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Education and Training 3S251
5 level CDC; 3 volumes
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02/11/2010

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Term
What does the unit's mission statement provide? 1-2
Definition
An overall snapshot of the organization's goals and capabilities.
Term
What are the three parts of the work center mission? 1-2
Definition
Purpose, Products, Customers
Term
What is a training needs assessment? 1-2
Definition
When the supervisor identifies all the tasks being performed in the work center.
Term
What determines your training needs ? 1-2
Definition
The difference between what should be trained vs what is currently being trained.
Term
What tasks should be included when completing a needs assessment? 1-2
Definition
Daily/Routine, Additional Duties, Contingency, Recurring, Special Work
Term
What are the three sources of information you can use to identify work center tasks? 1-2
Definition
Existing Documents, Interviews, Questionnaires
Term
What document is used by manpower and personnel to manage workforce requirements? 1-3
Definition
Unit Manning Document (UMD)
Term
What document assits personnel specialists in position number management and provides a means of monitoring unit manning and controlling incoming and intra-unit assignments? 1-3
Definition
Unit Personnel Manpower Roster (UPMR)
Term
What item is generic in nature and describes the duties and responsibilities of all AFSCs? 1-3
Definition
Air Force Enlisted Classification Directory (AFECD)
Term
What comphrehensive document identifies life cycle education and training requirements; training support resources and minimum core task requirements for a specialty? 1-3
Definition
Career Field Education and Training Plan (CFETP)
Term
What is another name for the CFETP Part II and what does it describe? 1-3
Definition
Specialty Training Standard (STS); it lists the tasks an individual in that specialty may be expected to perform or know.
Term
What document specifies what is taught in the resident tech schools and CDC and to what level of performance? 1-3
Definition
STS
Term
What comprehensive task list is prepared by AF Career Field Managers for a particular job type, duty position, or defense system? 1-4
Definition
Air Force Job Qualification Standard (AFJQS)
Term
Which document helps standardize upgrade and qualification training by identifying the minimum tasks individuals must be qualified to perform? 1-4
Definition
AFJQS
Term
Name the other documents that can be used to identify tasks to be perfomred in the work center besides the JQS. 1-4
Definition
Policy directives, Manuals, Handbooks, TOs, Military and civilian position descriptions, Base operations plans, SAVs, Production records, Mission statements
Term
What two qualifications must be met for someone to be considered a subject matter expert? 1-5
Definition
Field expertise and Recent job experience
Term
What kind of information will a SME give you? 1-5
Definition
Information to help determine tasks required for a work center or duty position.
Term
What are the three phases of the SME interview? 1-5
Definition
Preparing, Conducting, Concluding the interview
Term
What are the four parts of the SME interview preparation phase? 1-5
Definition
Researching, Developing questions, Setting up the interview, Preparing the room
Term
When researching for the SME interview, what document is important to review? 1-5
Definition
Air Force Mission Directives (AFMD)
Term
What will the base operation plan (OPlan) help you identify? 1-5
Definition
Special, Contingency, Recurring, or Local taskings
Term
What kind of questions should you use when interviewing a SME? 1-6
Definition
Subject specific
Term
What should you do prior to conducting the SME interview? 1-6
Definition
Get a list of SME's available.
Term
What should you give the SME prior to the interview and why? 1-6
Definition
A list of questions; This give the SME time to prepare and will save time during the interview.
Term
What is the purpose of the SME interview? 1-7
Definition
To gain information from the expert.
Term
What form will be used to document any tasksings not on an existing training standard? 1-7
Definition
AF For 797
Term
What are the three sections to the SME questionaire? 1-7
Definition
Instructions, Background information sheet, Questions
Term
What are the two types of questions you can ask a SME? 1-8
Definition
Selection, Supply
Term
What kind of questions should you use if you want easier tabulation interpretation? 1-8
Definition
Closed-ended
Term
What is the advanatage of using open-ended questions? 1-8
Definition
The response may provide information beyond the scope of your original question.
Term
What must every work center have to identify all tasks to be completed? 1-10
Definition
Master task listing
Term
Whats one way to develop an MTL? 1-11
Definition
Circle the required tasks in the CFETP and identify the skill levels for performing each task.
Term
What are the three different training standards you can use to develop the MTL? 1-11
Definition
CFETP, AFJQS, AFF 797
Term
What kind of tasks are placed on a AFF 797? 1-11
Definition
Locally required tasks
Term
Who finalizes the contents of a CFETP? 1-11
Definition
SME's from all using MAJCOM's during a Utilization and Training Workship (U & TW)
Term
What is the AFJQS? 1-11
Definition
A comprehensive task list that AFCEMs prepare to describe a particular job type or duty position.
Term
What does the JQS list? 1-11
Definition
Minimum tasks everyone assigned to similar AFSC duty positions must perform.
Term
What are the three steps in developing a 797? 1-11
Definition

1. Determine what the task is and its title

2. The subtasks required

3. Technical references.

Term
Define task. 1-12
Definition
An observable and measurable unit of work with a definite beginning and end.
Term
Define duty. 1-12
Definition
An action that is broad in meaning and consists of numerous tasks.
Term
How do you identify a task? 1-12
Definition
Use a descriptive title starting with an action verb.
Term
What must be listed after documenting tasks and subtasks on a 797? 1-12
Definition
Technical references
Term
How do you know if you have a lack of training capability? 1-13
Definition
If you discover that no one is available to train the individuals.
Term
Where is the first place to look for potential trainers? 1-13
Definition
Manning documents
Term
What can base level personnel use to determine if any one on station holds the AFSC? 1-14
Definition
MilPDS
Term
What TSC is used when a training ability is not available for upgrade or qualification training? 1-14
Definition
P
Term
What do maintenance units use to track training? 1-14
Definition
Integrated Maintenance Data Systems (IMDS)
Term
When does the supervisor and UTM conduct an initial evaluation on fromal school graduates and reassigned personnel? 1-14
Definition
Within 60 days of assignemnt, 120 for ARC personnel.
Term
Where can you find a list of mandatory forms used to document training? 1-15
Definition
CFETP
Term
When conducting an inital evaluation on a reassigned individual, what will you need to match? 1-15
Definition
The individual's qualifications to the work center requirements.
Term
How does the supervisor assign tasks? 1-15
Definition
Based on the number and types of personnel assigned to the work center.
Term
What is one of the biggest problems with accomplishing training? 1-15
Definition
Finding time for training
Term
How can you avoid mission stoppage if an individual is removed? 1-15
Definition
Ensure several individuals are trained in all the work center required tasks.
Term
How do you find the sum total that represents the work center training requirements? 1-16
Definition
Take the training requirements for each individual and add these tasks together.
Term
Where can you find what CDC's are required for an AFSC? 1-16
Definition
Air Force Institute for Advanced Distributed Learning (AFIADL)
Term
Who determines the CDC volume completion order and how long does the trainee have to complete each volume? 1-16
Definition
Supervisor; 30 days
Term
What is an AFIADL Form 34? 1-16
Definition

Field-Scoring Answer Sheet

(Bubble Sheet)

Term
Prior to the trainee taking the course exam, what two things must the supervisor do? 1-16
Definition
Conduct a comprehensive review fo the entire CDC and document the review on a 623a.
Term
When must the trainee take the course exam? 1-16
Definition
Within 30 days of notification of arrival.
Term
In what month will the UTM process an extention request through MilPDS if the trainee has not taken the course exam? 1-16
Definition
10th month
Term
What should the UTM request if the trainee is at the 8th month of CDC enrollment and is within 60 days of PCS? 1-17
Definition
Request a course extension
Term
Who can approve a course reactivation if it's within 90 days or less? 1-17
Definition
Squaron commander
Term
If the course experation is over 90 days who must approve the request? 1-17
Definition
Group commander
Term
How many reactivations may be granted per course? 1-17
Definition
1
Term
Who can receive a reenrollment and who cannot? 1-17
Definition
Individuals whose initial enrollment has expired prior to their completion and a new CDC version has replaced the original version. This does not apply to two time failures.
Term
Training plans are developed in the form of objectives. What do these objectives do? 1-19
Definition
Objectives serve as a road map so the trainee and the trainer can see what needs to be done after the training is conducted.
Term
Name the three parts of any objective. 1-19
Definition
Condition, Performance/behavior, Standard
Term
What does the condition describe? 1-19
Definition
The circumstances for evaluation.
Term
What does the performance/behavior tell the trainee? 1-19
Definition
Exactly what is required.
Term
What should preced the rest of the statement when developing the performance/behavior part? 1-19
Definition
A verb.
Term
What does a standard tell an individual? 1-19
Definition
How well or to what degree of proficiency the objective must be performed.
Term
What is a standard based on? 1-20
Definition
Air Force, MAJCOM, and local policies.
Term
What is the GO/NO GO level based on? 1-20
Definition
Whether an individual can or can't do the job.
Term
What are the only two basic ways to measure a person's knowledge of a subject? 1-20
Definition
Written or oral testing
Term
What does AFMAN 36-2236, Guidebook for Air Force Instructions cover? 1-20
Definition
Written tests in depth
Term
What are the two types of written tests? 1-20
Definition
Selection and supply
Term
What are the three types of selection tests? 1-20
Definition
Multiple choice, matching, true/false
Term
What are the three types of supply tests? 1-20
Definition
Essay, short answer, completion
Term
How do you know when a test is valid? 1-22
Definition
When it measure what it is supposed to measure.
Term
A test is considered to be what when it yields the same results consistently? 1-22
Definition
Reliable
Term
Why is a written test more reliable than a performance test? 1-22
Definition
With a written test there are regulations that can be reviewed to determine if the student knows the material. With a performance test the student only performs as well as they have trained.
Term
A test is comprehensive when what are measured? 1-22
Definition
All objectives taught
Term
How do you know when a test is objective? 1-22
Definition
When personal bias or prejudice is removed from the rating system.
Term
When will a test show differentiation? 1-22
Definition
When it distinguishes between poor, average, and outstanding trainees.
Term
What are the three areas a performance test is broken into? 1-22
Definition
Development of the test; checklist used to rate a students performance; evaluator training
Term
What are the three parts of a performance test? 1-23
Definition
Objective; references/material; instructions
Term
What should you include in the instructions? 1-23
Definition
Reasons for automatic failure, safety, or when the student can request assistance.
Term
What should you use to score a performance test? 1-23
Definition
Checklist
Term
What should be included on the checklist instructions? 1-23
Definition
What constitutes a passing or failing score.
Term
What is the definition of error of standard? 1-23
Definition
The evaluator sets the standard based on his or her own ability.
Term
What is the error of logic? 1-23
Definition
The evaluator gives a final score based on only seeing one portion of the task being performed.
Term
What has occured when the evaluator does not allow either a high or low score? 1-24
Definition
Error of central tendency
Term
What has occured when the evaluator gives a score/grade based on the impression of the trainee? 1-24
Definition
Error of halo
Term
What are the two reasons for doing a task breakdown? 1-25
Definition
1. Make sure all parts of a task are identified; 2. Make sure all trainees are taught a task completely
Term
What are the three resources you can use when doing research? 1-25
Definition
Yourself, books, other experts
Term
What are the three steps to identifying a task breakdown? 1-26
Definition
Subtasks, procedural skills, supporting knowledge
Term
What should you do after you complete the task breakdown? 1-26
Definition
Review it for completeness, accuracy, and required equipment.
Term
What are the 4 steps of the introduction? 1-27
Definition
Attention, motivation, overview, transition
Term
List three ways to write the development or body step of a lesson plan. 1-27
Definition
Single-page, two-column, two-page
Term
A summary, remotivation, and closure are included in what part of the lesson plan? 1-27
Definition
Conclusion
Term
During what part of the lesson plan should you never add new information? 1-27
Definition
Summary
Term
What are the two ways to validate a training program? 1-32
Definition
Use a SME or trainees
Term
Where should you start to look for problems with a test? 1-32
Definition
Start by looking at task objectives
Term
Where should you start looking for problems with a lesson plan? 1-33
Definition
By reviewing the task breakdown.
Term
What is it called when you go into a work center and visit with the supervisor, trainers, and trainees? 1-34
Definition
Informal workcenter visit
Term
What is the purpose of a formal visit? 1-34
Definition
To find any existing problems and help the supervisor solve them.
Term
What must candidates for retraining complete? 2-1
Definition
An interview process
Term
Who completes the interview for retrainees interested in joining the 3S2X1 career field? 2-2
Definition
Base 3S2X1 functional manager
Term
What are two requirements that are not immediately recognizable of members wanting to retrain into 3S2X1? 2-2
Definition
Ability to work with people and to communicate effectively.
Term
Where is the most desirable place to initially be assigned as a 3S2? 2-4
Definition
UTM
Term
What other community do base training managers closely work with that involve upgrades, promotions, and seperation matters? 2-5
Definition
The personnel community
Term
What two areas will the education office provide guidance and counsel to both military and civilian personnel? 2-5
Definition
Education goals and educational programs
Term
As the education and training manager for the base you will be the OPR for what important MAJCOM program? 2-5
Definition
On-the-job training
Term
Who may need to get involved if training problems cannot be handled at the local level? 2-6
Definition
Installation commander
Term
Who provides guidance to the MAJCOM functional manager when problems arise with training capability? 2-6
Definition
MAJCOM training manager
Term
What organization is responisible for advising inspection and evaluation agencies on training policies and procedures and also for reviewing and coordinating draft CFETP's prior to publication? 2-7
Definition
HQ AFPC/DPPAT
Term
Why should you always consult with the maintenance UTM before initiating a training supplement or OI? 2-7
Definition
The new supplement/OI might conflict with governing maintenance publications.
Term
What is the next step after you receive a survey with a suspense date from the base training office? 2-7
Definition
Forward the survey to the affected personnel and add a new suspense date for the survey to be returned to you.
Term
What two offices are involved in withdrawing an AFSC or removing a trainee from UGT? 2-7
Definition
Base and MAJCOM education and training office
Term
What is the key ingredient in any case involving an AFSC withdrawal? 2-7
Definition
Documentation
Term
What are the five factors to consider when determining whether a waiver request deserves approval? 2-8
Definition
Eudcation, training, knowledge, experience, other
Term
What AFI covers the processing of waiver requests? 2-9
Definition
36-2101 Classifying Military Personnel (Officers and Airmen)
Term
Who decides when a waiver is appropriate? 2-9
Definition
Immediate supervisor and commander
Term
Who determines whether the trainee meets or exceeds the experience and training requirements in the CFETP when requesting a waiver? 2-10
Definition
MAJCOM Training Manager
Term
What are the two ways publications can be displayed? 2-12
Definition
Paper or digital
Term
What are the two systems of Air Force publications? 2-13
Definition
Standard and specialized
Term
Which of the two systems of publications are issued by SECAF, CSAF, Commanders, and staff officials to announce policies, assign responsibilities, prescribe procedures, direct actions, and inform people? 2-13
Definition
Standard
Term
Give two examples of specialized publications. 2-23
Definition
TO's and CFETP's
Term
What two categories are standard and specialized publications broken-down into? 2-13
Definition
Directive and nondirective
Term
Which publications are necessary to meet the requirements of law, safety, security, or other areas that benefit the Air Force? 2-13
Definition
Directive
Term
 What are policy directives? 2-13
Definition
Orders of the SECAF that contain policy statements used to regulate actions of conduct within their specified areas of responsibility.
Term
What documents are statements of officially sanctioned beliefs and war fighting principles that describe and guide the proper use of air and space forces in military action. They also provide the foundation for Air Force policies? 2-13
Definition
Doctrine documents
Term
Who may supplement mission directives? 2-13
Definition
Only the unit described in the title.
Term
What is used if you want to direct action, ensure compliance, or give detalied procedures to standard action across the Air Force? 2-13
Definition
Instructions
Term
What are extentions of instructions? 2-13
Definition
Manuals
Term
What publications contain mutually agreed-upon policies or procedures between one or more military departments? 2-14
Definition
Interservice publications
Term
What are auxiliary publications that extent or add material to publications issued by higher HQ or agencies? 2-14
Definition
Supplements
Term
What type of instruction assigns responsibility, directs action, and prescribes procedures? 2-14
Definition
Operating Instruction
Term
What kind of publication is informal and suggest guidance; however compliance is expected? 2-14
Definition
Nondirective publications
Term
Which publication is normally a "how to" document? 2-14
Definition
Pamphlet
Term
What item is used to facilitate reference? 2-14
Definition
Master catalog
Term
What item provides the technical aspects of a particular subject? 2-14
Definition
Handbook
Term
List the three types of recurring publications. 2-14
Definition
Magazines, periodicals, newsletters
Term
Items that are not subject to revisions, not shown in an index, and usually not numbered are called what? 2-15
Definition
Nonrecurring pamphlets
Term
What are the two types of visual aids? 2-15
Definition
Permanent and temporary
Term
What information will official bulletins carry? 2-15
Definition
Temporary announcements, notices, and instructions.
Term
How should you make changes when reviewing a JQS? 2-15
Definition
Make pencil changes to the tasks and technical references and line through any tasks not required at your base.
Term
What are the three basic types of edits? 2-16
Definition
Technical, composition, instructional
Term
What is an AF Form 388, Communication Control Record, used for? 2-17
Definition
To control suspenses
Term
What document is used to identify personnel demonstrating unsatisfactory progress in UGT? 2-18
Definition
OJT Roster
Term
If the squadron has a quality control section, what two items should you review that might indicate potential training problems? 2-18
Definition
AF Form 803, Unit Safety Reports
Term
What is the definition of counseling according to AFMAN 36-2236 Chapter 30? 2-19
Definition
The process involving a helping relationship directed toward improvement or change in student behavior.
Term
What are the two ways you can give counseling? 2-19
Definition
Advice giving and problem solving
Term
What are the three phases or cycles of problem solving? 2-19
Definition
Self exploration, self-understanding and trainee action
Term
What TSC are you placing a trainee in when you add the following statement..."I have been briefed on my promotion status while in withdrawl from UGT..."
Definition
TSC T
Term
When will the commander evaluate the trainee as to their eligibility to reenter UGT? 2-20
Definition
90 days
Term
Who will take action if the Base E&T manager or the trainee does not concur with the withdrawl from UGT? 2-20
Definition
MPF chief
Term
What is the first step in analyzing the lack of a training capability? 2-21
Definition
Research and validate the problem
Term
Where is the first place to look for a potential trainer outside the work center? 2-22
Definition
UMD
Term
What is the primary source of information on available education and training courses? 2-22
Definition
ETCA
Term
Civilian contract courses usually occur with the purchase of what? 2-22
Definition
The purchase of new equipment by the Air Force.
Term
What is the primary source for correspondence programs? 2-23
Definition
AFIADL
Term
What is the lead command for AF distance learning? 2-24
Definition
AETC
Term
Who is responsible for the Air Technology Network? 2-24
Definition
Air Force Institute of Technology
Term
What type of training is additional training via computer assisted, paper text, interactive video, or other necessary means to supplement training? 2-25
Definition
Exportable training
Term
What is another name for exportable training? 2-24
Definition
Type 6 and JST
Term
What type of training is computer controlled where the learning experience is based on the interaction between the learner and the computer system? 2-25
Definition
Interactive course ware
Term
What are the advantages to the Air Force in regard to JST? 2-25
Definition
Reduce training costs, manpower and facilities
Term
When should Interactive television be used? 2-25
Definition
When real-time instructor/student interaction is required but hands-on training and special equipment requirements are low.
Term
Who has overall responsibility for JST courses? 2-26
Definition
Training managers
Term
The following six elements describe what? 1. Course announcement 2. Data call 3. Validating training 4. Training delivery 5. Course completion 6. Student tracking 2-26
Definition
JST administration process
Term
What two way will the Training Manager publicize course announcements? 2-26
Definition
ETCA, USAF Formal Schools and Air Force Training Managemnt System (AFTMS)
Term
What two things must every JST course be assigned? 2-26
Definition
A course identifier and title
Term
What is the AF Form 3933? 2-26
Definition
MAJCOM Mission Training Request
Term
Who builds the classes in AFTMS? 2-26
Definition
2nd Air Force
Term
When must the distribution function dispatch training material? 2-26
Definition
30 days prior to class start date
Term
When will course material for out-of-cycle requirements be dispatched? 2-26
Definition
Within 15 days of receipt of request
Term
Where will the ICW element search for courses that have already been developed? 2-27
Definition
Defense Instructional Technology Information Systems (DITIS) courseware inventory
Term
Before using any ICW or COTS (commercial off-the-shelf) courses what must be obtained? 2-27
Definition
Request and receive a copywright release in writing
Term
Who serves as the life-cycle management activity for both local and contractor-developed courseware? 2-27
Definition
ICW element
Term

What two formats will ICW element use to create interactive courseware? 2-28

 

Definition

Analog and digital

 

Term
What does AFI 65-601, Vol 1 cover? 2-28
Definition
Budget Guidance
Term
How do you project a training budget? 2-28
Definition
Identify your financial training needs over the next 2 - 5 years by reviewing historical data, mission statements, and applicable publications.
Term
What should you use as a baseline when setting up your annual budget? 2-28
Definition
The previous years budget
Term
What three things should you project before submitting your budget? 2-28
Definition
TDY's, equipment needs, supplies
Term
The following three aspects: 1. Did you use provided resources? 2. What did you purchase with allocated funds? 3. What capabilities did you attain compared to intended goals?; refer to what? 2-28
Definition
Executing the budget
Term
Why should you make sure all obligations used/recorded by 30 Sep are valid? 2-29
Definition
To prevent loss of funds due to administrative error
Term
What are the three basic steps in handling local training requirements? 2-29
Definition
Review, validate, process the request
Term
How do you validate a training request? 2-29
Definition
Determine if the training is mission essential
Term
How far in advance will HQ AF allow MAJCOMS to project their training requirements? 2-29
Definition
2 years prior to implementation
Term
What kind of training is not included in ETCA and is contracted with civilian industrial or educational institutions? 2-30
Definition
Type 1 Special Contract Training
Term
What type of training is normally conducted at AETC bases by AETC instructors? 2-30
Definition
Type 2 AETC Resident Special Training
Term
What type of training is of continuing nature that includes basic, lateral, advanced, or supplemental courses? 2-30
Definition
Type 3 Resident Regular Training
Term
What is special or regular on-site training conducted by training detachments (TD) or by mobile training teams (MTT)? 2-30
Definition
Type 4 Field Technical Training
Term
What is training conducted for the AF by agencies other than AETC? 2-30
Definition
Type 5 Other US Government Agency Training
Term
What is formal training developed by a training wing or TRW contractor to be exported to a feld location and designed to be learned without an AETC course qualified instructor expertise at the site? 2-30
Definition
Type 6 Job Site Training
Term
When you need training because of a change in personnel, new equipment, a career field merger, or underestimating the work center's training needs you need what kind of training request? 2-30
Definition
Special training or out-of-cycle training request
Term
What AFI covers Employee Training and Development? 2-30
Definition
36-401
Term
What does MRTP and TRQI stand for? 2-30
Definition
Mission Readiness Training Program; Training Requester Quota Identifier
Term
What are two types of out-of-cycle training requests for emergency requirements? 2-30
Definition
Unprogrammed emergency and time-critical
Term
Who must you coordinate special training of civilian personnel? 2-30
Definition
Civilian Personnel Flight
Term
What are the two parts of the customer service information process? 2-33
Definition
The customer service information line (CSIL) and any other written method by which the field communicates to a training group to ask questions or express concerns or problems with training received
Term
What is the name of the direct dial telephone system by which any field user can communicate directly with his or her training group concerning training issues? 2-34
Definition
Customer Service Information Line (CISL)
Term
How long after a CSIL call is received does the training group have to provide information to the caller and who prepares the reply? 2-34
Definition
5 days; the person most qualified to answer the inquiry prepares the reply
Term
What is the name of the 1 page survey that asks for supervisor feedback on how the trainee is progressing? 2-34
Definition
Graduate Assessment Survey (GAS)
Term
What is the name of the visit that is used to evaluate graduates who have graduated from a tech school 4 to 6 months earlier? 2-34
Definition
Field Interview
Term
What kind of questionnaire deals with specific tasks relating to the career field? 2-35
Definition
Field evlauation questionnaire
Term
What are the 6 basic steps when conducting a SAV? 2-35
Definition
1. Schedule the visit  2. Make previsit preparations  3. Conduct the visit  4. Out brief  5. Prepare report  6. Assist in corrective actions
Term
What part of the SAV covers reviewing directives, mission statements, and wartime tasking that govern the unit? 2-35
Definition
Previsit preparations
Term
When you review the units statistics during a SAV, what information are you looking at? 2-36
Definition
Number in UGT and qualification training, number in each TSC, number enrolled in CDC's, exam pass/fail rate, safety reports and quality assurance evaluations if available
Term
When interviewing personnel during a SAV, what two things are you looking for? 2-36
Definition
Problems that may have occured during training and good points to praise later
Term
What is training capacity? 2-36
Definition
The number of trainees that can be effectively trained by one trainer
Term
Where will you look to find how many of each skill level is assigned? 2-37
Definition
UMD
Term
What should you do when reviewing third-party task certification procedures? 2-38
Definition
Request to have a task certification done during your visit.
Term
What should you always do when providing solutions or recommendations? 2-38
Definition
Provide more than one alternative
Term
Who should receive a copy of a SAV report? 2-39
Definition
The unit, each work center visited and copy in the E&T files.
Term
Who is required to complete the Air Force Training Course? 2-39
Definition
Personnel who conduct training and certify training tasks.
Term
What is the basic reason for an Education and Training Meeting? 2-40
Definition
To discuss E&T with the supervisors.
Term
What are the three common purposes for a meeting? 2-40
Definition
Distribute information, solve problems, conduct training
Term
What is AFMAN 33-326? 2-41
Definition
Preparing Official Communications
Term
What should you base a test? 2-42
Definition
The training standard
Term
What security measures should you take when controling test material? 2-43
Definition
All test material should be logged in, access limited, inventoried, signed out, and signed back in each time it is used.
Term
What is the purpose of test validation? 2-43
Definition
To verify whether the test is usable and what if anything needs correction.
Term
What are the three ways of disposing of test material? 2-43
Definition
Shredding, pulping, or burning
Term
When is a training requirement considered overdue and when will IMDS give a notice of required training courses needing completion? 2-44
Definition
At the end of the month when the training is due; 90 days
Term
What will be used to check the system for classes not completed? 2-44
Definition
Uncompleted event listing
Term
What form is used to show the number of classes requested and completed and the number of personnel who were trained? 2-45
Definition
AFF 898, Field Training Requirements Scheduling Document
Term
Courses that satisfy specific weapon system or equipment specific training needed by personnel in the maintenance complex are called what? 2-45
Definition
Priority courses
Term
Who can designate additional courses as priority courses? 2-45
Definition
MXG Commander
Term
How far in advance will the AFF 898 or approved automated system project routine and priority TD training requirements? 2-45
Definition
3 months
Term
When is the training schedule considered official? 2-46
Definition
When the NCOIC/OIC of the MTF, TD Chief/Commander, and MXG Commander have signed it.
Term
Who is responsible for coordinating aircraft and equipment requests between the TD and host base? 2-46
Definition
The Maintenance Training Flight
Term
What's the most effective way to use a TD? 2-46
Definition
Fill all quotas for each class
Term
How should personnel with over seas orders complete their training? 2-46
Definition
Complete their training courses before reporting overseas.
Term
What must be updated before you can update the event to attending status? 2-47
Definition
IMDS
Term
What is the most cost effective means of completing training if you have a large backlog? 2-47
Definition
Request a TD instructor be sent TDY to your base.
Term
How long should you allow from the date of your request until the first preferred class date? 2-47
Definition
At least four weeks
Term
What review must SME's complete each year that requires them to check course documents for technical accuracy? 2-47
Definition
Instructional Systems Reviews (ISR)
Term
What AFI covers The Education Services Program? 3-1
Definition
36-2306
Term
What are the three levels of command that are involved in the administration and implementation of the education program? 3-2
Definition
HQ USAF, MAJCOM/FOA, installation
Term
Who is assigned the installation's educational responsibilities? 3-2
Definition
Education services officer (ESO)
Term
When is a needs assessment conducted and who is surveyed?  3-2
Definition
Once every three years or when a major population change occurs; a representative sample of officer/enlisted and other eligible personnel
Term
How are Education Service Center financially supported? 3-2
Definition
Appropriated funds based on budget estimates
Term
What are non-personal service contracts (NPSC) used for? 3-2
Definition
To procure specific and limited services.
Term
What is the estimated annual cost a NPSC many not exceed unless approved by MAJCOM? 3-3
Definition
$12,000
Term
What kind of courses do proprietary schools offer? 3-3
Definition
Correspondence courses
Term
When should the ESO contact each newcomer to set up an initial appointment? 3-5
Definition
Within 5 days after receiving the listing
Term
What are the three characteristics always presnet in an effective briefing? 3-5
Definition
Accuracu, brevity, clarity
Term
What is the first step in planning a briefing? 3-5
Definition
Determine the purpose
Term
What is the 2nd step in planning a briefing? 3-5
Definition
Analyze your audience
Term
What is the backbone of any briefing? 3-5
Definition
Research
Term
What are the three main parts to any briefing? 3-6
Definition
Introduction, body, conclusion
Term
What are the two parts of the introduction? 3-6
Definition
Identification and purpose, overview
Term
What is the key to a successful education program? 3-7
Definition
Accurate and current information must be available on the educational and professional status and progress of each individual
Term
What is the system that lets education offices record individual education information on an electronic version of the AF Form 186? 3-7
Definition
Air Force Automated Education Management System (AFAEMS)
Term
When a student has missing grades or outstanding reimbursement action, what should the ESC update their status to? 3-7
Definition
Visit reqd
Term
What does the Education Services Program Annual Report include? 3-8
Definition
Participation and enrollment statistics of military personnel (AD, AFR, ANG) serviced by the ESC.
Term
What is the active duty service commitment officers incur after completing a course with aid from TA? 3-10
Definition
2 years
Term
What is AF Form 1227? 3-10
Definition
Authority for Tuition Assistance
Term
What two organizations must accredit a school for military members to receive TA? 3-10
Definition
A national or regional accrediting body recognized by COPA and the Dept. of Education
Term

According to the DOD Appropriations Act, who is not eligible for TA? 3-11

 

Definition

Military personnel who are convicted of a crime that prevents them from pursuing their studies

Term

What form is the basis of certification and payment for TA? 3-11

 

Definition

AFF 1227

Term

Who controls TA funds on each base? 3-11

 

Definition

Accounting and finance office

Term

What must officers have before TA is approved? 3-12

 

Definition

A completed AF Form 233, Specified Period of Time Contract (SPTC) verifying he or she has the required retainability

Term

What form is used to record and process requests for withdrawals from courses involving TA and waiver of TA reimbursements? 3-12

 

Definition

AF Form 118 Refund of Tuition Assistance

Term

How long does the ESO have to determine whether to waive the requirement to refund TA? 3-12

 

Definition

60 days

Term

How long is the reimbursement action delayed when a student receives an Incomplete? 3-12

 

Definition

12 months

Term

When must collection action be taken after the reimbursement time period for an incomplete has expired? 3-13

 

Definition

10 days

Term

How many days does a student have to reply to a reimbursement determination? 3-13

 

Definition

30

Term

What are the two reasons an ESO may suspend TA? 3-13

 

Definition

Individuals who repeatedly receives grades of F or withdraws from courses for reason within their control

Term
How long is the ordinary perios of education, training, or research for Master's Programs? PhD's? 3-14
Definition
2 years or less; 3 years
Term
What is the only federally chartered military institution in the US? 3-16
Definition
Community College of the Air Force (CCAF)
Term
When and where did the CCAF begin? 3-16
Definition
1 Apr 72; Randolph AFB, TX
Term
What are the four goals of CCAF? 3-16
Definition
Programs. Awareness, Resources, Values
Term
Who is the conferring authority for CCAF degrees? 3-17
Definition
AETC Commander
Term
Who are the five ex officio member of the Board of Visitors (BOV)? 3-17
Definition
AETC Commander, CCAF Commander/President, CMSAF, AETC Command Chief, Chair of AU BOV
Term
Who chairs the CCAF policy council? 3-17
Definition
VP for academic affairs
Term
How many semesters hours are needed for a CCAF? 3-17
Definition
64
Term
What is the preferred method of completing the leadership, management, and military studies portion of the CCAF? 3-18
Definition
Complete PME
Term
What is the maximum number of semester hours that can be applied to a CCAF from degree-applicable testing? 3-19
Definition
30
Term
After registering for a CCAF how long does a student have to complete their courses? 3-19
Definition
6 years
Term
What form is used to request CCAF transcripts? 3-19
Definition
AF Form 2099
Term
What is the CCAF prgress report? 3-20
Definition
An advisement tool designed to help map out a path for degree completion
Term
What program did the Air Force Educational Leave of Absence replace? 3-21
Definition
Operation Bootstrap
Term
What's the maximum time a member can take for AFELA? 3-21
Definition
Not to exceed 2 years
Term
What is the active duty commitment a person occurs when using AFELA? 3-21
Definition
2 months for every month of leave taken
Term
What does an educational deferment prevent? 3-21
Definition
Prevents an idividual's PCS departure before he/she completes a specific education program
Term
Where is AFIT located? 3-23
Definition
Wright-Patterson
Term
What is the AFIT's mission? 3-23
Definition
To support defense through graduate, professional continuing education and research programs
Term
What two services does AFIT provide? 3-23
Definition
Degree granting programs and PCE; Specialized training programs
Term
What are the grade requirements to attend AFIT? 3-24
Definition
O-6 or below
Term
What is the maximum number of months a member may spend in AFIT? 3-25
Definition
54
Term
What is the maximum time an individual may spend at an institution (resident or civilian) during a single AFIT tour? 3-25
Definition
36 consecutive months
Term
AFIADL provides more than 350 correspondence study courses in what three categories? 3-26
Definition
PMW, CDC, SC
Term
What rank must a member be to attend SOC? 3-28
Definition
O-3 and above
Term
Who can attend AWC? 3-28
Definition
O-5 select and above
Term
What makes specialized courses (SC)unique? 3-29
Definition
They are designed to broaden one's knowledge of a job not necessarily required for skill upgrade
Term
Where is DANTES located and who controlls it? 3-29
Definition
Pensacola, FL; Ast Secretary of Defense
Term
What form is used to enroll students in DANTES courses? 3-30
Definition
DANTES Form 1562/31
Term
How is TA paid for correspondence courses vs resident courses? 3-30
Definition
TA for a correspondence course is paid after the fact while TA for resident study is paid up front
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