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W001 Mineman (MN) Apprentice Technical Training (BL-0)

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A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating. Part of the Mineman rating

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Overview

The Mineman apprentice trained at the BL-0 level performs entry-level tasks required of the Mineman rating. The apprentice applies knowledge of electricity and electronics, including direct current, alternating current, analog devices, digital devices, and associated subsystems.

Core Skills

  • Direct and alternating current fundamentals
  • Analog and digital device familiarity

Civilian Career Paths

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Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians

W001 training provides familiarity with direct current, alternating current, and analog and digital devices that supports further preparation for electronics technician work.

How to prepare: Take a hands-on electronics laboratory course covering schematic reading, circuit measurements, and component testing before targeting trainee technician positions.

What the civilian work involves
  • Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
  • Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies, or systems.

Notes & Sources

Evidence for this guidance (2 documents)
  1. NAVPERS 18068F Vol II (NEOCS, Jul 2026 edition): NEC W001

    [1] NEC entry "W001 - Mineman (MN) Apprentice Technical Training (BL-0)"; cached text line 15886; NAVPERS 18068F Vol II, 2026-07 edition

    Supports: Direct and alternating current fundamentals, Analog and digital device familiarity, Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians (O*NET 17-3023.00)

  2. O*NET: Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians

    [2] O*NET 30.3 occupational data

    Supports: Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians (O*NET 17-3023.00)

Defense contractor jobs for W001

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