Aerospace Studies (Air Force ROTC)
Commander, Air Force ROTC Detachment 290
LTC Daniel W. Sullivan
AFROTC@uky.edu
859-257-7115
203 Barker Hall, University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 40506
The Department of Aerospace Studies provides a campus education program through which qualified students can simultaneously earn an Air Force commission and a college degree. Faculty members are experienced, active duty Air Force officers with advanced degree.
Requirements
- An academic major in aerospace studies is not offered. However, by successfully completing the Air Force ROTC program, a qualified student may concurrently earn a commission as an active duty Air Force Second Lieutenant while completing requirements for a degree. Students may enroll in some Aerospace Studies courses without joining the Air Force ROTC cadet corps. For more information, call (859) 257-7115.
Note: Entry into the POC years is competitive and is based on
- Air Force Officer Qualifying Test scores
- Grade-point average
- Evaluation by the AFROTC Detachment Commander
- Only physically qualified students in good academic standing may compete for entry into the POC.
- Typically, these courses are for those cadets who have already completed the courses in the GMC.
Field Training
Field training is offered at Maxwell Air Force Base in Alabama. Students receive officer training and leadership development with other students. Simultaneously, the Air Force has an opportunity to evaluate each student as a potential member of its officer corps. Field training courses include cadet orientation, survival training, officer training, aircraft and aircrew orientation, physical training, organizational and functional aspects of an Air Force base, career orientation, small arms familiarization, first aid, and other supplemental training.
Scholarships
Students interested in AFROTC scholarships should refer to the Student Financial Aid, Awards, and Benefits section of this Bulletin and at www.afrotc.com/scholarships or call (859) 257-7115. Information is subject to change.
Admission to the Program
- Non-scholarship freshmen and sophomores may register for Air Force Studies (AFS) courses without incurring a military commitment.
- Students with a minimum of five semesters of school remaining in a graduate or undergraduate status may qualify for Air Force ROTC. For more information, call (859) 257-7115.
Program Requirements
AFROTC Curriculum
The AFROTC curriculum consists of both academic classes and leadership laboratory or seminar classes.
- The General Military Course (GMC) is a two-year course normally taken during the freshman and sophomore years.
- Sophomores wishing to begin the program will take both freshman (111 fall/113 spring) and sophomore (211 fall/213 spring) AFS classes simultaneously and register for the sophomore leadership lab AFS-212/214.
- The Professional Officer Course (POC) is a two-year course normally taken during the junior and senior years. Along with academic classes each semester, all cadets also take leadership laboratory classes.
In the GMC, there are four academic classes:
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Freshman Semesters | ||
| AFS 111 | Aerospace Studies I (offered in Fall semesters) | 1 |
| AFS 113 | Aerospace Studies I (offered in Spring semesters) | 1 |
| Sophomore Semesters | ||
| AFS 211 | Aerospace Studies II (offered in Fall semesters) | 1 |
| AFS 213 | Aerospace Studies II (offered in Spring semesters) | 1 |
These cover two main themes – the development of air power and the contemporary Air Force in the context of the U.S. military organization.
In the POC, there are four academic classes:
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Semesters | ||
| AFS 311 | Aerospace Studies III (offered in Fall semesters) | 3 |
| AFS 313 | Aerospace Studies III (offered in Spring semesters) | 3 |
| Senior Semesters | ||
| AFS 411 | Aerospace Studies IV (offered in Fall semesters) | 3 |
| AFS 413 | Aerospace Studies IV (offered in Spring semesters) | 3 |
These cover Air Force management and leadership and national security studies.
Students enrolled as cadets are required to be involved once a week in a 1-credit-hour course in the cadet corps training program designed to simulate a typical Air Force organization and its associated functions. This course is known as Leadership Laboratory. Cadets are required to take all of the Leadership Laboratories each semester (fall and spring only) concurrent with their AFS courses listed above. If there are questions please refer to 859-257-7115 for further inquiries on the matter.
GMC Years
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Freshman Semesters | ||
| AFS 112 | Leadership Seminar (Fall) | 1 |
| AFS 114 | Leadership Seminar (Spring) | 1 |
| Sophomore Semesters | ||
| AFS 212 | Leadership Seminar (Fall) | 1 |
| AFS 214 | Leadership Seminar (Spring) | 1 |
POC Years
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Semesters | ||
| AFS 312 | Aerospace Seminar (Fall) | 1 |
| AFS 314 | Leadership Seminar (Spring) | 1 |
| Senior Semesters | ||
| AFS 412 | Leadership Seminar (Fall) | 1 |
| AFS 414 | Leadership Seminar (Spring) | 1 |
The leadership laboratories are largely cadet-planned and conducted under the concept that they provide leadership training experiences that will improve the cadets’ capabilities as Air Force officers. This also involves two hours of physical training each week. Leadership laboratory is open to students who are members of the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps or are eligible to pursue a commission as determined by the Air Force ROTC Detachment Commander.
Courses
AFS 111. Aerospace Studies I. (1 Credit)
The course allows students to examine general aspects of the Department of the Air Force, Air Force benefits, and opportunities for Air Force officers. The course also lays the foundation for becoming an Airman such as AF customs and courtesies, AF dress and appearance, team building, communication skills, and more. As a whole, this course, combined with AFS 112, 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 Air Force way of life and gain knowledge on what it means to be an Airman. (This course is offered with the University of Kentucky).
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AFS 112. Leadership Seminar. (1 Credit)
This fall semester course (to be taken in conjunction with AFS 111) is a weekly laboratory that teaches Air Force customs and courtesies, health and physical fitness, and drill and ceremonies. Consists of one, two-hour lab per week and two, one-hour physical training (PT) sessions per week. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only. Corequisite: AFS 111. (This course is offered with the University of Kentucky).
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AFS 113. Aerospace Studies I. (1 Credit)
The course allows students to examine general aspects of the Department of the Air Force, Air Force Leadership and the Air Force Core Values. As a foundational course, AS100 also provides a historical perspective such as lessons on war and US military, Air Force operations, principles of war, and airpower. As a whole, this course, combined with AFS 111, 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 Air Force way of life and gain knowledge on what it means to be an Airman. (This course is offered through UK).
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AFS 114. Leadership Seminar. (1 Credit)
This course (to be taken in conjunction with AFS 113) is a weekly laboratory that teaches Air Force customs and courtesies, health and physical fitness, and drill and ceremonies. Consists of one, two-hour lab per week and two, one-hour physical training (PT) sessions per week. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only. Corequisite: AFS 113. (This course is offered with the University of Kentucky).
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AFS 211. Aerospace Studies II. (1 Credit)
This course is the first part of a two part course that focuses on laying the foundation for teams and leadership. The topics include skills that will allow cadets to improve their leadership on a personal level and within a team. The courses will prepare cadets for their field training experience where they will be able to put the concepts learned into practice. The purpose is to instill a leadership mindset and to motivate sophomore students to transition from AFROTC cadet to AFROTC officer candidate. (This course is offered with the University of Kentucky).
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AFS 212. Leadership Seminar. (1 Credit)
This course is a weekly laboratory that prepares cadets with additional emphasis on leadership/followership roles and preparation for summer field training. Consists of one, two-hour lab per week and two, one-hour physical training (PT) sessions per week. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only. Corequisite: AFS 211. (This course is offered with the University of Kentucky).
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AFS 213. Aerospace Studies II. (1 Credit)
This course is the second part of a two-part course that focuses on laying the foundation for teams and leadership. The topics include communication, feedback, situational leadership and leadership theory. The courses will prepare cadets for their field training experience where they will be able to put the concepts learned into practice. The purpose is to instill a leadership mindset and to motivate sophomore students to transition from AFROTC cadet to AFROTC officer candidate. (This course is offered with the University of Kentucky).
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AFS 214. Leadership Seminar. (1 Credit)
This course is a weekly spring semester laboratory designed to develop supervisory management skills to include communication, techniques of critique, social actions, personnel evaluation procedures, problem solving, role playing and field training preparation. Consists of one, two-hour lab per week and two, one-hour physical training (PT) sessions per week. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only. Corequisite: AFS 213. (This course is offered with the University of Kentucky).
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AFS 311. Aerospace Studies III. (3 Credits)
Prerequisites, AFS 111, 113, 211, 213. Part one of a two-part course that teaches cadets advanced skills and knowledge in management and leadership. Special emphasis is placed on enhancing leadership skills and communication. Cadets have an opportunity to try out these leadership and management techniques in a supervised environment as juniors and seniors. Class participation, comprehension, and oral communication skills are stressed. (This course is offered with the University of Kentucky).
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AFS 312. Aerospace Seminar. (1 Credit)
A fall semester course focused on developing advanced leadership skills through hands-on application and leadership roles. Students fill the mid-level management function within the Detachment’s cadet wing through flight leadership and other project management roles. The course involves the planning and execution of military events and activities within leadership lab itself. Consists of one, two-hour lab per week and two, one-hour physical training (PT) sessions per week. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only. Corequisite: AFS 311. (This course is offered with the University of Kentucky).
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AFS 313. Aerospace Studies III. (3 Credits)
Prerequisites, AFS 111, 113, 211, 213. A continuation of AFS 311. Second part of a course that teaches cadets advanced skills and knowledge in management and leadership. Special emphasis is placed on enhancing leadership skills and communication. Cadets have an opportunity to try out these leadership and management techniques in a supervised environment as juniors and seniors. Class participation, comprehension, and oral communication skills are stressed. (This course is offered with the University of Kentucky).
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AFS 314. Leadership Seminar. (1 Credit)
A spring semester course designed and focused on developing advanced leadership skills through hands-on application and leadership roles. Students fill the mid-level management function within the Detachment’s cadet wing through flight leadership and other project management roles. The course involves the planning and execution of military events and activities within leadership lab itself. Consists of one, two-hour lab per week and two, one-hour physical training (PT) sessions per week. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only. Corequisite: AFS 311. (This course is offered with the University of Kentucky).
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AFS 411. Aerospace Studies IV. (3 Credits)
Prerequisites, AFS 111, 113, 211, 213, 311, 313. Part one of a two-part class that is designed for college seniors and gives them the foundation to understand their role as military officers in American society. It is an overview of the complex social and political issues facing the military profession and requires a measure of sophistication commensurate with the senior college level. Class participation, comprehension, written and oral communication skills are stressed. (This course is offered with the University of Kentucky).
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AFS 412. Leadership Seminar. (1 Credit)
A fall semester course designed and focused on developing advanced leadership skills. Students fill the top-level management function within the cadet wing. The course involves the planning and controlling of military activities of leadership lab. The lab also includes practice of leadership techniques aimed at motivating and instructing cadets in the lower three levels. Consists of one, two hour lab per week and two, one-hour physical training (PT) sessions per week. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only. Corequisite: AFS 411. (This course is offered with the University of Kentucky).
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AFS 413. Aerospace Studies IV. (3 Credits)
Second part of a class hat is designed for college seniors and gives them the foundation to understand their role as military officers in American society. It is an overview of the complex social and political issues facing the military profession and requires a measure of sophistication commensurate with the senior college level. This final semester provides information that will prepare the cadets for Active Duty. Class participation, comprehension, written and oral communication skills are stressed. (This course is offered with the University of Kentucky).
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AFS 414. Leadership Seminar. (1 Credit)
A spring semester course designed and focused on developing advanced leadership skills. Students fill the top-level management function within the cadet wing. The course involves the planning and controlling of military activities of leadership lab. The lab also includes practice of leadership techniques aimed at motivating and instructing cadets in the lower three levels. Consists of one, two hour lab per week and two, one-hour physical training (PT) sessions per week. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only. (This course is offered with the University of Kentucky).
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AFS 495. Independent Work. (2-6 Credits)
A. Prerequisite: approval of professor of aerospace studies. Student must have the independent study proposal form approved by faculty supervisor and department chair prior to enrollment. A study of an advanced problem on an aerospace subject under the guidance of the Chairman of the Department of Aerospace Studies.
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