DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE
AIR UNIVERSITY (AETC)
3 Jan 2012
MEMORANDUM FOR ALL AEROSPACE STUDIES 300 CADETS/STUDENTS
FROM: AFROTC DETACHMENT 172/OFC
SUBJECT: AS 3002 Syllabus-Spring 2012
1. Course Description: Aerospace Studies (AS) 3002 is a study of leadership, management
fundamentals, professional knowledge, Air Force personnel and evaluation systems, leadership ethics,
and the 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 (LLAB) for cadets,
complements this course by providing advanced leadership experiences in officer-type activities, giving
students the opportunity to apply the leadership and management principles of this course.
2. Course Objectives: Comprehend selected individual leadership skills and personal strengths and
weaknesses as applied in an Air Force environment. Comprehend the responsibility and authority of the
Air Force officer, the Air Force officer’s responsibilities in the counseling and feedback process, and the
selected duties and responsibilities as a subordinate leader. Comprehend and apply the concepts of ethical
behavior as well as comprehend the selected concepts, principles, and theories of Air Force leadership
and management. Apply listening, speaking, and writing skills in Air Force-peculiar formats and
situations with accuracy, clarity, and the appropriate style.
3. Required Texts:
a. Leadership Studies, T-309
b. Principles of Leadership and Management, T-307*
c. Concepts for Air Force Leadership, T-304 (AU-24)*
d. Holm Center Training Manual, T-700
e. The Tongue and Quill, AFH 33-337
f.
The Armed Forces Officer, T-503*
* = Must be returned or a hold will be placed on your VSU record
4. Course Assignments: Each student should attend all scheduled classes and be prepared for the class.
Assignments and readings for each class period are listed on the first page of the assigned lesson in your
AS 300 Student Reader (Leadership Studies, T-309). You may access the Det 172 website at
www.valdosta.edu/afrotc to review and print out course slides. In addition to a quiz and examinations,
each student must complete the following class assignments:
a. Briefing – 7 to 10 minutes with topic
b. Writing assignment – One page with topic
c. Daily briefings – 2 to 3 minutes daily current event briefings
5. Class Meeting and Examination Schedule: Classes meet on Monday and Wednesday (1200-1315)
in Barrow Hall, Room 102. The LLAB meets on Thursday (1530 to 1730) in Pound Hall.
6. Holiday Breaks: 16 Jan 2012, MLK
12-16 Mar 2012, Spring Break
7. Grading System:
a. Contracted cadets must earn at least a “C” in AS classes to maintain their contracts. All students
must have at least a “C” in all AS classes to enter the POC.
b. Late assignments are handled on a case-by-case basis. There will be a quiz, class assignments, and
two examinations given during the semester. There will be two class assignments this term: a
written assignment and a military briefing. Finally, there will be daily current events briefings given
at the beginning of each class.
c. Grading points:
Areas of evaluation
Midterm Exam
Final Exam
Briefing
Talking Paper
Participation (attendance, current events briefings, etc)
Total
Value
25% (100 points)
25% (100 points)
25% (100 points)
15% (100 points)
10% (100 points)
100% (500 points)
d. Grading Scale:
90 - 100
80 – 89
70 – 79
60 – 69
59 – Below
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A
B
C
D
F
8. Classroom conduct:
a. Your actions, speech, dress and appearance reflect upon your character and integrity. You are
expected to behave in a manner becoming of a future officer in the United States Air Force at all
times both in and out of class.
b. Cadets will wear a duty uniform to class. The short-sleeve/long-sleeve blue shirt combination,
Airman Battle Uniform, and flight suit (Pilot/CSO/ABM selects) are authorized… but everyone
must be standardized. “Blues” must be worn at least once per week.
c. When an instructor or senior officer (Colonel or above) enters or leaves the classroom, ALL cadets
will come to attention unless otherwise directed. When a class is concluded, ALL cadets will come
to attention.
d. While we promote teamwork, we also expect and enforce high standards of academic integrity. It is
contrary to Air Force Core Values and the university’s policy to dishonestly enhance grades. If you
fail the integrity check, expect to be disciplined by both the detachment and the university.
e. Drinks and food are allowed in class providing you don’t make a mess. If you make a mess, you
will clean it up before leaving. Eating is not permitted while briefings are being given by cadets.
f. We encourage academic freedom in class as well as non-attribution. However, you are reminded to
remain professional at all times and show the proper respect to the instructor and to your fellow
students.
9. Attendance Policy:
a. You are expected to attend all AS classes and be on time unless you have a valid excuse. All
excused absences should be coordinated with me and make-up arrangements made prior to missing a
class. An excused absence is one where I am notified that you will not attend class and you
complete the make-up assignment or make special arrangements with me to attend a make-up class
session. You will receive a zero for any event you miss during an unexcused absence. Also, your
participation grade will be lowered by five points for each unexcused absence. A minimum of 80
percent attendance in scheduled classes is required for a passing grade (i.e. if you have more than
five unexcused absences you will fail the AS 300 course). VSU’s policy states any student who
misses 20 percent or more of scheduled classes is subject to a failing grade.
b. For any absence (excused or not excused) you have 36 hours from the end of your “missed” assigned
class to coordinate any quizzes, tests or make-up work. This is YOUR responsibility. Failure to
coordinate missed work will result in a zero for the missed assignment! Additionally, any unexcused
absence will result in the loss participation points.
c. Please notify me of your anticipated tardiness, if possible. Arriving late without an excuse three
times will result in the loss of five class participation points. An excused tardy is one in which you
coordinated with me beforehand or one in which you have no control.
10. Leadership Laboratory: LLAB is a pass/fail class. It will not affect your AS 300 academic grade.
Air Force ROTC cadets must pass LLAB. You are required to attend all scheduled or makeup LLAB
periods. The Operation Flight Commander will issue a LLAB syllabus detailing policies and grading
criteria during the first LLAB. You may receive a maximum of three (3) credit hours for LLAB over
your entire time at VSU. Ensure your Form 48 reflects no more than three credit hours attributed to AS
1000.
11. Civil Involvements: Contract/scholarship students and those pursuing commissioning must report
all “civil involvements”. Any offense, violation of law or ordinance or any other incident causing adverse
involvement or contact with civil, military or school authorities is an involvement for Air Force ROTC
purposes. Complete an AFROTC Form 35 within 72 hours of the involvement when it takes place during
school sessions. If the involvement occurs during vacation or holidays, complete the form within 72
hours of returning to campus. Bring any documentation provided to you by civilian/military law
enforcement authorities as corroboration.
12. Discrimination/Sexual Harassment: The Air Force and Valdosta State University do not
tolerate discrimination and/or sexual harassment. Allegations of discrimination/sexual harassment
will be investigated fully and any guilty party(s) will be held responsible. Discrimination and sexual
harassment are detrimental to the mission (your education) and the Air Force way of life. We must treat
people right, not just because it is the law, but because it is the right thing to do.
13. Drug Use Policy: The Air Force does not tolerate use, abuse, possession, or handling of any illegal
or dangerous narcotics, hallucinogens or drug-related paraphernalia. Violating this policy may result in
your dismissal from Air Force ROTC and prosecution by authorities.
14. Special Accommodations: Students requesting classroom accommodations or modifications
because of a documented disability must contact the Access Office for Students with Disabilities located
in Farber Hall. The phone numbers are 245-2498 (v/vp) and 219-1348 (TTY).
15. Counseling: Prior to midterm, each student will sign up for term counseling with me. A calendar
will be provided for you to schedule an appointment. Other counseling will occur as needed. You must
bring your updated Fm 48, with advisor review, to the counseling appointment. A Degree Works product
will also be required (details will follow). Appointments are your responsibility to keep.
16. If you have any questions, I may be contacted by making an appointment, calling my office number
of 333-5954, via e-mail at kpeters@valdosta.edu, or in an emergency by calling my cell phone at 229630-4008.
//Signed, ksp, 14 Dec 2011//
KIMBERLY S. PETERS, Capt, USAF
Operations Flight Commander
LESSON
TITLE
Date
28
28
N/A
29
26
26
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27
30
30
31
32
33
33
N/A
34
35
35
N/A
N/A
36
37
37
37/39
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42
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41
Effective Supervision
Effective Supervision cont
NO CLASSES- MLK
Developing Airmen
“The Caine Mutiny” a study of Dynamic Subordinancy
“The Caine Mutiny” a study of Dynamic Subordinancy
“The Caine Mutiny” a study of Dynamic Subordinancy
AF Military Equal Opportunity
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response II
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response II cont
Leadership Authority and Responsibility
Corrective Supervision and Counseling
Counseling & Practicum
Counseling & Practicum cont
Mid-Term
Air Force Core Values Case Studies
Standards and Accountability
Standards and Accountability cont
NO CLASS- SPRING BREAK
NO CLASS- SPRING BREAK
Leadership & Management Case Studies
12 Angry Men
12 Angry Men
12 Angry Men/ Supervisor’s In-Basket
Supervisor’s In-Basket
Ethical and Moral Leadership in the Military
Briefings
Briefings
Joint Ethics
Capstone: “Remember the Titans”
Capstone: “Remember the Titans”
Capstone: “Remember the Titans”
Final Exam/Course Critique
9 Jan
11 Jan
16 Jan
18 Jan
23 Jan
25 Jan
30 Jan
1 Feb
6 Feb
8 Feb
13 Feb
15 Feb
20 Feb
22 Feb
27 Feb
29 Feb
5 Mar
7 Mar
12 Mar
14 Mar
19 Mar
21 Mar
26 Mar
28 Mar
2 Apr
4 Apr
9 Apr
11 Apr
16 Apr
18 Apr
23 Apr
25 Apr
30 Apr
Remember to be safe while on break. We would like to see you all back in one piece next fall!
Current As Of: 3 Jan 2012