Aerospace Studies (AIRS)
Subject-area course lists indicate courses currently active for offering at the University of Louisville. Not all courses are scheduled in any given academic term. For class offerings in a specific semester, refer to the Schedule of Classes.
500-level courses generally are included in both the undergraduate- and graduate-level course listings; however, specific course/section offerings may vary between semesters. Students are responsible for ensuring that they enroll in courses that are applicable to their particular academic programs.
Course Fees
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AIRS 101. Foundations of the U.S. Air Force I1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in AIRS 151.
Description: Organizational structure of the Air Force, and the customs, courtesies, and professional appearance. Air Force core values and the concepts of professionalism and officership as they apply to the military along with the opportunities and benefits available to an Air Force officer.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 102. Foundations of U.S. Air Force II1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in AIRS 152.
Description: Organizational structure of the Air Force, and the customs, courtesies and professional appearance. Air Force core values and the concepts of professionalism and officership as they apply to the military along with the opportunities and benefits available to an Air Force officer.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 110. Air Force ROTC Independent Study1 Unit
Description: Independent study of the organizational structure of the Air Force. Customs, courtesies, benefits available and professional appearance. Also, Air Force core values and the concepts of professionalism and officership.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 151. Air Force ROTC Leadership Laboratory0 Units
Grading Basis: Pass/Fail
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Prerequisite(s): Good standing as a cadet or applicant in the AFROTC program as defined by AFROTC Instruction 36-2011 Volume 3, or Department Chair Approval.
Description: Training in Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, instructing the other cadets, and the environment of an Air Force officer.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 152. Air Force ROTC Leadership Laboratory0 Units
Grading Basis: Pass/Fail
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of AIRS 151 and good standing as a cadet or applicant in the AFROTC program as defined by AFROTC Instruction 36-2011 Volume 3, or Department Chair Approval.
Description: Training in Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, instructing the other cadets and the environment of an Air Force officer.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 201. Evolution of U.S. Air Power I1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in AIRS 251.
Description: Examination of general aspects of air and space power through a historical perspective, from the first balloons and dirigibles to the space-age global positioning systems of the Persian Gulf War, including discussion of the recent conflict in Iraq. This course provides students with a knowledge-level understanding for the general element and employment of air and space power.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 202. Evolution of U.S. Air Power II1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Corequisite(s): AIRS 252.
Description: Examination of general aspects of air and space power through a historical perspective, from the first balloons and dirigibles to the space-age global positioning systems of the Persian Gulf War, including discussion of the recent conflict in Iraq. This course provides the students with a knowledge-level understanding for the general element and employment of air and space power.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 210. Air Force ROTC Independent Study1 Unit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): AIRS 102 and AIRS 152, or permission of departmental chair.
Description: An independent study of general aspects of air and space power through historical perspective. Provides students with a knowledge-level understanding for the general element and employment of air and space power.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 251. Air Force ROTC Leadership Laboratory0 Units
Grading Basis: Pass/Fail
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of AIRS 152 and good standing as a cadet in the AFROTC program as defined by AFROTC Instruction 36-2011 Volume 3.
Description: Training in Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, instructing other cadets and the environment of an Air Force officer.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 252. Air Force ROTC Leadership Laboratory0 Units
Grading Basis: Pass/Fail
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of AIRS 251 and good standing as a cadet or applicant in the AFROTC program as defined by AFROTC Instruction 36-2011 Volume 3, or Department Chair Approval.
Description: Training in Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, instructing other cadets and the environment of an Air Force officer.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 253. Air Force ROTC Leadership Laboratory0 Units
Grading Basis: Pass/Fail
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Prerequisite(s): AIRS 201, AIRS 251 Training in Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, instructing other cadets and the environment of an Air Force officer.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 254. Air Force ROTC Leadership Laboratory0 Units
Grading Basis: Pass/Fail
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Prerequisite(s): AIRS 202, AIRS 252 Training in Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, instructing other cadets and the environment of an Air Force officer.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 310. Air Force ROTC Independent Study3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): AIRS 202 and AIRS 252, or permission of departmental chair.
Description: An independent study of leadership and management fundamentals, professional knowledge, leadership ethics, problem solving, and communication skills.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 311. Air Force Leadership Studies I3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Prerequisite(s): Consent of department chair.
Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in AIRS 351.
Description: A study of leadership and management fundamentals, professional knowledge, Air Force doctrine, leadership ethics, problem solving tools and techniques, and the communicative skills required to manage in an Air Force milieu.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 312. Air Force Leadership Studies II3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Prerequisite(s): Consent of department chair.
Corequisite(s): Concurrent registration in AIRS 352.
Description: A study of leadership and management fundamentals, professional knowledge, Air Force doctrine, leadership ethics, problem solving tools and techniques, and the communicative skills required to manage in an Air Force milieu.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 351. Air Force ROTC Leadership Laboratory0 Units
Grading Basis: Pass/Fail
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Description: Instruct 100-, 200-level cadets in Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, developing advanced leadership skills.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 352. Air Force ROTC Leadership Laboratory0 Units
Grading Basis: Pass/Fail
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Description: Instruct 100-, 200-level cadets in Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, developing advanced leadership skills.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 410. Air Force ROTC Independent Study3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): AIRS 311, and AIRS 312, or permission of departmental chair.
Description: An independent study of the concept of the Armed Forces as an integral element of society with emphasis on the broad range of American civil-military relations and the environmental context in which US defense policy is formulated and implemented.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 411. National Security Affairs I3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Prerequisite(s): Consent of department chair.
Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in AIRS 451.
Description: The concept of the Armed Forces as an integral element of society, with emphasis on the broad range of American civil-military relations and the environmental context in which United States defense policy is formulated and implemented.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 412. National Security Affairs II3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Prerequisite(s): Consent of department chair.
Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in AIRS 452.
Description: The concept of the Armed Forces as an integral element of society, with emphasis on the broad range of American civil-military relations and the environmental context in which United States defense policy is formulated and implemented.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 451. Air Force ROTC Leadership Laboratory0 Units
Grading Basis: Pass/Fail
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Description: Instruct 100-, 200-level cadets in Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, developing advanced leadership skills.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 452. Air Force ROTC Leadership Laboratory0 Units
Grading Basis: Pass/Fail
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Description: Instruct 100-, 200-level cadets in Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, developing advanced leadership skills.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 453. Air Force ROTC Leadership Laboratory0 Units
Grading Basis: Pass/Fail
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Prerequisite(s): AIRS 451 and AIRS 452.
Description: Instruct advanced cadets in Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, and aid them in developing advanced leadership skills and competencies.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
AIRS 454. Air Force ROTC Leadership Laboratory0 Units
Grading Basis: Pass/Fail
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Prerequisite(s): AIRS 451, AIRS 452, and AIRS 453.
Description: Instruct advanced cadets in Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, and aid them in developing advanced leadership skills and competencies.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
