DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE
AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND
23 Sep 2015
MEMORANDUM FOR 765th AFROTC CADET WING GMC MEMBERS
FROM: AFROTC DET 765/OFC
SUBJECT: General Military Course (GMC) Leadership Laboratory Syllabus – Fall 2015
1.
ACADEMIC POLICIES/RESOURCES
Academic Freedom/Academic Integrity: The free exchange of opinions and ideas is essential to the educational process and, to the greatest extent possible, faculty, students, and staff are encouraged to speak and write freely. Statements, disagreements, and other comments made by individuals or groups in the educational forum are safeguarded through the practice of non-attribution. However, academic freedom must be tempered by good judgment to refrain from making offensive remarks, unfounded opinions, or irresponsible statements either verbally or in writing. All cadets must adhere to the highest standards of academic integrity. You are prohibited from engaging in plagiarism, cheating, misrepresentation, unprofessional relationships, or any other act constituting a lack of academic integrity. All individuals who violate this are subject to adverse administrative action including disenrollment, expulsion from school, and disciplinary action.
Students With Disabilities: If you need accommodations because of a disability, please inform your instructor immediately and contact Dr. Jane Warner in 103 Thompson Hall or call 843-953-1820 to schedule an appointment. Her office is responsible for reviewing documentation provided by students requesting academic accommodations, and for accommodations planning in cooperation with
students and instructors, as needed and consistent with course requirements. If your request for accommodations has already been approved and you have your accommodation letter, please see the instructor as soon as possible during office hours.
Academic Support Center: The Academic Support Center’s mission is to aid students in their transition to college life and help them achieve individual academic success culminating into graduation. Services are free to students and include academic advising, L.E.A.D program guidance, mandatory study program, math and writing labs, subject area tutoring, and supplemental instruction. For more information or assistance, contact 843-953-5305 or ascenter@citadel.edu
2.
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to AERO450, AFROTC Detachment 765’s Leadership Laboratory (abbreviated as
LLAB, and usually called “Lead Lab”). The main focus of Leadership Laboratory for Aerospace
Studies 100-level cadets (also called Initial Military Training or “IMT” cadets) is to comprehend the basic concepts of the Air Force while the AS 200-level cadets (also called Field Training
Preparation or “FTP” cadets) will be preparing for Field Training. The IMT and FTP classes make up the GMC (“General Military Course”). a.
LLAB includes a study of Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, and the giving of military commands. Also included are studying the environment of the Air

Force officer and learning about opportunities available to commissioned officers. LLAB objectives covered this year are listed in Attachment 1 . b.
For FTP cadets, Field Training will require unique military decorum rules such as squaring corners, coming to attention with heels to the wall, and using the seven basic responses. However, for training purposes these requirements will only be required during
LLAB hours (at the discretion of the flight commander) and will not be used outside of these hours.
3.
HOW TO SUCCEED IN LLAB :
You are expected to be actively engaged in your leadership development at Detachment 765. The following behaviors are encouraged and expected for a passing grade in AERO450:
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Show commitment to the Cadet Honor Code.
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Strive for outstanding performance, have a positive attitude, and excellent military bearing and appearance.
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Practice effective time management and consistently meet suspenses established by the detachment staff.
 Attend all ROTC events… LLAB, PT, and ROTC Training Weekends.
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Go above and beyond in your cadet duties.
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Show no indifference to military training.
4.
CLASS TIMES
During the semester you are expected to attend all scheduled Professional Military Training
(PMT) sessions, which include LLAB, PT, and ROTC training weekends. For cadets on contract it is mandatory that you attend all scheduled PMT sessions. If you are unable to attend regularly scheduled PMT sessions you must attend the make-up sessions as scheduled. Typical PMT sessions include LLAB, PT, and ROTC weekends. a.
Primary LLAB : Thursdays from 1600 – 1800 hrs b.
Makeup LLAB : Mondays from 1200 – 1250 hrs held in AS100 classroom c.
PT : Mondays from 1600 – 1700 and Wednesdays from 0540 – 0640 hrs; held in front of the F-4 static display on Summerall Field d.
ROTC Training Weekends : 17-20 Sep and 13-15 Nov
5.
CADET RESPONSIBILITIES
Each cadet is part of the Air Force training organization where we accomplish, on a regular basis, practical military training. As a participant in the Air Force ROTC program, you are expected to adhere to both Air Force and Air Force ROTC standards. This applies to personal appearance and grooming ( AFI 36-2903 Air Force Dress & Appearance Standards ), rendering proper customs and courtesies, and acting in a professional manner.

a.
ENROLLMENT
You must be enrolled in AERO450-01 or AERO450-02 to receive credit for LLAB.
AERO450-02 is reserved for makeup LLAB cadets who can’t attend regular LLAB on
Thursday afternoons. To enroll in either class, meet with your academic advisor to do so b.
GRADING
LLAB is graded on a PASS/FAIL system and will not affect your course grade in Aerospace
Studies classes. In accordance with AFROTCI 36-2011 and AFROTCI 36-2010, each cadet must satisfy three requirements to receive a passing grade: (1) adhere to the attendance requirements mentioned below, (2) attempt the physical fitness assessment (PFA), (3) not show indifference to military training. You must pass LLAB to remain in AFROTC and to be eligible for an Air Force officer commission. c.
ATTENDANCE
There are a total of 12 LLABs and 18 PT sessions this semester. The expectation is 100% attendance at all LLABs activities and PT sessions. At a minimum, you must attend at least
80% of PMT activities to pass LLAB, which means attending no fewer than 10 LLABs, 14
PT sessions, and both ROTC training weekends. Attendance will be taken at all regularly scheduled and make-up PMT sessions. It is your responsibility to ensure that your presence is accounted for. If you fail to meet to required 80% attendance minimum, you will be dismissed/disenrolled from the AFROTC program.
Total Meetings 80% Attendance to Pass AERO450
LLABs & Makeup LLABs
Mon/Wed PT Sessions
12
18
Attend at least 10 LLABs
Attend at least 14 total PT sessions d.
FITNESS :
You will be required to attempt the Air Force Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) this semester in order to pass AERO450. This test includes a body composition component
(height/weight and waist tape measurements) and 3 muscular/cardio fitness components
(pushups in 1 minute, situps in 1 minute, and a 1.5 mile run). You are expected to maintain all physical fitness and height/weight standards to remain in good standing in the program.
To view the minimum/maximum scores for the PFA, please visit: http://www.afpc.af.mil/shared/media/document/AFD-110804-054.pdf
. e.
PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT & RELATIONSHIPS
As a member of the 765th AFROTC Cadet Wing you will be given a rank and position.
While holding any position in the cadet wing and military you are required to adhere to the rules and regulations governing proper relationships with subordinates. i.
The supervisor – subordinate relationship is based on mutual respect. Cadets are specifically forbidden from using their rank or position to take, or be perceived as taking, undue advantage of subordinates; prohibited from maltreating each other, including discrimination, sexual or other types of harassment, hazing, disrespectful treatment or language, oppression, abusive initiations or rites of passage, physical discipline, or deprivation of any right or privilege to which they are legally entitled as cadets or students. A merit/demerit system will not be used within the cadet wing.

ii.
Cadets in the cadet chain of command should refrain from engaging in social relationships (dating), with other cadets within the chain of command. This behavior has the potential to undermine discipline and morale in the cadet wing by creating a perception of favoritism and potentially becoming an unprofessional relationship.
iii.
Social Networking : Remember that you are representing the Air Force at all times.
Be aware of this in online engagements in the public domain through social networking sites like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Google +, Tumblr, Vine, etc. Be smart about what you post!
f.
TIMELINESS
It is your responsibility to attend all scheduled appointments. When you are scheduled to meet with a staff member or a staff member makes appointment for you, it is your duty to ensure you arrive at the appointment on time (meaning 5 minutes early) or reschedule prior to appointment time. Appointments may be made verbally, written, by email or any other form of communication. I expect you to notify your cadet flight commander of your absence before the event or shortly after if unable to do so prior. g.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Extracurricular activities outside of PMT and AS course work, unless otherwise stated by the OFC, are strictly voluntary. Voluntary extracurricular activities include, but are not limited to cadet wing booster club fundraising events, unit socials, and cadet clubs – Arnold
Air Society (AAS), Silver Wings (SW), and Civil Air Patrol (CAP). If cadets participate in voluntary activities, extracurricular clubs or hazardous/dangerous activities, they do so as university students, any injuries could result in loss of AFROTC status and benefits, and the
Air Force is not liable for medical care in any way. Cadet activities are not sponsored by
AFROTC or Det 765 unless there is a signed/approved OPORD from a Det 765 cadre member.
6.
Remember, you MUST receive a passing grade in leadership laboratory (AERO450) to remain in AFROTC and satisfy GMC requirements. If you do not complete the above items as determined by my review, you will fail LLAB and therefore not meet AFROTC retention requirements and be dismissed or disenrolled from the program.
7.
AFROTC is designed to develop the Air Force Leaders of tomorrow. You are those leaders!
Your first two years as a GMC member are crucial in developing your understanding of the Air
Force with the ultimate goal of preparing you for active duty. As future officer candidates, it is important to remember that we are evaluating you at all times. Always try your best even when you think no one is watching!
//Signed/cpd/23 Sep 15//
CHRISTOPHER P. DOMMERT, Capt, USAF
Operations Flight Commander

Attachments:
1) LLAB Objectives
2) Fall LLAB & Makeup LLAB Schedule
3) Fall Regular & Makeup PT Schedule
4) Academic Freedom/Academic Integrity Definitions

Attachment 1: LLAB Objectives
(Excerpted from AFROTC T-508, Leadership Laboratory (LLAB) Curriculum Handbook; Cadet’s Guide to LLAB )

Attachment 2: Fall 2015 LLAB Schedule
DATE
Call
Thursday LLAB Schedule
Welcome Back - Commander's
Thurs, 3-Sep-15
Thurs, 10-Sep-15 LLAB (Awards)
Thurs, 17-Sep-15
Thurs, 24-Sep-15
Thurs, 1-Oct-15
Thurs, 8-Oct-15
Thurs, 15-Oct-15
Thurs, 22-Oct-15 LLAB
Thurs, 29-Oct-15 LLAB
Thurs, 5-Nov-15 LLAB
Thurs, 12-Nov-15 LLAB
Thurs, 19-Nov-15 LLAB
Thurs, 26-Nov-15 NO LLAB – Fall Furlough
Thurs, 3-Dec-15
LLAB / Base Visit
LLAB (AF Birthday Celebration)
LLAB
LLAB
NO LLAB - Midterm Exams
Final LLAB & Change of Command
DATE Monday LLAB Schedule
Mon, 7-Sep-15
Mon, 14-Sep-15
Mon, 21-Sep-15
Mon, 28-Sep-15
Mon, 5-Oct-15
Mon, 12-Oct-15
Mon, 19-Oct-15
Welcome Back – CC Call
Makeup LLAB
Makeup LLAB
Makeup LLAB
Makeup LLAB
Makeup LLAB
NO LLAB - Midterms
Mon, 26-Oct-15
Mon, 2-Nov-15
Mon, 9-Nov-15
Makeup LLAB
Makeup LLAB
Makeup LLAB
Mon, 16-Nov-15 Makeup LLAB
Mon, 23-Nov-15 NO LLAB – Fall Furlough
Mon, 30-Nov-15 Makeup LLAB
Mon, 7-Dec-15 Final LLAB

Attachment 3: Fall 2015 Physical Training Schedule
Date Tues/Wed PT Schedule
Tuesday, September 15, 2015 No PT - SCCC PFT
Wednesday, September 16, 2015 No PT - SCCC PFT
Tuesday, September 22, 2015 PFA (GMC height/weight)
Wednesday, September 23, 2015 PFA (GMC pushups/situps/run)
Tuesday, September 29, 2015 PFA (POC height/weight)
Wednesday, September 30, 2015 PFA (POC pushups/situps/run)
Tuesday, October 06, 2015 PT
Wednesday, October 07, 2015 PT
Tuesday, October 13, 2015 No PT - Midterm Exams
Wednesday, October 14, 2015 No PT - Midterm Exams
Tuesday, October 20, 2015 No PT - Midterm Exams
Wednesday, October 21, 2015 No PT– Leadership Day
Tuesday, October 27, 2015 PT
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 PT
Tuesday, November 03, 2015 PT & Makeup PFA (GMC & POC)
Wednesday, November 04, 2015 PT & Makeup PFA (GMC & POC)
Tuesday, November 10, 2015 PT
Wednesday, November 11, 2015 PT
Tuesday, November 17, 2015 PT
Wednesday, November 18, 2015 PT
Tuesday, November 24, 2015 No PT - Fall Furlough
Wednesday, November 25, 2015 No PT - Fall Furlough
Tuesday, December 01, 2015 PT
Wednesday, December 02, 2015 PT
Tuesday, December 8, 2015 PT
Wednesday, December 9, 2015 Final PT Session
Final Exams 10-16 Dec
***NOTE: Semester PFA dates are highlighted, all cadets are required to attempt the PFA to pass AERO450

Definitions
Academic Freedom
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Instructors are entitled to: o Full freedom in research and publication of results o Freedom in the classroom in discussing their subject but should be careful not to introduce into their teaching controversial matter that has no relation to their subject.
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Due to unique nature of the USAF, even in the academic setting the military mission requires limits on some types of expressions: o In accordance with the UCMJ commissioned officers, OT’s, and cadets may not use dishonoring words towards o President or Vice President o Congress o SECDEF or SECAF o Military members may not make dishonoring remarks about superiors
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In the spirit of academic freedom, free speech, and intellectual honesty, students are encouraged to research and debate relevant issues in a professional manner. Unreasonably offensive or irresponsible statements by any student or speaker in any Air University forum will not be tolerated. This is not meant to restrict discussions of controversial subjects; however, good judgment and discretion must be a guiding standard. Statements made by individuals that are clearly designed to incite riots, advocate overthrow of the government, encourage intellectual dishonesty or the capricious and arbitrary disregard of standards of professional conduct, also fall under the category of unreasonably irresponsible statements.
 It is acceptable to say “a previous speaker” made a particular statement, but the speaker’s identity may not be divulged without permission.
Academic Integrity
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Plagiarism o The act of appropriating the literary composition of another, parts or passages of their writings, or the ideas or language of the same, and intending to pass them off as the product of one’s own mind.
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Cheating o The act of giving or receiving improper assistance such as, but not limited to, gaining unauthorized access to faculty materials that have not been released for student use; copying answers from another’s examination; using texts, notes, issue materials, or other references not authorized for examinations or other assigned work; knowingly permitting another student to copy one’s writing assignments, speech or briefing materials, or answers from an examination paper; and collaborating with other persons on individual assignments except as specifically authorized by the school.
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Misrepresentation o The act of making an assertion or omission to intentionally deceive or mislead.
Misrepresentation may be an oral or written statement that is misleading or deceiving and meant to be so, for example, false reporting. A student may also commit misrepresentation by omission, such as deliberately withholding material information. Students enrolled in a course who previously took the same course (or a variant of it, for example, a nonresident version of the same course) and attempt to resubmit research papers or other work in fulfillment of a current school assignment, while disguising or failing to disclose the resubmission, would be guilty of misrepresentation.