11, 12 (Must have completed AFJROTC II)
1 Credit
Elective
$10.00 Uniform Fee
Aerospace Science: The Exploration of Space - The third year is a science course,
which examines our Earth, the Moon, and the planets, the latest advances in space technology, and continuing challenges of space and manned space flight. Issues critical to travel in the upper atmosphere such as orbits and trajectories, unmanned satellites, space probes, guidance and control systems are explained. The manned space flight section covers major milestones in the endeavor to land on the Moon, and to safely orbit humans and crafts in space for temporary and prolonged periods. It also covers the development of space stations, the Space shuttle and its future, and international laws for the use of and travel in space.
Leadership Education III: Life Skills - Leadership Education III helps students
decide which path to take after high school. Information is provided on how to
apply for admission to college or to a vocational or technical school.
Information on how to begin the job search is available to students who decide
not to go to college or vocational school. Also information is provided about
financial planning and how to save, invest, and spend money wisely, as well as
how not to get caught in the credit trap. Real life issues such as understanding
contracts, leases, wills, warranties, legal notices, and personal bills are
discussed.