Introduction To Republic of Korea Air Force Academy Contents I. Introduction .................................................................................................. 1 1. Mission 2. Brief History 3. Precept 4. Symbols II. Educational Curriculum .............................................................................. 4 1. Overview 2. Academic Curriculum 3. Military Training III. Cadet Life .................................................................................................. 15 1. Daily Rules / Customs 2. Schedule 3. Religious Life 4. Cadet Life Regulations IV. International Cadets ................................................................................... 20 1. International Programs 2. Admissions 3. Admissions Criteria V. Campus Facilities ....................................................................................... 23 Ⅵ. Contact Us ................................................................................................. 26 I. Introduction 1. Mission Republic of Korea Air Force Academy aims to produce professional elite Air Force officers who will become the core leaders of the 21st century's aerospace force. 2. Brief History 1949.01.14. Aviation Academy established in Gimpo 1949.06.01. Entrance ceremony held for the 1st class of the Academy 1949.10.01. The Aviation Academy renamed as Air Force Academy 1951.01.25. Air Force Academy moved to Mosulpo in Jeju island 1951.05.01. Air Force Academy moved to Jinhae 1954.05.10. The 4-year curriculum introduced 1958.12.12. Air Force Academy moved to Seoul Campus 1966.04.11. Former president Jung-Hee Park renamed the Academy as Sungmoodae 1970.02.10. The Academy's motto changed to "We learn and endeavor devoting our bodies, hearts and minds to our nation and the sky above." 1985.12.21. Air Force Academy moved to present-day Cheongju Campus 1997.02.22. First female cadets entered the Academy 2009.06.10. The 60th anniversary marked 2010.06.15. "Everlasting Light" Monument unveiled 2012.04.23. Inter-academies Joint Education program commenced - 1 - 3. Precept ◈ "We learn and endeavor devoting our bodies, hearts, and minds to our nation and the sky above." 4. Symbols ◈ Cadet Badge · Boramae : Mascot of the Air Force Academy · Shield : National defense, air supremacy · Stars : Sublimity of the skies · Laurel Wreath : Victory · Knot : Unity · Mugunghwa & Taeguk Symbol : Republic of Korea · Diamond : - Dignities and responsibilities of the ROKAF officers - Absolute trust the citizens of Korea have for the ROKAF - Our determination for national defense · Significance : As prospective air force officers in charge of protecting air sovereignty of the Republic of Korea, cadets establish air supremacy, win battles, and protect the lives of the Korean people. - 2 - ◈ Unit mark · Eagle : Air force's aircraft · 士 : The institution producing the professional elite air force officers with both the Pen (Intelligence) and the Sword (Courage) · Fourteen Stars : Fourteen provinces of Korea · Significance : Elite air force officers with both intelligence and physical strength, as represented by "The Pen" and "The Sword," devote themselves to protect the sky over the fourteen provinces of the Korean peninsula. - 3 - II. Education Curriculum 1. Overview ◈ Mission : Producing Elite Air Force Officers - Producing officers embodying core values of our Air Force with sound character and mind - Producing ready and intelligent specialists with extensive knowledge and deep insights - Producing goal-oriented leaders who will lead the future of aerospace force ◈ Curriculum - Academics : Bachelor of Arts & Bachelor of Military Science - Military Training : · Combat Skills / Physical Training · Commandership / On-the-Job Training · Cadet Flight Training - Character Education : · Character and leadership education · Cultivation of military discipline and "Sung-moo" spirit · Development of Independent thinking and vision-building skills ◈ Educational Principles - Academic curriculum focuses on teaching cadets liberal arts subjects as well as professional knowledge necessary for well-rounded air force officers in the age of technology and information. Cadets double major in Military Science and General Science. - Military training (basic cadet training and summer military training) equips cadets with practical military skills, mental and physical strengths, commandership, and practical combat skills. - Character development education imbues cadets with righteous and progressive military spirits and leadership skills through pursuit of honor and moral values. - 4 - - Inter-academies Joint Program deepens the understanding of joint operations and organizations of other branches of the military for future military specialists who will lead joint battle space, and ultimately build friendship and deepen the bond among cadets from other service academies. - Winter Term and other special events, such as guest lectures and field trips, will be arranged according to the particular year’s academic schedule. 2. Academic Curriculum ◈ Academic Terms First Semester (17 weeks) Second Semester (17 weeks) Winter Term 2015. 3. 2. ∼ 6. 27. 2015. 8. 31. ∼ 12. 24. 2016. 1. 18. 〜 2. 19. ◈ Course Credit - Course credit is composed of academic credit and military training credit Year Academic Credit Training Credit Total First Year 148 82 230 Second Year 148 82 230 Third Year 152 90 242 Fourth Year 152 98 247 ◈ Degree/Major Degree Major All cadets must double major in Military Science and one of Military Science general science below · International Relations, Defense Management, Bachelor of Military Strategy Studies (64th-65th classes) Arts · Regional Studies (offered for the 66th class and after) General Bachelor of Computer Information Science Science Science Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering, Mechanics Engineering, Engineering System Engineering, Electronic Communications Engineering - 5 - ◈ Course Curriculum (1) General Studies (A) First & Second years ( ) : # of credits, note: If not specified, each course is worth 3 credits Humanities and Science and Engineering Category Social Sciences Department Department Core values (6) Korean National History, Intro to Philosophy Communication (9) College Writing, Leadership, Intro to Psychology IT/Informatization (3) Intro to Computer Science and Lab College-level English I, II (2 each), Air Military English (1) Foreign Languages (5) English Conversation I․Ⅱ․Ⅲ․Ⅳ (0 each) Required Basic Sciences (9) Linear Algebra, Calculus, Intro to Statistics (49) Aerospace Law, Intro to Aerospace Engineering, Avionics Engineering, Intro to Air Force (11) Aviation Dynamics (2) · In-class Lessons (2) : Exercise Physiology, PE Coaching Methodology, · Training(4) : Interval Training, Training Fundamentals, Apparatus Physical Education (6) Gymnastics, Weight Training, Aeronautic Physical Conditioning, G-Resistance Training, Swimming, Martial Arts, Ball Games Departmental Electives (Humanities and Social Fundamental Physics & Lab General Physics & Lab I․II Sciences : 6, Science General Chemistry & Lab General Chemistry & Lab I․II and Engineering : 12) History of World Civilization, Intro to Literature, Civilization’s Culture and Individual nd Arts (3) Clashes and Exchanges, 2 Foreign Language , History and Cultural Electives Contents [Select 1] Electives (Humanities Intro to Law, Intro to Management, Intro to Economics, Intro to (24) Human and and Social Education, Intro to Political Science, Communication, Humanities Society (3) Sciences and Life [Select 1] : 18 Logic and Creative Problem Solving and Decision Making, Engineering Math Science Math (3) II, Math and Future Industries [Select 1] and Engineering Science and Computer Programming, Introduction to Natural Science, Life : 12) Technology Science, Environmental Science, Joy and Sorrow of Material (3) Civilization, Aeronautical meteorology [Select 1] : Select 1 or more from each category. Cadets who belong to the Department of Science and Engineering select 4 courses, and those in the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences select 6 : Select 1 from Japanese, Chinese, German, French, and Russian (KoreanⅠ·Ⅱ : Required for foreign cadets) : Required for cadets who are pursuing non-pilot specialty track - 6 - (B) Third & Fourth years ( ) : # of credits, note: If not specified, each course is worth 3 credits Category Humanities and Social Sciences Science and Engineering Korean National History, History of World Civilization, Core values (9) Intro to Philosophy Organization Intro to Law, Intro to Economics Management (6) Communication College Writing, Communication, Intro to Psychology (9) Intro to Required Problem-Solving Intro to Statistics (3) Courses (52) IT/Informatization(3) Intro to Computer Science and Practical Training Foreign English ConversationⅠ․Ⅱ․Ⅲ․Ⅳ( 1 each), Reading in EnglishⅠ․Ⅱ(2), Languages (16) Air Military English(1), Second Foreign LanguageⅠ , Second Foreign LanguageⅡ · Theory(2) : Exercise Physiology(1), PE Coaching Methodology(1), · Practice(4) : Interval Training, Training Fundamentals, Apparatus Physical Gymnastics, Weight Training, Aeronautic Physical Education (6) Conditioning, G-Resistance Training, Swimming, Martial Arts, Ball Games Calculus, Linear Algebra, Fundamental Physics & Lab Calculus, Linear Algebra, Required General Chemistry & Lab General Physics & LabⅠ․Ⅱ, (18) Intro to Education, Intro to General Chemistry & LabⅠ․Ⅱ Management Funda- Intro to Political Science, Intro to Literature, Computer Programming, Engineering mentals Electives (6) International Sociocultural