BCLC
Cadet Leadership Course
Discovery Phase I
Cadet Study Guide
University of Houston
SUMMER 2015
Congratulations onyourselection to attend Discovery Phase I Cadet Leadership Course (BCLC).This iscertainlyan achievementof whichyou should beproud. As such,your selectionwasbased onyour potential to excel as a cadet, andas a person in yourJROTC unit, high school, and community. Therefore, uponyour arrival and untilyour departureyouare expected to conductyourself in themanner appropriateforafutureleader inyour Cadet Corps;youare held to the higheststandards thatyour instructors and Discovery staffexpect of a future leader.All material in this study guide is testable!
Safety:
You must takea fullhydration system whereveryou gowhenyou leaveyourdormitory.At everymeal,you must drink at least one fullglassofwater.
You must haveapartner(wingman) ofthe samegender whenyou transitout of the dormitory areatoadifferent location.Inaddition,you mustnotifysomeone(flight/dorm mates) ofwhere you are going. Accountabilityis paramountto success.
Cadets mayonlytravel in details of thesamegender.Ifcadetsareleaving the common area (where cadets aretraining) theymustnotifyacadet training instructorwhytheyareleavingand wheretheyare going.
You must wear closed toe shoes (tennis/runningshoes, etc.)at all times when outsideyour room. Duringfiredrills, cadets MUST wearathleticshoes; no other closed toe shoeis authorized. Exceptionsaremadein specific circumstances suchas sand volleyball.
You must use thehandrails when transitingup anddown stairs.
You must haveaworkingflashlight duringhoursofdarkness(darkness is defined as 30 minutes after sunset until30 minutes prior to sunrise).
Cadets willnot walk on thegrassunlessgiven permission from their cadet training instructoror other assigned personnel.
CadetBehavior andConduct:
The following expectedbehavior ofcadets is criticallyimportant to the success of this course. Whilethis documentis notallinclusive, itsetsthe minimum standards forbehaviorand discipline at the Advanced Cadet Leadership Course.
Respect forinstructors,cadet trainingofficers (CTO), cadet training instructors (CTI),and cadettrainees: All instructors, CTOs, CTIs,and cadet trainees deserveto be treated with respect and dignity. Whilethis school is expected to be verychallenging for cadets; hazing, the useof exercise forpunishment, sexual harassment, profanityor anylanguagethat demeans or belittles cadets in anyway, willnot be tolerated. The Commandant of theLeadership Courseis the final authorityregarding anyinfractions committed at the camp and the removal ordismissal of anycadet from thecamp.
Publicdisplay ofaffection: Cadets willnot participatein anypublicdisplayof affection. Whileabrief hugbetween cadets expressingjoythat one orboth havewona competition is acceptable, hugging, kissing, holdinghands and other methods of displayingaffection arenot acceptablebehaviors.
Sexual Harassment and/or Hazing: Sexual harassment of anytypeis prohibited. Anytypeof hazingor treatment that demeansan individual will notbetolerated. Such behavior degrades the team and theindividual and is simplynot acceptedin anyform and willresultin dismissal/removal from the course.
Useof drugs, alcohol, andtobacco: Drugs, alcohol, and tobaccoarestrictlyprohibited atBCLC. Theuse of theseproducts byminors isa crime. Appropriateauthorities (University of Houstoncampus police) will be notified andthe cadet trainee will bedismissed from theBCLC.
Electronic devices: Electronicdevices arenot permitted in thepossession of cadet trainees. Do not bring cellphones, radios,IPODs, oranyother electronic devices withyou. You will nothavetime fortheseitems and theyareeasilybroken, lost, or stolen. Instructors mayallowcadets theopportunityto callhome oncetheyhavesafely arrivedat the University of Houston (UH). Other items of contraband include food and beverages other than water, anymedications (accept an inhaler forasthma), drugs, alcohol, etc. Yourinstructor should keepyour parents advised ofyour progress at school. He/she should also insureyour parents havehis/her cell phone number in caseofan emergency, such asadeath in the family. However, ifyour parentscannot reachyour instructor theymaycallthe school at the emergencynumbers listed below in the EmergencyContactInformation section ofthis guide.
Lights out: Lights out isat 2200 hrs. everynight. Allcadet trainees willbeintheirrooms at 2200 hrs.each night with the lightsout. Violations of this policywillbecause for disciplinaryaction. Random room checks willbethenorm to ensurecompliance.
Offlimits:Instructorrooms, store rooms and administrativeoffices, busesand privatelyowned vehicles areofflimits to allcadet trainees. Oppositesexdormitory rooms arealso offlimits. Violations will be cause for immediate dismissal from the course. Cadets willalso bewitha“buddy”cadet anywherethey go. Asaminimumyouwillalways travel in pairs when not in formation. Anyviolation ofthis policywillresultin disciplinaryactionand/or dismissal from school.
Absences andtardiness: All cadet trainees must be presentat all formations/events (PT, drill practiceand drill tests, academic classes andtests, etc.). CTI Flight Commanders (Flt CC)andCTI DeputyFlight Commanders (Flt DC)will havearoll sheetlistingallcadets and theirroom numbers in their flight. CTI Flight Commanders will check to insureall cadets from his/herflightarepresent at allformations/events. If theCTI FlightCommander finds a cadet is not present, he/she will notifytheirCTOor assigned instructorimmediately. Theywill intern contact the CQ whowillthen notifythe cadet’s SASIorASI, and theschool Commandant. Onlymedical issues will be reasonto missa formation or event. Cadets who missan entire formation/event maybe allowed to continue ona casebycasebasis, but will notbe considered forhonor, distinguished or othergraduate awards.
EmergencyContactInformation
1. Units participating inDiscovery Phase Imust have a SASI or ASI accompanytheir cadets the entire timetheunit is attending theBCLC. Each cadet will provide their SASI/ASI contact information (phonenumber) to theparents/guardians of each cadetattending.Your school’s instructoris yourparent’s firstpoint ofcontact!
2. The cadet leadership coursealso has a24 hour contact point attheUniversity that can relayinformation to theChargeof Quarters (CQ), located in Cougar Village. Parents shoulduse thefollowing emergency phonenumbers only ifthey areunable to contact their cadet’s instructor:(713-743-6000)Inform theperson who answersyou have anemergencymessage foryourcadet at theAFJROTC Cadet Leadership Course.
3. If unable to contact anyoftheabovenumbersyou can alsocontact theUHcampus policedepartmentat (713) 743-2255 and tell themyou need to make contact with the CQ forthe JROTC, Cadet Leadership Course,locatedin Cougar Village.
Dress andPersonal Appearance
ServiceUniform (Males)
Fight Cap—wear thecap tilted slightlytoyour right, with the vertical creasein line with the centerof the forehead, in a straight line with the nose. Itwillbe approximately1- inchfrom the eyebrows. Do notcrushthe crown, front, orbackofthe cap.
Short SleeveBlue Shirt—musttouch, or come within 1-inch oftouchingthe forearm when the arm is bent at a 90-degree angle. Do not press militarycreases in anyshirt. Males wear awhite V-neck undershirt with the blueshirts.
Ribbons—centered andflush abovethe left breastpocket. Name Tag—centered and flushabovethe right breast pocket.
Trousers—dark blue, fullcut, straight hangingand withouta cuff. Trousers aretrim fitted with no bunching at thewaistorbaggingat theseat. The front ofthetrouser leg must rest on the front ofthe shoe, with a slightbreak in thecrease. Theback of thetrousers must be approximately7/8 of an inch longer than the front.
Belt—dark blue, woven. Thetip and buckle ofthe beltmusthavea chrome-like finish. When properlyworn, thetip of thebeltextends beyond thebuckle, facingthe wearer’s left. No blue fabric will show betweenthe buckle and the belttip. You must haveavisible gig-line. This is the line that runs down the rightfront edgeofyourshirt, beltbuckle, and fly.
Low quarters/oxfords—black, leather, issuetype, with plain rounded toeonly. Theymustbe kept in good repairat alltimes and haveaglossshine.
Socks—mustbeplain black, wear is mandatory. ServiceUniform (Females)
Flight Cap—worn tilted towards thewearer’s right, with the vertical crease at the center oftheforehead in a straight linewith thenose, approximately1-inch abovethe eyebrows.
Short SleeveBlueBlouse—musttouch, or comewithin an inch of touchingthe forearm when bent at a90-degree angle. Do not press militarycreases into the blouse. Tuck-in-styleblouses haveapointedcollar with epaulets. Theseblouses must be tucked into the slacks or skirt.
-Ribbons—centeronleft sidebetween buttons and arm seam, thebottom of the ribbons is even with the bottomof thename tag.
-Name tag—centeredon right side even with or up to 1 ½ inches higher/lowerthan the first exposedbutton.
Slacks—straight hanging, with two front pockets, a center flyfront opening, and beltloops. The front ofthe slack leg restson the front ofthe shoewith a slight break inthe crease. The back of theslacks will beapproximately7/8 ofaninch longer than the front.
Belt—dark blue, elastic.Wear with skirts and slacks havingbeltloops. Thebeltmusthavea chrome-like finish. Thetip of the beltmustextendbeyond thebuckle facingthe wearer’sright. No blue fabricmayshowbetween the buckle and thebelttip.
Socks/Hosiery—Wearofhose with theblue skirt is mandatory. You maywear hoseor black socks when wearingslacks. Hosewillbe commercial sheer nylon. Colorsmaybeneutral, dark brown, black, off black,ordark blueshade. Patterned hosewillnot be worn.
Shoes—low quarter(oxfords) black, leather, issuetype, with plane rounded toe only. They mustbekept in good repair at all times andhaveaglossshine.
CustomsandCourtesies:
Addressing BCLCStaff:
All cadets attendingBCLC willrefer to theCTOs/CTIsasCTO/CTILast Name (i.e. “Good Afternoon CTO/CTISmith”). When cadets address officers orenlisted personnel, theywilluse their rank and last name (e.g.“GoodAfternoonMaster Sergeant Smith”).If thecadets do not know the name ofthe individual addressingthem,theywilluse “Sir/Ma’am.” DO NOTuse the “Sir/Ma’am Sandwich,”(e.g. “Sir, Good Morning Sir).
Greetingsand Salutes:
Cadets arerequired toexchangesaluteswhen in theBlue ServiceUniformwith all CTOs who haveblackand silverrank insignia, CTIs who will have cadet officer insignia,as well as militaryofficers ofanybranch of service.At no time will a cadet turn their upper bodyto salutesomeonebehind them norwilltheysalutesomeonetheyapproached from the rear.Ifin a classroom, and aSASI, activedutyofficer or a CTOenters, callthe roomto attention. Onceinstructional class timebegins, onlycallthe room to attention if an O-6 orabove enters theroom.
Cadetswillrender propergreetings of thedayto theCTOs, CTIs,activeduty, and JROTC personnelat alltimes. Unless cadets arein the classroom for instruction orin formation, all cadets willuse the propergreetingof theday. When in formation, the Cadet Flight Commander will render thesalute if applicableand simultaneouslygreet. Thegreetings of thedayare as follows:
0000-1159=Good MorningSir/Ma’am
1200-1659=Good Afternoon Sir/Ma’am
1700-2359=Good EveningSir/Ma’am
Saluting Courtesies to theU.S. Flag
When outdoors and in uniform, theU.S flagpasses by, stand atattention, salutesixpaces before the flagis even withyouand holdyour saluteuntil the flagis sixpaces past you. When in civilian clothes, stand at attention and placeyour right hand overyour heart. A male wearinga hat (in civilian clothes) will remove his hat and hold itin his right hand overhis heart. Females do not haveto remove their hats. Flags on stationaryflagstaffs areonlysaluted duringReveille, Retreat, or special ceremonies.
Exceptionsto Saluting
There areseveral exceptions to saluting. The followingsituations do not address everypossible situation. Exercise goodjudgment whenconfronted withallsituations.
- Ifyourarms are full,you don’t haveto salute; simplyextend averbalgreeting. Always tryto
keep things inyour left handif possible soyoucan salute.
- If an officer’s handsare full, butyoursarenot,extend averbalgreetingand salute. Oncethe officeracknowledgesyoursalute or passesyou, dropyour salute.
-Do not saluteindoors,except duringformal reporting, and duringsomeceremonies.
-Salutes arenot required if either person is in civilian clothing. You maysaluteifyou recognizethe officer.
Reporting Statements:
Cadetswilluse reporting statements atALLtimes.In order toraise thehand, the hand must bein a fist(similarto theposition ofAttention)with thethumb to theback, extended vertically with the elbow almost locked,and perpendicular to the ground.*This will be demonstratedat BCLC.
Sir/Ma’am Cadet ______reports as ordered.
Sir/Ma’am Cadet ______reports…
Basic Knowledgewillconsist of questions relatedto general AirForceinformation. This may includeAir Forcechain of command, drill and ceremonies, dress andappearance,rankand structure, history, and organization (theMajorCommands and where headquartersare located).
DrillandCeremonies:
If transiting and not in aflight(5 ormore), cadetsmusttransitin details atalltimes.A detail consist of 2, but no morethan 4 cadets. Details aremarched bythe individual in the back right corner.If it is necessaryto salute, allcadets in thedetail will saluteand greet, not just theperson marchingthe detail.
Useproper command voice. Do not “bark”commands. See AFMAN36-2203 for reference.
Cadets cannot puttheirflights “At Ease,”unless instructed to do so bya SASI/ASI/CTO/CTI.If it is necessaryto cross roughterrain, cadets willuse “Route Step, March” andcallthe flight back to attention upon returningto suitable terrain.
Cadets must know howto execute “Column of Files,” as thiswillbeusedto enterthe dining facilityand academicbuilding.
Cadets must know “Open Ranks”inspection procedures; several will be conducted duringthe course.
Formal Drill Competition:
Cadets must know how to drill and know drill terminology. Flights will perform 30-Step drill sequence for competition.
Anexampleof the Flight Drill Evaluation sheet is listed. 0 means failureto execute the moveor unsatisfactoryexecution, 5 representssatisfactoryexecution (some mistakes), and
10 represents outstanding execution (no mistakes of anykind). Theflight willalso begraded on theirmilitarybearingaswellas sharpness during execution.
TheCTIFlight Commander will begraded onproper command voice, their command presence (reflected inthe sharpness or “snap”in the flight), andmilitarybearing. The commander isresponsible for ensuringproper completion ofthe sequence.In theevent aflight ties, theCTIFlight Commander’s scoreandnotes will be used to break the tie.
Drill and Ceremonies
Introduction
Drill consists of certain movements by which the flight or squadron is moved in an orderly manner from one formation to another or from one place to another. Standards such as the 24-inch step, cadence of 100 to 120 steps per minute, distance, and interval have been established to ensure movements are executed with order and precision. Individuals must learn to adapt their own movements to those of the group in accordance with Air Force Manual 36-2203.
Terms
The following are the most common terms referred to when teaching, demonstrating, and executing drill.
Alignment – Dress or cover.
Base – The element on which a movement is planned, regulated, or aligned.
Cadence – The uniform step and rhythm in marching; that is, the number of steps marched per minute.
Center – The middle point of a formation. On an odd-numbered front, the center is the center person or element. On an even-numbered front, the center is the right (as view from the formation) center person or element.
Cover – Individuals aligning themselves directly behind the person to their immediate front while maintaining proper distance.
Depth- The total space from front to rear of any formation. An individual’s depth is considered to be 12 inches.
Distance- The space from front to rear between units. The distance between individuals in formation is 40 inches as measured from their chest to the backs of individuals directly in front of them. Flight commanders, guides, and others whose positions in formation are 40 inches from a ranks are themselves considered a rank.
Double Time- The rate of marching at 180 steps (30 inches in length) per minute
Dress- Alignment of elements side by side or in line maintaining proper interval.
Element- The basic formation; that is, the smallest drill unit comprised of at least 3, but usually 8 to 12 individuals, one of whom is designated the element leader.
File- A single column of persons placed one behind the other.
Final Line- The line on which the adjutant forms the front ranks of troops for a parade or review.
Flank- The extreme right or left (troops right or left) side of a formation in line or in column.
Flight- At least two, but not more than four, elements.
Formation- An arrangement of units.
Front- The space occupied by a unit, measured from flank to flank. The front of an individual is considered to be 22 inches.
Guide- The airman designated to regulate the direction and rate of march.
Head- The leading unit of a column.
In Column- The arrangement of units side by side with guide and element leaders to the head.
In Line- The arrangement of units one behind the other with the guide and element leader to the extreme right flank.
Interval- The space between individuals placed side by side. A normal interval is an arm’s length. A close interval is 4 inches.
Inverted Column. The arrangement of units side by side with guide and element leaders to the rear.
Inverted Line- The arrangement of units one behind the other with the guide and element leaders to the extreme left flank.
Line of march- A line followed by troops as they pass in review.
Mark Time- Marching in place at a rate of 100 to 120 steps per minute.
Mass Formation- The formation of a squadron or group in which the component units are in column, abreast of each other, and at close interval.
Pace- A step of 24 inches. This is the length of a full step in quick time.
Post- The correct place for an officer, noncommissioned officer (NCO), or airman to stand while in formation.
Quick time- The rate of marching at 100 to 120 steps (12 or 24 inches in length) per minute.
Rank- A single line of persons placed side by side.
Ready line- A forming line 20 paces to the rear of the final where the troops are formed for a parade or review at an established time prior to adjutant’s call.
Reviewing Officer- The senior officer participating in a parade or review.
Slow Time- The rate of marching at 60 steps per minute (used in funeral ceremonies)
Step- The distance measured from heel to heel between the feet of an individual marching.
Unit- Any portion of a given formation.
Types of Commands
A drill command is an oral order. Most drill commands have two parts, the preparatory command and the command of execution. The preparatory command explains what the movement will be. When calling a unit to attention or halting a unit’s march, the preparatory command includes the unit’s designation. In the command Flight, HALT, the word Flight is the preparatory command. At the same time, it designates the unit.
The command of execution follow the preparatory command. The command of execution explains when the movement will be carried out. In Forward, MARCH, the command of execution is MARCH.
In certain commands, the preparatory command and the command of execution are combined, for example: FALL IN, AT EASE, and REST. The commands are given at a uniformly high pitch and a louder volume than the normal command of execution.
Supplemental commands are given when one unit of the element must execute a movement different from the other units or must execute the same movement at a different time. Two examples are CONTINUE THE MARCH and STAND FAST.