Curriculum

ASTU 10101 - The Foundation of the United States Air Force I

Survey course providing an introduction to the U.S. Air Force and ROTC.  Officership and military customs and courtesies are discussed.  Foundations of Air Force communication are covered.

Prerequisite:  None

ASTU 10102 - The Foundation of the United States Air Force II

Survey course looks at the origin and organization of the Air Force.  Selected topics contributing to an understanding of the Air Force are covered.

Prerequisite:  None

ASTU 20101 - Evolution of United States Air Force Air and Space Power I (1)

Survey course examines air and space power from an historical perspective. Course covers early flight and World War I to the Korean War and ICBMS

Prerequisite: None

ASTU 20102 - Evolution of the United States Air Force Air and Space Power II (1)

Survey course examines air and space power from an historical perspective. Course covers period from the Vietnam War to the Gulf War plus a look at the Air Force of the future.

Prerequisite: None

ASTU 20105 - Leadership Evaluation I (2)

Leadership Evaluation will develop self-discipline as related to military conduct and measure the effectiveness of the person’s capability to interact in a leadership role during field training.

Prerequisites: ASTU 10101, 10102, 20101, 20102

ASUT 20106 - Leadership Evaluation II (4)

Leadership Evaluation will develop self-discipline as related to military conduct and measure the effectiveness of the person’s capability to interact in a leadership role during field training.

Prerequisite: Permission

ASTU 30101 - Leadership Studies I (3)

Study of leadership, professional knowledge and communication skills required for an Air Force officer.  The role of a leader as supervisor and counselor is discussed.

Prerequisite: Permission

ASTU 30102 - Leadership Studies II (3)

Study of quality management fundamentals and communication skills for the Air Force officer. The Air Force personnel evaluation system and military ethics are discussed.

Prerequisite: Permission

ASTU 30192 - Leadership Practicum I (1-4)

The Leadership Practicum will place a person directly into a leadership position for a 12- to 18-day period to make decisions on Air Force management.

Prerequisites: ASTU 30101, 30102, 30103 and 30104

ASTU 40101 - Defense Studies I (3)

Course examines the political, economic and social constraints upon national security and defense structure. The role of the military, including joint operations, is discussed. Regional defense issues studies.

Prerequisite: Permission

ASTU 40102 - Defense Studies II (3)

The role of the military and regional defense are studied. Current Air Force issues and other topics relevant to preparing an Air Force officer for active duty are covered.

Prerequisite: Permission

Leadership Laboratory (1 Each) - One Session Required Every Semester

An instructional program that prepares an individual to undertake the broad range of technical tasks associated with military leadership and defense management. This course is optional for university academic credit; however, it is mandatory for Air Force ROTC credit for scholarship or commissioning purposes. S/U grade permissible.

Prerequisite: None

 Last Reviewed: 14-Sep-2007