SPRING 2008
LEADERSHIP LABORATORY
AFROTC DETACHMENT 630
PHONE: 330-672-2182
SECTION A – DETACHMENT STAFF
Commander
Lt Col Lowell Bailey Jr.
lbailey9@kent.edu
Commandant of Cadets
Maj Paul McCroskey II
pmccros1@kent.edu
Education Officer
Maj James Ripple
Jripple1@kent.edu
Unit Admissions Officer
Capt Robert McGowan
rmcgowan@kent.edu
Information Management
SSgt CherylWilliams
TBD
Personnel Actions
TSgt Richard Campbell
rcampbell@kent.edu
Secretary
Mrs. Mary Fox
mfox@kent.edu
INSTRUCTOR: Maj Paul G. McCroskey II
OFFICE HOURS: Walk-in or by appointment
LLAB CLASS TIME: Tues @ 1625-1800 hours; Alternate Lab monthly Fri @ 1530-1700
LLAB Location: Room 292 of the KSU gymnasium annex or Det 630 AS Classrooms.
LLAB RESOURCES:
1.) AFMAN 36-2203, Drill and Ceremonies
2.) T-1626, Guide for the AFROTC Dining-In/Out
NOTE:
- AFMAN 36-2203 is located on Det 630 Website (http://dept.kent.edu/afrotc/). Look under
“Downloads: Forms&Pubs”
- T-1626 is located on Det 630 website ((http://dept.kent.edu/afrotc/). Look under “Downloads:
Forms&Pubs”
SECTION B - COURSE GOALS
In accordance with AFROTCI 36-2017, LLAB is designed as an integral and mandatory portion
of the Aerospace Studies curriculum. Within the framework of the cadet wing, it provides a
progression of experiences designed to develop each student's leadership potential and to serve as
an orientation to active duty.
The first two years, the General Military Course (GMC), of LLAB involve activities classified as
initial leadership experiences. Initial leadership experiences include the study of Air Force (AF)
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customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, giving military commands, instructing, correcting
and evaluating the preceding skills, studying the environment of the AF officer, and the career
opportunities of commissioned officers.
The last two years, the Professional Officer Course (POC), consist of activities classified as
advanced leadership experiences. They involve planning, organizing, coordinating, directing,
and controlling the military activities of the cadet wing, the preparation and presentation of
briefings and other oral and written communication, and providing of interviews, guidance, and
information which will increase the understanding, motivation, and performance of other cadets.
The specific course objectives for each AS class are listed in Attachment 1. Fall term objective
training dates are listed in Attachment 2.
SECTION C – COURSE POLICY AND PROCEDURES
PREPARATION FOR LLAB
You are responsible for knowing the LLAB schedule, location, reading assignments, and directed
uniform. This can be determined from the weekly LLAB Operations Order (Ops Order). The
Ops Order as well as Special Orders, AFOQT test dates, announcements, changes to this
syllabus, etc., can be found on the Det web site: www.kent.edu/afrot and cadet bulletin board.
UNIFORM WEAR
You will wear the directed uniform of the day from 0800-2000 on the day of your scheduled
LLAB class and also to your AFROTC academic classes. If your work, class or personal
circumstances restrict your wear of the uniform, submit a memo for record stating your
circumstances to the Cadet Inspector General for approval.
CLASSROOM CONDUCT/PARTICIPATION
The classes will be student led and centered. Soft drinks are allowed in class, but food, smoking
and chewing tobacco are not permitted in class.
Turn off phones and pagers prior to the start of LLAB. If you have a bona fide reason to have
either on during LLAB, you must coordinate it with the COC prior to the start of class.
Participation in the class is the key to meeting LLAB objectives. This is the time in which you
are learning management and leadership skills required of officers in the Air Force. Your
participation gives you the opportunity to use and develop these skills. If you forego the
participation and thus the experiences, you will be at a disadvantage on active duty. This is the
time to learn and experience situations, not on active duty when your career can be affected.
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Non-participation in class (not attending) by cadets will be considered as "Indifference to
Training" and treated accordingly. Non-attendance and late to class will reflect in your class
participation grade.
Non-participation in the mandatory AFROTC Physical Training (PT) program is also considered
as "Indifference to Training." This will require the cadet to be placed on Special Student status
and will not allow for enrollment in LLAB for the semester.
In order to be a good officer and leader, you must be accountable for your actions. For each time
you are late to LLAB, your AS class, or a cadre appointment, fail to show for class/appointment,
or miss a suspense, regardless of the reason, you will write an official memo explaining the
circumstances. This memo will be turned in to Cadre member in charge of the event within one
week. IF the reason is unexcused, you may be given a Form 16 counseling. Three Form 16’s for
the same discrepancy, within a semester, will result in a conditional event. Three cumulative
conditional events (over the course of your entire AFROTC career) will be grounds for
suspension of scholarships and/or potential dismissal from the AFROTC program.
Consult the wing calendar for a complete list of class meeting dates, assignments and exams.
Lesson objectives and goals for each class meeting will appear in the weekly Ops Order.
Email is the primary means of communication used within Air Force ROTC and the cadet
wing. You will need to check you email on a regular basis; at least two times/week (doing a
quick email check once a day is optimum). In conjunction with university initiatives, your Kent
State University email address will be used. If you wish to forward your KSU email to your own
personal email account hosted by another server, contact the computer help desk at 2-4357 or
stop by the desk on the first floor of the library for forwarding instructions. The ONLY
exception to this policy is for crosstown students. However, email addresses must not contain
offensive language, either direct or implied.
UNIVERSITY AND AFROTC PLAGIARISM POLICY
Fabricating is faking quotations, faking “facts,” reporting events that did not happen, etc... Is not
only reprehensible it could be actionable in court. Plagiarizing, as defined by Webster, is “to
steal and pass off as one’s own the idea or words of another.” It is unethical and, in cases
involving creative work, usually illegal. Do not plagiarize the work of another. You need to
place any information you use verbatim in quotes. Ensure you properly cite your sources when
presenting information in briefings and papers. Committing of any of these offenses while in
school is grounds for disciplinary action. If the complaint is upheld, a variety of punishments
may be imposed: a reprimand, a lowered or failing grade in the course, or dismissal from the
University and/or AFROTC program.
SECTION D - GRADING STANDARDS
Your LLAB grade will not affect your AS academic classroom grade. The following will
determine your final grade:
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Course Grades
Pass (Sat) – meet all the requirements listed below
Fail (Unsat) – fail to meet all the requirements listed below
REQUIREMENTS
Attendance:
- Attend a minimum of 80% of scheduled LLAB sessions (12 of 15).
- Attend a minimum of 80% of scheduled Physical Training (PT) weekly
sessions, two times per week (12 of 14)
PFT:
- Attempt the Physical Fitness Diagnostic (PFD) and the Physical Fitness Test
(PFT) after participation in eight PT sessions. A minimum of two PFT
evaluations will be conducted this semester. (Contract cadets must pass the
PFT. Failure of a PFT by a contract cadet may constitute administrative
action.)
Attitude Toward
Training:
- All cadets must show a positive attitude toward military training. This
requirement is considered met unless an indifference to military training
has been documented between the cadet and cadre on an AF Form 16.
Additionally, a failing grade in LLAB is considered evidence of Indifference
to Training and is sufficient cause for non-continuation in AFROTC.
SECTION E – CADET CLASSIFICATION
Initial Military Training (IMT) – Cadets who are part of the GMC but are not scheduled to attend
field training; normally AS100 cadets.
Field Training Prep (FTP) – Cadets scheduled to attend field training in the upcoming year;
normally AS200 or AS500 cadets.
Intermediate Cadet Leaders (ICL) – Cadets returning from field training; normally AS300 cadets.
Senior Cadet Leaders (SCL) – Cadets scheduled to be commissioned in the upcoming year;
normally AS400 cadets.
Extended Cadet Leaders (ECL) – Cadets who have satisfactorily completed field training, at least
2 years of LLAB and all AS academic requirements but still have 1 - 2 academic terms
remaining; normally known as AS700 cadets.
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Attachment 1
# LLAB LESSON OBJECTIVES
IMT FTP ICL SCL ECL
1 Know the Air Force and AFROTC grade structure and insignia.
X
2 Know the Air Force and AFROTC Chain of Command.
X
3 Know the AFROTC Honor Code.
X
4 Apply proper courtesies and procedures associated with the United States flag.
X
5 Apply individual and flight drill positions.
X
6 Apply basic individual and flight drill movements.
X
7 Apply effective followership and teamwork skills.
X
X
8 Know the environment of an Air Force Officer.
Apply correct guidon procedures during cadet drill & ceremonies practice and official
9 functions.
X
X
X
10 Apply the principles of advanced individual and flight drill movements in LLAB.
X
11 Apply the skills needed to be an effective flight commander.
X
12 Know road guard procedures.
X
13 Apply proper individual drill evaluation (IDE) procedures.
X
14 Know proper dorm maintenance procedures and requirements.
X
15 Know the mental, physical and administrative requirements of Field Training (FT).
X
16 Apply proper open ranks inspection procedures.
X
17 Know key personnel parade procedures.
X
18 Know Field Training (FT) military decorum.
X
19 Apply learned information during esprit de corps activities.
X
X
X
X
X
20 Comprehend the principles of the AFOATS Training Manual (ATM).
X
X
X
X
X
21 Apply leadership and followership skills through a cadet mentor program.
X
X
X
X
X
22 Know the principles of Air Force Health and Wellness.
X
X
X
X
X
23 Apply proper Air Force customs and courtesies.
X
X
X
X
X
24 Apply proper Air Force dress and grooming standards.
X
X
X
X
X
25 Know the proper procedures and history behind the Air Force Dining-In/Out.
Comprehend how to effectively execute all functions associated with the reveille (flag26
raising) ceremony, retreat ceremony, and parade.
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
27 Apply the AFROTC Awards and Decorations program in a formal awards ceremony.
Apply leadership and management skills in supervising the cadet corps or through advanced
28 leadership experiences.
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
29 Apply proper feedback and performance evaluation skills.
30 Comprehend topics of importance to cadets about to enter active duty.
X
31 Apply leadership, management and problem-solving skills in special projects/positions
X
32 Comprehend issues and topics given in a Commander’s Call environment
X
X
X
X
X
33 Physical Training (PT)
X
X
X
X
X
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Attachment 2
Week #1: Date: 15 Jan 08 (Alt 18 Jan 08)
Place: 104 Terrace Hall combined classroom
Uniform: IMT – Full Service Dress or Modified Det T-shirt/Blue Jeans (new cadets)
FTP – Full service Dress or Modified Det T-shirt/Blue Jeans (new cadets)
POC – Full Service Dress
Procedures: Welcome Briefing, Introduction of Cadre and Wing Staff, Winter
Welcome Social, Mandatory Safety Briefing, Flight Assignments, Mentoring Time,
and Cadet Pictures
Week #2: Date: 22 Jan 08 (Alt 25 Jan 08)
Place: Rm. 292 (Annex) – Side Gym
Uniform: IMT – BDU or Modified Det T-shirt/Blue Jeans (new cadets only)
FTP – BDU or Modified Det T-shirt/Blue Jeans (new cadets only)
POC – BDU
Procedures: GMCA Introduction, Commander's Call / POC meeting, Dress and
Grooming Standards, Customs and Courtesies, Grade structure / Chain of Command,
Reporting In / Basic Drill, and Leadership
Week #3: Date: 29 Jan 08 (Alt 1 Feb 08)
Place: Rm. 292 (Annex)
Uniform: IMT – Service Dress or Modified Det T-shirt/Blue Jeans (new cadets)
FTP – Service Dress or Modified Det T-shirt/Blue Jeans (new cadets)
POC – Service Dress
Procedures: AFOATS Briefing, Honor Code Briefing, GLPs (T-502 #1, 2, 4, and 5),
and Leadership
Week #4: Date: 5 Feb 08 (Alt 8 Feb 08)
Place: Lockheed Martin Akron
Uniform: IMT – Service Dress or Modified Det T-shirt/Blue Jeans (new cadets)
FTP – Service Dress or Modified Det T-shirt/Blue Jeans (new cadets)
POC – Service Dress
Procedures: Espirit de Corps Activity – Flight Simulator
Week #5: Date: 12 Feb 08 (Alt 15 Feb 08)
Place: Rm. 292 (Annex)
Uniform: IMT – Service Dress or Modified Det T-shirt/Blue Jeans (new cadets)
FTP – Service Dress or Modified Det T-shirt/Blue Jeans (new cadets)
POC – Service Dress
Procedures: Health & Wellness Briefing, Flag Briefing, Airman’s Manual Training
Instruction (MOPP, Nav, SALUTE, SABC), and Observation/Leadership
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Week #6: Date: 19 Feb 08 (Alt 22 Feb 08)
Place: Kent Recreation Center
Uniform: IMT – BDU
FTP – BDU
POC – BDU
Procedures: Espirit de Corps Activity- High Ropes/Rock Climbing and Leadership
Week #7: Date: 26 Feb 08 (Alt 29 Feb 08)
Place: Rm. 292 (Annex)
Uniform: IMT – BDU
FTP – BDU
POC – BDU
Procedures: JROTC Field Day Briefing, Transitory drill / Roadguard Procedures,
Leadership, and Self-defense
Week #8: Date: 4 Mar 08 (Alt 7 Mar 08)
Place: Rm. 292 (Annex)
Uniform: IMT – Service Dress
FTP – Service Dress
POC – Service Dress
Procedures: Blizzard Survival Group Leadership Project and Leadership
Week #9: Date: 11 Mar 08 (Alt 14 Mar 08)
Place: Rm. 292 (Annex)
Uniform: IMT – Service Dress
FTP – Service Dress
POC – Service Dress
Procedures: Commander's Call, Spring Break Safety Briefing, Reveille and Retreat
Briefing, and GMC Take-Over Briefing
Week #10: Date: 29 Mar 08
Place: Gym Annex
Uniform: IMT – BDU
FTP – BDU
POC – BDU
Procedures: Air Force JROTC Field Day and Leadership
Week #11: Date: 1 Apr 08 (Alt 4 Apr 08)
Place: Terrace Hall
Uniform: IMT – Service Dress
FTP – Service Dress
POC – Service Dress
Procedures: Retreat Ceremony, Commander's Call/GLP Debrief, Dining Out
Briefing, Field Leadership Exercise (FLX) Briefing, and Leadership
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Week #12: Date: 8 Apr 08 (Alt 11 Apr 08)
Place: Riverside Range Cuyahoga Falls
Uniform: IMT – BDU
FTP – BDU
POC – BDU
Procedures: Espirit de Corps Activity- M-16 Familiarization/training and Leadership
Week #13: Date: 18 Apr 08
Place: Rm. 292 (Annex)
Uniform: IMT – Full Service Dress
FTP – Full service Dress
POC – Mess Dress or Full Service Dress
Procedures: Dining-Out/Awards Dinner
Week #14: Date 25/26 Apr 08
Place: TBD
Uniform: IMT – BDU
FTP – BDU
POC – BDU
Procedures: Field Leadership Exercise – Land Navigation Exercise & Enhanced
Skills weapon trainer.
Week #15: Date: 29 Apr 08 (Alt 2 May 08)
Place: Annex/ Terrace Hall
Uniform: IMT – Full Service Dress
FTP – Full service Dress
POC – Mess Dress or Full Service Dress
Procedures: Parade and Practice, Change of Command, Commander’s Call, Awards
Ceremony, Social.
WING STAFF RESERVES THE RIGHT TO AMEND THIS OUTLINE AT ANYTIME. DUE
NOTICE AND ATTENTION WILL BE GIVEN TO THE WING PRIOR TO LEADERHSIP
LABORATORY. CADETS ARE REQUIRED TO CHECK KENT AFROTC WEBPAGE TO
VERIFY IF CHANGES ARE MADE.
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