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    Aerospace Studies
    211 Graham Hall
    Phone: (915) 747-5232/5493
    E-mail: afrotc@utep.edu

    CHAIRPERSON AND PROFESSOR: Terry R. Adler
    ASSISTANT PROFESSORS: Anderson, Jakcsy
    PARTICIPATING FACULTY: McNichols

    The college Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) curriculum provides preprofessional preparation for future Air Force officers. It is designed to motivate and prepare college men and women for their initial active duty assignments as Air Force commissioned officers. The curriculum is designed to give the student an understanding of the military instrument of national power with emphasis on the United States Air Force and how it fits into American society. Inherent in course content and methodology are opportunities for the student to develop the capacity to think creatively, speak and write effectively, and lead and manage efficiently.

    The Air Force ROTC Commissioning Program is open to all qualified male and female students in all academic majors leading to a bachelor's degree. The program is also open to graduate students. The program is divided into the General Military Course (Basic Course) and the Professional Officer Course (Advanced Course).

    Scholarships
    Four-year Scholarships: Air Force ROTC scholarships are available annually. These scholarships are awarded on a nationally competitive basis to high school graduates. Interested high school seniors should obtain application requests from their counselors and submit the request by December. Application forms are also available at the Aerospace Studies Program.

    Two and Three-Year Scholarships: These scholarships are awarded on a nationally competitive basis to college students. Students, including those not enrolled in Aerospace Studies, may apply through the Aerospace Studies Program. Applications may be submitted anytime.

    One-year Scholarships: Limited one-year scholarships are available for certain high demand majors. Applications may be submitted anytime.

    General Military Course (GMC)
    The first two years of Air Force ROTC (AS 1121-1122 and AS 2121-2122) form the basic course known as the GMC. Basic courses are normally taken during the freshman and sophomore years. There is no military obligation associated with basic courses and they count as free elective credit. Scholarships are available for qualified students. All GMC students with Air Force ROTC scholarships must complete one English composition course prior to completion of the first two years of the program.

    Professional Officer Course (POC)
    The last two years (AS 3301-3302 and 4301-4302) form the advanced course known as the POC. The POC normally requires two academic years to complete. The two academic years can be a combination of junior-senior, senior-graduate or all graduate years. A one-year program may be offered for specific majors (i.e., Nursing). Students must be physically and mentally qualified for POC entry and have a desire to be commissioned in the Air Force. Completion of the GMC is not a prerequisite for the POC. All POC cadets must demonstrate proficiency in math reasoning before completion of the program. This requires the completion of MATH 3011, its equivalent, or a higher level of proficiency if math placement scores dictate enrollment in a higher level math course. Students must attend a four-week or a six-week summer orientation course. Advanced courses may be taken out of sequence, but compressed or dual enrollment is prohibited. POC cadets are paid $150.00 per month for a maximum of 30 months. Cadets also receive payment for the summer orientation course.

    Leadership Training
    This training is an integral and mandatory portion of the Aerospace Studies curriculum. Within the framework of the cadet corps, it provides a progression of experiences designed to develop each student's leadership potential and serves as an orientation to military life.

    Aerospace Studies (AS)

    1121 The Air Force Today I (1-0)
    A survey course designed to introduce students to the United States Air Force and Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps. Featured topics include: mission and organization of the Air Force, officership and professionalism, military customs and courtesies, Air Force officer opportunities, group leadership problems, and an introduction to communication skills. Leadership Laboratory is mandatory for Air Force ROTC cadets, and it complements this course by providing cadets with followership experiences.

    1122 The Air Force Today II (1-0)
    A survey course designed to introduce students to the United States Air Force and Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps. Featured topics include: mission and organization of the Air Force, officership and professionalism, military customs and courtesies, Air Force officer opportunities, group leadership problems, and an introduction to communication skills. Leadership Laboratory is mandatory for Air Force ROTC cadets, and it complements this course by providing cadets with followership experiences.

    2121 The Air Force Way I (1-0)
    A survey course designed to facilitate the transition from Air Force ROTC cadet to Air Force ROTC candidate. Featured topics include: Air Force heritage, Air Force leaders, Quality Air Force, an introduction to ethics and values, introduction to leadership, group leadership problems, and continuing application of communication skills. Leadership Laboratory is mandatory for Air Force ROTC cadets, and it complements this course by providing cadets with their first opportunity for applied leadership experiences discussed in class.

    2122 The Air Force Way II (1-0)
    A survey course designed to facilitate the transition from Air Force ROTC cadet to Air Force ROTC candidate. Featured topics include: Air Force heritage, Air Force leaders, Quality Air Force, an introduction to ethics and values, introduction to leadership, group leadership problems, and continuing application of communication skills. Leadership Laboratory is mandatory for Air Force ROTC cadets, and it complements this course by providing cadets with their first opportunity for applied leadership experiences discussed in class.

    3301 Air Force Management and Leadership I (3-0)
    A study of leadership and quality management fundamentals, professional knowledge, Air Force doctrine, leadership ethics, and communication skills required of an Air Force junior officer. Case studies are used to examine Air Force leadership and management situations as a means of demonstrating and exercising practical application of the concepts being studied. A mandatory Leadership Laboratory complements this course by providing advanced leadership experiences in officer-type activities, giving students the opportunity to apply leadership and management principles of this course.

    3302 Air Force Management and Leadership II (3-0)
    A study of leadership and quality management fundamentals, professional knowledge, Air Force doctrine, leadership ethics, and communication skills required of an Air Force junior officer. Case studies are used to examine Air Force leadership and management situations as a means of demonstrating and exercising practical application of the concepts being studied. A mandatory Leadership Laboratory complements this course by providing advanced leadership experiences in officer-type activities, giving students the opportunity to apply leadership and management principles of this course.

    4301 Preparation for Active Duty I (3-0)
    Examines the national security process, regional studies, advanced leadership ethics, Air Force doctrine. Special topics of interest focus on the military as a profession, officership, military justice, civilian control of the military, preparation for active duty, and current issues affecting military professionalism. Within this structure, continued emphasis is given to refining communication skills. An additional Leadership Laboratory complements this course by providing advanced leadership experiences, giving students the opportunity to apply the leadership and management principles of this course.

    4302 Preparation for Active Duty II (3-0)
    Examines the national security process, regional studies, advanced leadership ethics, Air Force doctrine. Special topics of interest focus on the military as a profession, officership, military justice, civilian control of the military, preparation for active duty, and current issues affecting military professionalism. Within this structure, continued emphasis is given to refining communication skills. An additional Leadership Laboratory complements this course by providing advanced leadership experiences, giving students the opportunity to apply the leadership and management principles of this course.

     

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