3-deg K-test #1 Fall 26

AF Core Functions, Space Force Operations, Major Performance Areas (MPAs), Cadet Leadership Qualities (CLQs), Supervisory Responsibilities, SAMI Standards, and Honor Code

primary role of airpower in joint air operations

to achieve control of the air, enabling freedom of action and movement while preventing enemy air and missile threats

global precision attack

the ability to hold a target at risk or strike rapidly and persistently, creating swift, decisive, and precise effects across multiple domains

rapid global mobility

the rapid movement of resources to, from, or within a theater by air, extending operational reach and positional advantage

global integrated intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR)

an activity that synchronizes and integrates the planning and operation of sensors, assets, processing, exploitation, dissemination, and analytic systems

command and control (C2)

enables commanders to direct forces across domains to achieve mission objectives by integrating operations and maintaining situational awareness

space domain awareness

the timely, relevant, and actionable understanding of the operational environment for planning and executing space operations

combat power projection in the space domain

offensive and defensive military force in, from, or to the space domain, including navigation warfare

significance of positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT)

it’s a global, multi-use space-based service essential to C2, movement and maneuver, and fires in military campaigns

purpose of satellite communications (SATCOM)

to operate spacecraft constellations that support beyond-line-of-sight communication links critical to C2

ISR involves what

an integrated operations and intelligence activity that synchronizes and integrates the planning and operation of sensors and dissemination systems

environmental monitoring

sensing, characterizing, and exploiting the natural environment

function of missile warning systems

to provide time-critical event processing and data release for decision-maker notification

four major performance areas (MPAs)

executing the mission

leading people

managing resources

improving the unit

executing the mission

effectively using knowledge, initiative, and adaptability to produce timely, high quality/quantity results

leading people

fostering cohesive teams, effectively communicating, and using emotional intelligence to take care of people

managing resources

managing assigned resources effectively and taking responsibility for actions to maximize performance

improving the unit

demonstrating critical thinking and fostering innovation to find creative solutions

job proficiency (executing the mission)

demonstrating knowledge and professional skill in assigned duties to support the mission

adaptability (executing the mission)

adjusting to changing conditions while accomplishing the mission

initiative (executing the mission)

assessing and taking action to complete a task that influences the mission

inclusion and teamwork (leading people)

collaborating effectively to achieve an inclusive climate and recognizing others’ needs

emotional intelligence (leading people)

exercising self-awareness and amanging personal emotions effectively

communication (leading people)

articulating information clearly and in a timely manner through active listening

stewardship (resource management)

demonstrating responsible management of assigned resources

accountability (resource management)

taking responsibility for actions and demonstrating reliability and transparency

decision making (improving the unit)

making ethical, well-informed, and timely decisions

innovation (improving the unit)

thinking creatively about solving problems and implementing improvements

“needs improvement” meaning on the MPA proficiency scale

cadet needs further growth to enhance understanding and/or performance

“developing” meaning on the MPA proficiency scale

cadet understands the quality but requires prompting to demonstrate it consistently

“proficient” meaning on the MPA proficiency scale

cadet understands the quality and demonstrates it consistently

“highly proficient” meaning on the MPA proficiency scale

cadet consistently demonstrates the quality and influences others to develop it

“exceptionally skilled” meaning on the MPA proficiency scale

cadet consistently demonstrates the quality and influences others to develop it

cadet supervisors’ responsibility in the MPA process

providing initial and midterm CCA feedbacks and a final assessment for each cadet

all cadet raters must be familiar with…

the cadet leadership qualities (CLQs) for informed ratings

if SPINS (special instructions) conflict with SOPs (standard operating procedures) which takes precedence?

the latest SAMI SPINS

determines what can be evaluated and deducted during a SAMI

the official checklist (AFCW Form 301)

can rooms be changed from SAMI to AMI before “inspection complete”?

no

who calls the room to attention and reports in?

the highest-ranking cadet present

if multiple of the same rank, the first cadet alphabetically

SAMI mando forms

one AFCW Form 301 per room

one AFCW Form 304A for every occupant

door/excusal standard for inspected rooms

forms must be open by cease cleaning and stay open until cease inspection

rooms not being evaluated must have an MFR posted

name/job plate standard

every occupant must have a name plate displayed

job plates must be displayed within 30 days

angle vanity mirrors and cabinets must be opened to

90 degrees

authorized items on valet

coffee pots/kettles, batter powered air fresheners, liquid soap dispensers/bars displayed on a dish, electric toothbrush/razors with charging units

two-person room towel arrangement

each side has a white towel and washcloth with folds facing the room

laundry standard

all laundry must be in a closed/sealed bag or container

rifle/training weapon security standard

training weapons must be locked and treated as real weapons

wear cover while handling at all times (even if indoors)

trashcan standard

trashcan must be clean and empty with no liner

for AMI: trash must not overflow to above the rim

drawer opening measurements

top drawer 8 in

bottom drawer 12 in

bed wrinkle standard

wrinkles > 3 in are unsatisfactory

bed collar measurements

top of collar 18 in from the headboard

6 in wide

authorized desk items (while owner is there)

monitors, mouse, printers, school supplies (no loose papers), books, desk lamps, water bottles, coins, and fans

no unattended/unsecured issued laptops or important items (e.g. CACs)

just keep the desk clear lil bro

unsecured valuables

credit/debit cards, money, or ID left out in the open

large item rule

no more than 3 large items > 18 in unless the item is an exception (standing fans, fridges, etc.)

refrigerator size limit without Sq/CC approval

no > 34 in tall, 21 in wide, or > 23 in deep

plant limit

max 2 per cadet

no > 18 in any dimension

forthrightness

being direct and honest

precept

a rule, law, regulation, or code that provides a boundary of conduct

why’s the honor code more than just a regulation

its precepts are derived from virtues

“do not lie” virtue

honesty

“do not steal” virtue

respect

“do not cheat” virtue

honesty and respect

“do not tolerate” virtues

loyalty and accountability

lying

making an assertion with the intent to deceive

rule on equivocation or quibbling

falls within the honor code’s jurisdiction as lying

stealing

intentionally depriving someone of property or service without permission

cheating

committing an act with the intent to receive underserved credit

common examples of cheating

crib notes (cheat sheet), plagiarism unauthorized AI usage

toleration

failure to promptly address a suspected violation of the honor code

if you suspect an honor code violation

encourage the cadet to report to their SDCH

follow up within 5 duty days

if the cadet does not report, you are required to report it

two elements required for an honor code violation

act and intent

act (honor case)

a deed that falls under lying stealing, cheating, or tolerating

intent (honor case)

the state of mind concerning the purpose of the act

can intent exist only briefly or after the act?

yes

does voluntary intoxication excuse an honor violation?

no