MLA 101 - Heritage and Values of the United States Air Force II

2 Credits, 2 Contact Hours
2 lecture periods 0 lab periods

Heritage and Values of the United States Air Force II is the second half of a survey course designed to introduce students to the United States Air Force and provides an overview of the basic characteristics, missions, and organization of the Air Force.

Information: United States Air Force Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (AFROTC) Cadets must attend a Leadership seminar on Monday from 5:30 A.M. to 7:30 A.M. Course offered in cooperation with the University of Arizona.

Course Learning Outcomes

Define the Air Force Core Values.
Discuss the basic concepts of Air Force leadership.
Comprehend the Basic Uses of Air Force Writing Documents.
Demonstrate how interpersonal communications influence mission accomplishment.
Demonstrate and comprehend the concept of effective team building.
Discuss the Importance of managing diversity.
Summarize the significance of the Commission.

Outline:

Air Force Core Values
1. Definition of Core Values
2. Relationship between the Air Force Core Values and the Oath of Office
Lead: It’s What an Officer Does
1. Definition of Leadership
2. Traits of an effective leader
3. Leadership principals
Communications Skills
1. Military briefings
2. Military papers
Interpersonal Communication
1. Listening skills
2. Effective listening
Team Building
1. Effective team building
2. Groups and teams
Diversity and Harassment
1. Managing diversity
2. Benefits and problems of a diverse workforce
Oath of Office
1. The meaning of the Oath of Office
2. The significance of Commission