AS/LE 100 (1ST YEAR)

AS-100: A Journey into Aviation History

 This is the recommended first AS component for all new cadets. It is an aviation history course focusing on the development of flight throughout the centuries. It starts with ancient civilizations, then progresses through time to modern day. The emphasis is on civilian and military contributions to aviation; the development, modernization, and transformation of the Air Force; and a brief astronomical and space exploration history. It is interspersed with concise overviews of the principles of flight to include basic aeronautics, aircraft motion and control, flight power, and rockets. Throughout the course, there are readings, videos, hands-on activities, and in-text and student workbook exercises to guide in the reinforcement of the materials.

The course objectives are:

1. Know the historical facts and impacts of the early attempts to fly

2. Know the major historical contributors to the development of flight

3. Know the contributions of the U.S. Air Force to modern aviation history

4. Know the key events of space exploration history

 (Digital) Textbook: Aerospace Science: A Journey into Aviation History

LE-100: Citizenship, Character & Air Force Tradition

 LE-100 introduces cadets to the Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC), providing a basis for progression through the rest of the AFJROTC program while instilling elements of good citizenship. As such, it should be the first LE course taken by new cadets. It contains sections on cadet and Air Force organizational structure; uniform wear; customs, courtesies, and other military traditions; health and wellness; fitness; individual self-control; and citizenship. If this course cannot be taught first to new cadets, at least the first unit in the course and the first part of Unit Four should be taught before entering other LE instruction.

 The Course Objectives are:

1. Know the importance of AFJROTC history, mission, purpose, goals, and objectives.

 2. Know military traditions and the importance of maintaining a high standard of dress and personal appearance.

 3. Know the importance of attitude, discipline, and respect, and why values and ethics are so important.

 4. Know the importance of individual self-control, common courtesies and etiquette.

 5. Know that an effective stress management program improves the quality of life.

 6. Know why courtesies are rendered to the United States flag and the National Anthem.

 7. Know why it is important to be a good democratic citizen and to be familiar with the different forms of governments.

 8. Know the importance of keeping yourself well and helping others stay well.

 (Digital) Textbook: Leadership Education I: Citizenship, Character & Air Force Tradition