Auxiliary Control

Located on Decks 7 and 19, Auxiliary Control are duplicate secondary command centers that can be utilized in the event that the Main and Battle Bridges are incapacitated. Compact, yet functional, Auxiliary Control maintains simplified versions of the standard workstations found on the Main Bridge of a starship and is by dedicated personnel that are ready to assume control at a moment's notice.

Workstations within Auxiliary Control onboard the Starship Enterprise Battle Bridge have been designed with efficiency as their priority. Workstations mounted on the aft bulkhead of the chamber include a Master Situation Display, Science, and a Tactical console. A Captain's Chair has been installed below the Master Situation Display and a single independent Flight Control/Operations workstation is situated between the Captain's Chair and the forward holographic viewscreen.

Located deep within their respective decks for added protection, Auxiliary Control can be accessed by entryways located on the port and starboard walls. Due to the critical nature of Auxiliary Control, biometric verification sensor scans are completed upon any individual trying to enter Auxiliary Control. Emergency Turbolifts were located near both entryway to allow for quick access to other locations aboard the ship.

Layout

Primary Workstations

Command Chair

Located near the rear bulkhead of Auxiliary Control, the Command Chair (or Captain's Chair) is the primary command station located within Auxiliary Control. Anchored directly to the deck, the Captain's Chair maintains displays that provide at-a-glance readiness reports. The panel on the right controls communications, tactical, and the viewscreen while the interface on the left accesses flight control, operations, and the ship's library. In an emergency, the Command Chair can override any shipboard function.

Flight Control/Operations Station

Designed for maximum speed and efficiency of input, the combined Flight Control/Operations console oversees piloting and resource allocation aboard the Enterprise during separated flight mode. Located between the Captain and the Viewscreen, the officer manning this console is responsible for navigating the Enterprise, setting course, and managing the ship's powerful engines. In the role of Operations Manager, this crewmember sets the operational priorities, manages resources, and monitors the ship's subspace field geometry to maximize efficiency.

Master Situation Display

The Master Situation Display is a large, wall-mounted computer display on the aft bulkhead of Enterprise's Auxiliary Control. Highly detailed and incorporating a large cutaway diagram of the vessel, the Master Situation Display shows the location of key systems and hardware aboard the spacecraft. Providing a direct link to the Impulse and Warp Propulsion Systems, in addition to monitoring shipboard systems, the Master Situation Display can fulfill the role of an Engineering workstation.

Science

Featuring priority uplinks to all sensor systems aboard the Starship Enterprise, the Science Station monitors all scientific activity aboard the ship and conducts analysis of the external environment. The Science Station in Auxiliary Control maintains constant communication with Starfleet's extensive libraries throughout the Federation, aiding in the processing of incoming information both quickly and efficiently, and enhances the Federation's understanding of the galaxy.

Tactical

Tactical is dedicated to defensive systems control and maintains priority linkages to the starship's sensor arrays to monitor for external threats. Intrusion detection systems built into the workstation help to monitor the ship for internal threats, allowing the Security Officer to deploy Security Teams and conduct criminal investigations as necessary. When necessary, the Auxiliary Control Tactical console can also be used to monitor communications, launch sensor probes, or engage tractor beams.

Viewscreen

Located at the front of Auxiliary Control, the Viewscreen is a basic display that provides an overview of space surrounding the vessel. Roughly the size of its counterpart on the Battle Bridge, the Viewscreen incorporates a computerized heads-up display that allows the crew to analyze data from the ship's sensor arrays, communicate with others, or view library records.

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Battle Bridge

The Battle Bridge is a compact, but functional command center that is responsible for the operation of the Enterprise's Engineering Hull during separated flight mode. Sharing the design similar to that of the Main Bridge of a Defiant Class Escort vessel, the Battle Bridge incorporates all the familiar workstations found on the Main Bridge. As the secondary command center for the Enterprise the Battle Bridge is crewed during alert situations with its personnel ready to assume control at a moment's notice.

During separated flight mode the Battle Bridge is the nerve center of the Stardrive Section and is designed for superior combat performance. Located on Deck 9 in the Engineering Section, the entire Battle Bridge and support locations are sunken into a much larger Deck 9 to provide added protection during combat. Access to the Battle Bridge was provided by two entryways flanking the viewscreen, located on both port and starboard sides, that incorporate biometric verification of personnel attempting to gain entry to the Battle Bridge. Turbolift lobbies were located on both sides of the entryway, just outside of the Battle Bridge. A Replicator terminal was placed on the starboard side near the exit, while an equipment locker was located parallel on the port side.

Due to its service in a combat-oriented role, all workstations on the Enterprise Battle Bridge have been configured with speed and efficiency in mind. Workstations on the port side of the Battle Bridge include an Engineering console, and Environmental workstation, and the Tactical II station, while the starboard bulkhead features Mission Operations, Science, and Tactical I consoles. At the front of the Bridge is a holographic viewscreen that is flanked by status displays. A Mission Systems Display is situated in the back of the Battle Bridge and incorporates status displays related to the Enterprise's condition.

Layout

Central Stations

Command Chair

Located in the exact center of the Battle Bridge, the Command Chair (or Captain's Chair) is the primary command station within the Stardrive of the Enterprise. Anchored directly to the deck, the Captain's Chair can swivel and is isolated in the center of the Bridge. Status displays have been mounted on both sides of the Captain's Chair, providing at-a-glance readiness reports. The panel on the right controls communications, tactical, and the viewscreen while the interface on the left accesses flight control, operations, and the ship's library. In an emergency, the Command Chair can override any shipboard function.

Flight Control

Designed for maximum speed and efficiency of input, Flight Control (or Helm) oversees navigation of the Enterprise during separated flight. Located near the Captain's Chair on the forward starboard workstation, the officer manning this console is responsible for piloting the Enterprise (despite its automated nature), setting course, and monitoring for any dangers on the ship's course. As a supplement to the Operations Manager, the Helm can review the vessel's long-range and navigational sensors, manage the ship's propulsion systems, and monitor the Enterprise's subspace field geometry to maximize efficiency. As needed, this station can also be used to monitor operational priorities, managing resources to ensure effective allocation.

Operations

The Operations Station (or Ops) is located in the forward port workstation and is responsible for coordinating the operations of all departments aboard the Starship Enterprise. While resource allocation is routinely handled by the Main Computer, Ops can be used to evaluate departmental resource needs and then prioritize resource allocation based upon mission priorities or the orders of the Enterprise's Commander to overcome conflicting needs. Additionally, Ops is the primary link to the Enterprise's Computer systems and can be used to quickly diagnose the ship's condition as well as access or override any function aboard the spacecraft.

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Port Stations

Engineering

Located closest to the viewscreen, Engineering provides a direct link to the Impulse and Warp Propulsion Systems in addition to monitoring the various systems vital to the operation of the Stardrive Section while in separated flight mode. The Engineering workstation, as designed, mirrors all technical readouts and consoles located in Main Engineering, allowing the Chief Engineer or another Engineer to issue commands from the Battle Bridge.

Environment

Located in the center of the Battle Bridge's port bulkhead, the Environment station allows personnel to monitor the status of the vessel's life-support systems in a crisis. When manned a user may conduct routine maintenance of the life-support systems of the spacecraft, monitoring atmospheric conditions aboard the ship. As needed, users may use this workstation to modify the output of the life-support system, rerouting power or even turning off life-support in areas aboard the ship, as well as venting atmosphere from entire locations aboard the ship.

Tactical II

Located closest to the Captain's Chair on the port bulkhead, Tactical II duplicates the Tactical I display. In its default configuration, Tactical II gives priority access to the starship's offensive and defensive systems and provides an overview of the strategic situation impacting the Stardrive Section. To limit impacts upon the primary Security Officer, communications, probe launch, and tractor beam operation are managed from this workstation.

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Starboard Stations

Mission Operations

Mission Operations is the starboard workstation located closest to the viewscreen and supports the Enterprise's Operation's Manager. Mission Ops monitors secondary missions occurring aboard the Enterprise, coordinates away missions, and manages the operations of the Enterprise's Shuttlebays. In addition to these duties, the Mission Ops console monitors secondary sensor usage to help prevent resource conflicts among the various departments aboard the vessel.

Science

Manned by a Science Officer, Science is the central workstation on the starboard side of the Battle Bridge. Due to the Stardrive Section being assigned to military objectives during separated flight mode, the Battle Bridge Science station prioritizes reconnaissance, strategic, and tactical analysis of the nearby environment over generalized scientific analysis. Should the situation warrant, however, the Science Station can perform the same operations as its Main Bridge counterpart.

Tactical I

Located closest to the Commanding Officer on the Starboard Side, Tactical I is dedicated to defensive systems control and internal security and maintains priority linkages to the starship's sensor arrays to monitor for external threats. During separated flight mode the officer assigned here oversees the response to these threats and controls the Enterprise's weapons and defensive shields. Intrusion detection systems monitor the ship for internal threats, allowing the Security Officer to deploy Security Teams and conduct criminal investigations.

Miscellaneous Stations

Master Systems Display

The Master Systems Display is a large, wall-mounted computer display on the aft bulkhead of the Enterprise's Battle Bridge. Highly detailed, the Master Systems Display incorporates detailed readouts corresponding to the Enterprise and its overall mission. A large cutaway diagram of the vessel dominates the Master Systems Display, identifying the location of key systems and hardware and pinpointing systems operating outside of normal parameters.

Viewscreen

Located at the front of the Battle Bridge, the Viewscreen is a large, holographic display occupying the forward bulkhead. The Viewscreen typically shows visuals from the Enterprise's forward sensors but can display images from any external sensor array regardless of orientation. A computerized heads-up display projects over the images, allowing crew to analyze sensor data or review information from the ship's computers germane to the ship's mission. In support of Enterprise's exploratory assignments, visual communications (both internal and external to the ship) can be projected on the Viewscreen for ease of contact.

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Disclaimer

The Enterprise's Auxiliary Control began life as the USS Lalo - Deck 01: Main Bridge designed by Tadeo D'Oria. No infringement intended.

The Enterprise's Battle Bridge began life as the USS Hermes-A Bridge designed by Tadeo D'Oria. No infringement intended.