Aerospace Studies (AFS)

A survey course serving as an introduction to the Air and Space Forces. The course focuses on information needed to be better informed about the role of the USAF and USSF. The course allows students to examine general aspects of the Department of the Air Force, leadership fundamentals, service benefits, and opportunities for officers. Leadership Laboratory is a co-curricular activity that includes a study of Air Force customs and courtesies, drill, and ceremonies, and military commands.

A survey course providing a historical perspective including lessons on war and US military, AF operations, principles of war, and air power. This course provides students with a knowledge-level understanding for the employment of air and space power, from an institutional, doctrinal, and historical perspective. The students will be introduced to the military way of life and gain knowledge on what it means to be an Air or Space professional. Leadership Laboratory is a co-curricular activity that includes a study of Air Force customs and courtesies, drill, and ceremonies, and military commands.

Historical survey of technological innovation in warfare. Focus on the emergence of air power and its significance in war and national security policy implementation. The FAS 201 Leadership Laboratory is a co-curricular activity that includes a study of Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, and military commands.

Analysis of leadership and followership traits in the context of a modern military force. Discussion of ethical standards of military officers and Air Force core values. Introduction to total quality management. Advanced practical application of oral communications skills. Organization, research, delivery and audience analysis for briefings and presentations. Group leadership problems designed to enhance interpersonal communications. The AFS 202 Leadership Laboratory is a co-curricular activity that includes a study of Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, and military commands.