1996-1997 Academic Catalog

Studies The 26,000 member Air Force Co111m1111icatio11s and Electronics Association nationally recognized 22 "Distinguished Young Members." Cedarville cadet Josh Comer was the onZJ' student to receive this honor in 1996. Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) Air Force Cedarville College cooperates with Wright State University in offering Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps instruction which prepares students for commis– sioning as second lieutenants in the United States Air Force. While all courses are taken through the College, leadership laboratories and classes for the junior and senior years are taught at Wright State University, the site of the area Air Force ROTC detachment. Transporta– tion is provided by the College. The four-year program is divided into two phases: the general militaiy course involving the freshman and sophomore years and the professional officer course involving the junior and senior years. Freshman and sophomore general military courses are open to eve1yone interested in registering for the courses. No commitment to the Air Force is required. Students enrolled in the professional officer course are on contract with the government and therefore receive $150 per month subsistence allowance. Scholarships covering the cost of tuition, fees, text– books, and a $150 monthly allowance for two and three years are available on a competitive basis to students who demonstrate academic and leadership potential. Scholar– ship availability is greatest in the areas of mathematics, computer science, physics, engineering, nursing, and premedicine. Traditionally, about half ofCedarville cadets are able to win scholarships. Students interested in Air Force ROTC should contact the Department ofAerospace Studies, Wright State University, Dayton, Ohio, 45435, phone: 937-873-2730 or the Cedarville College Admissions Office. Air Force ROTC course requirements count as elective credits in the 192 quarter hours required for graduation. Air Force ROTC Course Descriptions AES-100 Leadership Laboratory-A,W,Sp 0 hours Applied Air Force ROTC training. Credit/no credit. Taken concurrently with 100-level AES courses. AES-121,122,123 The Air Force Today-A,W,Sp 1 hour each quarter A survey course designed to introduce students to the United States Air Force and the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps. Featured topics include mission and organization of the Air Force, officership and professionalism, military customs and courtesies, Air Force officer opportunities, group leadership problems, and an introduction to communication skills. AES-200 Leadership Laboratory-A,W,Sp 0 hours Applied Air Force ROTC training. Credit/no credit. Taken concurrently with 200-level AES courses. AES-221,222,223 The Air Force Way-A,W,Sp 1 hour each quarter A survey course designed to facilitate the transition from Air Force ROTC cadet to Air Force ROTC candidate. Featured topics include Air Force heritage, Air Force leaders, Quality Air Force, an introduction to ethics and values, introduction to leadership, group leadership problems, and continuing application of communication skills. AES-300 Leadership Laboratory-A,W,Sp 0 hours Applied Air Force ROTC training. Credit/no credit. Taken concurrently with 300-level AES courses. AES-331,332,333 Air Force Leadership and Management -A,W,Sp 3 hours each quarter Study of leadership and quality management fundamentals, professional knowledge, Air Force doctrine, leadership ethics, and communication skills. Case studies are used to examine Air Force leadership and management situations. AES-400 Leadership Laboratory-A,W,Sp 0 hours Applied Air Force ROTC training. Credit/no credit. Taken concurrently with 400-level AES courses. AES-431,432,433 Preparation for Active Duty I.II,III-A,W,Sp 3 hours each quarter Examines the national security process, regional studies, advanced leadership ethics, and Air Force doctrine. Topics focus on the military as a profession, officership, militaiy justice, civilian control of the military, and current issues. Continued emphasis on refining communication skills. ROTC acquaints students with opportunities available in military careers while providing excellent leadership training.