University Catalog 2024-2025

Aerospace Studies (AS)

AS 121  Heritage and Values I  (1 credit hours)  

AS 121 is the first semester of a survey course designed to introduce students to the United States Air Force and provide an overview of the basic characteristics, missions, and organization of the Air Force. Companion Lab AS201 required for active cadets.

Typically offered in Fall only

AS 122  Heritage and Values II  (1 credit hours)  

AS 122 is the second semester of a survey course designed to introduce students to the United States Air Force and provides an overview of the basic characteristics, missions, and organization of the Air Force. Companion Lab AS201 required for active cadets.

Typically offered in Spring only

AS 201  Freshman and Sophomore Leadership Laboratory  (1 credit hours)  

AS 201 is the leadership lab component for freshman and sophmore cadets enrolled in the AFROTC program. This laboratory is the hands-on military training where you will apply the knowledge and theory from your academic classes.

Typically offered in Fall and Spring

AS 221  Team and Leadership Fundamentals I  (1 credit hours)  

Part I of a two-semester course laying the foundation for teams and leadership. The topics include skills that will allow students/cadets to improve their leadership on a personal level and within a team. The courses will prepare students/cadets for their field training experience where they will be able to put the concepts learned into practice. Companion Lab AS201 required for active cadets.

Typically offered in Fall only

AS 222  Team and Leadership Fundamentals II  (1 credit hours)  

Part II of a two-semester course laying the foundation for teams and leadership. The topics include skills that will allow students/cadets to improve their leadership on a personal level and within a team. The courses will prepare students/cadets for their field training experience where they will be able to put the concepts learned into practice. Companion Lab AS201 required for active cadets.

Typically offered in Spring only

AS 321  Leading People and Effective Communication I  (3 credit hours)  

AS321 is a three-credit hour elective and part I of a two-semester course that teaches students/cadets advanced skills and knowledge in management and leadership. Topics include leadership and management fundamentals, ethics training and communication skills. Students will gain a more in-depth understanding of how to effectively lead people, as well as, hone their writing and briefing skills. Companion Lab AS401 required for active cadets.

Typically offered in Fall only

AS 322  Leading People and Effective Communication II  (3 credit hours)  

Part II of a two-semester course that teaches students/cadets advanced skills and knowledge in management and leadership. Topics include leadership and management fundamentals, ethics training and communication skills. Students will gain a more in-depth understanding of how to effectively lead people, as well as, hone their writing and briefing skills. Companion Lab AS401 required for active cadets.

Typically offered in Spring only

AS 401  Junior and Senior Leadership Laboratory  (1 credit hours)  

AS 401 is the leadership lab component for junior and senior cadets enrolled in the AFROTC program. This laboratory is the hands-on military training where you will apply the knowledge and theory from your academic classes. Additionally it provides cadets an opportunity to practice their leadership as they train the underclassmen cadets.

Typically offered in Fall and Spring

AS 421  National Security Affairs/Preparation for Active Duty I  (3 credit hours)  

AS 421 is a three credit hour course and is designed for college seniors. It will give students the foundation to understand their role as military officers in American society. Course examines the factors affecting national security; analyzes the evolution and formulation of U.S. defense policy, strategy, and joint doctrine; and investigates the methods for managing conflict. Companion Lab AS401 required for active cadets.

Typically offered in Fall only

AS 422  National Security Affairs/Preparation for Active Duty II  (3 credit hours)  

AS 422 is a three credit hour course and is designed for college seniors. It will give students the foundation to understand their role as military officers in American society. Course examines the factors affecting national security; analyzes the evolution and formulation of U.S. defense policy, strategy, and joint doctrine; and investigates the methods for managing conflict. This final semester provides information that will prepare the cadets for Active Duty. Companion Lab AS401 required for active cadets.

Typically offered in Spring only

AS 495  Special Topics in Aerospace Studies  (2 credit hours)  

Offered as needed to treat new or special subject matter relating to the Department of the Air Force.

Typically offered in Fall and Spring