PHILIPPINE AIR FORCE

AIR EDUCATION, TRAINING AND DOCTRINE COMMAND

PHILIPPINE AIR FORCE OFFICER CANDIDATE SCHOOL
Fernando Air Base, Lipa City

This survey is intended for graduates of the Philippine Air Force Officer Candidate Course to
make the program more responsive and relevant to stakeholders. It is important that we
conduct a regular review of the program as part of the curriculum development process.
You, as graduate, are our most important source of information that could be used as bases
of the revisions of the program. Your honest answer to each statement is very much
appreciated.

-PAFOCS CDT

Basic Information:

Name: __________________________________ Rank: ___________________________

Present Assignment/Designation: _____________________________________________
First Assignment/Designation after graduation:___________________________________
Year when program was taken:_____________________________________
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Overall Assessment of the Program.

Rate each statement as to the extent it expresses your opinion.

LEGEND: A - Strongly agree

B - Agree
C - Disagree
D - Strongly disagree

A B C D

1. The PAFOCS Vision and Mission is well understood.

2. The PAFOCS Vision and Mission is reflected in the program.

3. I know what competencies I should have developed at the end of

the program.

4. I know the expected learning outcomes because they are written

in the programs of instruction.

5. All subjects of the course are important in preparing me in my

present and future assignments.

6. Some subjects are useless in my present job.

7. The faculty members are effective.

8. The faculty members are competent.

 A B C D

9. Teaching methodologies are appropriately chosen.

10. Students actively participate in the instruction.

11. Enough time is allocated to finish assigned tasks and activities.

12. Faculty members exhibit professionalism in dealing with the

students.

13. Evaluation tools are well chosen and appropriate to assess

learning.

14. Grading is fair.

15. There are enough materials (readings, writing tools, computers,

computer access) available for every student.

16. Classrooms are comfortable and conducive to learning and

discussion.

17. Activities (like talks of invited speakers, educational tours, etc)

are useful in helping us achieve the learning objectives.

18. Experience in the PAFOCS is worthwhile and would like to go

through it again.

19. Could have been better if there were more time to cover all
important course content.

20. Program coverage is good but the instruction was ineffective.

More specifics:

Kindly answer the following questions as honestly as you can.

1. Which of the following PAF OCC subjects should be continuously offered in which you
believe are essential in the performance of your current duties and responsibilities?
Check as many as you think should be retained in the program. Also, cross out the
subjects that you think should be deleted or not be continued to offer?

Subjects

Phase 1 Module 1: Indoctrination

History and Organization of AFP/PAF/PAFOCS/PAFROPP

Leadership Framework, Be Know and Do, Essence of Followership

Military Customs and Traditions

 AFP Uniforms, Ranks and Insignias

Individual Clothing and Equipment

Military Courtesy and Discipline

Military Drills and Ceremonies

Interior Guard Duty

Phase 1 Module 2: Character Development

Honor Code

Filipino Culture and Values

AFP Code of Ethics and Core Values

In-STEP Core Values

Mil Justice System

Health Maintenance & Sanitary Practices

Individual Preventive Hygiene Measures

Protocol and Social Graces

Phase 2 Module 1: Military Professionalism and Leadership in the AFP

Officership as a Profession; A pluralistic Profession

Professionalism & Ethical Conduct

Leadership Traits, Concepts and Principles of Leadership

Leadership Framework; Be, know and Do; Essence of followership

Ethical Issues and Moral Aspects of Leadership; Direct leadership skills/actions

Performance indicators; Leadership

Counseling, Effective Performance

Organization

Organizational Development, Bureaucracy

Org'l and Interpersonal Communications

Org’l Leadership; Org’l Conflict; Org’l Motivational

Phase 2 Module 2: First Aid

Shock; Splints and fractures, Sun Burns or Heat Injuries

Roles & Responsibilities, Objectives, Characteristics & Hindrances of First Aid

CPR & One-man Method

How to Clear an object from the Throat of an unconscious victim, Prevention

How to dress an open abdominal & open chest wound by improvised litter

Transporting a casualty using one-man and two-man carry

Phase 2 Module 3: Combat Training of Individual Soldier

Individual weapons

Marksmanship Training (Rifle &Pistol)

Crew Served Weapons

Explosives

Survival, Evasion, Escape & Recovery (SEER)

Survival Kits & Shelters

Symbols & Ground Environment

Knots and Knot Tying

Climbing Of Ropes And Knots

Firecraft

Signaling Techniques

Field crafts

Survival Movement In Hostile Areas

Tracking And Counter Tracking Method

Basic Signal and Communication

Morse Code

Map Reading & Navigations

Directions; overlays; navigation Equipment and Methods

Elevation and Relief Terrain Association, Tactical Consideration

Unit of measure and Conversion, Global Positioning System (GPS)

Night & Reduced Visibility Operations

Expedient Water Crossing; Expedient Direction Finding

Tropical Survival; Water Procurement

Survival Swimming
Moving through, over & around obstacles, react to flares

React to indirect fire, day and night, individual movement techniques

Range Estimates

Camouflaging, Covering And Concealment Concepts

Sniping and Anti-Sniping

Visual Sound and hand signal; move under direct fire

Phase 2 Module 4: Small Unit Tactics Orientation

Principles of War, Combat Power

Factors Affecting the Conduct of War

The Art of Tactics; Subsidiary & Supporting Operations

Mission, Organization, Capabilities, Limitations, Concept of Employment of a

Squad, a Flight, a Squadron, a Group and a Wing

Scout Ranger Team Organization

Ranger's SOP

Scout Ranger Tactics & Tactical Movement

Leadership Integration

Small Unit Leadership

Small Unit Teamwork; Basic Mechanics, Individual Fighting Positions

Close Quarter Battle (CQB)

Dismounted Drill

Philippine Combat Zones

Combat Psy Ops Trng

Strategy and Techniques on the Battlefield

Firefight Technique

Fire Team Formations; Squad Formations; Platoon Formations

Movement Techniques; Action at Danger Areas

Visual, sound and Hand signals

Observation Post Operation; reconnaissance

Relief-in Place Operations

Patrol Base Operations

Near & Far Ambush

Patrolling

Link-up Operations

Raid; Ambush

React to Contact; Hasty Raids/Ambush; Squad & Platoon Attack

React to contact; Break Contact; react to Ambush

Knock-out bunkers; Enter Building/Clear Room; Enter/Clear Trench

Jungle & Mountain Operations

Jungle & Mountaineering; Rappels & Belays

Close Air Support

Air to Ground Operations Seminar (AGOS)

Offensive Operations; Defensive Operations

Retrograde Operations; Armor Operations

Waterborne Operation

Heli Rappel/Heliborne Opns

Phase 2 Module 5: Troop Leading Procedures

IPSP

Intelligence Preparation for the Battlefield

Battlefield Operating System

Military Decision Making Process

OPLAN/OPORD

Phase 2 Module 6: Field Training Exercises

FTX

Phase 4 Module 1: Admin and Personnel Management

Procurement/ Separation

Placement

Career Development

Promotion
Travel

Morale, Welfare and Benefits

Discipline, Law and Order

Personnel Evaluation System

Incentives

Civilian Personnel Affairs

Records and Management

Personnel Classification System

Morning Report

Military Leave/Furlough Record

Unit Manning Document

Phase 4 Module 2: Supply and Logistics Management

AFP and PAF Organizational Set-Up

Supply Discipline and Property Responsibility

Procurement and Clearing Procedures

PAF Equipment Management System

Maintenance of Property Record

Command Guidance on Firearms

Command storage for ammo & explosives

Storage Warehousing Operation

Wrapping

Packing and Packaging

Cannibalization

Disposal of Republic and Non-Republic Property

POL Programming

Procurement and Budgeting

Quality Control Program

Guidelines in the Designation of Accountable Officers

Procedure on Application for Bond Stock Control

Determination of LEARNING ACTIVITYs/Requirements

Requisitioning Procedures Receive, Issue and Turn-in Procedures

Inventory Procedure

Dropping of Accountability/Relief of Document

Stock Record Account/Document Control System

Phase 4 Module 3: Introduction to Aircraft Maintenance

Technical Fundamentals

Aircraft Status

Symbols and their Entries

Aircraft Forms 781 series

Aircraft Inspection

Maintenance Data Collection System (MDCS)

Aircraft Familiarization

Aircraft Structure and Repair

Basic Aircraft Structure of Rotary Aircraft

Aircraft and Fuel System

AC Environmental System

Aircraft EGRESS System

Aircraft Ground Safety

Ground Handling and Servicing

Aircraft DC and AC Power System

Aircraft Lighting and Warning System

Instrument Fundamentals

Engine Instrument

Flight Instruments

Navigation Instruments

Miscellaneous Instruments

Communication and Nav /Aid Equipment

Principles of Hydraulic
Principles of Pneumatic

Basic Hydraulics Systems Fundamentals

AC Landing Gear Systems

Reciprocating Engine Components Operation

Jet Engine System Operation

Maintenance Functional Structure

OCM and Staff Functions

Flight Line and Inspection Maintenance Procedures

Phase 4 Module 4: Introduction to Air Intelligence and Security

AFP Intelligence System

Intelligence Cycle

Planning and Directing of the Collection of Information

The Collection Plan

Processing of Information

Dissemination and Use of Intelligence

Order of Battle Intelligence

Intelligence Product Report System

Threats to National Security

Introduction to Counter Intel-Military Unit Security

Introduction to Military Unit Security

Unit Security

Personnel Security

Physical Security

Document Security

Operational Security

Communication Security

Phase 4 Module 5: Safety Officer Orientation Seminar

Accident Causation

Prevention Methodology
Pre- Accident Plan

Commander Accident Plan

Building an Aviation Safety Program

Safety Program Elements

Safety officer; How to get started

Risk Management

Theory of Risk

Motivating Safe Behavior

Punishment: Does it prevent management

Human Resource Management

Aviation Safety Education and Training

The Safety Officer

Field Duties of Duty Safety Officer

Staff Relation of the Safety officer

Safety Meetings

Publications and Information Distribution System

Vehicle Safety

Fire Prevention and Protection

Explosive and Gun Safety

PAF Safety Program

Phase 4 Module 6: Civil Military Operations

Definition of Terms and Acronyms

The Pillars of CMO

CMO Operational Techniques

CMO Strategy in ISO/IPSP

Peace and Development Team (PDT)

Civic Actions

Medical Care

Barangay
 Civil Disturbance Management

Disaster Relief and Rehabilitation Operation

Phase 4 Module 7: Theories of Flight

The Four Forces of Flight

Evolution of Flight

Types of Aircraft

Suggested subjects that you think is important to be included in the course:

3. Do you think Basic Air Force Officer Course (BAFOC) should be separated from the
course? Why or why not?

Yes. It should be separated.

No. It should be retained as part

of the course.
4. The following are the subjects of the Phase 3: Professional Enhancement or the Basic Air
Force Officer Course (BAFOC) Phase. If BAFOC will not be included in the PAF OCC POI,
which of the following subjects you think should be retained as part of the professional
enhancement phase in basic level (Level 0) that are essential in developing the
competencies of future Second Lieutenant? Check the box of your answer.

BAFOC Subjects

Area 1 Module 1

Introduction to Communicative Skills

Principles of Communication

Principles of Effective Writing

Basic Steps in Writing

Essentials of Public Speaking

Types of Speeches

Area 1 Module 2

AFP and PAF Publications

Military Letter

Disposition Forma and Routing Slip

Summary Brief

Radio Message

Service Paper/Position Paper

OPLAN/OPORD

Post Operation Report

Area 1 Module 3

Introduction to Research

The Five Windows of Research

The Research Problem

Related Literature and Studies

Research Design and Methods

Statistical Methods

Notes and Bibliographical Usage

Legal Aspect of Plagiarism

Staff Study

Commandant’s paper

Area 2 Module 1

Introduction to Leadership

Nature and Styles of Leadership

Leaders and Managers

Situational Leadership

Team Building

Theory of Group Formation (COG’s Ladder)

The APTEC Model (Group Problem Solving Technique)

Guidance and Counseling

Leadership Perspective

Accountability and Responsibility of Air Force Leaders

Area 2 Module 2

Introduction to Management

Functions and Principles of Management

Human Behavior in Organization

Management Theories

Basic Management Tools

History of Quantitative Analysis

Basic Statistics

Problem Solving and Decision Making

Stress Management

Time Management
 Area 3 Module 1

AFP Core Values and Code of Ethics

Principles of Command and Staff

Command and Staff Roles and Relationship

Staff Functions, Procedures and Principles

Staff Organization / Structure / Types

Area 3 Module 2

Personnel

Air Intelligence

Air Operations

Air Logistics

Air Plans

Air Communication Electronics and Information

Civil Military Operations

Education and Training

Air Reservist and Retirees Affairs

Air Provost Marshall

Air Force Resource Management

Air Force Management Fiscal

Air Force Inspector General

Public Information Office

Air Force Chief Engineer

Air judge Advocate

Office of Ethical Standard and Public Accountability

Area 3 Module 3

Human Rights and International Humanitarian Law

Filipino Culture, Values and Heritage

Protocol and Social Graces

HIV / AIDS

Prohibited / Dangerous Drugs

Gender Sensitivity

Area 4 Module 1

Introduction to Warfare

Evolution of Warfare

Doctrine Development

Philippine Military History

Operational and Contextual Art

International and Domestic Terrorism

Area 4 Module 2

Introduction to Air Power

Theories of Air power

Air Power Development

Air Strategy and Strategic Air Power

Military Aviation in the Philippines

Area 4 Module 3

Introduction to AFP Operations

AFP and PAF Rules of Engagement

Air Defense Operations

Close Air Support Operations

Tactical Airlift Operations

Helilift Operations

Search and Rescue Operations

Air Force Health Care Program

Weather Service and Rain Making Operations

 Aerial Photo Reconnaissance

Air Base Ground Defense Operations

Air Safety Management

Aircraft Maintenance System

Air Research and Development

Air Reserve Force Administration

Suggested subjects that you think is important to be included in the Professional

Enhancement Phase of the course:

5. As graduate of the course, what are the competencies that you think should you acquired
from completing the course that are essential in the performance of your job as PAF Second
Lieutenant? Are there any competencies that you need as Second Lieutenant but are not
provided by the course?