The Evolution of U.S. Air and Space Power AS 200 The Evolution of U.S. Air and Space Power
Course Objectives 1. Know the key terms and definitions used to describe U.S. air and space power. 2. Know the events, leaders, and technical developments which surrounded the evolution of U.S. air and space power. 3. Demonstrate basic verbal and written communication skills. 4. Know the Air Force core values and examples of their use throughout the evolution of U.S. air and space power.
Course Overview Concepts Air and Space Power Competencies and Functions Doctrine
Course Overview Kitty Hawk - WWI Interwar Years World War II Separate Air Force Berlin Airlift Korea Vietnam Cold War Desert Storm
Evolution of U.S. Air and Space Power AS 200 Evolution of U.S. Air and Space Power QUESTIONS?
Introductions Name What city/state are you from What is your major Do you have prior active-duty military experience Is this your first or second year of AFROTC Why are you enrolled in AFROTC What would you like to do in the Air Force What are your career goals What are your hobbies
Rules of Engagement Be prepared for class Drinks permitted in classroom; no food Classroom is non-attribution environment Mil customs / courtesies at all times Class called to attn at beginning / end of class Address each other as “Cadet _____” Special students address as Mr.___ or Miss____ For visitors/guests, don’t call class to attn
Rules of Engagement (cont) 70% min attendance for passing final grade Wear mil uniform for classes / LLAB Be on time for class Late when the door closes If late, enter quietly and be seated; see me after If absent from class, then PRIOR to next class, submit a MFR IAW Tongue and Quill
Grades Mid-Term Exam 100 Pts 33% Final Exam 100 Pts 33% Written Assignment 40 Pts 13% Briefing Assignment 40 Pts 13% Class Participation 20 Pts 7% TOTAL 300 Pts 100%
Scoring % Grade Points 90 -100 A 270 - 300 81 - 89 B 240 - 269 00 - 59 F 0 - 179
Mid-Term / Final Exams Combination of multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer Based on Lessons’ main points and samples of behavior Drawn from your readings, textbooks, classroom discussion, lectures, and videos
Textbooks T-208 A Concise History of the U.S. Air Force, by Stephen L. McFarland, 1997
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