Any experimental courses offered by AFAS can be found at: registrar.iastate.edu/faculty-staff/courses/explistings/
Courses
Courses primarily for undergraduates:
(0-4) Cr. 2. Repeatable, maximum of 4 credits. F.S.
Prereq: Membership as a cadet in AFROTC
Instruction for new cadets on Air Force customs and courtesies; drill and ceremonies, issuing military commands, studying the environment of an Air Force officer and learning about areas of opportunity available to commissioned officers while also using basic military training skills and instruction to develop confidence, leadership, and communication skills through physical fitness. Full participation in all events will be determined based on student's physical and medical eligibility.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(1-0) Cr. 1. F.
No-commitment exploratory course introducing the United States Air Force and the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps program. Topics include Air Force heritage and culture, professional military officership values and expectations, and future career opportunities with an emphasis on cultivating leadership and communication skills.
(1-0) Cr. 1. S.
A continuation of 141. Topics expand Air Force history and heritage by examining the various functions of airpower and the organizational/command structures used to employ them. Introduces leading theories of warfare and conflict, basic principles and tenets of Air Force doctrine to guide future war planners. The course places emphasis on leadership and team building, further study of interpersonal communication, and above all, ethical decision making in the context of a military environment.
(0-4) Cr. 2. Repeatable, maximum of 4 credits. F.S.
Prereq: Membership as a cadet in AFROTC
Instruction and critique of cadets on Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, and issuing military commands in preparation for AFROTC summer Field Training while also using basic military training skills and instruction to develop confidence, leadership, and communication skills through physical fitness. Full participation in all events will be determined based on student's physical and medical eligibility.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 1. F.
Measuring character through self-assessment and its importance for leadership and team building. The importance of listening and communication for mission accomplishment. Leadership, team building, and problem solving skills in the context of Air Force core values.
Cr. 1. S.
Defining leadership through the lens of human relations, conflict and stress management, and ethical decision making. The importance of leveraging diversity and collaborative relationships with negotiating and resiliency techniques in the context of Air Force core values.
(0-4) Cr. 2. Repeatable, maximum of 4 credits. F.S.
Prereq: Membership as a cadet in AFROTC
Mid-level management of leadership experience involving planning and controlling of most AFROTC military activities. Students will help senior leadership to prepare and present briefings and other oral and written communications; provide interviews, guidance, and information that will increase the understanding, motivation, and performance of other cadets; and use advanced military training skills and instruction to develop confidence, leadership, and communication skills through physical fitness. Full participation in all events will be determined based on student's physical and medical eligibility.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Presents the complex issues of leadership and management in the U.S Air Force; a large and diverse organization. The theoretical aspects of leadership, management, communications, motivation and problem-solving are examined and studied against the backdrop of the U.S. Air Force.
(0-4) Cr. 2. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. F.S.
Prereq: Membership as a cadet in AFROTC
Advanced leadership experience involving the planning and controlling of all upper-level AFROTC military activities. Students will prepare and present briefings and other oral and written communications; provide interviews, guidance, and information that will increase the understanding, motivation, and performance of other cadets; and use advanced military training skills and instruction to develop confidence, leadership, and communication skills through physical fitness. Full participation in all events will be determined based on student's physical and medical eligibility.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Traces constitutional roots of authority and responsibilities to the Air Force officer, to include development of national security and strategy that defines US military policy and priorities. Applies legislation, joint doctrine, and relationships of operational and administrative authority concepts in the US military in the context of regional studies.
(3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Explores the range of professional, personal and social support structures available to US Air Force officers on active duty. Examines practical supervision tools to manage expectations, career development, and disciplinary action leading to the oath of office and acceptance of a commission in the US Air Force.
Meets International Perspectives Requirement.