Department of Aerospace Studies
University of Central Florida
AFR 1101C: Air and Space Studies
“The Foundations of the Air Force”
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COURSE SYLLABUS
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Instructor:
Capt Andrew J. Peloquin
Office Hours: M-F, 0800-1600
Office Phone: (407) 823-1247
Email: andrew.peloquin@ucf.edu
Class Dates:
22 Aug 2011—3 Dec 2010
Tue
0930-1020
Thur
0930-1020
Thur
1100-1150
ROTC Classroom, Bldg 505
ROTC Classroom, Bldg 505
ROTC Classroom, Bldg 505
25 Aug 2010—8 Dec 2010
Thur
0650-0820
Refer to weekly Ops Orders (http://airforce.ucf.edu)
LLAB:
PT:
29 Aug 2010—9 Dec 2010
Mon
0650-0800
Wed
0650-0800
Fri
0650-0800
Refer to weekly Ops Orders (http://airforce.ucf.edu)
Quizzes:
Dates to be determined (minimum of 10 quizzes)
Mid Term:
19 Oct 2010
21 Oct 2010
After lesson of the day
After lesson of the day
Final Exam:
6 Dec 2010
8 Dec 2010
8 Dec 2010
0700-0950
0700-0950
1000-1250
ROTC Classroom
ROTC Classroom
ROTC Classroom
Course Description: AS 100 is a survey course that focuses on the organizational structure and missions of the Air
Force, officership and professionalism, and includes an introduction to communicative skills. A weekly
Leadership Laboratory (LLAB) consisting of Air Force customs and courtesies, health and physical fitness, and drill
and ceremonies is mandatory.
Course Objectives: The AS 100 student should know the organizational structure of the Air Force, and understand
the customs and courtesies and professional appearance required of an Air Force officer. The individual should
know the Air Force Core Values and understand the concepts of professionalism and officership as they apply to
the military along with the opportunities and benefits available to an Air Force officer. The individual should
demonstrate basic communicative skills.
Course Goals: 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. All MAIN POINTS/SAMPLES OF BEHAVIOR are testable items.
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Assigned Material:
T-107
AFH 33-337
“The Foundation of the Air Force” – Air and Space Studies
The Tongue and Quill (http://www.e-publishing.af.mil)
Attendance Policy: According to AFROTCI 36-2010, paragraph 2.9.1, Attendance Policy, cadets must attend a
minimum of 80 percent of scheduled AS classes (or substitute activities determined by the respective AFROTC
Instructor and with approval of the Detachment/CC) to receive a passing final grade unless host university policy
requires a higher attendance percentage. Failure to maintain an 80% attendance rate will result in failure of the
class. This attendance policy also applies to “academic only” students.
Grading: 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).”
Class Preparation: I expect you to complete all required reading assignments prior to each class session in
accordance with the attached schedule. Quizzes, exercises, and class discussion will come from your assigned
readings and associated samples of behavior.
Classroom Behavior: Punctuality is important and expected. Failure to comply will affect your grade and could
result in you not being retained in the program. Entering class after the instructor has started class will result in
one tardy. If you made prior arrangements with me, the tardy will be considered as an excused tardy. However, if
a student arrives late without prior coordination with me, they must submit a memorandum explaining the tardy
by the next class meeting. If a student receives 2 unexcused tardies, this will count as one unexcused absence (4
unexcused tardies would result in the loss of one letter grade). Eating and drinking is permitted in the classroom,
as long as you are discrete and clean up your area when finished.
Uniforms: You are responsible for properly wearing the uniform and meeting the required grooming and fitness
standards directed by Air Force Instruction (AFI 36-2903). The Cadet Guide covers the necessary specifics for these
areas. All cadets should refer to the current Operations Order (http://airforce.ucf.edu) for the correct uniform of
the day.
Academic Plan Review: In accordance with AFROTCI 36-2011, you will complete an academic counseling with me
no later than 15 Oct 2011. I will review your academic plan using AFOATS Forms 16 and 48. I will provide you with
a sign-up schedule and once you select a time and date, this becomes a mandatory appointment.
Webcourses@UCF: This course will make use of the Webcourses@UCF system for posting of important course
information and updates. You are responsible for checking this system before every class meeting.
Grading and Evaluation Procedures:
Subject:
Midterm Examination
Final Examination
Class work (quizzes, exercises)
Autobiographical Briefing
Grading Scale:
Grade
A
AB+
B
BC+
Points
94-100
90-93
87-89
84-86
80-83
77-79
% Of Course Grade Pts Available
35%
35
45%
45
10%
10
10%
10
Total Points: 100
GPA
4.00
3.75
3.25
3.00
2.75
2.25
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
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NOTE:
- There is only 1 (one) Tuesday class (ROTC Classroom) 0930-1020
- There are 2 (two) Thursday classes (ROTC Classroom) 0930-1020 & 1100-1150
AS 100 COURSE STRUCTURE
DATES
LESSON FORMAT
LESSON TITLE
23 & 25 Aug
Informal Lecture
Welcome and Course Overview
30 Aug & 1 Sep
Informal Lecture
Introduction to ROTC
6 & 8 Sep
Informal Lecture
Department of the Air Force
13 & 15 Sep
Informal Lecture
Air Force Dress and Appearance Standards
20 & 22 Sep
Informal Lecture
Air Force Dress and Appearance Standards
27 & 29 Sep
Informal Lecture
Military Customs and Courtesies
4 & 6 Oct
Informal Lecture/
Practical Exercise
Team Building
11 & 13 Oct
Informal Lecture/
Practical Exercise
Team Building
18 & 20 Oct
Informal Lecture
Military Communication Skills & MIDTERM
25 & 27 Oct
Case Study
Impromptu
Interpersonal Communication
Autobiographical Briefings
1 & 3 Nov
Impromptu
Autobiographical Briefings
8 & 10 Nov
Impromptu
Autobiographical Briefings
16 & 18 Nov
Informal Lecture
Air Force Benefits
23 & 25 Nov
NO AS 100
ROTC CLASSES
AS 100 ROTC CLASSES CANCELLED
30 Nov & 2 Dec
Informal Lecture/
Guided Discussion
Air Force Officer Career Opportunities
6 Dec – Tuesday
Final Exam
Final Exam (0700 – 0950)
8 Dec – Thursday
Final Exam
Final Exam (0700 – 0950)
8 Dec – Thursday
Final Exam
Final Exam (1000 – 1250)
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