AS 4001
National Security/Commissioning Preparation I (Professional Officer Course)
Worcester Polytechnic Institute · UGRD · Fall 2026
Catalog description
Cat. I (1/6 unit) The AS 4000 sequence of courses is designed for college seniors and gives them the foundation to understand their role as military officers and how they are directly tied to our National Security Strategy. It is an overview of the complex social and political issues facing the military profession and requires a measure of sophistication commensurate with the senior college level. A mandatory Leadership Laboratory complements this course by providing advanced leadership experience in officer-type activities, giving students the opportunity to apply the leadership and management principles of this course.
Sections
Current meeting, instructor, credit, and enrollment details
AL01
OpenSeats: 4/10 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 6:47 PM- Days & times
- T1:00 PM - 1:50 PM; W1:00 PM - 2:50 PM
- Meeting dates
- 2026-08-20 - 2026-10-09
- Location
- Salisbury Labs 407; Unity Hall 405
- Instructor
- Staff
AX01
OpenSeats: 4/60 seats Last recorded: Aug 13, 2026, 6:47 PM- Days & times
- W3:00 PM - 4:50 PM
- Meeting dates
- 2026-08-20 - 2026-10-09
- Location
- Fuller Labs PHL Perreault Hall - Lower Section
- Instructor
- Staff
Section notes
<p>Air Force ROTC officer candidates participate in a Leadership Laboratory (LLAB) where the leadership skills and management theories acquired in the classroom are put into practice. This formal military training is largely planned and directed by the officer candidates. First-year and sophomore students are involved in initial leadership experiences such as problem solving, dynamic leadership, team building, Air Force customs and courtesies, drill movements, Air Force educational benefits, Air Force career opportunities, and preparation for field training. Juniors and seniors are involved in more advanced leadership experiences as they become responsible for the planning and organizing of cadet corps activities, including conducting the Leadership Laboratory itself. This LLAB meets once each week for approximately two hours and includes students from all four year-groups of the Air Force ROTC program.</p>