University of Central Florida
DEPARTMENT OF AEROSPACE STUDIES
COURSE SYLLABUS
National Security Affairs and Prep for Active Duty I
AFR 4210C – Fall (1460) Semester 2012
Instructor:
Major Dennis J. Clark
Office Phone: 407-823-2582; Cell Phone 321-202-1684 (Emergency Only)
Class Dates:
20 Aug – 10 Dec 2012
Monday & Wednesday 10:30AM – 11:45AM -- Nicholson School Comm – RM: 0114
Wednesday, 5 Dec 12 (Date, time and location subject to change)
Final Exam:
Leadership Laboratory (LLAB): Conducted every Thursday 0650 – 0820; consult weekly operations orders for the correct
location and other details.
Physical Training (PT): Review one of the detachment bulletin boards or the Det 159 website (http://airforce.ucf.edu) for correct
times and locations for this mandatory practical military training.
COURSE INSTRUCTIONS
DESCRIPTION: AFR 4210C is divided into academics, LLAB, and PT.
This course covers the role of the professional military leader in a democratic society; societal attitudes toward the armed
forces; the requisites for maintaining adequate national defense structure; the impact of technological and international
developments on strategic preparedness and the overall policy-making process. This course will cover the lesson
objectives found at the beginning of each lesson in the National Security Affairs & Preparation for Active Duty course
book. Additionally, the regional studies lessons will come from the Regional Studies course book.
The additional Leadership Laboratory, consisting of advanced leadership experiences in officer-type activities and
physical training is mandatory. [Exception: “Special Students” not pursuing a commission in the US Air Force do not
attend LLAB or PT.] The Commandant of Cadets (COC) will provide a separate syllabus for the pass/fail LLAB and PT.
Failing LLAB or PT will not affect the AFR 4201 letter grade, but will lead to disenrollment from AFROTC.
COURSE OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of the AS 400 course, each student should:
The AS400 cadet should comprehend the basic elements of national security policy and process. The individual should
comprehend the air and space power functions and competencies. Also, the individual should understand selected roles of the
military in society and current issues affecting the military profession as well as selected provisions of the military justice system.
The individual should comprehend the responsibility, authority, and functions of an Air Force commander. The individual should
apply listening, speaking, and writing skills in Air Force-peculiar formats and situations with accuracy, clarity, and appropriate
style. The individual should comprehend the factors which facilitate a smooth transition from civilian to military life.
HOW COURSE GOALS ARE MET: Course goals are met through the MAIN POINT/SAMPLES OF BEHAVIOR for each
academic lesson. You are strongly encouraged to use the objectives for each lesson as you prepare for each class and the
examinations. Each MAIN POINT/SAMPLES OF BEHAVIOR could be asked on the tests.
ASSIGNED TEXTS:
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BOOK #
BOOK TITLE
T-408
National Security Affairs and Preparation for Active Duty 2012/2013 (Student
Retention)
T-413
Regional Studies Reader (***Must be returned***)
T-412
U.S. Constitution: And Fascinating Facts About It (Student Retention)
T-400
The Fly-By (Student Retention)
T-406
New Officer's Guide to Etiquette and Decorum (Student Retention)
AFH 33-337
The Tongue and Quill (Student Retention)
READING ASSIGNMENTS: I expect you to complete all required reading assignments PRIOR to each class session in
accordance with the attached schedule. I’ll be calling on you randomly to participate in each discussion and may have random
quizzes before the class begins.
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS: FOLLOW TONGUE & QUILL FORMATS FOR ALL ASSIGNMENTS!
(HTTP://WWW.E-PUBLISHING.AF.MIL/SHARED/MEDIA/EPUBS/AFH33-337.PDF)
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS: Follow The Tongue and Quill (T&Q) format for all assignments (except where instructed
otherwise). There is one formal graded writing requirement for this class.
Regional Studies: Each student will participate as part of a team to brief and complete a paper for one of the four regions
covered this semester (Africa, Latin America, South Asia, and East Asia). I will assign the teams for each region’s
briefs/papers and provide the required topics. The papers should contain the information you presented in your briefing
and be in Bullet Background Paper format.
SPEAKING ASSIGNMENTS: There is one formal graded speaking requirement for this class.
Regional Studies Briefings: Students will form teams to research, organize, and lead AS 400 seminar briefings for one
of the four regions covered this semester (Africa, Latin America, South Asia, and East Asia). See WRITING
ASSIGNMENTS above for details regarding team formation and topic selection. Presentations should last 15-20
minutes. Use slides, videos, etc. to enhance your presentation.
LISTENING ASSIGNMENTS: Listening is a critical skill you’ll need to succeed in your future profession as an Air Force
officer. To encourage you to actively develop the mental skills necessary for effective listening, I may give unannounced quizzes
based on a discussion we’ve just completed or a previous lesson. I reserve the right to measure your listening competency in other
ways.
INSTRUCTOR OFFICE HOURS: My normal office hours are between 0900 - 1600 hours Monday through Friday. However,
you must make an appointment with me to minimize your waiting time: Office Phone: (407) 823-1247, email address is
Dennis.Clark@ucf.edu.
INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS: I will use the following methods of instruction:
Lecture by Instructor
Written Assignments
Guided Discussion
Examinations
Student Presentation
Student-led Discussion
Guest Speakers/Lecturers Videos, slides, movies
CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES: Classroom sessions will focus on the assigned readings and selected outside sources. I expect each
student to come to class prepared. This means you've read your assignment and have completed any other assigned work.
CLASS CONDUCT: You will be expected to carry yourself in a professional manner at all times during this class. With respect
to that, the following guidelines apply:
No food or drink is allowed, with the exception of water/drink in a sealable bottle.
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Punctuality is important and expected. Entering class after the room has been called to attention to mark the start of
class will result in you being marked tardy. The first time will constitute a verbal warning, each subsequent time will
result in a Form 16.
You are responsible for properly wearing the uniform and meeting the required grooming and fitness standards. There
are Air Force and AFROTC instructions, as well as, the Cadet Guide which cover the necessary specifics for these areas.
You must also keep your behavior in line with your status as an AFROTC cadet. Your peers, fellow students, and
community members are watching you. They should see evidence of an individual with respect for self, others, Air
Force, and country.
CLASS ATTENDANCE: According to AFROTCI 36-2010, para 1.1.1.1, “Cadets must attend 80 percent of Aerospace
Studies (AS) classes.”
If you fall below 80 percent you will automatically fail the course. This attendance policy also applies to “academic only”
students.
GRADE DETERMINATION: The grading system is as follows:
IAW AFROTCI 36-2011, para 4.33.4.1, “Cadets must receive a grade of “C-“ or better in AS classes and LLAB. When the
cadet receives a grade of “D” or “F” in AS class or LLAB, the cadet must be investigated for disenrollment (contract
cadets) or dismissed from the program (non-contract cadets).”
Grading and Evaluation Procedures:
Subject:
Midterm Examination
Final Examination
Regional Studies Talking Papers
Regional Studies Briefings
Class Participation/Quizzes
Grading Scale:
Grade
A
AB+
B
BC+
Points
94-100
90-93
87-89
84-86
80-83
77-79
GPA
4.00
3.75
3.25
3.00
2.75
2.25
% Of Course Grade
Pts Available
33%
20
33%
20
7%
20
7%
20
20%
20
Total Pts: 100
Grade
C
CD+
D
DF
Points
74-76
70-73
67-69
64-66
60-63
0-59
GPA
2.00
1.75
1.25
1.00
0.75
0.00
TERM REVIEW: In accordance with AFROTCI 36-2011, we’re required to counsel you each academic term and complete it not
later than the semester halfway point. I will review your files using AFROTC Form 16. I will provide you with a sign-up schedule,
completed Form 48, (transcript for cross-town cadets) is required!
I EXPECT YOU TO KEEP THIS APPOINTMENT! Make sure you follow proper reporting procedures when you arrive for
this appointment. Uniform is required for this appointment.
UNIFORM OF THE DAY: All cadets should refer to the current operations order for the correct uniform to wear.
FIELD TRAINING: You should all be preparing for field training this upcoming summer. As such, there will be several items
you will need to have completed before PSP Board Cut-Off which occurs in late February. I will be tracking these items. While I
am tracking these items, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE EACH OF THESE ITEMS IS ACCOMPLISHED.
I will not baby sit you for these items. If you fail to provide these items to us, you may ultimately not get a slot to attend field
training during Summer 12 and could be eliminated from AFROTC training. (For example, keep track of your accomplishments,
function participation, etc.)
LESSON SLIDES: The slides from each weekly lesson will be posted on Webcouses@UCF
(https://webcourses.ucf.edu/webct/entryPage.dowebct) and the cadet web site (http://airforce.ucf.edu). These will serve as good
study material for exam preparation.
DENNIS J. CLARK, Maj, USAF
Assistant Professor of Aerospace Studies
AFR 4210C Instructor
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AFR 4210C Spring 2012 SYLLABUS CLASS SCHEDULE
DATE
20 Aug/
22 Aug
CLS
1/2
27 Aug/
29 Aug
3 Sep/
5 Sep
10 Sep/
12 Sep
17 Sep/
19 Sep
24 Sep/
26 Sep
1 Oct/
3 Oct
8 Oct/
10 Oct
15 Oct/
17 Oct
22 Oct/
24 Oct
29 Oct/
31 Oct
5 Nov/
7 Nov
3/4
5/6
7/8
9/10
11/12
13/14
15/16
17/18
19/20
21/22
23/24
12 Nov/
14 Nov
25/26
19 Nov/
21 Nov
26 Nov/
28 Nov
27/28
29/30
TOPIC
Introduction/Administration/
Substance Abuse Control Program
The Air Force Complaint/Fraud, Waste and Abuse Programs
(Computer Based Trng)
The U.S. Constitution/Role of the President, the Executive Branch,
Congress, and Civilian Control of the military
Terrorism/The Need For Cross-Cultural Competence
INSTRUCTOR
Cadre
Cadre
Cadre
Handling Culture Shock Effectively/
Examining Cultural Domains
Setting the World Stage/
USCENTCOM Area of Responsibility
U.S. Policy/Making Strategy
Cadre
The Principles of War & Tenets of Air Power/The Evolving nature of
War
Midterm Examination/UCMJ
Cadre
The Department of Defense/
Citizen Airmen: The Total Force
Air Force Core Functions/
Air and Space System Capabilities
Force Packaging/
USAF Major Commands
USPACOM Area of Responsibility
USAFRICOM Area of Responsibility
Cadre
Department of the Army/
Department of the Navy
The Marine Corps
The U.S. Coast Guard
No Classes- Thanksgiving Break
"HAPPY THANKSGIVING"
Joint Operations
Law of Armed Conflict
Cadre
3 Dec/
5 Dec
Finals Review
Final Examination
10 Dec
EOC
Cadre
Cadre
Cadre
Cadre
Cadre
Cadre
Cadre
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