AERO - Aerospace Studies

A survey course designed to introduce students to the United States Air Force and provides an overview of the basic characteristics, missions, and organization of the Air Force. Laboratory (AERO 1111) required for AFROTC students.

A continuation of the study of U.S. Forces, including general purpose forces, aerospace support forces, and a study of the functions of the strategic offensive and defensive forces. Laboratory (AERO 1112) required for AFROTC students.

A study of Air Force customs, courtesies, drill and ceremonies, career opportunities in the Air Force, and the life and work of an Air Force officer. An extensive physical fitness program is taught, reinforced, and evaluated. Students under contract with AFROTC must pass a physical fitness test (sit-ups, push-ups, 1.5 mile run) each term. Non-contract students must attempt the physical fitness test each term. Field trips to Air Force installations are also included. Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AERO 1101.

A continuation of AERO 1111. Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AERO 1102.

An introductory course exploring the roles of the U.S. Air Force, Army, Navy and Marine Corps through a doctrinal and historical perspective. Evolution of air power from the end of WWI through WW II. Broaden understanding of Air Force Core Value and critical thinking skills. Laboratory (AERO 2111) required for AFROTC students.

A continuation of AS 2101. Introduction into and development of leadership fundamentals, with an emphasis on ethical and communication foundations. Laboratory (AERO 2112) required for AFROTC students.

A continuation of AERO 1112. Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AERO 2101.

A continuation of AERO 2111. Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AERO 2102.

A continuation of AERO 2111. Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AERO 3301.

A continuation of AERO 3111. Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AERO 3302.

A study of leadership/followership, authority/responsibility, and management functions, motivation, feedback ethics, team building, and counseling subordinates. Emphasis is placed on improving speaking/writing communication skills and assessing personal leadership strengths and weaknesses. Corequisite: Concurrent laboratory AERO (3111) enrollment required for AFROTC students.

A continuation of AERO 3301. Corequisite: Concurrent laboratory AERO (3111) enrollment required for AFROTC students.

A continuation of AERO 3112. Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AERO 4301.

A continuation of AERO 4001. Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AERO 4302.

A study of civilian control of the military the national security process and issues. American issues, American defense strategy and policy, and the Air Force organizational structure. Concurrent enrollment in AERO 4111 is required for AFROTC students. This course may also be taken by non-AFROTC students without the lab. Prerequisite: upper-level standing or consent of instructor.

This course prepares the student for active duty studying various world regions, officership, the military justice system, the military as a profession, and advanced leadership ethics. Special emphasis is placed on speaking and writing skills in the unique military-style format. Laboratory (AERO 4112) enrollment required for AFROTC students.