Aerospace Studies Minor

Program Overview

The Aerospace Studies Minor, offered by AFROTC Detachment 835, provides students with a comprehensive understanding of aerospace science and leadership. Through a combination of classroom instruction and practical experiences, including physical training, leadership laboratory, and field training, the program prepares students for a commission in the United States Air Force and Space Force. The rigorous and selective program typically takes 2-4 years to complete and requires 18 credit hours.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Aerospace Studies Minor is a program designed to provide students with a deeper understanding of leadership and military service. It is offered on-campus and typically takes 2-4 years to complete, requiring 18 credit hours. The program is run by the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) Detachment 835, known as the Lone Star Eagles. The program aims to develop students' leadership skills, integrity, teamwork, and perseverance, preparing them for a commission in the United States Air Force and Space Force.

Teaching:

The Aerospace Studies courses are taught by the officer Cadre on staff. The program includes a combination of classroom instruction and practical experiences, such as:

• Physical Training (PT): Strength and cardio training designed to prepare cadets for the demands of Air Force service.
• Leadership Laboratory: Develops skills in command, communication, and military customs and courtesies.
• Field Training: A summer training program between the second and third year, evaluating military discipline and leadership potential.

Careers:

The Aerospace Studies Minor prepares students for a commission as an Air Force Officer. Upon graduation, students can pursue careers in the United States Air Force and Space Force.

Other:

• The program is designed as a four-year program, but there are opportunities for those with fewer than four years of college remaining.
• The program is rigorous and selective, maintaining a standard of excellence.
• Students can take courses such as:
• USAF Heritage and Values
• The Evolution of the U.S.A.F.
Air and Space Power
• Cooperative Education in Aerospace Studies
• Leading People and Effective Communication
• National Security Affairs/Preparation for Active Duty