Air Force ROTC Program Overview
Students entering the program enroll in Air Force ROTC courses in the same manner in which they register for other undergraduate courses. A formal application is not required. Students enrolled in the General Military Course (GMC) incur no military obligation unless they are on an Air Force ROTC scholarship. Those students desiring to become commissioned officers in the Air Force must compete for entry into the Professional Officer course (POC), which is normally the last two years of college. In the summer between the sophomore and junior years, cadets attend a four- or six-week field training session conducted at an Air Force base.
Field Training
Field Training is, in most cases, a cadet's first exposure to a working Air Force environment. The program is designed to develop military leadership and discipline, and to provide Air Force officer orientation and motivation. At the same time, the Air Force evaluates each cadet's potential as an officer. Field training includes Air Force professional development orientation, marksmanship training, junior officer training, physical fitness, and survival training.
ROTC CreditGeneral Military Course (GMC)
Courses are offered during fall and spring semesters with two credit hours awarded for each freshman and sophomore course, and 3 credit hours for each junior and senior course. Four hours of basic ROTC courses may be applied as elective credits toward degree requirements at the school. Classes normally meet two hours a week. A one-hour leadership laboratory and participation in physical conditioning training are also required.
Students in the GMC do not incur military obligation unless they have received an ROTC scholarship.
AS 1000 Level Class Schedule for Freshman Year
A survey course designed to introduce students to United States Air Force and Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | ||
| AS 1110 | Heritage and Values of the Air Force I | 1 |
| AS 1000 | Air Force Leadership-Lab | 1 |
| Spring | ||
| AS 1120 | Heritage and Values of the Air Force II | 1 |
| AS 1000 | Air Force Leadership-Lab | 1 |
AS 2000 Level Class Schedule for Sophomore Year
This course provides the students with a level of understanding for the general element and employment of air and space power.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | ||
| AS 2210 | U.S. Air and Space Power Fundamentals I | 1 |
| AS 1000 | Air Force Leadership-Lab | 1 |
| Spring | ||
| AS 2220 | U.S. Air and Space Power Fundamentals II | 1 |
| AS 1000 | Air Force Leadership-Lab | 1 |
Leadership Laboratory (AS 1000)
Leadership Laboratory is a separate course requiring two hours per week throughout the cadet's enrollment in Air Force ROTC. It involves a study of Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremony, professional development opportunities in the Air Force, and the life and work of an Air Force junior officer. Students develop their leadership potential in a practical, supervised laboratory that may include field trips to Air Force installations and presentations by Air Force personnel. Physical Training (PT) is a key part of officer development. Cadets are expected to PT twice per week.
Professional Officer Course (POC)
Courses are offered during fall and spring semesters with 3 credit hours for each junior and senior course. Classes normally meet 3 hours a week. A one-hour leadership laboratory and participation in physical conditioning training are also required.
AS 3000 Level Class Schedule for Junior Year
A study of leadership, management fundamentals, professional knowledge, and communication skills required of an Air Force junior officer
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | ||
| AS 3310 | Leading People and Effective Communication I | 3 |
| AS 1000 | Air Force Leadership-Lab | 1 |
| Spring | ||
| AS 3320 | Leading People and Effective Communication II | 3 |
| AS 1000 | Air Force Leadership-Lab | 1 |
AS 4000 Level Class Schedule for Senior Year
Examines the national security process, Air Force structure, and doctrine with emphasis on developing top-level management skills required of an Air Force junior officer.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | ||
| AS 4410 | National Security and Preparation for Active Duty I | 3 |
| AS 1000 | Air Force Leadership-Lab | 1 |
| Spring | ||
| AS 4420 | National Security and Preparation for Active Duty II | 3 |
| AS 1000 | Air Force Leadership-Lab | 1 |