University of Central Florida
DEPARTMENT OF AEROSPACE STUDIES
COURSE SYLLABUS
The Evolution of USAF Air and Space Power I
AFR 2130C – Fall Semester 2012
Instructor:
Colonel Todd Freece
Office Phone: 407-823-1247; Cell Phone 719-659-8326 (Emergency Only)
21 Aug – 7 Dec 2012
Section 1: Tuesday
Section 2: Tuesday
Section 3: Thursday
Final Exam:
Section 1: 3 Dec 12
Section 2: 3 Dec 12
Section 3: 5 Dec 12
* Date, time and location subject to change
Class Dates:
1100 – 1150 Room: AFROTC trailer
1230 – 1320 Room: AFROTC trailer
1230 – 1320 Room: AFROTC trailer
1130 - 1220*
1030 - 1120*
1130 - 1220*
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 2130C is divided into academics, LLAB, and PT.
The course is designed to examine general aspects of air and space power through a historical perspective.
Utilizing this perspective, the course covers a time period from the first balloons and dirigibles to the spaceage systems of the Global War on Terror. Historical examples are provided to extrapolate the development
of Air Force distinctive capabilities (previously referred to as core competencies), and missions (functions)
to demonstrate the evolution of what has become today’s USAF air and space power. Additionally, the
course examines several fundamental truths associated with war in the third dimension: e.g., principles of
war and tenets of air and space power. As a whole, this course provides the students with a knowledgelevel understanding for the employment of air and space power, from an institutional, doctrinal, and
historical perspective. The students will be introduced to The Air Force Core Values through the use of
operational examples, and they will conduct writing and briefing assignments to meet Air Force
communication skills requirements. The academic portion of the course will cover the lesson objectives
found at the beginning of each lesson in the cadet study guide, A Concise History of the US Air Force. The
additional Leadership Laboratory and Physical Training sessions are mandatory for cadets.
COURSE OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of the AS 200 course, each student should:
- Know the key terms and definitions used to describe US air and space power.
- Comprehend the events, leaders, and technical developments which surrounded the evolution of US air
and space power.
- Demonstrate the basic verbal and written communication skills.
- Comprehend the Air Force core values and examples of their use throughout the evolution of USAF air
and space power.
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HOW COURSE OBJECTIVES ARE MET: Course objectives are supported by individual lesson objectives. You
are strongly encouraged to review the lesson objectives and associated SAMPLES OF BEHAVIOR for each lesson
as you prepare for class and examinations. Samples of behavior are statements that specify one of several
measurable, observable, reliable, and verifiable behaviors that students should be able to demonstrate at the end of a
block of instruction to provide evidence they have achieved lesson objectives. These samples eventually become the
basis for test questions.
ASSIGNED TEXTS:
A Concise History of the US Air Force
AS200 Student Note Taker
AFPD1, Air Force Culture
AFI 1-1, Air Force Standards
AFDD 1, Air Force Basic Doctrine, Organization, and Command
AFH 33-337, The Tongue and Quill
READING ASSIGNMENTS: I expect you to complete all required reading assignments PRIOR to each class
session in accordance with the attached schedule. Electronic versions of all texts are available online or will be
distributed to students via website or direct e-mail.
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS: FOLLOW TONGUE & QUILL FORMATS FOR ALL ASSIGNMENTS!
(HTTP://WWW.E-PUBLISHING.AF.MIL/SHARED/MEDIA/EPUBS/AFH33-337.PDF)
Writing Assignment: One-page talking paper on a current AF topic OR on how the AF might look in the year
2025. Topic selection must be approved by me.
YOU ARE TO WORK ALONE AND USE THE TONGUE AND QUILL AS YOUR GUIDE FOR ALL
FORMATTING! DUE BY THE 6th CLASS PERIOD. LATE PAPERS WILL DROP A GRADE PER WEEK.
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Briefing Assignment: Oral: 3-5 minute briefing on the topic of your written assignment.
YOU WILL BE ASSIGNED A BRIEFING TIME BY ME. FAILURE TO BRIEF IS A ZERO!
Fall Term:
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 from 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.
You must make an appointment through Mrs. Ellen McDade (Office Phone: 823-1247). This will allow us both to
manage our time effectively.
INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS: I will use the following methods of instruction:
Lecture by Instructor
Guided Discussion
Student Presentation
Student-led Discussion
Written Assignments
Examinations/Quizzes
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.
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. If you are arrive after the start of class, quietly take
your seat and see me immediately after class.
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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: Cadets must attend 80 percent of Aerospace Studies (AS) classes. If you fall below
80 percent you will automatically fail the course.
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:
~% Course Grade
Midterm Examination
33%
Final Examination
33%
Writing Assignment
13%
Briefing Assignment
13%
Class Participation/Quizzes
7%
Total Pts:
Grading Scale:
Grade
A
AB+
B
BC+
Points
270-300
260-269
250-259
240-249
230-239
220-229
GPA
4.00
3.75
3.25
3.00
2.75
2.25
Grade
C
CD+
D
DF
Pts Available
100
100
40
40
20
300
Points
210-219
200-209
190-199
180-189
170-179
0-169
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 the selection 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 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.
TODD M. FREECE, Colonel, USAF
Professor of Aerospace Studies
AFR 2130C Instructor
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AFR 2130C Fall 2012 SYLLABUS CLASS SCHEDULE
DATE
21 Aug/
23 Aug
28 Aug/
30 Aug
CLS
1
2
TOPIC
Introduction/Administration
Communication Assignments
Airpower Through WWI: The Genesis of
American Airpower
READING
None
INSTRUCTOR
Cadre
A Concise
History: Ch 1;
AFI 1-1;
AFPD 1
A Concise
History: Ch 2;
AFDD1: Ch
1,2,4 & 5
AFH 33-377
(pg 209+);
A Concise
History: Ch 3
Cadre
A Concise
History: Ch 4
AFH 33-337
(pg 209+);
A Concise
History: Ch 4
None
Cadre
4 Sep/
6 Sep
3
Airpower Through WWI: Trial and Error in
World War I
TALKING PAPER TOPICS DUE
11 Sep/
13 Sep
4
Airpower: End of WWI Through WWII:
Interwar Doctrine, Organization and
Technology
18 Sep/
20 Sep
25 Sep/
27 Sep
5
Airpower: End of WWI Through WWII:
World War II – Global Conflict
Airpower: End of WWI Through WWII:
World War II – Global Conflict
TALKING PAPERS DUE
2 Oct/
4 Oct
9 Oct/
11 Oct
16 Oct/
18 Oct
7
9
Airpower Through the Cold War, Part I:
Airpower in the Nuclear Age
A Concise
History: Ch 5
Cadre
23 Oct/
25 Oct
10
Airpower Through the Cold War, Part I:
Limited War in Korea
A Concise
History: Ch 6
Cadre
30 Oct/
1 Nov
11
Airpower Through the Cold War, Part I:
The “New Look” Air Force
A Concise
History: Ch 7
Cadre
6 Nov/
8 Nov
12
STUDENT BRIEFINGS
AFH 33-337
Cadre
13 Nov/
15 Nov
20 Nov/
22 Nov
27 Nov/
29 Nov
30 Nov/
2 Dec
7 Dec/
9 Dec
13
STUDENT BRIEFINGS
AFH 33-337
Cadre
14
None
Cadre
15
No Classes- Thanksgiving Break
"HAPPY THANKSGIVING"
Finals Review
None
Cadre
16
Final Examination
17
TBD
6
8
Airpower: End of WWI Through WWII:
World War II – Global Conflict
Midterm Examination
Cadre
Cadre
Cadre
Cadre
None
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