Air Force (AIR)

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AIR 151 THE FOUNDATIONS OF THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE I ( 2) Survey course designed to introduce students to Air Force opportunities, officership, professionalism, and military customs and courtesies, and communication skills.

AIR 152 THE FOUNDATIONS OF THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE II ( 2) Continued study of officership and leadership. Mission and organization of today's Air Force are discussed.

AIR 251 THE EVOLUTION OF USAF AIR AND SPACE POWER I ( 2) Examines aspects of air and space power from the first balloons to the beginning of the Cold War era.

AIR 252 THE EVOLUTION OF USAF AIR AND SPACE POWER II ( 2) Continued examination of air and space power from the Cold War era to the Persian Gulf War and beyond.

PROFESSIONAL OFFICER COURSE

AIR 351 LEADERSHIP STUDIES I ( 3) Study of leadership, management fundamentals, and communication skills required of Air Force officers. Students apply these concepts using case studies.

AIR 352 LEADERSHIP STUDIES II ( 3) Continued study of leadership includes professional knowledge, AF personnel evaluation systems, and leadership ethics. Students apply concepts using case studies.

AIR 451 NATIONAL SECURITY AFFAIRS/PREPARATION FOR ACTIVE DUTY I ( 3) This course examines the national security process, regional studies, advanced leadership ethics, and Air Force doctrine.

AIR 452 NATIONAL SECURITY AFFAIRS/PREPARATION FOR ACTIVE DUTY II ( 3) Topics focus on preparation for military service after commissioning and current issues affecting the Air Force way of life.

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Effective Date: Current

Review Date: 06/20/2008

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