Air Force JROTC Courses Offered at Seneca
Air Force (Seneca Only)
Overview: Each Military Science course is divided into three separate but equivalent sections of study: Aviation Science, Leadership Education, and Health and Wellness. Leadership Education is sub-divided into smaller sections of learning which includes team-building exercises and Air Force drill requirements. Health and Wellness is broken down into various aspects of physical fitness from team activities to exercises in preparation for the Presidential Physical Fitness Exam. Before participating in the JROTC Physical Fitness program, all cadets are required to complete the AFJROTC Physical Fitness Program Cadet Participation Consent Form with Health Screening Questionnaire. All cadets are required and expected to wear the uniform, meet grooming standards and participate in the scheduled PT activities each week.
Aerospace Science I and Leadership I: (791)
Milestones in Aviation History – This course is an aviation history course focusing on the development of flight throughout the centuries. The emphasis is on civilian and military contributions to aviation, interspersed with concise overviews of the principles of flight to include basic aeronautics, aircraft motion and control, flight power, and rockets. Introduction to AFJROTC - Leadership Education I outlines the basic principles of leadership in the Air Force as applied to the Air Force Junior ROTC cadet corps. Cadets are required to teach, learn and perform 30 basic Air Force Drill commands throughout the school year. Cadets will learn about making smart health and wellness choices, US citizenship, AFJROTC history, and high personal standards. In the Health and Wellness portion cadets will work together to develop their physical fitness to prepare to take the US Presidential Physical Fitness Exam.
Aerospace Science II and Leadership II: (792)
The Science of Flight - This course introduces students to the science of aviation, how weather conditions affect flight, how flight affects the human body, and flight navigation. The course is designed to complement materials taught in math, physics, and other science related courses and supports a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education. It is aligned with the National Science Education Technology Standards for Students.
Leadership Education II: Leadership Education II stresses communications skills and cadet corps activities. Information is provided on communicating effectively, understanding groups and teams, preparing for leadership roles, solving conflicts and problems, and personal development. Cadets are required to continue their study and performance of the 30 basic Air Force Drill commands throughout the school year. Cadets will be familiar with Air Force customs and courtesies and drill procedures. In the Health and Wellness portion cadets will work together to develop their physical fitness to prepare to take the US Presidential Physical Fitness Exam. Prerequisite: Aerospace Science I & Leadership I or Senior Aerospace Science Instructor Approval.
Aerospace Science III and Leadership III: (793)
Global Awareness: This area of study provides cadets with a stronger understanding and appreciation of the many cultures throughout the world as well as strengthens their cross-cultural communication skills. Cadets will gain an overarching appreciation for cultures and develop skills on how to become more aware of how to live and interact with individuals from other nations.
Leadership Education III: - This course it is designed to prepare students for life after high school in the high-tech, globally oriented, and diverse workplace of the 21st century. Students will learn all aspects of financial planning and money management. The Holland Interest Inventory and other self-assessments will help them to reveal their attitudes, aptitudes, and personal skills. In the Health and Wellness portion cadets will work together to develop their physical fitness to prepare to take the US Presidential Physical Fitness Exam. Prerequisite: Aerospace Science II & Leadership II or Senior Aerospace Science Instructor Approval.
Aerospace Science IV and Leadership Education IV: (794)
Fundamentals of Management - The cadets should manage the entire corps during their fourth year in the Air Force Junior ROTC program. This hands-on experience affords cadets the opportunity to put theories of previous leadership courses into practice. Planning, organizing, coordinating, directing, controlling, and decision-making will be done by cadets. They will put into practice their communication, decision-making, personal-interaction, managerial, and organizational skills. Instructors should keep in mind that since there is no textbook for this course, the course syllabus will be structured so that cadets achieve course objectives by completing core management activities.
Leadership Education IV: This course provides exposure to the fundamentals of management. The text contains many leadership topics that will benefit students as well as provide them with some of the necessary skills needed to put into practice what they have learned during their time in JROTC. Throughout the text are many ethical dilemmas, case studies, and role play activities built into the lessons. These activities are based on real life experiences and will give students the opportunity to practice what they learn by getting involved in discussions and expressing their opinions. In the Health and Wellness portion cadets will work together to develop their physical fitness to prepare to take the US Presidential Physical Fitness Exam. Prerequisite: Aerospace Science III & Leadership III or Senior Aerospace Science Instructor Approval.