No 6 Wing
AUSTRALIAN AIR FORCE CADETS
Tel 08 8393 2150, RAAF Base, EDINBURGH SA 5111, AUSTRALIA
JOINING INSTRUCTIONS & MOVEMENT ORDERS
CADET SENIOR NCO PROMOTION COURSE
TO BE HELD AT RAAF BASE EDINBURGH 7-22 JAN 05
GENERAL
Welcome and congratulations on being accepted to attend the Cadet SNCO Promotion Course. These Joining Instructions and Movement Orders are issued to help you prepare for this exacting course.
While every effort has been made to cover the important pre-course requirements, it is possible that you may have questions on areas not covered in these instructions.
My contact details are shown at Annex C. Do not hesitate to contact me if the need arises. You should contact your CO in the first instance for all inquiries.
COURSE AIMS
CADET SENIOR NCO PROMOTION COURSE
1.The aim of the Cadet SNCO Promotion Course is to qualify selected Cadet JNCO’s in suitable supervisory skills in order to perform the role of an AAFC Cadet SNCO..
COURSE DURATION
3.The Course will be conducted at RAAF Base Edinburgh during the period 7- 22 January 2005.
ACCOMMODATION
4.All male cadets on CSNCO Promotion Course Candidates will be accommodated at RAAF Base Edinburgh in building 95 adjacent to the Base Gym. Female cadets will be accommodated in Building 440.
MEALS
5.All cadets will be rationed for in the Airmen’s Mess.
DETACHMENT AND COURSE STAFF
6.Detachment Headquarters and Course Staff appointments are as follows:
Detachment Headquarters
Detachment CommanderFLTLT(AAFC) D.Russell
Deputy DCDRFLTLT(AAFC)M.Salter
Senior Admin/Training OfficerWOFF(AAFC) A. Semmler
Admin 1WOFF(AAFC) S. Hamer
Admin 2WOFF(AAFC) C.Botting
Admin 3ACW(AAFC)R.Bell
Admin 4LAC(AAFC)B.Alexander
Admin 5PLTOFF(AAFC).McAllister
DET NCO/Canteens MGRFSGT(AAFC)M.Pudney
DET DISCIP NCOWOFF(AAFC)C.Biddle
Water Safety/CPL(AAFC)R.Del Medico
Training Assistant 1CUOJ.Francis-Staite
IT AssessorSQNLDR (Ret.)LBS.Rotaman
VET TRGOPLTOFF(AAFC)M.Salter
First Aid OfficerLAC (AAFC)C.Humfrey
OrderliesMrB.Birbeck
FLGOFF(AAFC)H.Bridge
SQNLDR(AAFC)L.Ng
ACW(AAFC).Baker
PLTOFF(AAFC).Dixon
CPL.Jacobs
PTET.Pudney
Course Staff
Course CommanderFLGOFF(AAFC)I.Tindal
Course NCOCPLBrunton
Deputy CCDRWGCDR(AAFC)A.Saunders
Course InstructorsWGCDR(AAFC)A.Saunders
CUOD.Chye
CUO.Sutton
CWOFFTarca
Subject Instructors
LeadershipWGCDR(AAFC) A. Saunders
CWOFFTarca
OrgAdminCPL.Brunton CUO . Sutton
Instructional TechniqueCPL.Brunton CUO D. Chye
CWOFFTarca
Drill & CeremonialCPLBrunton
CUOD.Chye
CUO.Sutton
CWOFFTarca
FieldcraftCPL(AAFC)J.Langtry
FLTLT(AAFC)D.Russell
P&RTCUO.Sutton
WeaponsDrillCPL(AAFC)J.Langtry
PRE-COURSE PREPARATION
CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT
7.All participants are to ensure that they have the clothing and equipment as listed at Annex A. Cadets should approach their respective Squadron Commander and request Temporary Issue of additional clothing listed below:
Trousers/Slacks Blue Grey2
Shirt/Blouse Blue White Long Sleeve2
Shirt CWD2
Trousers CWD2
Shirt DPCU2
Trousers DPCU2
Boots GP for FTX1
Patrol Order Webbing1
Pack Field Large1
8.Cadets who cannot be issued from Squadron stocks are to contact the Squadron Commander who will arrange additional issues through 6WGAAFC Logistics Section. Squadron sources should be used first wherever possible.
a.Patrol Order Webbing and Pack Field Large will not be issued to cadets by 6WG FTS. Cadets without this equipment will need to arrange issue from their within their Squadron.
9.Cadets are to ensure that their uniforms fit correctly paying particular attention to the length of trousers/slacks and that these are not tight across the hips and seat (if the pleats in the front of trousers/slacks are pulled tight then they do not fit correctly). The length of trousers/slacks is to the bottom of the shoelaces.
10.Shirt sleeves are to be to the wrist on long sleeve shirts.
11.Check uniforms for fading and stains.
12.If in any doubt, get new uniforms.
13.All footwear is to be in good repair, fit properly and very highly polished except for Field Boots which are to be clean and polished. Footwear must be well worn in.
PRE-COURSE STUDY
14.All cadets are to ensure that they acquaint themselves with the relevant syllabus of training for their particular course as shown in the MOCT.
15.Cadets are to revise Instructional Technique (JNCO), Leadership (JNCO), Searching Techniques, SMEAC, Drill & Ceremonial (all foot drill) and Fieldcraft Basic and Proficiency.
16.All cadets are to prepare 1 x 10 minute theory lesson of their choice (non-AAFC subject) and 1 x 10 minute practical lesson of their choice (AAFC related subject). These lessons will be assessed during the course.
17.Cadets are to ensure that they know the Drill Patter, which can be found in the front section of the Manual of Drill , by rote.
COURSE PROGRAM
18.A copy of the Course Program will be issued on the first day of the course. The subjects covered in the syllabus will include Theory and Practical Lessons as well as Role Plays, Discussion Groups and Case Studies. Cadets will be required to undertake some of this work after hours but generally speaking your time after Stand-down is yours.
COUNSELING
19.Cadets will receive “Counseling on the run” throughout the course. This may take the form of a quiet word, a pat on the back or encouragement, or, if needed, “severe chastisement” where appropriate. Formal counseling will take place at the end of each week where students will be advised as to their progress. You will not receive “death by counseling” as has occurred on past courses.
COURSE ASSESSMENT
20.All participants are advised that they will be assessed (PA’s) from the moment they arrive at Edinburgh. This assessment will be done by Course staff and annotated daily in course records. All subjects will entail either Theory Examinations and/or Practical Assessments.
21.To pass the course and be recommended for promotion to Cadet SNCO you will need to meet the Graduation Requirements as stated in the MOCT.
22.All cadets in the promotion course are required to fulfill an active participation rate of no less than 90% in each course subject. Cadets at any stage of the course who are unable to fulfil this subject attendance requirement of 90% will be withdrawn from the Course and will be given the option to (1) terminate the course and go home or (2) terminate the course and join a Training Flight and may be required to assist in the operations and administration of the promotion course. The Cadet will be graded as “W- withdrawal.”
COURSE STANDARDS
23.The Course standards are high. Cadet SNCO’s are required to attain the highest standard in All aspects of AAFC duties and we will not accept anything less.
26.As Senior Cadets you are required to set the example to your subordinates and be a role model for all cadets.
TEAM WORK
24.All students will be required to work as a team for the duration of the course. The staff will endeavor to develop teamwork from day 1 and you will be closely monitored in this area.
GRADUATION PARADE
25.The Graduation Parade will be held on the Main Parade Ground, RAAF Base Edinburgh on 22 January 2005 commencing at 0930 hours. All members of the cadet SNCO Promotion Course will make up the Escort Squadron and Banner Party.
26.All Promotion Courses will parade with arms.
27.By order of OC 6WGAAFC, the Dux of each course will be promoted on the Graduation Parade.
28.Gold, silver and bronze medals will be awarded to Dux, second and third on each course. In addition, the Dux of CWOFF Course will be presented with a Pace Stick.
29.Cadets inviting guests to the Graduation Parade are to complete the attached forms and bring them to course. They will be collected on day 1.
KIT REQUIREMENTS
30.Kit requirements are shown at Annex A.
COURSE NOMINAL ROLL
31.The Course Nominal Roll is shown at Annex B.
TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS FOR CANDIDATES
32.The following arrangements have been made for all candidates:
Metropolitan Cadets-Inwards
a.
UnitAssembly PointDateAssembly TimeDeparture Time
605SQN
609SQN
610SQN
619SQNWarradale Barracks07 Jan 0507450800
Main Gate Oaklands Rd
601SQN
602SQN
606SQN
617SQN
Keswick Barracks07 Jan 0 408000830
Main Gate
b.Cadets will be conveyed by bus from pick up points to EDN.
604SQN
608SQN
613SQN
618SQNRAAF EDN07Jan 0509150930
Main Gate
C.Cadets will be conveyed to accommodation by bus.
Metropolitan Cadets-Outwards
UnitAssembly PointDateAssembly TimeDeparture Time
a.AllAccommodation22Jan 0516001615
b.Cadets will be returned to pick up points at Keswick Barracks ( approx 1700 hours) and Warradale Barracks (approx 1745 hours)
c.Cadets from Nos 604, 608, 613 and 618 SQN’s will be conveyed to the Main Gate RAAF EDN at 1515 hours.
Country Cadets-Inwards
34.Travel details for country cadets will be sent to squadrons once finalised.
35.Return journey will be advised.
36.Cadets unable to attend the course are to advise TOPSNCO NLT 11 Dec 04 of their inability to attend the course. Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action and repayment of all costs to 6WGAAFC by the cadet concerned.
GENERAL
37.We appreciate the fact that you have given up a large slice of you Christmas school holidays to participate in this course. You are obviously self motivated, dedicated to the AAFC and have a desire to get to the top. I remind you that this course is a demanding one, however, the staff will endeavor to make this course as enjoyable as possible. I would like us all to go away on 22 Jan 05 with many fond memories, a sense of satisfaction in achieving our goals and finally, have had a lot of fun.
I look forward to meeting you all in January. Good luck and “ENJOY”!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
D. Russell
FLTLT(AAFC)
DETACHMENT COMMANDER JAN 2005
November 2004
Annexes:
AKit Requirements
B.Course Nominal Roll Cadet SNCO Promotion Courses
C.Contact Details for DETCDR
ANNEX A TO
JOINING INSTRUCTIONS/MOVEMENT ORDERS
CADET SNCO PROMOTION COURSE 2005
KIT REQUIREMENTS
The following list of kit requirements are considered the minimum for this course:
Trousers/Slacks Blue Grey3
Shirt/Blouse Blue White Long Sleeve3
Shirt CWD3
Trousers CWD3
Shirt DPCU3
Trousers DPCU3
Pullover DPCU/Howard Green1
Raincoat Japara1
Vest DPCU1
Jacket NATO Type Green/DPCU1
Boots GP for FTX1
Parade Boots1
Parade Shoes1
Socks Blue Grey4
Socks Bush4
Underwear8 sets
Towel bath2
Towel beach1
Cap Khaki Fur Felt1
Bush Hat DPCU1
Lackies2 sets
Belt Blue1
Rank Insignia2 sets
Qualification badges
Tie Blue1
Belt Pistol Green1
Handkerchiefs6
Bathers1
Thongs1
Dressing Gown1
PT shorts2
PT Shirt2
PT Socks White2
Runners1
Baseball Cap PT1
Civilian Clothingqty neat casual
Toiletrieslots
Iron1
StarchLots
Washing Powder/LiquidLots
PegsLots
Jack RationsLots
Ghetto Blasters1 (as long as they are down to a dull roar)
Cameras
Alarm Clock1
First Aid Kit1
Pen Blue2
Pen Black2
Pencil HB2
Note Books large6
Pad Ruled Foolscap3
Folder1
Marker Pens for OHT’s 1 set Medium
Medication
Clean Newspaper to line drawers and shelveslots
Pocket Moneylots (Course Photo about $15, Course Dinner about $20)
Field Kit
Patrol Order Webbing1 set >Belt Pistol x 1
H Harness x 1`
Water Bottles x 2 mandatory
Cover Water Bottle x 2
Cup Canteen x 2
Belt Comforter 1
Ammo Pouch x 2
First Aid Pouch 1
Camel Bak Pak 1 optional
Pack Small 1
Day Pack 1
Kit Cam Cream x 1
Pack Field Large1
Sleeping Bag1
Shelter Individual1
Net Mosquito Field1
Mattress Pneumatic/Sleeping Mat1
Housewife1
Field Note Book1
Torch Field1
Hootchie Cord5 M
tent Pegs Small6
Knife Clasp1
Pan Set Mess1
KFS1
Cup Plastic/Enamel1
Pack Pak or carry bag for daily use for books etc1
Blue Book1
TR 131
Projects
Prepared lessons
ANNEX B TO
JOINING INSTRUCTIONS/MOVEMENT ORDERS
CADET SNCO PROMTION COURSE 2005
NOMINAL ROLL
NO. 1/05 CADET SNCO PROMOTION COURSE
No. / Cadet No. / Sqn. / Rank / Initial & Name1 / CM61408 / 601 / A/CSGT / A.B. Hards
2 / CF61403 / 601 / A/CSGT / R. Bauer
3 / CM61659 / 602 / CCPL / M. Spehr
4 / CM61735 / 604 / A/CSGT / S.W. Fisher
5 / CM61762 / 604 / CCPL / K.M. Wright
6 / CM60779 / 605 / A/CSGT / N. Leech
7 / CM61564 / 605 / A/CSGT / B.A. Baulch-Freeman
8 / CM61537 / 608 / CCPL / A.C. Shepherd
9 / CM61683 / 608 / CCPL / C.D. Austin
10 / CM61366 / 609/610 / CCPL / A.J. Shearer
11 / CF61598 / 609/610 / CCPL / I. Haccou
12 / 609/610 / CCPL / Chrisford
13 / CM61895 / 612 / CCPL / T. Billing
14 / CM61899 / 612 / CCPL / C Wilson
15 / CM61633 / 613 / A/CSGT / M. Bowen
16 / CM61741 / 613 / A/CSGT / T.D. Wicker
17 / CM61449 / 614 / CCPL / A.S. Stevens
18 / CF61736 / 617 / CCPL / C. Kilbane
19 / CM61681 / 618 / CCPL / D. Alison
20 / CM61496 / 619 / CCPL / J.F. Littler
21 / CM61867 / 620 / CCPL / Whileman
22 / CM61871 / 620 / CCPL / Reilly
23 / CM61932 / 620 / CCPL / Drechler-Savage
24 / CM61560 / 623 / CCPL / J.M. Bell
25 / CF80820 / 801 / CCPL / A. Slocombe
26 / CM80938 / 801 / CCPL / M. Thorbjornsen
27 / CM61681 / 802 / CCPL / A. Phillips
28 / CM80752 / 802 / CCPL / K. Heyworth
29 / CM8084 6 / 802 / CCPL / T. Williams
30 / CF80834 / 803 / CCPL / L Ferguson
31 / CM80623 / 803 / CCPL / R Jacobs
ANNEX C TO
JOINING INSTRUCTIONS
CADET SNCO PROMOTION COURSE 2005
CONTACT DETAILS-DETACHMENT COMMANDER
FLTLT D. Russell
14 TONER CRESCENT
EVANSTON PARK SA 5116
Tel:(08) 8393 2150Wednesdays Only
Fax:(08) 8393 2858TSF Office
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