338 Students in the Four-Year Program must satisfactorily complete the requirements of the GMC, which includes course work and a four-week summer training course at an Air Force base. Completion of the GMC qualifies cadets for application for admission to the POC. To qualify for entry into the POC, a student must be a United States citizen, be at least 17 years of age, qualify on the Air Force physical examination, be interviewed and selected by a board of Air Force officers, qualify on the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT), successfully complete field training, and have two academic years remaining (undergraduate, graduate, or a combination of the two). Students in the Two-Year Program will complete the GMC requirements at a six-week summer training course at an Air Force base. The entrance requirements for the six-week program are the same as for the four-week program. Once a student enters the last two years of AFROTC, successful completion of the POC course becomes a requirement for commissioning. In addition, when entering the final two years, a student must agree to accept an Air Force commission if it is offered and to serve on active duty if directed to do so. Upon initial enrollment at the university, students should schedule aerospace courses to be completed simultaneously with requirements for a university degree. Scholarship Opportunities AFROTC college scholarships are available on a competitive basis in both three-year and two-year awards. Scholarships are also awarded to all eligible juniors and seniors contracted in the program (POC Incentive Scholarship). All academic majors qualify for the POC Incentive Scholarship. The two- and three-year scholarships provide full tuition, laboratory and incidental fees, plus an allowance for curriculum-required textbooks. The POC Incentive Scholarship provides up to $2000 per year towards tuition, fees and books. In addition, scholarship cadets receive a nontaxable $150 subsistence each month during the school year while on scholarship status. Eligible freshmen and sophomores should apply directly to the head of the Department of Aerospace Studies at the University of Utah. High school students should apply for four-year scholarships early in the fall of their senior year through their high school counselors or directly through the University of Utah AFROTC detachment. All scholarship recipients must complete English composition, mathematical reasoning, and foreign language course requirements as established by the AFROTC. Career Opportunities To meet the challenge of the aerospace age, its technological advances, and its ever-broadening horizons, officers possessing a variety of skills are required within the Air Force. Men and women who can meet the stringent demands of pilot or navigator training may command the aerospace forces of the future. The complexity of modern aviation, space technology and communications generates a critical need for first rate engineers, scientists and computer scientists. Officers are also needed in nontechnical, general management degree areas. In all fields, the Air Force assigns young officers to responsible positions early in their careers. After being called to active duty, cadets will serve four years minimum. Navigators serve six years and pilots eight years, after completion of flight training. There are 200 different career fields in the Air Force. A few examples include development engineer, system program manager, computer analyst, logistician, missile launch officer, and civil engineer. Benefits include a good starting salary, about $26,000, commissary and exchange privileges, free medical and dental care, free legal service, inexpensive life insurance, 30 days annual vacation with pay, unlimited sick leave with pay, travel opportunities, eligibility for VA housing loans, advanced educational opportunities, and an outstanding retirement plan. Future Educational Benefits If cadets complete the AFROTC program and receive commissions, they may request a delay in call to active duty if they desire to continue studies toward a graduate degree before going on active duty. The length of the delay depends upon current AFROTC regulations and directives. You can continue your education through a variety of Air Force programs once on active duty. Most bases have extensive on-base graduate college programs. The Tuition Assistance Program will pay up to 75 percent of your tuition costs. The Air Force Institute of Technology provides full-time graduate study for selected officers. Some classes are taught in residence at the institute's campus at Wright-Patterson AFB in Ohio and others at civilian universities. Selected AFROTC graduates enter some of the institute's scientific and engineering graduate programs as second lieutenants following graduation. Many make the Armed Forces their career, but some plan to use the skills and training obtained in military service in civilian jobs. Most private businesses and government agencies require the same basic skills that are needed for functional support and administration jobs in military service. Air Force training and experience provides excellent leadership skills and can be a valuable asset in obtaining civilian employment. Special Requirements To qualify as a pilot or navigator, a cadet must be able to finish the Aerospace Studies program and graduate from the university before age 26-1/2. Other cadets must complete the military program and graduate from the University prior to reaching the age of 30. Scholarship recipients must fulfill commissioning requirements before reaching age 27 as of June 30 of the year of commissioning. Advisement All Aerospace Studies students are required to meet with a faculty advisor at least semiannually for course and program advisement. Call (801) 581-6236 for more information or to schedule an appointment. Admission Requirements Enrollment in any of the upper division, directed studies, or leadership lab classes requires approval of the department. Contact Lynda Robinson at (801) 581-6236 for more information. Program Description The Air Force ROTC at Weber State University offers a program leading to a commission in the United States Air Force upon completion of specific requirements. This includes meeting all requirements for a degree according to the university as well as completing all Air Force Professional Officer Course and commissioning requirements. Students who meet the criteria below will receive a minor in Aerospace Studies. Course Requirements for Minor Basic courses: (C or better) Aerosp 1010 Intro to Air Force Today I (1) Aerosp 1011 Intro to Air Force Today II (1) Aerosp 2010 The Air Force Way I (1) Aerosp 2011 The Air Force Way II (1) Upper division courses: (C or better) Aerosp 3010 Management and Leadership I (3) Aerosp 3011 Management and Leadership II (3) Aerosp 4010 National Security Forces in Contemporary American Society I (3) Aerosp 4011 National Security Forces in Contemporary American Society II (3) Note: Completion of our six-week practical leadership training course or two or more years active duty as an enlisted person in the United States Air Force may result in exemption from the basic courses. AEROSPACE STUDIES COURSES General Military Courses Aerosp 1010. Introduction to the Air Force Today I (1) Development, organization, and doctrine of the United States Air Force, emphasizing Strategic Force Requirements. Aerosp 1011. Introduction to the Air Force Today II (1) Development and organization of United States Air Force Defensive Forces, General Purpose Forces and Tactical Air Forces. Aerosp 2010. The Air Force Way I (1) Development of various concepts of air power employment, emphasizing factors that have prompted research and technological change. Aerosp 2011. The Air Force Way II (1) Development of various concepts of air power employment, emphasizing factors that have prompted research and technological change. Aerosp 2830. Directed Readings (1-3) Individual study with a professor from Aerospace Studies (Air Force ROTC). Allows increased responsibility for GMC in an academic setting providing leadership/management skill development opportunities. May be repeated for credit. GMC Leadership Laboratory Students have the option of taking these labs for one (1) credit each or zero (0) credits. Aerosp 1110. General Military Leadership Lab I (1) Studies and experience in Air Force standards, customs and courtesies. Introduction to drill and ceremonies. Studies typical organizations and missions of Air Force Bases through field trips. Aerosp 1111. General Military Leadership Lab II (1) Studies and experience in Air Force standards, customs and courtesies. Introduction to drill and ceremonies. Studies typical organizations and missions of Air Force Bases through field trips. Aerosp 1010L. General Military Leadership Lab I (0) Studies and experience in Air Force standards, customs and courtesies. Introduction to drill and ceremonies. Studies typical organizations and missions of Air Force Bases through field trips. Aerosp 101 IL. General Military Leadership Lab II (0) Studies and experience in Air Force standards, customs and courtesies. Introduction to drill and ceremonies. Studies typical organizations and missions of Air Force Bases through field trips. 339 Aerosp 2110. General Military Leadership Lab HI (1) Application of Air Force standards, customs and courtesies. Drill and ceremonies leadership, introduction to reviews and honors. Firsthand exposure to various career opportunities within the Air Force and their application on a typical Air Force base. Aerosp 2111. General Military Leadership Lab IV (1) Application of Air Force standards, customs and courtesies. Drill and ceremonies leadership, introduction to reviews and honors. First-hand exposure to various career opportunities within the Air Force and their application on a typical Air Force base. Aerosp 2010L. General Military Leadership Lab III (0) Application of Air Force standards, customs and courtesies. Drill and ceremonies leadership, introduction to reviews and honors. First-hand exposure to various career opportunities within the Air Force and their application on a typical Air Force base. Aerosp 201 IL. General Military Leadership Lab IV (0) Application of Air Force standards, customs and courtesies. Drill and ceremonies leadership, introduction to reviews and honors. First-hand exposure to various career opportunities within the Air Force and their application on a typical Air Force base. Professional Officer Courses Aerosp 3000. Field Training (1-4) Four to five weeks of field training conducted at United States Air Force bases as arranged by the Professor of Aerospace Studies. Course prepares AFROTC students for entry into upper division AFROTC classes, the Professional Officer Corps, and for later commissioning into the US Air Force. The course offers a minimum of 269 hours of education and training in the areas of Officership, Air Force Orientation, Leadership, and Physical/Survival Training. The course is normally conducted in the summer between the sophomore and junior years. Aerosp 3010. Management and Leadership I (3) Writing, speaking, and listening as communication skills; management concepts; responsibilities and ethics for an Air Force junior officer. Aerosp 3011. Management and Leadership II (3) Principles of leadership, problem solving, decision, discipline, and human relations. Emphasis on career planning as an Air Force junior officer. Aerosp 4010. National Security Forces in Contemporary American Society I (3) Examines the need for national security, analyzes the evolution and formulation of American defensive policy, strategy and joint doctrine. Investigates methods of managing conflict and touches on arms control and terrorism. Aerosp 4011. National Security Forces in Contemporary American Society II (3) Examines conflict management, arms control, military law and Air Force issues and policies. Aerosp 4830. Directed Readings (1-5) Individual study with a professor from Aerospace Studies. Provides added leadership/management skill development opportunities to develop more competitive officer candidates. May be repeated for credit. General PROFILE ENROLLMENT STUDENT AFFAIRS ACADEMIC INFO DEGREE REQ GENED Interdisciplinary FYE HNRS BIS LIBSCI INTRD MINORS Applied Science A Technology CEET CS MFET/MET CMT DG PRENGR AUT0SV/AUT0TC IDT SST TBE Arts & Humanities COMM ENGL FORLNG DANCE MUSIC THEATR ART Business A Econ MBA MPACC/ACCTNG BUSADM FIN LOM MGMT MKTG EC0N/QUANT IS&T Education MEDUC CHFAM ATHL/AT HEALTH/NUTRI PE/REC EDUC "■':■:-•. ■■■■■■,.:;:i CLS DENSCI PARAMD HTHSCI HAS/HIM NURSNG RADTEC DMS NUCMED RADTHR RESTHY Science BOTANY CHEM GEOSCI MATH/MATHED MICRO PHSX ZOOL Social & Behavioral Sciences CJ ECON GEOGR HIST POLSC PHILO PSYCH SOCLWK GERONT SOCLGY ANTHRO AEROSP* MILSCI NAVSCI Weber State University Weber State University