Aerospace Studies (A Sp)
1A-B. The Air Force Today (1-1)
This course deals with the Air Force in the contemporary world through a
study of the total force structure, strategic offensive and defensive forces,
general purpose forces, and aerospace support forces.
2A-B. The Development of Air Power (1-1)
This course includes the study of the development of air power from balloons
and dirigibles through contingency warfare and the peaceful employment of
U. S. air power in relief missions.
3. Leadership Laboratory (1; max total 4)
Must be taken each semester of the General Military Course (GMC). Cadets
experiment with and develop their military and leadership skills and techniques.
14. General Aviation: Private Pilot (3)
Fundamentals of flight and aerodynamics, aircraft controls and maneuvers,
powerplants and systems, flight instruments, aircraft performance, Airman's
Information Manual, flight computer, meteorology, flight planning, navigation,
Federal Aviation Regulations, and radio communications. Prepares student
for FAA private pilot written examination.
25. Air Force ROTC Field Training (3)
For all nonprior-service applicants. Taken during summer preceding entry
into AFROTC. Six-week field training to acquaint student with Air Force
life; basic military skills; Air Force weapons and support systems; and
discipline essential to military environment. The Air Force provides meals,
housing, $483 pay, and travel pay to and from designated Air Force base.
103C. Air Force ROTC Field Training (3)
Required for prior-service cadets only. Four weeks of military training
taken during the summer at designated Air Force installations. Physical
training, drill, weapon familiarization, flying, field exercises, orientation
in United States Air Force base activities, and equipment. The Air Force
provides meals, housing, $322 pay, and travel pay to and from designated
Air Force Base.
104A-B. Air Force Management and Leadership (3-3)
Prerequisite: A Sp 25, or equivalent military training. Systematic study
of published research on leadership theories and group dynamics; review
of the principles and functions of management with emphasis on problem solving
and practical application of management tools; communication skills, military
speech and writing formats.
105A-B. American Defense Policy (3-3)
Prerequisite: A Sp 104A-B. The military in contemporary society; societal
attitudes towards the military; requisites for maintaining adequate armed
forces; political and economic constraints on national defense; impact of
technological and international! developments on strategic preparedness
and policy-making; introduction to military and international law. (Former
A Sp 103A-B)
113. Leadership Laboratory (1; max total 4)
Prerequisite: A Sp 25, or equivalent military training. Must be taken each
semester of the Professional Officer Course (POC). Cadets experiment with
and develop their leadership skills and techniques.