Air Commando Officer Development Course (ACODC) Syllabus

Size: px
Start display at page:

Download "Air Commando Officer Development Course (ACODC) Syllabus"

Transcription

1 Air Commando Officer Development Course (ACODC) Syllabus PDS Code: 1LU Course Number: SOED-ACODC Duration: 4 Days Security Level: Secret Course Hours: 32 hours Course Director Name: Mazen A. Mehio Telephone: DSN: Fax: mazen.mehio@us.af.mil PREREQUISITES Completed Squadron Officer School (SOS) (Note: This prerequisite can be waived on case by case basis). TARGET AUDIENCE The Air Commando Development Course is a leadership development course designed to advance today's Air Commando O-3s and O-4s into tomorrow's Special Operations Forces (SOF) leaders. This course is targeted for Captains and Majors with 8 to 13 years of active duty who have shown the capability and potential to lead, command, and cultivate future SOCOM and AFSOC forces. This is a by nomination only course targeting high potential, senior Captains (O-3) and pre-pme Majors (O-4) that demonstrate SOF leadership potential. Attendees must be nominated by their chain of command and approved at the wing or group level. This course is unit funded COURSE DESCRIPTION The Air Commando Officer Development Course is a 4 day educational course that has four modular areas of instruction. The first module lays out the strategic vision and mission of AFSOC while emphasizing the role of today s Airmen in leading current and future Special Operations Forces. The second module explores the legal, administrative and financial responsibilities of SOF leaders within SOCOM organizations, providing students with a functional understanding of what resources are available at their disposal. The third module is devoted to specialized topics, that include the importance of Total Force Integration (TFI), role of industry in furthering the AFSOC/SOCOM missions, introduction to the strategic planning processes, commanders deployment tools and AFSOC career development mentorship. The fourth module includes mentorship panels from current and former commanders, first sergeants, and senior enlisted leaders. 1

2 COURSE OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this course students will: 1. Know the core USSOCOM/AFSOC mission, vision, and competencies. 2. Know the role of tomorrow s SOF leaders. 3. Know unique USSOCOM/AFSOC roles of other partners and industry in furthering the SOF mission 4. Comprehend the importance of becoming a well-rounded critical thinker, capable of broad and deep analysis of various problem sets, and able to apply sound and timely decisions. 5. Comprehend how SOF leadership traits enable operations in complex and ambiguous operational environments. LEARNING EVALUATION AND GRADING CRITERIA The Course Director will assess daily student performance using a formative evaluation schema. This can be accomplished through in-class quizzes (multiple choice & short answer), which are based on learning objectives for that days instruction. Each student must score 70% or above on each evaluation. Course Director will conduct end-of-day discussions with students to identify gaps in knowledge and other information shortfalls that need clarification and/or reinforcement. COURSE READINGS AND ASSIGNMENTS Reference materials will be posted to the USAFSOS Blackboard website for use at the students discretion. Additional reading materials may be provided to the students during the course. COURSE OVERVIEW Lesson 1: Leadership Perspective: AFSOC Vision, Mission and Priorities - 3 hrs (Core; CO 1,2,4; Informal lecture) DESCRIPTION: This lesson identifies the AFSOC vision, mission and priorities as presented by the command s senior leadership. The lesson also presents AFSOC s current and future outlook from the leaderships perspective as well as AFSOC s role within USSOCOM. This lesson sets the stage for all future discussion of SOF leadership, its role in shaping the future, and what resources are available at their disposal. OBJECTIVE: Each student will (ESW) know the AFSOC vision, mission and priorities as described by a senior mentor. The lesson will also help students understand how to match the vision, mission and priorities to their current duties and responsibilities. 1. Identify the key aspects of the AFSOC vision 2. Identify the key aspects of the AFSOC mission 3. Identify the AFSOC priorities as described by senior mentor 2

3 Lesson 2: Chain of Command Familiarization: USSOCOM, TSOC & JSOC - 1 hr (Core; CO 1,2; Informal lecture) SECRET DESCRIPTION: This lesson describes to students the different administrative and operational chains of command within USSOCOM, Theater Special Operations Commands (TSOCs), and Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC). Highlights include AFSOC s supporting and supported role, USSOCOM s Title 10 responsibility, and TSOC/JSOC lateral relationships. OBJECTIVE: ESW know USSOCOM, TSOC, and JSOC s chain of command. In addition, each student will know each component s mission and how each functions. 1. Identify the key aspects of USSOCOM s chain of command and mission. 2. Identify the key aspects of TSOC s chain of command, locations and mission. 3. Identify the key aspects of JSOC s chain of command and mission. Lesson 3: SOF Vision hr (Core; CO 1,2; Informal lecture) DESCRIPTION: This lesson summarizes to students the SOF Vision The lesson identifies the globally networked dynamism of special operations forces, interagency representatives, allies and partners. It also describes SOF Vision 2020 s aligned structures, processes and authorities needed to enable its operations. The lesson predicts how the globally networked forces can provide geographic commanders and chiefs of mission with improved special operations capability as they respond rapidly and persistently to address regional contingencies and threats to stability. OBJECTIVE: ESW know the SOF Vision 2020 and how it applies to AFSOC as a component. 1. Describe SOF Vision Identify how SOF Vision 2020 influences AFSOC missions. Lesson 4: SOF Leaders and UCMJ - 2 hr (Core; CO 2,4,5; Informal lecture) DESCRIPTION: This lesson describes the military justice system and its role in providing commanders with the legislative tools to punish those who commit crimes, deter others from committing crimes, and protect victims. This lesson also summarizes to the students the variable options that the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) offers commanders for the resolution of disciplinary problems through different hypothetical scenarios and case studies. OBJECTIVE: ESW know how to apply various aspects of UCMJ to effectively administer discipline to various circumstances. Students will be expected to discuss these concepts through case studies presented by the instructor. 3

4 1. Recall various aspects of the UCMJ described by the JAG 2. Given scenarios, identify role of leaders in handling different disciplinary circumstances. Lesson 5: Command Relationships 1.5 hours- (Supplemental; CO 1,2; Informal lecture) DESCRIPTION: This lesson uses current joint and service doctrine as the foundation to support and discuss SOF command and control (C2) within the joint theater of air operations. This lesson highlights the inherent command and control complexities of missions operating overseas and the importance of the MC understanding who he or she is working for. OBJECTIVE: ESW comprehend the relationships and the applicable joint and service doctrine associated with SOF C2 in the joint environment. 1. Summarize the authority, responsibilities, and challenges associated with command in a joint SOF and unilateral environment. 2. Explain the levels of authority and categories of support associated with command relationships. 3. Explain how command and control is different in a joint environment. 4. Give examples of some control complexities experienced during operating missions in joint and/or overseas environments. 5. Explain rationale for past and present command relationships established by AFSOC and Theater SOCs. Lesson 6: SOF Leaders and Funding Authorities- 4.5 hrs (Core; CO 1,2,5; Informal lecture) DESCRIPTION: This lesson describes the different funding lines and sources used by SOF leaders to train, equip, and deploy their forces, specifically MFP-11. The lesson identifies different legal and operational boundaries for each funding source while outlining to the students the importance of utilizing the proper funding line to support future SOF operations. In addition, the lesson will outline different funds used for JCET s, JCS Exercises, as well as O&M training events. OBJECTIVE: ESW know the various money streams as appropriated from Congress to USSOCOM in the way of MFP-11. Measureable Samples of Behavior: 1. Identify SOF specific MFP-11 money. 2. Identify what events can/cannot be conducted with MFP-11 Lesson 7: AFSOC Operational Viewpoint- 1 hr (Core; CO 1,2,5; Informal lecture) DESCRIPTION: This lesson outlines to the students an overview of the current operational and leadership challenges within AFSOC as perceived by senior leadership. 4

5 This topic will be explained by AFSOC/A3 as relating to past and current lessons learned. OBJECTIVE: ESW know past and current operations as they are being conducted by AFSOC operations through the world. In addition, students will know the future of AFSOC and how they fit into the command as future leader. 1. Identify past and current operations in AFSOC. 2. Know what current leadership envision the future of AFSOC to be and how focused leadership will play a crucial role in operations, as well as training Air Commandos. Lesson 8: USSOCOM/AFSOC Strategic Viewpoint - 1 hr (Core; CO 1,2,5; Informal lecture) DESCRIPTION: This lesson outlines an overview of the strategic vision and priorities for AFSOC as perceived by senior leadership. The lesson gives students examples highlighting a glimpse into the direction AFSOC and USSOCOM are focused and their roles as future leaders within the community. This topic will be explained by AFSOC/A5 and/or USSOCOM/J5 as relating to past and current lessons learned. OBJECTIVE: ESW know the key aspects and function of USSOCOM/J5 and/or AFSOC/A5. The student will know how various J5/A5 projects will effect current and future AFSOC operations. 1. Identify the different responsibilities of J5/A5. 2. Explain the various operational challenges within J5/A5. Lesson 9: SOF Leaders and Role of Total Force Integration- 1hrs (Supplemental; CO 2,5; Informal lecture) DESCRIPTION: This lesson explains the role of reserve/guard forces in the Department of Defense s (DoD) total force concept as it applies to AFSOC. The lesson describes the advantages and challenges of utilizing Total Force Integration (TFI) while carrying out AFSOC missions. In addition, the lesson will outline some of the challenges leading Guard and Reserve forces. OBJECTIVE: ESW know the role of the Guard and Reserve components within AFSOC. 1. Define the role of Guard/Reserve forces within AFSOC. 2. Identify various challenges leading Guard/Reserve forces. 5

6 Lesson 10: Introduction to Industry Panel- 1.5 hrs (Core; CO 4; Informal lecture/guided discussion) DESCRIPTION: This lesson describes the role of industry in advancing and shaping the future of special operations warfare. The lesson will identify key technology and engineering companies and their roles in providing equipment, aircraft, material management, training systems and other crucial machinery needed to fight today and tomorrow s conflicts. The lectures will be selected from prior -military leaders who now work in private industry supporting SOF efforts around the world. OBJECTIVE: ESW know how private industry is crucial to accomplishing the AFSOC mission. In addition, ESW identify lessons learned from the various industry leaders of their transition from military to private life. 1. Identify how AFSOC Acquisitions process works in support of its mission and needs. 2. Identify the various roles industry has within AFSOC. 3. Outline the transition from military life to private life and how leadership plays a role in the transition process. 4. Identify lessons learned from previous acquisitions practices. Lesson 11: SOCOM Acquisitions - 1 hr (Core; CO 4; Informal lecture) DESCRIPTION: This lesson identifies the world of acquisitions across USSOCOM, particularly of equipment procurement using MPF-11 monies. In addition, the lesson describes updates on all the various projects USSOCOM is procuring now and in the future. OBJECTIVE: ESW know the acquisition process of USSOCOM and how it is used to procure different specialized equipment for AFSOC. 1. Define the acquisition process using MFP-11 funds. 2. Identify various current/future projects being funded by USSOCOM. Lesson 12: Non-military Organizations Support to SOF 1.5 hr (Supplemental; CO 2, 5; Informal lecture) DESCRIPTION: This lesson outlines the non-military organizations, such as the Air Commando Association (ACA), SOF Warrior foundation, Talon Associations and others. The lesson defines their role in fostering, promoting, and encouraging a better sense of appreciation of the origins and growth of the air commando/special operations units. The lesson will state the history of these organizations as well as describe their goals and objectives. OBJECTIVE: ESW know the role of non-military support organizations and how it supports AFSOC Air Commandos. Furthermore, ESW describe these organizations agendas and priorities, with emphasis on the current projects being undertaken by the Association. 6

7 1. Identify the role of non-military support organizations as it applies to AFSOC Air Commandos. 2. Describe non-military support organizations agendas and priorities. 3. Identify the current and future projects of these organizations. 4. Describe how these organizations are supported by the community. Lesson 13: SOF Leaders and Force Management - 3 hrs (Core; CO 2,4,5; Informal lecture) DESCRIPTION: This lesson explains leadership s role in force and rater management process. The lesson summarizes the processes involved within the officer promotion system, enlisted promotion system, and the various developmental leadership teams. The lesson will also outline a senior enlisted leader s perspective on the role of future officer leadership in developing an enlisted force capable of fighting tomorrow s SOF conflicts. The lesson will also outline the enlisted system and how officer leadership can positively or negatively effective their careers. OBJECTIVE: ESW know how the promotion system works and how the promotion boards determine who is selected for the next rank. 1. Identify the key aspects of the officer promotion system. 2. Identify the key aspects of the enlisted promotion system. 3. Describe how officer leadership can have a positive or negatively affect their career. Lesson 14: SOF Leaders and Command programs- 1.5 hrs (Supplemental; CO 2,4,5; Informal lecture) DESCRIPTION: This lesson describes overall or specific programs and systems in place to help commanders execute day to day operations. The lesson can vary from explaining deployment processes (SORTS, DRRS) to elaborating on facilities and programs available on base to enable the commanders to lead their Airmen in day to day operations. OBJECTIVE: ESW Recall the presented systems and the role for each in enabling SOF leaders to succeed as commanders. 1. Identify the presented Commander s program. 2. Identify how this program can assist commanders in their day to day operations. Lesson 15: SOF Leaders and Planning Processes- 2 hrs (Supplemental; CO 2,4,5; Informal lecture) DESCRIPTION: This lesson describes how AFSOC or USSOCOM utilizes the planning processes available to develop tasks based on national strategies. This lesson also underline how AFSOC supports the National Security Strategy (NSS) and explain to students why AFSOC operates the way it does. 7

8 OBJECTIVE: ESW know how AFSOC utilizes planning processes to turn strategy into task. ESW identify national and military strategic guidance and how these strategies dictate AFSOC policies and tasks. 1. Identify how AFSOC utilizes planning processes to turn strategy into tasks. 2. Identify National, Air Force, SOCOM, and AFSOC guidance relevant to SOF leaders. 3. Describe how pertinent National strategies impact and influence AFSOC policies, vision and tasks. 4. Identify how pertinent military strategies impact and influence AFSOC policies, vision and tasks. Lesson 16: Effective Communication and Writing - 4 hrs (Supplemental; CO 5; Informal lecture/practical Exercise) DESCRIPTION: This lesson explains the importance of effective communication and writing skills in improving students ability to lead, influence, and inform. The lesson will summarize different methods to enhance verbal and written communication skills. The lesson will also extend to the students a writing seminar that will discuss how to effectively author Office/Enlisted Performance reports (OPRs/EPRs) and Promotion Recommendation Forms (PRFs). The final assessment will be to write a PRF using the members own OPR s. OBJECTIVE: Each student will apply the key ingredients to effectively write OPR s, EPR s and PRF s. 1. Apply the requisite techniques to effectively write an EPR. 2. Apply the acquired concepts to effectively write an OPR. 8

9 ACODC Delivery Time Overview Lesson Lesson Title (Objective Link) Core Optional Classification No. Hrs Hrs 1 Leadership Perspective: AFSOC Vision, 3 U Mission and Priorities 2 Chain of Command Familiarization: 1 S SOCOM, TSOC & JSOC 3 SOF Vision U 4 SOF Leaders and UCMJ 2 U 5 Command Relationships 1.5 U 6 SOF Leaders and Funding Authorities 4.5 U 7 AFSOC Operational Viewpoint 1 S 8 AFSOC Strategic Viewpoint 1 S 9 SOF Leaders and Role of Total Force 1 U Integration 10 Introduction to Industry Panel 1.5 U 11 SOCOM Acquisitions 1 S 12 Non-Military Organizations support to 1.5 U SOF 13 SOF Leaders and Force Management 3 U 14 SOF Leaders and Command Programs 1.5 U 15 SOF Leaders and Planning Processes 2 U 16 Effective Communication and Writing 6 U Total Core Hours 20 Total Optional Hours 13.5 Total Course Hours 32* *Not all supplemental lessons will be used Reviewed by Course Director: Reviewed and Approved by USAFSOS Dean of Academics: Reviewed and Approved by USAFSOS Commandant: Effective Date: 9

NEVADA AIR NATIONAL GUARD

NEVADA AIR NATIONAL GUARD NEVADA AIR NATIONAL GUARD STRATEGIC PRIORITIES 2016-2020 NEVADA AIR NATIONAL GUARD Notes: Air Commander s 3 Non-Negotiables: (fill in from p. 4) T- A- P- BORN STRATEGIC PRIORITIES Version 8.0 / 20 Jan

More information

NEVADA AIR NATIONAL GUARD

NEVADA AIR NATIONAL GUARD Always on Mission NEVADA AIR NATIONAL GUARD STRATEGIC PRIORITIES 2016 2020 Version 8.5 / 15 May 17 Version 8.5 / 15 May 17 Summary of Changes Learning Log: 8.5 TOPIC - Change / Page Diversity Changed Key

More information

STATEMENT OF GENERAL BRYAN D. BROWN, U.S. ARMY COMMANDER UNITED STATES SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND BEFORE THE HOUSE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE

STATEMENT OF GENERAL BRYAN D. BROWN, U.S. ARMY COMMANDER UNITED STATES SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND BEFORE THE HOUSE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY UNTIL RELEASED BY THE HOUSE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE STATEMENT OF GENERAL BRYAN D. BROWN, U.S. ARMY COMMANDER UNITED STATES SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND BEFORE THE HOUSE ARMED SERVICES

More information

Command and General Staff Officer Course (CGSOC) Common Core (CC)

Command and General Staff Officer Course (CGSOC) Common Core (CC) Command and General Staff Officer Course (CGSOC) Common Core (CC) The CGSS CGSOC Common Core (CGSOC-CC) equips mid-grade military officers with a preliminary comprehension of the five intermediate-level

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND INSTRUCTION 10-1201 23 APRIL 2013 Incorporating Change 1, 1 October 2014 Certified Current On 11 August

More information

APPENDIX A. COMMAND AND GENERAL STAFF OFFICER COURSE CURRICULUM DESCRIPTION C3 ILE, ATRRS Code (Bn Option) Academic Year 05 06

APPENDIX A. COMMAND AND GENERAL STAFF OFFICER COURSE CURRICULUM DESCRIPTION C3 ILE, ATRRS Code (Bn Option) Academic Year 05 06 APPENDIX A COMMAND AND GENERAL STAFF OFFICER COURSE CURRICULUM DESCRIPTION 701 1 250 C3 ILE, ATRRS Code (Bn Option) C100 Foundations Block Academic Year 05 06 These modules are designed to make students

More information

SPACE OPERATIONS COURSE-DISTANCE LEARNING (SOC-DL)

SPACE OPERATIONS COURSE-DISTANCE LEARNING (SOC-DL) SPACE OPERATIONS COURSE-DISTANCE LEARNING (SOC-DL) Syllabus Current as of: 27 Sep 17 Approval Signature ASOpS/DOF X SOC Flight Chief ADVANCED SPACE OPERATIONS SCHOOL Peterson AFB, Colorado Page 1 of 10

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY ORDER OF THE SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION 10-410 26 JUNE 2015 Operations OPERATIONS PLANNING: PRESENTATION OF AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS FORCES COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND INSTRUCTION 33-303 5 FEBRUARY 2015 Communications and Information AFSOC PORTALS COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION

More information

RECRUIT SUSTAINMENT PROGRAM SOLDIER TRAINING READINESS MODULES Leadership Overview 9 July 2012

RECRUIT SUSTAINMENT PROGRAM SOLDIER TRAINING READINESS MODULES Leadership Overview 9 July 2012 RECRUIT SUSTAINMENT PROGRAM SOLDIER TRAINING READINESS MODULES Leadership Overview 9 July 2012 SECTION I. Lesson Plan Series Task(s) Taught Academic Hours References Student Study Assignments Instructor

More information

United States Special Operations Command. Science and Technology

United States Special Operations Command. Science and Technology United States Special Operations Command Science and Technology Capabilities to the SOF Operator Ms. Lisa Sanders Deputy Director, Science and Technology Directorate (SORDAC-ST) June 2011 Our World Has

More information

SPECIAL OPERATIONS FORCES

SPECIAL OPERATIONS FORCES SPECIAL OPERATIONS FORCES ($ in Millions) FY 2002 Price Program FY 2003 Price Program FY 2004 Price Program FY 2005 Actuals Estimate Estimate Estimate Army Special Ops Command 614.9 +20.3-222.0 413.2 +8.4

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY ORDER OF THE SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION 36-2921 30 AUGUST 2011 Personnel COMBATING TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS (CTIP) COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY ACCESSIBILITY: Publications

More information

Public Affairs Operations

Public Affairs Operations * FM 46-1 Field Manual FM 46-1 Headquarters Department of the Army Washington, DC, 30 May 1997 Public Affairs Operations Contents PREFACE................................... 5 INTRODUCTION.............................

More information

Turning Airmen Into Air Commandos

Turning Airmen Into Air Commandos Overview AFSOF Education - Mission, Vision, Goals AFSOC Professional Development Cycle USAFSOS Capabilities Initiatives, Challenges, Way Ahead 2 USAFSOS Mission & Vision Mission: Deliver responsive and

More information

Guide to FM Expeditionary Deployments

Guide to FM Expeditionary Deployments AFH 65-115 15 NOVEMBER 2005 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT & COMPTROLLER Guide to FM Expeditionary Deployments BY ORDER OF THE SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE AIR FORCE HANDBOOK 65-115 15 NOVEMBER 2005 Financial Management

More information

Joint Special Operations University

Joint Special Operations University Joint Special Operations University Joint SOF Education for the Long War BG Steven Hashem President USSOCOM Vision To be the premier team of special warriors, thoroughly prepared, properly equipped, and

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY ORDER OF THE SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION 51-801 14 MARCH 2018 Law TRAINING OF RESERVE COMPONENT JUDGE ADVOCATES AND PARALEGALS COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY ACCESSIBILITY:

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND INSTRUCTION 36-2103 5 DECEMBER 2017 Personnel ASSIGNMENT OF PERSONNEL TO HEADQUARTERS AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING

More information

OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE 4000 DEFENSE PENTAGON WASHINGTON, D.C

OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE 4000 DEFENSE PENTAGON WASHINGTON, D.C OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE 4000 DEFENSE PENTAGON WASHINGTON, D.C. 20301-4000 PERSONNEL AND READINESS January 25, 2017 Change 1 Effective January 4, 2018 MEMORANDUM FOR: SEE DISTRIBUTION SUBJECT:

More information

FIELD STUDIES ACTIVITIES:

FIELD STUDIES ACTIVITIES: COURSE NAME Inter-European Squadron Officer School (IESOS) STUDENT LOAD: MIN: 12 MAX: 28 LENGTH 5 Weeks 2 or 5 Weeks (MTT) 1. Course Description: This course is the program taught at the USAF Squadron

More information

Welcome to the Introduction to Special Operations Forces lesson on Joint command and control and Special Operations Command relationships.

Welcome to the Introduction to Special Operations Forces lesson on Joint command and control and Special Operations Command relationships. Welcome to the Introduction to Special Operations Forces lesson on Joint command and control and Special Operations Command relationships. In this lesson we will define the different levels of joint command

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY ORDER OF THE SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION 10-421 25 JUNE 2015 Operations OPERATIONS PLANNING FOR THE STEADY-STATE COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY ACCESSIBILITY: Publications

More information

SECRETARY OF DEFENSE DEFENSE PENTAGON WASHINGTON, DC

SECRETARY OF DEFENSE DEFENSE PENTAGON WASHINGTON, DC SECRETARY OF DEFENSE 1 000 DEFENSE PENTAGON WASHINGTON, DC 20301-1000 SEP 2 5 2012 MEMORANDUM FOR SECRETARIES OF THE MILITARY DEPARTMENTS UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR PERSONNEL AND READINESS CHIEFS OF

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND INSTRUCTION 11-2DSO, VOLUME 3 12 DECEMBER 2013 Certified Current 01 December 2016 Flying Operations DIRECT

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY ORDER OF THE SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION 51-801 16 JUNE 2011 Incorporating Change 1, 3 JUNE 2014 Law TRAINING OF AIR RESERVE COMPONENT JUDGE ADVOCATES AND PARALEGALS COMPLIANCE

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY (AFSOC)

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY (AFSOC) BY ORDER OF THE SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION 90-1601 18 DECEMBER 2013 AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND Supplement 28 MAY 2015 Special Management AIR FORCE LESSONS LEARNED PROGRAM

More information

UNCLASSIFIED. UNCLASSIFIED R-1 Line Item #152 Page 1 of 15

UNCLASSIFIED. UNCLASSIFIED R-1 Line Item #152 Page 1 of 15 Exhibit R-2, PB 2010 DoD Human Resources Activity RDT&E Budget Item Justification DATE: May 2009 6 - RDT&E Management Support COST ($ in Millions) FY 2008 Actual FY 2009 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013

More information

VISION MISSION PRIORITIES

VISION MISSION PRIORITIES Overview VISION Air Commandos Ready Today, Relevant Tomorrow, Resilient Always MISSION Provide our Nation s specialized airpower, capable across the spectrum of conflict Any Place, Any Time, Anywhere PRIORITIES

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER CANNON AIR FORCE BASE (AFSOC) CANNON AIR FORCE BASE INSTRUCTION 10-406 12 DECEMBER 2017 Operations MISSION SUPPORT SCHEDULING COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY ACCESSIBILITY:

More information

SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE _AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE _AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY THE ORDER OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE INSTRUCTION SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE 5000.68_AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION 16-122 10 February 2012 Incorporating Change 1, 14 December 2016 Certified Current on 14 December

More information

SECRETARY OF DEFENSE 1000 DEFENSE PENTAGON WASHINGTON, DC

SECRETARY OF DEFENSE 1000 DEFENSE PENTAGON WASHINGTON, DC SECRETARY OF DEFENSE 1000 DEFENSE PENTAGON WASHINGTON, DC 20301-1000 10 MAR 08 Incorporating Change 1 September 23, 2010 MEMORANDUM FOR SECRETARIES OF THE MILITARY DEPARTMENTS CHAIRMAN OF THE JOINT CHIEFS

More information

Professional Military Education Course Catalog

Professional Military Education Course Catalog Professional Military Education Course Catalog 2018 The following 5 week courses will be taught at the Inter-European Air Forces Academy (IEAFA) campus on Kapaun AS, Germany. Both, the officer and NCO

More information

Space Control Strategy: A Road Map to Unimpeded Use of Space

Space Control Strategy: A Road Map to Unimpeded Use of Space This Briefing Is Unclassified Space Control Strategy: A Road Map to Unimpeded Use of Space Maj Brian K. Anderson, Ph. D. USSPACECOM/J5X brian.anderson@peterson.af.mil 719-554-5927 This Briefing Is Unclassified

More information

STATEMENT OF GORDON R. ENGLAND SECRETARY OF THE NAVY BEFORE THE SENATE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE 10 JULY 2001

STATEMENT OF GORDON R. ENGLAND SECRETARY OF THE NAVY BEFORE THE SENATE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE 10 JULY 2001 NOT FOR PUBLICATION UNTIL RELEASED BY THE SENATE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE STATEMENT OF GORDON R. ENGLAND SECRETARY OF THE NAVY BEFORE THE SENATE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE 10 JULY 2001 NOT FOR PUBLICATION

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY ORDER OF THE SUPERINTENDENT HQ UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMY INSTRUCTION 36-3522 13 FEBRUARY 2014 Personnel ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY ACCESSIBILITY:

More information

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE PRESENTATION TO THE COMMITTEE ON ARMED SERVICES SUBCOMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT AND INVESTIGATIONS

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE PRESENTATION TO THE COMMITTEE ON ARMED SERVICES SUBCOMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT AND INVESTIGATIONS DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE PRESENTATION TO THE COMMITTEE ON ARMED SERVICES SUBCOMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT AND INVESTIGATIONS UNITED STATES HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SUBJECT: OVERALL STATE OF THE AIR FORCE ACQUISITION

More information

Institute for International Education

Institute for International Education Institute for International Education March 2017 JOINT SPECIAL OPERATIONS UNIVERSITY JOINT SPECIAL OPERATIONS UNIVERSITY International Education 2017-2018 I am pleased to present the Joint Special Operations

More information

REGIONAL, CULTURE, AND LANGUAGE FAMILIARIZATION (RCLF) Program of Instruction

REGIONAL, CULTURE, AND LANGUAGE FAMILIARIZATION (RCLF) Program of Instruction REGIONAL, CULTURE, AND LANGUAGE FAMILIARIZATION (RCLF) Program of Instruction Title: REGIONAL, CULTURE, AND LANGUAGE FAMILIARIZATION (RCLF) Course/Exhibit Numbers: RCLF is divided into two phases. RCLF

More information

Defense Strategies Institute professional educational forum:

Defense Strategies Institute professional educational forum: Defense Strategies Institute professional educational forum: Formerly DSI s SOF Symposium December 5-6, 2017: Mary M. Gates Learning Center 701 N. Fairfax St. Alexandria, VA 22314 Program Design & Goal:

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER AIR FORCE RESERVE COMMAND AIR FORCE RESERVE COMMAND INSTRUCTION 36-8001 13 MARCH 2014 Incorporating Change 1, 18 MARCH 2014 Personnel HQ AFRC NCO LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT FIRST

More information

Civil Affairs Branch. 1. Unique features of the Civil Affairs Branch

Civil Affairs Branch. 1. Unique features of the Civil Affairs Branch Civil Affairs Branch 1. Unique features of the Civil Affairs Branch a. Unique purpose of the Civil Affairs Branch. Civil Affairs (CA) is a non-accession operations functional category branch. The mission

More information

POLICIES CONCERNING THE NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL

POLICIES CONCERNING THE NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL SECNAV INSTRUCTION 1524.2C DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY 1000 NAVY PENTAGO N WASHINGTON DC 20350 1 000 SECNAVINST 1524.2C ASN (M&RA) October 21, 2014 From: Subj: Ref: Encl: Secretary of

More information

19th ICCRTS. C2 Agility: Lessons Learned from Research and Operations. Theater Special Operations Commands Realignment

19th ICCRTS. C2 Agility: Lessons Learned from Research and Operations. Theater Special Operations Commands Realignment 1 19th ICCRTS C2 Agility: Lessons Learned from Research and Operations Theater Special Operations Commands Realignment Topic 1: Concepts, Theory, and Policy Topic 2: Organizational Concepts and Approaches

More information

SPACE WARFIGHTER PREPARATORY COURSE (SWPC)

SPACE WARFIGHTER PREPARATORY COURSE (SWPC) SPACE WARFIGHTER PREPARATORY COURSE (SWPC) Syllabus Current as of: 16 May 2017 Approval ASOpS/DOK Expired certificate Signature X KRISTOPHER K. KAINOA, M... SWPC Flight Chief Signed by: KAINOA.KRISTOPHERMICHAEL.KAEHUAHIAH.1071631954

More information

WEAPONS SCHOOL PREPARATORY COURSE (WSPC)

WEAPONS SCHOOL PREPARATORY COURSE (WSPC) WEAPONS SCHOOL PREPARATORY COURSE (WSPC) Syllabus Current as of: 16 May 2017 Approval ASOpS/DOK Expired certificate Signature X KRISTOPHER K. KAINOA, M... WSPC Flight Chief Signed by: KAINOA.KRISTOPHERMICHAEL.KAEHUAHIAH.1071631954

More information

Department of Defense DIRECTIVE. SUBJECT: Activation, Mobilization, and Demobilization of the Ready Reserve

Department of Defense DIRECTIVE. SUBJECT: Activation, Mobilization, and Demobilization of the Ready Reserve Department of Defense DIRECTIVE NUMBER 1235.10 November 26, 2008 Incorporating Change 1, September 21, 2011 SUBJECT: Activation, Mobilization, and Demobilization of the Ready Reserve References: See Enclosure

More information

Department of Defense DIRECTIVE

Department of Defense DIRECTIVE Department of Defense DIRECTIVE NUMBER 2310.2 December 22, 2000 ASD(ISA) Subject: Personnel Recovery References: (a) DoD Directive 2310.2, "Personnel Recovery," June 30, 1997 (hereby canceled) (b) Section

More information

1.0 Executive Summary

1.0 Executive Summary 1.0 Executive Summary On 9 October 2007, the Chief of Staff of the Air Force (CSAF) appointed Major General Polly A. Peyer to chair an Air Force blue ribbon review (BRR) of nuclear weapons policies and

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY ORDER OF THE SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION 10-301 20 DECEMBER 2017 Operations MANAGING OPERATIONAL UTILIZATION REQUIREMENTS OF THE AIR RESERVE COMPONENT FORCES COMPLIANCE WITH THIS

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY ORDER OF THE SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION 21-110 16 JUNE 2016 Maintenance ENGINEERING AND TECHNICAL SERVICES COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY ACCESSIBILITY: Publications

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER 635TH SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS WING 635TH SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS WING INSTRUCTION 33-301 24 OCTOBER 2013 Communications and Information WING INFORMATION MANAGEMENT AND PROCESSES

More information

US Special Operations Command

US Special Operations Command US Special Operations Command Successes / Lessons Learned: Adapting Technology to Enhance the Warfighter Mr. Doug Richardson WSO 4 September 2007 The overall classification of this briefing is: 1 USSOCOM

More information

Subj: ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE STAFF JUDGE ADVOCATE TO THE COMMANDANT OF THE MARINE CORPS

Subj: ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE STAFF JUDGE ADVOCATE TO THE COMMANDANT OF THE MARINE CORPS DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY HEADQUARTERS UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS 3000 MARINE CORPS PENTAGON WASHINGTON, DC 20350-3000 MCO 5430.2 JA MARINE CORPS ORDER 5430.2 From: Commandant of the Marine Corps To: Distribution

More information

CONTRACTING IN IRAQ AND AFGHANISTAN AND PRIVATE SECURITY CONTRACTS IN IRAQ AND AFGHANISTAN

CONTRACTING IN IRAQ AND AFGHANISTAN AND PRIVATE SECURITY CONTRACTS IN IRAQ AND AFGHANISTAN CONTRACTING IN IRAQ AND AFGHANISTAN AND PRIVATE SECURITY CONTRACTS IN IRAQ AND AFGHANISTAN BACKGROUND: The DoD has been criticized for its contracting practices in Iraq, and the accounting of contractor

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER 59TH MEDICAL WING 59TH MEDICAL WING INSTRUCTION 41-219 3 FEBRUARY 2017 Health Services THE AIRMAN MEDICAL TRANSITION UNIT (AMTU) COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

More information

Department of Defense DIRECTIVE

Department of Defense DIRECTIVE Department of Defense DIRECTIVE NUMBER 5205.75 December 4, 2013 Incorporating Change 1, May 22, 2017 USD(I)/USD(P) SUBJECT: DoD Operations at U.S. Embassies References: See Enclosure 1 1. PURPOSE. This

More information

Department of Defense DIRECTIVE

Department of Defense DIRECTIVE Department of Defense DIRECTIVE NUMBER 3000.07 August 28, 2014 Incorporating Change 1, May 12, 2017 USD(P) SUBJECT: Irregular Warfare (IW) References: See Enclosure 1 1. PURPOSE. This directive: a. Reissues

More information

UNITED STATES ARMY TRAINING AND DOCTRINE COMMAND. NCO 2020 Strategy. NCOs Operating in a Complex World

UNITED STATES ARMY TRAINING AND DOCTRINE COMMAND. NCO 2020 Strategy. NCOs Operating in a Complex World UNITED STATES ARMY TRAINING AND DOCTRINE COMMAND NCO 2020 Strategy NCOs Operating in a Complex World 04 December 2015 Contents Part I, Introduction Part II, Strategic Vision Part III, Ends, Ways, and

More information

USASOC Strategy-2035

USASOC Strategy-2035 UNITED STATES ARMY SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND USASOC Strategy-2035 April 2016 UNCLASSIFIED 1 Introduction USASOC Strategy-2035 represents guidance for the development of future ARSOF operational and institutional

More information

DIRECTOR OF SPACE FORCES (DS4 OR DIRSPACEFOR) COURSE

DIRECTOR OF SPACE FORCES (DS4 OR DIRSPACEFOR) COURSE DIRECTOR OF SPACE FORCES (DS4 OR DIRSPACEFOR) COURSE Syllabus Current as of: 12 Jun 2017 Approval ASOpS/DOK Expired certificate Signature X Kainoa, Kristopher-Michael,... DS4 Course Flight Chief Signed

More information

STATEMENT OF LIEUTENANT GENERAL MICHAEL W. WOOLEY, U.S. AIR FORCE COMMANDER AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND BEFORE THE

STATEMENT OF LIEUTENANT GENERAL MICHAEL W. WOOLEY, U.S. AIR FORCE COMMANDER AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND BEFORE THE FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY UNTIL RELEASED BY THE HOUSE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE STATEMENT OF LIEUTENANT GENERAL MICHAEL W. WOOLEY, U.S. AIR FORCE COMMANDER AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND BEFORE THE HOUSE

More information

Defense Strategies Institute professional educational forum: SOF Symposium. ~ Advancing the Global SOF Network ~

Defense Strategies Institute professional educational forum: SOF Symposium. ~ Advancing the Global SOF Network ~ Defense Strategies Institute professional educational forum: SOF Symposium ~ Advancing the Global SOF Network ~ November 5-6, 2013: Mary M. Gates Learning Center, Alexandria, VA As the role of SOF continues

More information

NAVIGATION OPERATIONS ADVANCED COURSE (NAVOPS AC)

NAVIGATION OPERATIONS ADVANCED COURSE (NAVOPS AC) NAVIGATION OPERATIONS ADVANCED COURSE (NAVOPS AC) Syllabus Current as of: 31 May 2017 Approval ASOpS/DON Expired certificate Signature X Mario Bustillos NAVOPS AC Flight Chief Signed by: BUSTILLOS.MARIO.J.1285126262

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY ORDER OF THE SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE AIR FORCE POLICY DIRECTIVE 51-2 4 NOVEMBER 2011 Law ADMINISTRATION OF MILITARY JUSTICE COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY ACCESSIBILITY: Publications

More information

Roles and Relationships

Roles and Relationships Appendix A Roles and Relationships A-1. When the Army speaks of soldiers, it refers to commissioned officers, warrant officers, noncommissioned officers (NCOs), and enlisted personnel both men and women.

More information

AIR FORCE SPECIAL VICTIMS COUNSEL CHARTER

AIR FORCE SPECIAL VICTIMS COUNSEL CHARTER AIR FORCE SPECIAL VICTIMS COUNSEL CHARTER PURPOSE: This Charter, in conjunction with the Special Victims Counsel Rules of Practice and Procedure, defines the types of services Air Force Special Victims

More information

Chapter 17: Foreign Policy and National Defense Section 2

Chapter 17: Foreign Policy and National Defense Section 2 Chapter 17: Foreign Policy and National Defense Section 2 Objectives 1. Summarize the functions, components, and organization of the Department of Defense and the military departments. 2. Explain how the

More information

Reference to 59 MDW/ADC in paragraph is hereby changed to 59 MDSG/SGSRC. 18 January 2018.

Reference to 59 MDW/ADC in paragraph is hereby changed to 59 MDSG/SGSRC. 18 January 2018. Administrative Change to 59 MDWI 36-2801, Recognition Program. OPR: 59 MDW/CCC Reference to 59 MDW/ADC in paragraph 7.3.1 is hereby changed to 59 MDSG/SGSRC. 18 January 2018. BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER

More information

USS COLE Commission Report

USS COLE Commission Report D UNCLASSIFIED DoD USS COLE COMMISSION USS COLE Commission Report Learning from the attack on the USS COLE implications for protecting transiting U.S. forces from terrorist attack UNCLASSIFIED DoD USS

More information

Mr. Chairman and distinguished members of the Committee, thank. you for this opportunity to provide an update on the United

Mr. Chairman and distinguished members of the Committee, thank. you for this opportunity to provide an update on the United POSTURE STATEMENT OF ADMIRAL ERIC T. OLSON, USN COMMANDER UNITED STATES SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND BEFORE THE 112th CONGRESS HOUSE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE MARCH 3, 2011 Mr. Chairman and distinguished

More information

Department of Defense DIRECTIVE. SUBJECT: Management and Mobilization of Regular and Reserve Retired Military Members

Department of Defense DIRECTIVE. SUBJECT: Management and Mobilization of Regular and Reserve Retired Military Members Department of Defense DIRECTIVE NUMBER 1352.1 March 2, 1990 SUBJECT: Management and Mobilization of Regular and Reserve Retired Military Members ASD(RA) References: (a) DoD Directive 1352.1, subject as

More information

STATEMENT OF THE HONORABLE PETER B. TEETS, UNDERSECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE, SPACE

STATEMENT OF THE HONORABLE PETER B. TEETS, UNDERSECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE, SPACE STATEMENT OF THE HONORABLE PETER B. TEETS, UNDERSECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE, SPACE BEFORE THE HOUSE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE STRATEGIC FORCES SUBCOMMITTEE UNITED STATES HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON JULY

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER 86TH AIRLIFT WING 86TH AIRLIFT WING INSTRUCTION 36-2 1 JUNE 2016 Personnel ENLISTED FORCED DISTRIBUTION PROCESS COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY ACCESSIBILITY: Publications

More information

Challenges of a New Capability-Based Defense Strategy: Transforming US Strategic Forces. J.D. Crouch II March 5, 2003

Challenges of a New Capability-Based Defense Strategy: Transforming US Strategic Forces. J.D. Crouch II March 5, 2003 Challenges of a New Capability-Based Defense Strategy: Transforming US Strategic Forces J.D. Crouch II March 5, 2003 Current and Future Security Environment Weapons of Mass Destruction Missile Proliferation?

More information

United States Special Operations Command WPSC ROLE OF USSOCOM i

United States Special Operations Command WPSC ROLE OF USSOCOM i In the wake of the failure of Operation Eagle Claw, many representatives in various military units and in Congress saw the need for greater cohesion in the community. It was argued by many military officers

More information

AUSA BACKGROUND BRIEF

AUSA BACKGROUND BRIEF AUSA BACKGROUND BREF No.62 April1994 SPECAL OPERATONS FORCES: A PRMER ntroduction A small but critical part of the U.S. Armed forces is made up of the special operations forces (SOF) of the Army, Navy

More information

Unified Command Plan Guidance And Authority Given

Unified Command Plan Guidance And Authority Given Unified Command Plan Guidance And Authority Given The Unified Command Plan establishes combatant command missions and Force Management Implementation Guidance identifies forces assigned to As part of this

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND AETC INSTRUCTION 36-2103 17 JUNE 2008 Incorporating Change 1, 22 December 2011 Personnel ASSIGNMENT OF PERSONNEL TO HEADQUARTERS AIR EDUCATION

More information

Selection, Training, Utilization, and Career Guidance for Army Medical Corps Officers as Flight Surgeons

Selection, Training, Utilization, and Career Guidance for Army Medical Corps Officers as Flight Surgeons Army Regulation 616 110 Personnel Utilization Selection, Training, Utilization, and Career Guidance for Army Medical Corps Officers as Flight Surgeons UNCLASSIFIED Headquarters Department of the Army Washington,

More information

EXECUTIVE ORDER 12333: UNITED STATES INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITIES

EXECUTIVE ORDER 12333: UNITED STATES INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITIES EXECUTIVE ORDER 12333: UNITED STATES INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITIES (Federal Register Vol. 40, No. 235 (December 8, 1981), amended by EO 13284 (2003), EO 13355 (2004), and EO 13470 (2008)) PREAMBLE Timely, accurate,

More information

Personnel FIRST TERM AIRMAN'S CENTER COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

Personnel FIRST TERM AIRMAN'S CENTER COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE Offutt Air Force Base NE 68113-3130 OFFUTT AFB SUPPLEMENT 1 AFI36-2201 7 September 1999 Personnel FIRST TERM AIRMAN'S CENTER COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY This

More information

CAP Squadrons and Missions

CAP Squadrons and Missions Lesson Objective: Comprehend how the various types of squadrons support CAP s three missions. Desired Learning Outcomes (DLO): 1. Describe the three types of CAP squadrons and the process for chartering

More information

CONTRACTOR SUPPORT OF U.S. OPERATIONS IN USCENTCOM AOR, IRAQ, AND AFGHANISTAN

CONTRACTOR SUPPORT OF U.S. OPERATIONS IN USCENTCOM AOR, IRAQ, AND AFGHANISTAN CONTRACTOR SUPPORT OF U.S. OPERATIONS IN USCENTCOM AOR, IRAQ, AND AFGHANISTAN BACKGROUND: This update reports DoD contractor personnel numbers in theater and outlines DoD efforts to improve management

More information

This publication is available digitally on the AFDPO WWW site at:

This publication is available digitally on the AFDPO WWW site at: BY ORDER OF THE SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION 36-2109 15 JANUARY 2002 Personnel CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT OF THE AIR FORCE AND COMMAND CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT PROGRAMS COMPLIANCE WITH THIS

More information

Department of Defense DIRECTIVE

Department of Defense DIRECTIVE Department of Defense DIRECTIVE NUMBER 3000.07 December 1, 2008 USD(P) SUBJECT: Irregular Warfare (IW) References: (a) DoD Directive 5100.1, Functions of the Department of Defense and Its Major Components,

More information

STATEMENT OF MRS. ELLEN P. EMBREY ACTING ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR HEALTH AFFAIRS BEFORE THE HOUSE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE

STATEMENT OF MRS. ELLEN P. EMBREY ACTING ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR HEALTH AFFAIRS BEFORE THE HOUSE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE STATEMENT OF MRS. ELLEN P. EMBREY ACTING ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR HEALTH AFFAIRS BEFORE THE HOUSE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE MILITARY PERSONNEL SUBCOMMITTEE THE MILITARY HEALTH SYSTEM: HEALTH AFFAIRS/TRICARE

More information

Mr. James Hondo Geurts Deputy Director for Acquisition United States Special Operations Command

Mr. James Hondo Geurts Deputy Director for Acquisition United States Special Operations Command Mr. James Hondo Geurts Deputy Director for Acquisition United States Special Operations Command A Unique Organization A Unified Combatant Command with Service, Military Department, and Defense Agency

More information

SA ARMY SEMINAR 21. The Revision of the South African Defence Review and International Trends in Force Design: Implications for the SA Army

SA ARMY SEMINAR 21. The Revision of the South African Defence Review and International Trends in Force Design: Implications for the SA Army SA ARMY SEMINAR 21 The Revision of the South African Defence Review and International Trends in Force Design: Implications for the SA Army Presented by Len Le Roux (Maj( Gen - retired) Defence Sector Programme

More information

Joint Targeting Staff Course Syllabus. 18 May 2017

Joint Targeting Staff Course Syllabus. 18 May 2017 Joint Targeting Staff Course Syllabus 18 May 2017 Joint Targeting School Joint Staff, J7 The Joint Staff Joint Targeting School 2088 Regulus Avenue Virginia Beach, VA 23461-2099 Joint Training Course Joint

More information

THE 2008 VERSION of Field Manual (FM) 3-0 initiated a comprehensive

THE 2008 VERSION of Field Manual (FM) 3-0 initiated a comprehensive Change 1 to Field Manual 3-0 Lieutenant General Robert L. Caslen, Jr., U.S. Army We know how to fight today, and we are living the principles of mission command in Iraq and Afghanistan. Yet, these principles

More information

DOD STRATEGY CWMD AND THE POTENTIAL ROLE OF EOD

DOD STRATEGY CWMD AND THE POTENTIAL ROLE OF EOD DOD STRATEGY CWMD AND THE POTENTIAL ROLE OF EOD CDR Cameron Chen CWMD Action Officer Deputy Director for Global Operations J-3 Operations Directorate 1 2 Agenda Review of DoD CWMD Strategy WMD Challenge,

More information

DOD DIRECTIVE DOD POLICY AND RESPONSIBILITIES RELATING TO SECURITY COOPERATION

DOD DIRECTIVE DOD POLICY AND RESPONSIBILITIES RELATING TO SECURITY COOPERATION DOD DIRECTIVE 5132.03 DOD POLICY AND RESPONSIBILITIES RELATING TO SECURITY COOPERATION Originating Component: Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Effective: December 29, 2016 Releasability:

More information

We Produce the Future. Air Force Doctrine

We Produce the Future. Air Force Doctrine We Produce the Future Air Force Doctrine The Role of Doctrine At the very heart of warfare lies doctrine. It represents the central beliefs for waging war in order to achieve victory. Doctrine is of the

More information

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE PRESENTATION TO THE COMMITTEE ON ARMED SERVICES SUBCOMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT AND INVESTIGATIONS UNITED STATES HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SUBJECT: INTERMEDIATE-LEVEL PROFESSIONAL

More information

King Saud University College of Nursing Master Program Master Science in Nursing Nursing Administration Course Syllabus

King Saud University College of Nursing Master Program Master Science in Nursing Nursing Administration Course Syllabus King Saud University College of Nursing Master Program 1437-1438 Master Science in Nursing Nursing Administration Course Syllabus.. - Course Title: Practicum for Clinical Specialization - Course Number:

More information

DOD INSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT OF REGULAR AND RESERVE RETIRED MILITARY MEMBERS

DOD INSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT OF REGULAR AND RESERVE RETIRED MILITARY MEMBERS DOD INSTRUCTION 1352.01 MANAGEMENT OF REGULAR AND RESERVE RETIRED MILITARY MEMBERS Originating Component: Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness Effective: December 8, 2016

More information

Overview of the Combined/Joint Force Land Component Commander Course 18 B April 15-20, 2108

Overview of the Combined/Joint Force Land Component Commander Course 18 B April 15-20, 2108 Overview of the Combined/Joint Force Land Component Commander Course 18 B April 15-20, 2108 The C/JFLCC Course originated in 2003, directed by the U.S. Army Chief of Staff to build upon the positive lessons

More information

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE HEADQUARTERS UNITED STATES AIR FORCE WASHINGTON, DC MEMORANDUM FOR DISTRIBUTION C MAJCOMs/FOAs/DRUs AFI36-2129_AFGM2018-01 2 February 2018 FROM: HAF/A4 1030 Air Force Pentagon

More information

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY BY THE ORDER OF THE COMMANDER NORAD AND USNORTHCOM NORAD AND USNORTHCOM INSTRUCTION 33-172 11 JUNE 2010 CURRENT AND ESSENTIAL, 27 OCT 12 Communication and Information NETWORK CLASSIFIED MATERIAL INCIDENT

More information