USF 2008-2009 Undergraduate Catalog - Pages 188-189
Location/Phone: CWY 407; (813) 974-3367
Office Hours: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Friday
Web Address: http://cyber.acomp.usf.edu/~airforce/
The Air Force Reserve Officers Training Corps (AFROTC) curriculum includes 12-16 course hours of instruction by active duty Air Force officers over a two- to four-year period. A student who completes the AFROTC program will receive an Air Force commission as a second lieutenant and is guaranteed a position in the active duty Air Force at a starting pay of approximately $45,000 per year.
AFROTC is offered as a two-, three-, or four-year program. The three- and four-year programs normally require a student to successfully complete all degree requirements for award of a bachelor’s degree, 14 or 16 course hours of AFROTC classes respectively, and a four-week field training encampment between his/her sophomore or junior years. The two-year program gives students who do not enroll in AFROTC during their freshman and sophomore years the opportunity of taking AFROTC. Students should apply for the two-year program by December of the sophomore year. The student attends a six-week field training encampment in the summer after program entry. Upon entering the program, the students then complete all undergraduate degree requirements, and 12 credit hours of AFROTC courses.
ROTC students take a 1.8 hour non-credit leadership laboratory in addition to the academic classes. Students wear the Air Force uniform during these periods and are taught customs and courtesies of the Air Force. Leadership Laboratory is open to students who are members of the Reserve Officer Training Corps or are eligible to pursue a commission as determined by the Professor of Aerospace Studies.
AFROTC 4, 3 and 2-year scholarships are available for eligible applicants. Depending on student qualifications, these scholarships may pay all tuition, fees, books, and a $300 - $500 per month tax-free stipend. Those interested in more information about scholarship criteria should contact the AFROTC Department.
Students interested in enrolling in the programs can begin registration procedures through the ROTC office in CWY 407 or by registering for the appropriate “AFR” course through university registration. Veterans, active duty personnel, and graduate students are encouraged to inquire about special accelerated programs designed for them. The AFROTC phone number is (813) 974-3367.
In order for the student to minor in Aerospace Studies a minimum GPA of 2.0 is required in all courses used to satisfy the minor. A minimum of 12 semester hours of the 16 semester hours required must be earned at USF. Grades less than “C” (GPA of 2.0) or “S” grades will not be accepted. Students will not be able to use credit through exam or independent study for application to the minor. This program will provide the student an understanding of management and leadership concepts as they relate to military officers. In addition, students will analyze the evolution of American defense policy and strategy. Special emphasis is placed on developing the student’s communication skills.
Specific Course Requirements for the Minor:
Optional Courses:
Professor: Bradford E. Ward; Assistant Professors: Gary Carruthers, Bruce Fike, Christine Newsome, Walter Rice.
Minor in Aerospace Studies
AFR 3220 Air Force Leadership and Management I (3)
AFR 3231 Air Force Leadership and Management II (3)
AFR 4201 National Security Affairs and Preparation for Activity Duty I (3)
AFR 4211 National Security Affairs and Preparation for Active Duty II (3)
AFR 1101 Foundation of the United States Air Force Part I (1)
AFR 1120 Foundation of the United States Air Force Part II (1)
AFR 2130 The Evolution of USAF Aerospace Power Part 1 (1)
AFR 2140 The Evolution of USAF Aerospace Power Part 2 (1)
AFR 2940 Basic Aerospace Internship
MSL 1001C Leadership in the Army Profession (2)
MSL 1002C Leadership Models and Methods (2)
MSL 2101C Individual Leadership Studies (2)
MSL 2102C Leadership in Changing Environments (2)
MSL 3201C Leading Teams (3)
MSL 3202C Leading Small Units (3)
MSL 4302C Preparing for Army Leadership (3)
Aerospace Studies Faculty
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