Elsinore High School
21800 Canyon Drive, Wildomar, CA 92595
(951) 253-7200 ext 2556 / 2557 / 2558
Syllabus for Aerospace Science IV
2016-2017
INSTRUCTORS: Major Charles Ruhl (951-253-7200 ext 2558, )
SMSgt Marvin Morris ( 951-253-7200 ext 2557, )
ACADEMIC CLASSES: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday (room 555)
DRILL: Wednesday (drill pad)
PHYSICAL TRAINING: Friday (athletic field)
UNIFORMS: Will be worn every Wednesday or when designated by the instructor.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The Air Force Junior ROTC Aerospace Science IV course is a two-semester class (10 credits) that combines the academic studies of survival skill and principles of management with the development of citizens of character for all students.
This fourth-year course is divided equally between Aerospace Science IV (AS IV) and Leadership Education IV (LE IV) studies. The academic and leadership education classes combine for 60% of the overall grade. The remaining 40% is based on uniform wear/marching drill and physical training (PT).
GOALS
1. Promote patriotism.
2. Develop informed and responsible citizens.
3. Promote habits of orderliness and precision and to develop respect for constituted authority.
4. Develop a higher degree of personal honor, self-reliance, individual discipline, and leadership.
(AS 400) "SURVIVAL" COURSE OBJECTIVES (54 hours instruction)
1. Know the elements of surviving.
2. Know how medicine, clothing, and shelter can provide protection for a survivor in a survival situation.
3. Know the necessities for maintaining life in a survival situation.
4. Know how to travel and prepare for recovery in a survival situation.
(LE 400) "LEADERSHIP EDUCATION IV" COURSE OBJECTIVES (54 hours instruction)
1. Know the history and the importance of management.
2. Know the techniques and skills involved in planning and decision making.
3. Know the importance of managing change, stress, and innovation.
4. Know key elements of individual and group behavior, the importance of communication and leadership.
(LE 500) UNIFORM WEAR & MARCHING DRILL COURSE OBJECTIVES (36 hours instruction)
1. Know the importance of drill and ceremonies.
2. Know basic commands and characteristics of the command voice.
3. Apply and execute the concepts and principles of basic drill positions and movements.
4. Know when and how to salute.
5. Apply the principles and procedures of drill movements used with smaller units up to a squadron.
6. Know the function of the group and the wing.
7. Know how groups and wings are formed.
8. Know the purpose and definition of ceremonies and parades.
(PT) "WELLNESS AND PHYSICAL TRAINING" COURSE OBJECTIVES (36 hours instruction)
1. Create an individualized training program based on national standards by age and gender.
2. Identify areas of improvements for each cadet and provide guidance for improvement.
3. Incorporate a physical training program to reach fitness goals.
EVALUATION CRITERIA GRADING CRITERIA
Aerospace Science Quizzes = 30% A = 90-100% B = 80-89%
Leadership Education Quizzes = 30% C = 70-79% D = 60-69%
Uniform Inspection and Drill = 20% F = 59%
Wellness and Physical Training = 20%
NOTE: Make-up tests and uniform inspections allowed for excused absences only.
Awards ceremony (one each semester) and group photo are graded events for all cadets in uniform.
REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS:
Survival (V-8027G), Air Force Publishing, 1997.
Leadership Education IV, Pearson Custom Publishing, 2008
CA-873 Cadet Guide
CLASSROOM RULES: No food, gum, drinks (water OK) allowed in the classroom.
PRESENTATION: Field trips Small and large group discussions Individual study and research Reading Lecture and demonstration Guest speakers and Inspectors
The following is a general summary of planned lessons for AS IV / LE IV. This schedule is flexible.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF TOPICS: First Semester
Week 1 Management Basics Week 10 The Will to Survive
Week 2 Survival Preparedness Week 11 Management and Society
Week 3 Management in the Marketplace Week 12 Basic Survival Medicine
Week 4 Conditions Affecting Survival Week 13 Planning Basics
Week 5 Management Theories Week 14 Proper Body Temperature
Week 6 The Survivor's Needs Week 15 Establishing Goals and Developing Plans
Week 7 Management Approaches Week 16 Clothing
Week 8 Psychological Aspects of Survival Week 17 The Decision Making Process
Week 9 Management and the Economy Week 18 Shelter
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF TOPICS: Second Semester
Week 1 Decision-Making Challenges Week 10 Water
Week 2 Firecraft Week 11 Work Teams 101
Week 3 Managers and Change Week 12 Land Navigation
Week 4 Equipment Week 13 Managing Teams
Week 5 Managing Yourself: Stress/Time Mgmt Week 14 Land Travel
Week 6 Food Week 15 Communication Skills and Challenges
Week 7 Behavior and Personality Week 16 Signaling Techniques
Week 8 Survival Use of Plants Week 17 Developing Interpersonal Skills
Week 9 Managers and Group Behavior Week 18 Recovery Principles
CLASS EXPECTATIONS: As a cadet enrolled in the Air Force JROTC program you are expected to be a LEADER on and off campus. All eyes are upon you, especially while wearing the uniform. The best way to lead is by setting the example for others to follow. Our curriculum, instruction, and activities are designed to develop your leadership ability regardless of your career path. Please refer to the semester calendar (school website) to make room for mandatory events, such as the awards ceremonies and group photo.
ATTENDANCE & PARTICIPATION: Cadets are required to wear their uniform on inspection days (normally Wednesdays) and physical training gear on Fridays. Air Force T-shirts and athletic shorts will be issued to all cadets to be worn during physical training. Cadets who have unexcused absences on uniform inspection or physical training days will receive no credit for those events. The cadet uniform, if issued, will be properly maintained and returned dry-cleaned at the end of the academic year or when requested by the instructors. Physical training gear will not be returned.
Cadets will be given a copy of the Cadet Guide, which is theirs to keep. They should be familiar with its contents and strive to follow its guidance. This is not an easy course! First and foremost you are required to know the Honor code by memory, which in part includes: "I will not lie, cheat, or steal nor tolerate those who do."
To participate in any extra-curricular activities, cadets must have a grade point average of 2.0 or higher during the semester with no more than two "Ds" or one "F". All cadets with an open 7th period are encouraged to join the Drill & Ceremonies class (10 elective credits). This class provides training required to perform with the Color Guard, Honor Guard, Saber Team, Unarmed Drill and Armed Drill teams. Performances include parades, drill meets, school activities, and community events.
If you or your parents feel that this program is not what you need or want, please contact your counselor and request a transfer. Parents, if there is anything that we could do for you, please call.
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After having read this syllabus:
STUDENT: I______will give my best effort to become an Air Force cadet. I will abide by the rules and regulations set forth in the cadet guide and I will strive to practice the Air Force core values of: integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.
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STUDENT SIGNATURE DATE
PARENTS: I______will encourage my cadet to participate fully in the Air Force Junior ROTC program. I understand that the cadet uniform must be maintained throughout the school year and returned at the end of the school year dry-cleaned. I have read the syllabus and support your intentions.
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PARENT SIGNATURE DATE
(YES / NO) I would also like to be a chaperone for your bus trips throughout the year. Please send information on how to get a school chaperone badge and provide a list of upcoming cadet events in the local area. You can contact me at ______.
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Return this page to the Junior ROTC instructor for valuable points. Keep the syllabus for future reference.
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