Program Overview

Aerospace Studies (AIS) Program

The Aerospace Studies (AIS) program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the Air Force and its role in national security. The program aims to encourage students to pursue a career in the Air Force or to seek additional information to be better informed about the role of the USAF.

Course Descriptions

• AIS 101: Heritage and Values 1 This course provides an introduction to the Air Force, encouraging students to pursue an AF career or seek additional information to be better informed about the role of the USAF. The course examines general aspects of the Department of the Air Force, AF Leadership, Air Force benefits, and opportunities for AF officers. It lays the foundation for becoming an Airman by outlining our heritage and values.
  • Corequisite: AIS 150
  • Components: LEC
  • Grading: GRD
  • Typically Offered: Fall
• AIS 102: Heritage and Values 2 A continued introduction to the Air Force, encouraging students to pursue an AF career or seek additional information to be better informed about the role of the USAF. The course examines general aspects of the Department of the Air Force, AF Leadership, Air Force benefits, and opportunities for AF officers. It lays the foundation for becoming an Airman by outlining our heritage and values.
  • Corequisite: AIS 150
  • Components: LEC
  • Grading: GRD
  • Typically Offered: Spring
• AIS 150: Leadership Laboratory Leadership Laboratory (LLAB) is a dynamic and integrated grouping of leadership developmental activities designed to meet the needs and expectations of prospective Air Force second lieutenants and complement the AFROTC academic program.
  • Components: LAB
  • Grading: CNC
  • Typically Offered: Fall & Spring
• AIS 201: Team and Leadership Fundamentals I This course provides a fundamental understanding of both leadership and team building. It teaches cadets that there are many layers to leadership, including listening, understanding themselves, being a good follower, and problem-solving efficiently.
  • Corequisite: AIS 150
  • Components: LEC
  • Grading: GRD
  • Typically Offered: Fall
• AIS 202: Team and Leadership Fundamentals 2 A continued course designed to provide a fundamental understanding of both leadership and team building. It teaches cadets that there are many layers to leadership, including listening, understanding themselves, being a good follower, and problem-solving efficiently.
  • Corequisite: AIS 150
  • Components: LEC
  • Grading: GRD
  • Typically Offered: Spring
• AIS 301: Leading People and Effective Communication I A course designed to build on the leadership fundamentals taught in previous level courses. The cadets will have the opportunity to utilize their skills as they begin more of a leadership role in the detachment.
  • Corequisite: AIS 150
  • Components: LEC
  • Grading: GRD
  • Typically Offered: Fall
• AIS 302: Leading People and Effective Communication 2 A continued course designed to build on the leadership fundamentals taught in previous level courses. The cadets will have the opportunity to utilize their skills as they begin more of a leadership role in the detachment.
  • Corequisite: AIS 150
  • Components: LEC
  • Grading: GRD
  • Typically Offered: Spring
• AIS 401: National Security, Leadership Responsibilities and Commissioning Preparation 1 Cadets enrolled in this course should comprehend the basic elements of national security policy and process. The student should comprehend the air and space power operations as well as understand selected roles of the military in society and current domestic and international issues affecting the military profession.
  • Corequisite: AIS 150
  • Components: LEC
  • Grading: GRD
  • Typically Offered: Fall
• AIS 402: National Security, Leadership Responsibilities and Commissioning Preparation 2 Cadets in this course should comprehend the basic elements of national security policy and process. The student should comprehend the air and space power operations as well as understand selected roles of the military in society and current domestic and international issues affecting the military profession.
  • Corequisite: AIS 150
  • Components: LEC
  • Grading: GRD
  • Typically Offered: Spring

Program Overview

The Aerospace Studies (AIS) program is a comprehensive academic program that provides students with a thorough understanding of the Air Force and its role in national security. The program is designed to encourage students to pursue a career in the Air Force or to seek additional information to be better informed about the role of the USAF. The program consists of a series of courses that provide students with a fundamental understanding of leadership, team building, and effective communication. The program also provides students with a comprehensive understanding of national security policy and process, as well as the air and space power operations.

Conclusion

The Aerospace Studies (AIS) program is a unique and comprehensive academic program that provides students with a thorough understanding of the Air Force and its role in national security. The program is designed to encourage students to pursue a career in the Air Force or to seek additional information to be better informed about the role of the USAF. With its comprehensive curriculum and experienced instructors, the AIS program is an excellent choice for students who are interested in pursuing a career in the Air Force or in related fields.