters and the capabilities needed for the Navy of the future.
“I am confident we will maximize the Navy we have today while delivering the Navy that our nation will rely upon tomorrow,” said Gilday. “And we will do so with urgency. Our fleet will be a potent, formidable force that competes around the world every day, deterring those who would challenge us while reassuring our allies and partners.”
There are many opportunities for sailors to earn recognition in their command, community and careers. Core is most proud of being promoted to chief and just being able to train watch teams.
“I had to be good at my job and was evaluated on my past performances,” said Core. “There are only so many people who make chief, and I am proud to be one of them because I was graded on a lot of things.”
For Core, serving in the Navy is a tradition passed down from generations and one Core hopes to continue.
“A lot of my family has served,” said Core. “Being able to serve means giving back to the country and keeping America prosperous.”
As a member of the U.S. Navy, Core, as well as other sailors, know they are a part of a service tradition providing unforgettable experiences through leadership development, world affairs and humanitarian assistance. Their efforts will have a lasting effect around the globe and for generations of sailors who will follow.
“Serving in the Navy means to me family, doing what many others can’t do or are unable to and being the person who picks up the slack,” said Core.
Now, 10 years later, Core is stationed with the Center for Surface Combat Systems (CSCS) San Diego, which trains sailors in the operation and maintenance of shipboard weapons and sensors.
“The training we implement at Det San Diego is an example of how Ready, Relevant Learning is shaping a more capable and lethal force,” explained Capt. Dave Stoner, CSCS commanding officer. “Through innovative solutions, such as our Combined Integrated Air and Missile Defense and Anti-Submarine Warfare Trainer, known as CIAT and our newest, mobile combat simulator, the On Demand Trainer, we are moving away from the traditional instructor-led training at the podium and creating an immersive learning environment facilitated by an instructor that improves individual performance and in turn, shaping confident and competent sailors who know how to fight and win. To be victorious in our next fight, sailors must know how to extract every bit of warfighting capability resident in our ships.”
Core, a 2009 graduate of Moon Valley High School graduate is a fire controlman at the training center located in San Diego.
“I like being stationed at CSCS because I am able to spend more time with my family, not worrying about being on the ship,” said Core. “I am responsible for my missile handling team’s proper upload and download of ordnance.”
According to Core, the values required to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Phoenix.
“The way I grew up, I split between my mom and dad every two years,” said Core. “Now, in the Navy I move somewhere every two to three years. It has helped me going everywhere and anywhere.”
With more than 90 percent of all trade traveling by sea, and 95 percent of the world’s international phone and internet traffic carried through fiber optic cables lying on the ocean floor, Navy officials continue to emphasize that the prosperity and security of the United States is directly linked to a strong and ready Navy.
CSCS is a global organization of professional military and civilian educators and support personnel focused on training the Surface Navy to fight and win. CSCS trains over 36,000 U.S. and allied sailors a year to operate, maintain and employ weapons, sensors, communications, combat systems and deck equipment of surface warships to build Combat Ready Ships with Battle Minded Crews.
CSCS provides more than 538 courses, awards 114 different Navy Enlisted Classifications (NECs), and trains more 38,000 sailors a year. The command’s mission is to develop and deliver combat systems training to achieve surface warfare superiority.
According to Admiral Mike Gilday, the Chief of Naval Operations, the focus of today’s Navy is squarely on warfighting, warfighters and the capabilities needed for the Navy of the future.
“I am confident we will maximize the Navy we have today while delivering the Navy that our nation will rely upon tomorrow,” said Gilday. “And we will do so with urgency. Our fleet will be a potent, formidable force that competes around the world every day, deterring those who would challenge us while reassuring our allies and partners.”
There are many opportunities for sailors to earn recognition in their command, community and careers. Core is most proud of being promoted to chief and just being able to train watch teams.
“I had to be good at my job and was evaluated on my past performances,” said Core. “There are only so many people who make chief, and I am proud to be one of them because I was graded on a lot of things.”
For Core, serving in the Navy is a tradition passed down from generations and one Core hopes to continue.
“A lot of my family has served,” said Core. “Being able to serve means giving back to the country and keeping America prosperous.”
As a member of the U.S. Navy, Core, as well as other sailors, know they are a part of a service tradition providing unforgettable experiences through leadership development, world affairs and humanitarian assistance. Their efforts will have a lasting effect around the globe and for generations of sailors who will follow.
“Serving in the Navy means to me family, doing what many others can’t do or are unable to and being the person who picks up the slack,” said Core.