Back to Air Force PDG Chapter 12 - Training and Education
1. The purpose of the Air Force OJT program is
A. to provide financial counseling to Airmen and their families
B. to identify tasks and requirements that can be outsourced to private business
*C. to provide knowledge and skill qualification training to enable members to perform specialty duties
D. to provide the PME training necessary for Airmen to advance to the next level of responsibility
12.2.
2. The Air Force OJT program consists of three components:
*A. job knowledge, job proficiency, and job experience
B. on-the-job, PME School, and mentorship
C. peer, supervisor, and trainer
D. formal, informal, and CFETP
12.6.
3. The Air Force OJT program consists of three components: job knowledge, job proficiency, and job experience. "job knowledge" is
A. gained during and after upgrade training, which builds confidence and competence
B. the knowledge and experience gained from private or off-duty civilian schools or tutoring
*C. gained through CDCs that provide basic knowledge on a wide spectrum of career field subjects
D. the hands-on training provided on the job, allowing the trainee to gain proficiency on workcenter tasks
12.6.1.
4. The Air Force OJT program consists of three components: job knowledge, job proficiency, and job experience. "job proficiency" is
A. gained during and after upgrade training, which builds confidence and competence
B. the knowledge and experience gained from private or off-duty civilian schools or tutoring
C. gained through CDCs that provide basic knowledge on a wide spectrum of career field subjects
*D. hands-on training, allowing the trainee to gain proficiency in tasks performed in the work center
12.6.2.
5. The Air Force OJT program consists of three components: job knowledge, job proficiency, and job experience. "job experience" is
A. hands-on training, allowing the trainee to gain proficiency in workcenter tasks
*B. gained during and after upgrade training, which builds confidence and competence
C. the knowledge and experience gained from private or off-duty civilian schools or tutoring
D. gained through CDCs that provide basic knowledge on a wide spectrum of career field subjects
12.6.3.
6. Upgrade Training (UGT) is the key to the Total Force training program because
A. it provides the tactical self-defense skills required for advancement
B. physical fitness is the foundation upon which all other skills are built
C. the Air Force doesn't need increased knowledge and abilities -it needs managers
*D. it leads to award of higher skill levels and is designed to increase knowledge, skills, and abilities
12.7.
7. AFSC Upgrade Training (UGT) requirements are outlined in
A. AFI 36-2201, Air Force Training Program
B. AFI 36-2101, Classifying Military Personnel
C. the applicable CFETP
*D. all of these answers
12.7.
8. Air Force Upgrade Training is a system based on 4 skill levels:
A. 3, 5, 7, and 9; Apprentice, Journeyman, Craftsman, and Master Craftsman
B. 1, 3, 5, and 7; Journeyman, Apprentice, Craftsman, and Master Craftsman
*C. 3, 5, 7, and 9; Apprentice, Journeyman, Craftsman, and Superintendent
D. 1, 3, 5, and 7; Journeyman, Apprentice, Craftsman, and Superintendent
12.7.1.-12.7.4.
9. Upgrade Training is a system based on 4 skill levels: Apprentice (3-level), Journeyman (5-level), Craftsman (7-level), and Superintendent (9-level). For award of the 3-skill level
A. Airmen must complete CDCs, if available, core tasks identified in the CFETP, and have 12 months in UGT
B. Airmen must be a SSgt and complete 7-skill level craftsman course (if required) and have 12 months in UGT
C. Airmen must be a SMSgt and meet mandatory requirements listed in the Enlisted Classification Directory
*D. Airmen must complete an initial training course
12.7.1.
10. Which skill level requires Airmen only to complete an initial training course? This skill level may also be earned via OJT if training on all tasks taught in the initial skills course and all other mandatory requirements identified by the AFCFM is completed.
A. Superintendent, 9-level
B. Craftsman, 7-level
C. Journeyman, 5-level
*D. Apprentice, 3-level
12.7.1.
11. What is required for award of the 5-skill level?
*A. Airmen must complete CDCs, if available, core tasks identified in the CFETP, and have 12 months in UGT
B. Airmen must be a SSgt and complete 7-skill level craftsman course (if required) and have 12 months in UGT
C. Airmen must be a SMSgt and meet mandatory requirements listed in the Enlisted Classification Directory
D. Airmen must complete an initial training course
12.7.2.
12. Which skill level requires Airmen to complete CDCs, if available, and applicable core tasks identified in the CFETP, and have a minimum of 12 months in Upgrade Training?
*A. Journeyman, 5-level
B. Craftsman, 7-level
C. Superintendent, 9-level
D. Apprentice, 3-level
12.7.2.
13. Upgrade Training is a system based on 4 skill levels: Apprentice (3-level), Journeyman (5-level), Craftsman (7-level), and Superintendent (9-level). For award of the 7-skill level, Airmen must
A. complete an initial training course
B. complete CDCs, if available, core tasks identified in the CFETP, and have 12 months in UGT
C. be a SMSgt and meet mandatory requirements listed in the Enlisted Classification Directory
*D. be a SSgt and complete 7-level craftsman course (if required) and have 12 months in UGT
12.7.3.
14. Which skill level requires Airmen to attain the rank of SSgt, complete CDCs, complete applicable core tasks identified in the CFETP and 7-skill level craftsman course and have a minimum of 12 months in Upgrade Training?
A. Journeyman, 5-level
*B. Craftsman, 7-level
C. Superintendent, 9-level
D. Apprentice, 3-level
12.7.3.
15. For award of the 7-skill level, Airmen must attain the rank of SSgt, complete CDCs, complete applicable core tasks identified in the CFETP and 7-skill level craftsman course and have a minimum of 12 months in Upgrade Training. Airmen in retraining status are subject to the same training requirements and a minimum of _____ in Upgrade Training.
A. 15 months
B. 12 months
*C. 6 months
D. 3 months
12.7.3.
16. Upgrade Training is a system based on 4 skill levels. For award of the 9-skill level, Airmen must
A. complete CDCs, if available, core tasks identified in the CFETP, and have 12 months in UGT
B. be a SSgt and complete 7-level craftsman course (if required) and have 12 months in UGT
*C. be a SMSgt and meet mandatory requirements listed in the Enlisted Classification Directory
D. complete an initial training course
12.7.4.
17. Which skill level requires Airmen to hold the rank of SMSgt, meet requirements listed in the Air Force Enlisted Classification Directory, and be recommended by their supervisor and approved by their commander?
*A. Superintendent, 9-level
B. Craftsman, 7-level
C. Journeyman, 5-level
D. Apprentice, 3-level
12.7.4.
18. The Retraining Program is designed to
A. punish Airmen who fail their CDCs more than once
B. identify and discharge members who cannot meet requirements
C. identify Airmen who do not complete their CDC volumes on time
*D. balance personnel numbers in specific Air Force specialty (AFS) grades and year groups
12.8.
19. Who is the commander’s key staff member responsible for overall management of the training program?
A. The Deputy Commander for Training
B. The First Sergeant
*C. The Unit Training Manager (UTM)
D. The Commander's Support Staff (CSS)
12.9.1.
20. The Unit Training Manager (UTM) is the commander’s key staff member responsible for overall management of the training program. The UTM conducts a Staff Assistance Visit (SAV) of the unit’s training programs every ___ months.
A. 3
B. 6
C. 12
*D. 24
12.9.1.1.
21. It is the responsibility of the Unit Training Manager to:
A. initiate AF Form 623, Individual Training Record Folder, for all trainees in UGT
B. interview newly assigned personnel within 30 days to determine training status and CDC progression
C. conduct a comprehensive trainee orientation for trainees entering UGT within 60 days of assignment
*D. all of these answers
12.9.1.2.
22. Who is responsible for managing the unit CDC program and conducting a training progress review with the supervisor and trainee at the 24th month of UGT to evaluate status?
*A. The Unit Training Manager (UTM)
B. The NCOIC
C. The Air Force Career Field Manager (AFCFM)
D. The Task Certifier
12.9.1.2.
23. Whose responsibility is it to assist workcenters in developing a Master Training Plan (MTP)?
A. the Task Certifier
*B. the Unit Training Manager
C. the Air Force Career Field Manager (AFCFM)
D. the Supervisor
12.9.1.3.
24. On the subject of Training Responsibilities, who is responsible for using the CFETP to manage work center and individual training and developing a Master Training Plan (MTP) to ensure 100% task coverage?
A. the Task Certifier
B. the AFCFM
*C. the Supervisor
D. the Unit Training Manager
12.9.2.1.
25. On the subject of Training Responsibilities, who is responsible for integrating training with day-to-day work center operations by considering trainer and equipment availability, training opportunities, and schedules?
A. the Task Certifier
B. the Air Force Career Field Manager
*C. the Supervisor
D. the Unit Training Manager
12.9.2.1.
26. It is the supervisor's responsibility to
A. conduct and document workcenter training orientation within 60 days of assignment
B. conduct and document an initial evaluation of trainee qualifications within 60 days of assignment
C. select trainers and certifiers based on skill and administer the CDC program
*D. all of these answers
12.9.2.3. and 12.9.2.4.
27. On the subject of Training Responsibilities, who is responsible for maintaining an AF Form 623 for Airmen in the grades of Airman Basic through TSgt and SNCOs in retraining status?
A. the Military Personnel Flight
B. the Air Force Career Field Manager
*C. the Supervisor
D. the Unit Training Manager
12.9.2.5.
28. If necessary, the supervisor may assign someone else to provide training. Trainers are selected based on their experience and ability to provide instruction. In addition, they require qualification on tasks being trained and
A. possession of a 9 skill level
B. membership in the base Honor Guard
*C. completion of the Air Force Training Course
D. must be at least one grade above the trainee
12.9.3.
29. Task Certifiers provide third-party certification and evaluation on training tasks completed. To qualify as a Task Certifier, Airmen must be at least a SSgt with a 5-skill level or civilian equivalent, attend the Air Force Training Course, and
A. hold a CCAF degree
*B. be capable of evaluating the task being certified
C. have at least 24 months retainability
D. have at least 12 months retainability
12.9.4.
30. The focal point of the Air Force training program is
A. the supervisor
*B. the trainee
C. the Unit Training Manager
D. the Air Force
12.9.5.
31. The trainee is the focal point of the Air Force training program. Trainees must:
A. actively participate in all opportunities for upgrade and qualification training
B. comprehend the applicable CFETP requirements and career path
C. budget on and off-duty time to complete assigned training tasks
*D. all of these answers
12.9.5.
32. Training documentation is important at all levels because
A. it validates the status of training and task qualification
B. it helps leaders assess mission capability and readiness
C. it defines requirements for individual career progression
*D. all of these answers
12.10.
33. The form used as the standard training record folder is the
A. AF Form 931
B. DoD Form 1351-2
*C. AF Form 623
D. DoD Form 1352-1
12.10.1.
34. Supervisors maintain the AF Form 623 for all assigned personnel, if required, IAW AFI 36-2201. The form should be returned to the member upon separation, retirement, commissioning, or promotion to MSgt unless
A. the member has a negative leave balance
B. the ratee waives his or her option for credit hours transfer
C. the rater is competing for the same position within the same AFSC
*D. otherwise directed by the AFCFM or the folder contains classified information
12.10.1.
35. The ________ is a comprehensive core document that identifies life-cycle education and training requirements, training support resources, core and Home Station Training (HST), and deployment/UTC task requirements for a specialty.
A. AF Form 623
B. Air Force Job Qualification Standard (AFJQS)
*C. Career Field Education and Training Program (CFETP)
D. AF Form 623A, On-the-Job Training Record Continuation Sheet
12.10.2.
36. The CFETP has two parts. Part I
A. provides information necessary for overall management of the specialty
B. is maintained as part of the work center Master Training Plan
C. will normally be filed in the trainee's AF Form 623
*D. both A and B
12.10.2.
37. The CFETP has two parts. Where should Part II be filed unless otherwise directed by the Air Force Career Field Manager?
A. in the trainee's PIF (or UIF)
B. in the Unit Training Manager's office
*C. in the AF Form 623 or equivalent form
D. in the trainee's official records at MPF
12.10.2.
38. Air Force Job Qualification Standards (AFJQS) are training documents approved by the AFCFM for
A. Airmen selected for a commissioning program
*B. a particular job type or duty position within an AFS
C. Airmen who cannot complete their CDCs or pass the EOC test
D. tasks normally performed by senior NCOs, officers, or astronauts
12.10.3.
39. The form used to document a member's training progression is the
A. AF Form 392
B. AF Form 623
*C. AF IMT 623A
D. AF Form 393
12.10.4.
40. AF IMT 623A is used to document an individual’s training progression and documents status, counseling, and breaks in training. The supervisor and/or trainer and the trainee must
*A. sign and date all entries
B. agree on the order of task completion
C. not write on or mark the form in any way
D. not see this final form until training is complete
12.10.4.
41. This form is a continuation of the CFETP, Part II, or AFJQS and defines locally assigned duty position, HST, and deployment/UTC requirements not included in the CFETP, Part II.
A. AF Form 392
B. AF Form 393
C. AF IMT 623A, On-the-Job Training Record Continuation Sheet
*D. AF IMT 797, Job Qualification Standard Continuation/Command JQS
12.10.5.
42. Evaluators use AF IMT 803, Report of Task Evaluations, to
A. conduct and document completion of task evaluations during training SAVs
B. when directed by the commander
C. when task certification requires validation
*D. all of these answers
12.10.6.
43. Evaluators use AF IMT 803, Report of Task Evaluations, to document task evaluations during training SAVs, when directed by the commander, or when a task certification requires validation. Completed AF IMT 803s should be filed in AF IMT 623 until
A. the trainee PCSs
B. the end of the reporting period
C. the trainee is qualified on all workcenter tasks
*D. the trainee is upgraded or it is no longer applicable to the current duty position
12.10.6.
44. The training form that supervisors use to document tasks that require recurring training or evaluation is
A. AF IMT 797
*B. AF IMT 1098
C. AF IMT 803
D. AF Form 623A
12.10.7.
45. The ___________ employs a strategy using a master task listing to ensure completion of all work center job requirements; provides milestones for task and CDC completion; and prioritizes deployment/UTC, HST tasks, upgrade, and qualification tasks.
A. Career Field Education and Training Program
B. Career Development Course Program
*C. Master Training Plan
D. AF Form 623
12.10.8.
46. The purpose of the Career Development Course (CDC) Program is
A. to introduce Airmen to conditions on the flightline
B. to identify Airmen incapable of progression and reclassification
C. to frame the Air Force in a positive light and increase recruitment
*D. to provide the information necessary to satisfy the career knowledge component of OJT
12.11.1.1.
47. CDCs are published to provide the information necessary to satisfy the career knowledge component of OJT. These courses are developed from
A. input submitted by course graduates
B. current technical school course material
C. text books discarded by the Community College of the Air Force
*D. references identified in the CFETP that correlate with items listed in the AFECD
12.11.1.1.
48. CDCs must contain
A. information on Honor Guard minimum height requirements
B. information on specific equipment or tasks unique to one duty location
*C. information on basic principles, techniques, and procedures common to an AFSC
D. all of these answers
12.11.1.1.
49. _________ electronically publishes an AFSC listing of CDC requirements, identifying all mandatory CDCs for skill-level upgrade.
*A. HQ AU/A4L
B. Air University (AU)
C. The MAJCOM CFM
D. The Unit Training Manager
12.11.1.2.
50. If a CDC becomes available after the individual enters Upgrade Training (UGT), the individual
*A. does not have to take the CDC, unless specified by the AFCFM
B. must sign for and begin the CDCs within 10 days of receipt
C. will begin immediately and complete all volumes within 30 days
D. transfers his efforts to the CDCs and is relieved of all other training requirements
12.11.2.2.
51. The Unit Training Manager ensures trainees are enrolled in required CDC material within ___ days of inprocessing (60 days for overseas units).
*A. 45
B. 30
C. 10
D. 7
12.11.2.3.
52. Within ___ duty days of receipt, the UTM issues CDC material to the supervisor and trainee, briefs them on proper use of the CDC, and makes the entry in the trainee’s AF IMT 623A or equivalent automated training record.
A. 45
B. 30
*C. 10
D. 60
12.11.2.4.
53. Who determines the CDC volume sequence of study and sets the overall course completion schedule?
A. the trainee
*B. the supervisor
C. the Unit Training Manager
D. the trainee and the supervisor
12.11.2.5.
54. Each CDC volume must be completed within 30 days. Exception:
A. the UTM may grant an extension due to mission requirements
B. ARC and IMAs have 60 days
C. trainees with off-duty employment or second jobs are exempt
*D. both A and B
12.11.2.5.
55. Each CDC volume must be completed within 30 days. The supervisor determines the reason for slow progress, counsels the trainee, and documents the counseling on
A. AF Form 174
B. AF Form 623
*C. AF IMT 623A
D. AF IMT 803
12.11.2.5.
56. The trainee answers the CDC unit review exercise (URE) questions. The URE is
*A. an open book teaching device
B. the end-of-course final test
C. a formal, closed-book examination
D. an optional review aid
12.11.2.6.
57. The supervisor notifies the _____ to schedule/order the course examination.
A. task certifier
B. trainee
C. MAJCOM CFM
*D. Unit Training Manager (UTM)
12.11.2.7.
58. If the trainee receives a satisfactory CDC course examination result, the supervisor conducts and documents review training, signs the course examination scorecard and places it in the AF Form 623 or automated training records until
A. the trainee becomes a supervisor
B. the trainee is reassigned to another supervisor
*C. the trainee completes UGT or qualification training
D. the trainee is promoted at which time it is discarded
12.11.2.8.
59. If the trainee receives a second unsatisfactory CDC course examination result, the unit commander interviews the supervisor and trainee to determine reasons for failure. After reviewing the facts, the unit commander has three options:
A. (1) separation, (2) Article 15, (3) reassignment
B. (1) a CDC waiver, (2) remedial training, (3) supervised training
C. (1) separation, (2) Article 15, (3) confinement under a General Court Martial
*D. (1) a CDC waiver, (2) separation, (3) AFSC withdrawal and retraining or return to a previously awarded AFSC
12.11.2.10.