Primary control of the Enterprise class is provided by the Main Bridge, which is located in the center of Deck 1 at the top of the primary hull. The Main Bridge supervises all shipboard operations and coordinates all activities carried out aboard the starship.
The primary Bridge configuration of the Enterprise class is based upon the successful Sovereign Class Main Bridge design. Incorporating the addition of several new console designed, the Enterprise Class Bridge module is currently considered to be the most efficient design available at present time. The Main Bridge command stations provide seating and information
displays for the Commanding Officer (normally the captain) and two other
officers, typically the First Officer and a Mission Advisor. The command stations
are centrally located, designed to maximize interaction with all key bridge
personnel, while permitting an unobstructed view of the main screen.
The captain’s chair features armrests that incorporate miniaturized
status displays, and simplified Conn and Ops controls. Upon keyboard or
vocal command, the captain can use these controls to override the basic
operation of the Enterprise. Such overrides are generally reserved for
emergency situations however. The other two seating positions in the command area
include somewhat larger information display terminal screens, which permit
these officers to access and manipulate data as part of their duties. Three large computer panels surround the command area and are located directly behind each seat in the command arena. The two Officer seats are also equipped with computer panels to carry out their assigned duties.
Directly fore of the command area is the Flight Control Officer, who faces the main viewer. The Flight Control console, often referred to as Conn, is responsible for the actual piloting and navigation of the spacecraft. Although these are heavily automated functions, their criticality demands a human officer to oversee these operations at all times. The Flight Control Officer (also referred to as Conn) receives instructions directly from the Commanding Officer. Their duties include piloting the vessel during manual flight operations, serving as a liaison to the Engineering department, supervising computer flight, and course plotting. The Flight Control console displays readings from navigational and tactical sensors and can also control weapons when the need arises.
To the port side of the Flight Control Officer, also facing the main viewer, is the Systems Control Station - which is identical in size and design to the Helm control station. The Systems Control station is a highly secure station on the Bridge that is directly connected to the Engineering computers, the Flight Control processors, and the Tactical systems. This consoles primary function is the observation of shipboard systems, however it is not limited to just these functions. In the event of an emergency situation aboard the Enterprise this station can be used to control any function aboard the ship if necessary. In addition this station has priority linkups to the Federation Galactic Memory bank on Memory Alpha and a direct link to the Sensors of the starship for hazard monitoring.
At the very front of the bridge chamber is located a large (5.0 x 3.0 meter) visual display panel. This main viewer is generally used to display the output of one of the forward optical scanners, but can easily be reset for any other visual, informational, or communications use. When in communications mode, the main viewer shares the use of a dedicated sub-processor, which permits near-instantaneous conversion and display of nearly any visual communications format. The main viewer display matrix includes omni-holographic display elements and is thus capable of displaying three-dimensional information, however it is typically set to two-dimensional imaging.
Science stations I and II are located along the starboard side of the Main Bridge on an elevated platform. These stations are used by bridge personnel to provide real-time scientific data to the command personnel and are typically manned. Primary science and sensor functions are provided by the station that faces the center of the bridge and sensing and analysis are conducted by the wall mounted Science 2 station.
The Environmental Systems station permits monitoring and control of the life support systems aboard the Enterprise. This station is normally programmed to monitor status and performance for atmosphere, temperature, gravity, inertial damping, and shielding subsystems. Environment also monitors critical consumables such as oxygen and water. Finally, this station also oversees the function of the various recycling and reprocessing systems that insure a continuous supply of breathable air, water, food, and other consumables.
Next the corridor access door is the Chief Tactical Officer’s console. Behind the forward-facing console is a larger area, with bigger displays and additional command and control panels. This area has been designed for internal security. In standard configuration, the Chief of Security/Tactical Officer is in primary control of external security and weapons systems with the sister console configured for more sensor work and management of internal security.
Located against the aft wall of the bridge is a large master systems display monitor, similar to the one in main engineering. This large wall display features a cutaway of the
Enterprise, showing the location of key systems and hardware, highlighting any
elements that are currently experiencing any condition that is not normal. Directly ahead of this station is a large control station that has been set to monitor internal systems operations and serve as a backup systems control console.
The Engineering systems monitor is in a control panel similar to that of the Security/Tactical workstations. This station duplicates in simplified form the Chief Engineer’s primary status displays (including the warp propulsion system, impulse propulsion system, and related subsystems) from Main Engineering. The purpose of this station is to permit the Chief Engineer to maintain supervision over engineering systems while on the bridge. This is particularly critical during Alert situations that may require the Chief Engineer’s presence on the bridge while simultaneously requiring that officer to maintain a close watch over the status of key systems.
Along the port wall, next to the second egress into the corridors of the USS Enterprise, is the Operations Section of the Starship Enterprise. The first station is the Mission Ops station. It provides additional support to the Operations Manager, and is specifically responsible for monitoring activity relating to secondary missions. Next to it is the communications station which provides and monitors communications channels.
The inward facing and final control panel on the Bridge of the Enterprise is the Operations Management Station. Many shipboard operations involve scheduling resources or hardware (such as power or the use of sensors) that affect a number of departments. In many such cases, it is common for various operations to present conflicting requirements. It is the responsibility of the Operations Management Officer to coordinate such activities so that mission goals are not jeopardized.
Several doors are located throughout the Bridge of the Enterprise Class starship. A single door exists on both sides of the main Viewscreen and provide access to key locations on the ship. The door on the starboard side permits access to the Enterprise's Equipment storage Lockers and a small armory for the bridge crew. The door on the port provides access to the small restroom facility used by the Bridge crew. In the center of each wall are doors that provide access to other areas of deck one. The door on the starboard side is the quickest way to gain entry to the Admiral's Ready Room while its counterpart on the port is the quickest way to gain entry to the XO's office. The two doors next to the MSD monitor provide access to the Enterprise's Conference Room.
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Briefing Room
Executive Officer's Office
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Admiral's Dining Lounge
Main Shuttlebay
Shuttlebay Control
Transporter Room
Admiral Teagarden's Quarters
Officer's Quarters
Enlisted Officers Quarters
Astrometrics
Science Labs
Sickbay
Counselor's Office
Battle Bridge
Saucer Engineering
Twelve Forward
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Infirmary
Banquet Hall
Security Office
Tactical Cartography
Torpedo Bay
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