AETCPAM36-2614 — Pre-commissioning Terminal Learning Objectives

AETCPAM36-2614 governs pre-commissioning terminal learning objectives for Department of the Air Force military education institutions.

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  • Publication number: AETCPAM36-2614
  • Title: PRE-COMMISSIONING TERMINAL LEARNING OBJECTIVES
  • Date: 2025-05-20

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It contains guidance for aligning, assessing, and developing terminal learning objectives, along with a list of required learning outcomes. The objectives address leadership, critical thinking, resource management, resiliency, military theory, communication, and related professional knowledge.

Applies to: It applies to the United States Space Force (USSF), the Regular Air Force, the Air Force Reserve, the Air National Guard, and government-contracted personnel executing and/or directly supporting the pre-commissioning programs identified by this publication.

Topics covered

  • Leadership techniques
  • Critical thinking and risk management
  • Resource management
  • Resiliency
  • Military theory and warfare
  • Communication skills

Questions and answers

How are terminal learning objectives assessed?

Terminal learning objectives will be assessed utilizing the Department of the Air Force Handbook 36-2675, Information for Designers of Instructional Systems, to meet the foundational knowledge of the cognitive objective. (paragraph 2)

What level of achievement is required for each learning objective?

Each learning objective’s specified level of learning is the minimum required achievement for curriculum development and student evaluation. (paragraph 3)

Can military education institutions develop learning objectives at higher cognitive levels?

MEIs may develop their curriculum to achieve higher levels of cognitive learning at their discretion. (paragraph 3)

What foundation must military education institutions establish for officers?

MEIs must establish the foundation for professionally competent, strategic-minded, and critically thinking officers. (paragraph 3)

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