All cadets progress through an academic training syllabus divided into four stages,
or classifications:
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First Class - This syllabus covers the basic information about the ATC and the RAF,
plus a variety of other interesting subjects that will give new cadets the foundations they
need to go on to a successful career in the squadron. |
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Leading Cadet - For cadets to achieve their Leading Cadet classification there are
three mandatory subjects to study; Airmanship Knowledge, Basic Navigation with Map & Compass
and Principles of Flight. At the end of the training period cadets take an on-line exam,
in a multiple choice answer format. |
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Senior Cadet - Just like Leading cadet, there is an exam to pass. Cadets can choose from
a number of subjects including: Advanced Radio & Radar, Aircraft Handling, Aircraft Electrical Systems,
Air & Pilot Navigation, Jet/Piston or Rocketry Engine Propulsion, Military Aircraft Systems and
Satellite & Data Communications. |
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Master Air Cadet - As with the other exams, the Master Air Cadet exam is an on-line exam
in a multiple choice answer format of three subjects. Once cadets have complete their Master Air
Cadet syllabus, they are eligible to be awarded a BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Aviation Studies. |
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Instructor Cadet - To complete this course cadets have completed a Method of
Instruction Course and been assessed on delivering instruction in a training environment.
Once passed, the coveted Staff Cadet Lanyard is awarded. |
