Chapter 9 Flashcards by Jean Candanedo

Although the enlisted force consists of functionally and operationally specialized Airmen, in order to provide professional development opportunities for all Airmen, there is a compelling need for: (9.2.1.)

a common approach to career progression

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What system provides a common approach to career progression and professional development and defines us as Airmen, rather than merely specialists? (9.2.1.)

enlisted force structure

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The Air Force core values, Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do, are the basis for _______. (9.2.2.)

Air Force policies, guidance, and overall focus

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Which is NOT true about the purpose of the Enlisted Force Structure? (9.3.)

Provides a unique and flexible career structure for each enlisted AFSC

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The enlisted force is comprised of ______ distinct and separate tiers, each correlating to increased levels of training, education, technical competence, experience, leadership, and managerial responsibilities. (9.4.)

three

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The enlisted force structure is comprised of three distinct and separate tiers: (9.4.)

Airman, NCO, and SNCO

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The enlisted force is comprised of three separate tiers: Airman, NCO, and SNCO. Which tier is focused on adapting to the requirements of the military profession, achieving technical proficiency, and learning to be highly productive members of the Air Force? (9.4.1.)

the Airman tier

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Which of the three enlisted force structure tiers focuses on SSgts and TSgts who continue their technical growth, become expert hands-on technicians, and serve as first-line supervisors? (9.4.2.)

the NCO tier

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Which enlisted force structure tier has a focus on accomplishing the organization’s mission through the skillful use of teams and also concentrates on further developing their teams and people, both technically and professionally? (9.4.3.)

the SNCO tier

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The three leadership and development levels in the Air Force are: (9.5.)

tactical, operational, and strategic

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The three leadership and development levels in the Air Force are tactical, operational, and strategic. The Tactical level of leadership normally applies to: (9.5.1.)

ABs through TSgts

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The three leadership and development levels in the Air Force are tactical, operational, and strategic. The Operational Level of leadership normally applies to: (9.5.2.)

MSgts through CMSgts who typically work at the numbered Air Force level and below

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The three leadership and development levels in the Air Force are tactical, operational, and strategic. The majority of the enlisted force will spend their entire careers at: (9.5.2.)

the tactical and operational levels

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The three leadership and development levels in the Air Force are tactical, operational, and strategic. The Strategic level normally applies to: (9.5.3.)

CMSgts and a few other SNCOs assigned to higher headquarters

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The three leadership and development levels directly correlate to the scope of an enlisted person’s duties and responsibilities. Which level’s primary focus is the strategic leadership and management of the force to best meet current and future requirements? (9.5.3.)

the strategic level

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Airmen must accept and execute all duties, instructions, responsibilities, and lawful orders in a timely, efficient manner. Failure to obey lawful orders violates _______ of the UCMJ. (9.6.1.)

Article 92

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As part of their General Airman Responsibilities, Airmen must strive for and maintain the highest level of personal readiness to meet Air and Space Expeditionary Force mission requirements. To do so, Airmen must: (9.6.2.)

-be technically ready and physically ready-be mentally ready and spiritually ready-meet all predeployment requirements if postured to deploy

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_______ readiness is the development of those personal qualities needed to help a person through times of stress, hardship, and tragedy. (9.6.2.4.)

Spiritual

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On the topic of Specific Airman Responsibilities, when Airman reach the grade of A1C, they typically earn what skill level? (9.7.3.)

5-skill level

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Senior Airmen (SrA) commonly perform as skilled technicians and trainers and begin developing supervisory and leadership skills. SrA may serve as reporting officials: (9.7.4.)

upon completion of Airman Leadership School (ALS)

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NCOs have the authority to issue lawful orders appropriate for the completion of their assigned tasks. Failure to obey lawful orders violates _______. (9.8.1.)

Article 92 of the UCMJ

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As part of their General NCO Responsibilities, NCOs must maintain the highest level of personal readiness to meet Air and Space Expeditionary Force mission requirements. To do so, NCOs must: (9.8.2.)

-be technically ready and physically ready-be mentally ready and spiritually ready-meet all predeployment requirements if postured to deploy

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NCOs must maintain the highest level of personal readiness to meet Air and Space Expeditionary Force mission requirements. To be technically ready, NCOs must also attain and maintain a skill level commensurate with _______. (9.8.2.1.)

their rank

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If an NCO notices a person is exhibiting behavior indicating he or she may be suicidal, the NCO must _______. (9.8.2.3.4.)

immediately seek assistance and remain with the person until relieved by the proper authority

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As part of their general NCO responsibilities, NCOs must:

-frequently visit dining facilities, chapels, recreation facilities, dormitories, and enlisted clubs-recognize and reward individuals whose conduct and duty performance exceed established standards-hold subordinates accountable when they do not meet established standards

As part of their general NCO responsibilities, NCOs must accept responsibility for and assume the role of leader, if senior in grade. This policy stems from _______. (9.8.3.)

time-honored military customs and traditions

As part of their general NCO responsibilities, NCOs must accept responsibility for and assume the role of leader, if senior in grade. Within the same grade, _______ determines seniority. (9.8.3.)

-date of rank (DOR)-total active federal military service date (TAFMSD)-pay date and date of birth (DOB)

Commanders may place NCOs who are lower in rank in charge of other NCOs of the same grade. When placed in charge by commanders, these NCOs have the authority to issue lawful orders appropriate for mission accomplishment. Failure to obey lawful orders violates _______. (9.8.10.)

Article 92 of the UCMJ

On the topic of Specific NCO Responsibilities, which rank consists of highly skilled technicians with supervisory and training responsibilities? (9.9.1.)

SSgt

As a specific SNCO responsibility, MSgt-selects should immediately enroll in and complete _______. (9.11.1.)

Course 12 or 14, SNCO PME Distance Learning Course

MSgts are transitioning from technical expert and first-line supervisor to operational leader. MSgts normally operate at the _______ level of leadership. (9.11.1.)

operational

On the topic of Specific SNCO Responsibilities, which rank serves at the operational and strategic levels of leadership, depending on assignment? (9.11.3.)

CMSgt

Enlisted duty titles facilitate a quick understanding of a person's role and level of responsibility and are assigned based upon: (9.12.)

the scope of responsibility and the duties being performed

The duty title of Supervisor is used for Airmen and NCOs who are first-line supervisors. Airmen will not have the duty title of Supervisor unless: (9.12.1.)

they are at least a SrA, an ALS graduate, and supervise others' work

The duty title of Noncommissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC) is used only for _______. (9.12.2.)

NCOs and SNCOs in charge of a workcenter or element

This duty title is used for those whose primary duty is program or functional management (such as Unit Training Management or Resource Management), even if they do not directly supervise personnel. (9.12.2.)

Noncommissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC)

The duty title, _______, is typically held by SNCOs whose rank will vary depending upon the size of the section (number of personnel, number of workcenters, and scope of responsibilities). (9.12.3.)

Section Chief

The duty title of Section Chief is used only for _______. (9.12.3.)

NCOs and SNCOs in charge of a section with at least two subordinate workcenters or elements

The duty title, Flight Chief, is used for _______ who are the enlisted leaders of a flight (for example, Flight Chief, Information Systems Flight and Flight Chief, Operations Flight). (9.12.4.)

NCOs and SNCOs

This duty title is used for a CMSgt, and occasionally a SMSgt or MSgt, who is the enlisted leader of a squadron: (9.12.5.)

Squadron Superintendent

Only _______ will hold the duty title of Superintendent or Squadron Superintendent. (9.12.5. and 9.12.6.)

SNCOs

This enlisted duty title is used for SNCOs in charge of group or wing-level functions or in a squadron when having either oversight of functions within other squadrons or within the same squadron: (9.12.6.)

Superintendent

This enlisted duty title is used for NCOs and SNCOs who are program, project, and policy managers at NAF, MAJCOM, DRU, FOA, Joint Staff, or Air Staff levels: (9.12.7.)

Manager

This enlisted duty title is used for CMSgts who are program, project, or policy managers at NAF, MAJCOM, DRU, FOA, Joint Staff, or Air Staff levels: (9.12.8.)

Chief

On the subject of Special SNCO Positions, the _______ is an expeditionary leader serving in a position rich in custom and tradition and is the commander's critical link within the unit for all matters concerning enlisted members. (9.13.1.1.)

First Sergeant

The First Sergeant works directly for and derives authority from _______ at home station and deployed locations. (9.13.1.1.)

the Commander

First Sergeant duty is a _______ special duty assignment with an option to compete to remain for an additional ___ or more years. (9.13.1.2.)

3 year, 3

Master Sergeants may be selected for the First Sergeant position through one of two programs: (9.13.1.2.)

volunteer and the First Sergeant Selection Program (FSSP)

First Sergeants wear distinctive chevrons with ______ in the center. (Fig 9.2.)

a diamond

________ are CMSgts who are the enlisted leaders at the group level. They resolve issues between subordinate squadrons, other groups, wing staff, and outside agencies as well as perform other duties as directed by the group commander. (9.13.2.)

Group Superintendents

This special SNCO position is filled by SNCOs who lead the enlisted schools and academies and implement and enforce policies, procedures, and

Enlisted Academy Commandant

Who provides leadership, guidance, and direction to PME faculty support staff as well as short- and long-term strategic planning and policy formulation and implementation for Barnes Center schools? (9.13.3.)

the Vice Commandant, Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education (Barnes Center)

What special SNCO position is responsible for managing enlisted career fields for a MAJCOM and serves as the MAJCOM liaison for their respective AF Career Field Managers (AFCFMs)? (9.13.4.)

Enlisted MAJCOM Functional Managers (MFMs)

Enlisted MAJCOM Functional Managers (MFMs) manage enlisted career fields for the MAJCOMs and _______. (9.13.4.)

-disseminate Air Force and career field policies and program requirements-coordinate with AFPC to distribute personnel throughout the MAJCOM-provide subject-matter expertise to AETC training managers

This special SNCO duty position is typically held by CMSgts serving on the Air Staff who are responsible for organizing and managing one or more enlisted career fields. (9.13.5.)

Air Force Career Field Manager (AFCFM)

This special SNCO position exists at the MAJCOM, Wing, and other organizational levels. They lead the enlisted force and advise commanders on matters that affect the enlisted force, such as proper utilization, quality of enlisted leadership, management and supervisor training, operations tempo, and quality of life. (9.13.6.)

Command Chief Master Sergeants (CCMs)

What special SNCO position exists at the MAJCOM, Wing, and other organizational levels and serves as the functional manager for assigned first sergeants? (9.13.6.)

Command Chief Master Sergeant (CCM)

Command Chief Master Sergeants (CCMs) wear a distinctive chevron with ______ in the center. (Fig 9.3.)

a star

Although the Marine Corps created the position of Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps in 1957 and the Army created the position of Sergeant Major of the Army in 1965, the Air Force did not establish the position of Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force until _______. (9.13.7.)

1966

The first person to hold the position of Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force was _________. (9.13.7.)

Paul Wesley Airey

The Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force wears a distinctive chevron with ______ in the center. (Fig 9.4.)

-an eagle between two stars-a wreath around the star

Whose efforts helped produce the Weighted Airman Promotion System (WAPS) which was adopted in 1970? (9.13.7.1.2.)

Paul W. Airey

Which Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force campaigned for and refined the newly established WAPS, garnered continued flight pay for NCOs attending in-residence PME, and worked toward equal per diem for enlisted and officers? (9.13.7.2.2.)

Donald L. Harlow

Who was the first CMSAF with direct Vietnam experience and the first African-American to serve in the highest enlisted post of the Air Force? (9.13.7.4.1.)

Thomas N. Barnes

Which Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force took pride in working to ensure equality among the ranks and races and helped establish the Air Force Social Actions Program in 1969? (9.13.7.4.2.)

Thomas N. Barnes

As Airmen, we are part of a professional subculture. The mindset, evident in our behavior, that causes us to proudly exhibit the highest levels of professional service to our country is known as: (9.14.1.)

Airmanship

The hallmarks of the Airmanship mindset are _______. (9.14.2.)

-a genuine belief in and commitment to the oath of enlistment-an embracement of Air Force core values as your own-a contagious willingness to fulfill all NCO responsibilities

Under the We Are All Recruiters (WEAR) program, Airmen who attend approved WEAR events to help Air Force Recruiting Service efforts may: (9.15.1.)

be granted up to 12 days permissive TDY

Air Force members who positively impact recruiting by participating in the Recruiters Assistance Program (RAP) are eligible for a grant of up to ____ days of non-chargeable leave. (9.15.2.)

The Recruiter Assistance Program (RAP) is an active-duty leave program run by Air Force Recruiting Service and is open to _______ who are interested in participating and having a positive impact on recruiting. (9.15.2.)

Airmen of all ranks

The four levels of Enlisted Professional Military Education (EPME) are: (9.16.)

ALS, NCO Academy, SNCO Academy, and the CMSgt Leadership Course (CLC)

Which of the four levels of Enlisted Professional Military Education (EPME) are delivered in-residence? (9.16.)

ALS, NCO Academy, SNCO Academy, and the CMSgt Leadership Course (CLC)

All four levels of Enlisted Professional Military Education are delivered at resident schools. Which of them are also available through distance learning (DL) courses? (9.16.)

ALS, NCO Academy, and the SNCO Academy

What agency provides Enlisted Professional Military Education (EPME) program development, faculty development, and operational program management for four resident and three Distance Learning courses? (9.16.1.)

Thomas N. Barnes Center, EPME Academic Affairs (AA)

Enlisted PME (EPME) courses are based on three broad areas of learning/graduate attributes: (9.16.1.2.)

military professional, expeditionary leadership, and leadership communication

Enlisted PME (EPME) courses are based on three broad areas of learning: military professional, expeditionary leadership, and leadership communication. The principle methods of instruction are: (9.16.1.2.)

guided discussion, case study analysis, and experiential learning

Airmen receive academic credit through the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) for completing which Enlisted Professional Military Education (EPME) courses? (9.16.1.3.)

ALS, NCO Academy, and the SNCO Academy

Which Enlisted PME (EPME) course must be completed in residence in order to perform duties as a reporting official and to be eligible for promotion to SSgt? (9.16.2.1.1.)

Airman Leadership School

Which Enlisted PME course is a 5 week course with a curriculum focused on four core graduate attributes: (1) expeditionary Airman, (2) supervisor of Airmen, (3) military professional, and (4) supervisory communicator? (9.16.2.1.2.)

Airman Leadership School

Airmen receive academic credit for completing the first three levels of enlisted PME courses. How many semester hours of college credit with the Community College of the Air Force do ALS graduates earn? (9.16.2.1.2.)

Which Enlisted PME course is required within 2 years of sewing on TSgt, and to be eligible for promotion to MSgt? (9.16.2.2.1.)

NCO Academy

Which Enlisted PME course is a 6-week course with a curriculum focused on four core professional NCO attributes: (1) military professional, (2) operational Airmen, (3) unit manager, and (4) managerial communicator? (9.16.2.2.2.)

NCO Academy

The Air Force Senior NCO Academy in residence is required for promotion to _______. (9.16.2.3.1.)

SMSgt

Which Enlisted PME course is a 7-week course that focuses on four key attributes: (1) military professional, (2) operational manager, (3) joint warfighter, and (4) senior communicator? (9.16.2.3.2.)

SNCO Academy

Which Enlisted PME course forces students to team up with Air and Space Basic Course (ASBC) students for 3 days to improve officer and enlisted interaction? (9.16.2.3.2.)

SNCO Academy

Airmen receive academic credit for completing the first three levels of enlisted PME courses. How many hours of college credit with the Community College of the Air Force do graduates of the Senior NCO Academy earn? (9.16.2.3.2.)

Which Enlisted PME course was established in 2004 at the direction of the Secretary of the Air Force and the Chief of Staff? (9.16.2.4.)

CMSgt Leadership Course (CLC)

Which Enlisted PME course is a 7 1/2-day course that targets development in four areas: 1) the developing Chief Master Sergeant, 2) the expeditionary Chief Master Sergeant, 3) the senior enlisted leader/manager, and (4) collateral curriculum? (9.16.2.4.2.)

CMSgt Leadership Course (CLC)

Which Enlisted PME course does not award CCAF college credit to graduates? (9.16.2.4.2.)

CMSgt Leadership Course (CLC)

Although the first 3 levels of enlisted PME courses are available through Distance Learning, ALS (Course 1) and the NCO Academy (Course 9) are only available to ________ as a Distance Learning paper-based course. (9.16.3.1. and 9.16.3.2.)

Reserve and Guard personnel

Although the first 3 levels of enlisted PME courses are available through Distance Learning, the only one available to active-duty personnel as a Web-based multimedia course is: (9.16.3.3.)

SNCO Academy (Course 14)

Which enlisted PME distance learning course is voluntary but highly encouraged for Air Force active duty personnel and required for a senior rater endorsement on their SNCO EPRs? (9.16.3.3.)

SNCO Academy (Course 14)

Which enlisted PME course provides SNCOs a more comprehensive joint education to prepare them for assignments to joint billets at the Senior Enlisted Leader (SEL) or Command SEL level? (9.17.)

Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education (SEJPME)

The Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education (SEJPME) course is a Web-based, self-paced course that exposes enlisted personnel to joint education and improves their ability to operate as part of a joint force. The SEJME course is open to _______. (9.17.1.)

active duty, Reserve, and Guard personnel, E-6 through E-9

The Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education (SEJPME) course is a self-paced, web-based course that exposes enlisted personnel to joint operations. Although the course is open to E-6 through E-9, students should _______. (9.17.1.)

complete rank-required enlisted PME prior to enrolling in this course

Military ethics is NOT about: (9.18.)

personal successes or failures or virtues or vices

According to Dr. James H. Toner, former Professor of International Relations and Military Ethics, Air War College, military ethics is rooted in _______. (9.18.1.)

the three Os: owing, ordering, and oughting

According to Dr. James H. Toner, military ethics is rooted in the three Os: owing, ordering, and oughting. Owing means: (9.18.2.)

recognizing obligation, responsibility, and duty

According to Dr. James H. Toner, Air War College, military ethics is rooted in the three Os: owing, ordering, and oughting. Ordering means: (9.18.3.)

putting priorities in the right order

As Airmen, our highest priority is to serve our country. According to Dr. James H. Toner, the proper ordering of our priorities should be: (9.18.3.)

country, Air Force, unit

According to Dr. James H. Toner, Air War College, military ethics is rooted in the three Os: owing, ordering, and oughting. Oughting means: (9.18.4.)

understanding what Airmen ought to do every day

Military ethics is about: (9.18. and 9.18.6.)

you

The Air Force's web-based, cradle-to-grave enlisted development tool that enables Airmen to manage their professional development is _______. (9.19.)

My Enlisted Development Plan (MyEDP)

The Air Force's web-based, cradle-to-grave enlisted development tool that allows Airmen to manage their professional development is known as My Enlisted

-view information related to their specific career field-track and plan their individual career paths, stay informed, and collaborate with peers-track their professional progression

My Enlisted Development Plan (MyEDP), the Air Force's web-based, cradle-to-grave enlisted development tool boasts several useful features such as a

-documents and information pertaining to an Airman's career field-briefings and policy letters specific to an Airman's career field-advice for writing enlisted performance reports, awards, and decorations

My Enlisted Development Plan (MyEDP), the Air Force's web-based, cradle-to-grave enlisted development tool boasts several useful features such as a

allows Airmen across the globe to discuss issues ranging from deployments to uniforms

My Enlisted Development Plan (MyEDP), the Air Force's web-based, cradle-to-grave enlisted development tool boasts several useful features such as a

allows Airmen to upload documents they would like to share with supervisors or mentors

The menu options on MyEDP, the Air Force's web-based, enlisted development tool, include My Account (with submenus of Profile, My Journal, My Folder, and

Airmen or their mentors to record and set goals and track accomplishments

The menu options on MyEDP, the Air Force's web-based, enlisted development tool, include My Account (with submenus of Profile, My Journal, My Folder, and

Airmen to upload documents such as certificates and letters of appreciation

The menu options on MyEDP, the Air Force's web-based, enlisted development tool, include My Account (with submenus of Profile, My Journal, My Folder, and

Airmen to grant access to their MyEDP information to supervisors, commanders, and personally selected mentors