Aerospace Studies (AS)

AS 101 The Foundations of the United States Air Force 1 Credit

Basic introduction to the United States Air Force and Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps. Topics: mission and organization of the Air Force, officership and professionalism, military customs and courtesies, Air Force opportunities, group leadership problems, and communication skills. Includes: Lecture (1 hour). Students pursuing an Air Force commission must also register for AS101 LL1, which includes 2 hours of Leadership Laboratory and 3 hours of Physical Training, weekly. Course Attributes: Not eligible for use as part of the six ROTC credits allowed for degree electives.

AS 102 The Foundations of the United States Air Force 1 Credit

A continuation of AS101, introducing the United States Air Force and Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps. Topics: mission and organization of the Air force, officership and professionalism, military customs and courtesies, Air Force opportunities, group leadership problems, and communication skills. Prerequisite: AS101 or equivalent with a “C” or better. This requirement may be waived by the Aerospace Studies Instructor. Includes: Lecture (1 hour). Students pursuing an Air Force commission must also register for AS102 LL1, which includes 2 hours of Leadership Laboratory and 3 hours of Physical Training, weekly. Course Attributes: Not eligible for use as part of the six ROTC credits allowed for degree electives.

AS 201 The Evolution of USAF Air and Space Power 1 Credit

Focuses on the history of airpower and the military doctrine for its employment. Topics: Air Force heritage, Air Force leaders, general aspects of air and space power, and communication skills. Prerequisite: Must have successfully completed AS101 and AS102 or equivalent with a “C” or better. This requirement may be waived by the Aerospace Studies Instructor. Includes: Lecture (1 hour). Students pursuing an Air Force commission must also register for AS201 LL1, which includes 2 hours of Leadership Laboratory and 3 hours of Physical Training, weekly. Courses Attributes: Not eligible for use as part of the six ROTC credits allowed for degree electives.

AS 202 The Evolution of USAF Air and Space Power 1 Credit

A continuation of AS201 focusing on the history and uses of airpower through the late 20th century and into the 21st century. Topics: Airpower doctrine and strategy, and communication skills. Perquisite: AS201 or equivalent with a “C” or better. This requirement may be waived by the Aerospace Studies Instructor. Includes: Lecture (1 hour). Students pursuing an Air Force commission must also register for AS202 LL1, which includes 2 hours of Leadership Laboratory and 3 hours of Physical Training, weekly. Course Attributes: Not eligible for use as part of the six ROTC credits allowed for degree electives.

AS 311 Air Force Leadership Studies 3 Credits

A study of leadership and management fundamentals, professional knowledge, ethics, and communication skills required of an Air Force officer. Prerequisite: Must pass AS202 or equivalent with a “C” or better. This requirement may be waived by the Aerospace Studies Instructor. Includes: Lecture (3 hours). Students pursuing an Air Force commission must also register for AS311 LL1, which includes 2 hours of Leadership Laboratory and 3 hours of Physical Training, weekly. Course Attributes: May be used as part of the six ROTC credits allowed for degree electives.

AS 312 Air Force Leadership Studies 3 Credits

A continuation of AS311 focusing on leadership and management fundamentals, professional knowledge, ethics, and communication skills. Prerequisite: Must pass AS311 or equivalent with a “C” or batter. This requirement may be waived by the Aerospace Studies Instructor. Includes: Lecture (3 hours). Students pursuing an Air Force commission must also register for AS312 LL1, which includes 2 hours of Leadership Laboratory and 3 hours of Physical Training, weekly. Course Attributes: May be used as part of the six ROTC credits allowed for degree electives.

AS 411 National Security Affairs/Preparation for Active Duty 3 Credits

Examines the national security process, regional studies, advanced leadership ethics, and Air Force doctrine. Topics: officership as a profession, military justice, civil-military relations, preparation for active duty, and current issues affecting the military profession. Enrollment restricted to students pursuing a commission. Prerequisite: AS312. Includes: Lecture (3 hours). Students must also register for AS411 LL1. Course Attributes: May be used as part of the six ROTC credits allowed for degree electives.

AS 412 National Security Affairs/Preparation for Active Duty 3 Credits

A continuation of AS411 focusing on the national security process, regional studies, advanced leadership ethics, and Air Force doctrine. Topics: officership as a profession, military justice, civil-military relations, preparation for active duty, and current issues affecting the military profession. Enrollment restricted to students pursuing a commission. Prerequisite: AS411. Includes: Lecture (3 hours). Students must also register for AS411 LL1. Course Attributes: May be used as part of the six ROTC credits allowed for degree electives.