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DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE CFETP 3E3X1

Headquarter US Air Force Part I and II Washington DC 20330-5000 4 January 2023

Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) 3E3X1

STRUCTURAL

MASTER

BASIC SENIOR

CAREER FIELD EDUCATION AND TRAINING PLAN

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CAREER FIELD EDUCATION AND TRAINING PLAN

STRUCTURAL SPECIALTY

AFSC 3E3X1

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PREFACE

ACRONYMS/KEY TERMS EXPLAINED

PART I

SECTION A - GENERAL INFORMATION

A1. Purpose A2. Uses A3. Coordination and Approval

SECTION B - CAREER FIELD PROGRESSION AND INFORMATION

B1. Specialty Descriptions B2. Skill and Career Progression B3. Training Decisions B4. Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) Academic Programs B5. CCAF Degree Completion Requirements B6. Civil Engineer (CE) Career Field Path B7. Enlisted Training Path B8. Enlisted Professional Military Education (EPME)

SECTION C - SKILL LEVEL TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

C1. Purpose C2. Speciality Qualification C3. Skill Level Training Requirements

SECTION D - RESOURCE CONSTRAINTS

D1. Purpose D2. Apprentice (3-Level) Training D3. Journeyman (5-Level) Training D4. Craftsman (7-Level) Training D5. Superintendent (9-Level) Training

SECTION E – TRANSITIONAL TRAINING GUIDE

PART II

SECTION A - SPECIALTY TRAINING STANDARD (STS)

A1. Implementation A2. Purpose

A3. Recommendations

SECTION B - COURSE OBJECTIVE LIST (COL)

B1. Measurement B2. Standard B3. Proficiency Level B4. Course Objective List

SECTION C - SUPPORT MATERIAL

C1. Air Force Qualification Training Packages C2. Career Development Course (CDC)/Distance Learning (DL) Assessment for CE

SECTION D – EDUCATION AND TRAINING COURSE INDEX

D1. Purpose D2. Air Force In-Residence Courses/Mobile Training Team (MTT) Courses D3. Air Force Career Development Academy (AFCDA) D4. Exportable/Web-based Courses/Information D5. Courses/CDCs Under Development/Revision

SECTION E – MAJCOM UNIQUE REQUIREMENTS

SECTION F - HOME STATION TRAINING

F1. Purpose F2. Home Station Training (HST) F3. Combat Skills Training (CST) F4. Mission Essential Equipment Training (MEET) F5. AF Expeditionary (ES) Training Requirement F6. Training References

Attachments Attachment 1 - Qualitative Requirements (Proficiency Code Key) Attachment 2 – 3E3X1 Specialty Training Standard Attachment 3 – 3E3X1 AFQTP Documentation Record

OPR: AF/A4C

Certified by: CMSgt Robert N. Cullison Supersedes: CFETP 3E3X1C2, 1 February 2018 Pages: 67

PREFACE

This Career Field Education and Training Plan (CFETP) is a comprehensive education and training document that identifies life-cycle education/training requirements and training support resources for the Structures specialty. This CFETP provides Airmen with a defined developmental path and instills rigor in all aspects of career field training.

The CFETP consists of two parts used by the supervisor to plan, manage, and control training within the career field.

Part I provides information necessary for overall management of the specialty.

• Section A provides general information on how to use the CFETP.

• Section B identifies information on career field progression, duties and responsibilities, training strategies, and the career field path.

• Section C associates each skill-level with specialty qualifications (knowledge, education, and training).

• Section D indicates resource constraints.

• Section E identifies transition/training guidance requirements for SSgt through MSgt.

Part II includes the following:

• Section A identifies the Specialty Training Standard (STS) to include duties, tasks, and technical references to support Air Education and Training Command (AETC) conducted training, contingency courses, and correspondence course requirements.

• Section B contains the course objective list and training standards supervisors will use to determine if an Airman has satisfied training requirements.

• Section C identifies available support materials.

• Section D identifies a training course index that supervisors can use to determine resources available to support training. Included here are both mandatory and supplemental courses, and exportable courseware.

• Section E identifies MAJCOM-unique training requirements supervisors can use to determine additional training required for the associated qualification needs.

• Section F identifies home station training references and courses material required for this specialty in support of contingency/wartime training.

Using guidance provided in the CFETP, supervisors must ensure individuals in this specialty receive effective and efficient training at the appropriate point in their careers. This plan will enable us to train today’s work force for tomorrow’s jobs. At the unit level, supervisors and trainers will use Part II to identify, plan, and conduct training commensurate with the overall goals of this guide.

ACRONYMS/KEY TERMS EXPLAINED

Advanced Training (AT). Formal course that provides individuals who are qualified in one or more positions of their AF Specialty with additional skills and knowledge to enhance their expertise. Training is for selected career Airmen in advanced levels of the AF Specialty.

Graduates do not receive a new AFSC upon completion.

Air Force Career Field Manager (AFCFM). An individual on the Air Staff charged with the responsibility for overseeing all training and career field management for an Air Force specialty or group of specialties.

Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC). Formally, Air Force Civil Engineer Support Agency (AFCESA), the focal point for all Civil Engineer training development. All individual AFSC Force Development Managers and the Chief of Force Development are located at AFCEC Detachment 1, Tyndall AFB, FL.

Air Force Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (AF COOL) Program. AF COOL is a pathway for enlisted Airmen to earn industry recognized professional certifications, licenses to enhance their active-duty work, and to prepare them as they transition to the civilian job market.

Access the AF COOL Program through the Air Force Virtual Education Center (AFVEC) website.

The website provides a research tool designed to increase an Airman's awareness of national professional credentialing and CCAF education opportunities available for all Air Force occupational specialties.

Air Force Enlisted Classification Directory (AFECD). The Official directory for all military enlisted classification descriptions, codes, and identifiers. The specialty descriptions and codes used to identify each Air Force job (valid requirements) describes the minimum mandatory qualifications of personnel to fill these jobs. The updated AFECD is available at the Air Force Personnel Center’s website, myPers, located under the military classification menu.

Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT). Provides vital, relevant, and connected education that enables Airmen to be ready engineers and great leaders who know how to build sustainable installations to last while leading the change for the Civil Engineer career field. Access the AFIT course at AFIT Civil Engineer School Course Catalog.

Air Force Job Qualification Standard (AFJQS). A comprehensive task list that describes a particular job type or duty position. Used by supervisors to document task qualifications. The tasks on the AFJQS are common to all persons serving in the described duty position.

Air Force Qualification Training Package (AFQTP). A required instructional package designed for use at the unit to qualify, or aid qualification, in a duty position or program, or on a piece of equipment. AFQTPs identify the Air Force’s standardized method for performing the task. The AFQTP may be printed (paper-based), computer-based, in other audiovisual media formats, or all three. Each Airman must use AFQTPs to satisfy a particular training requirement.

AFQTPs for the 3E3X1 AFSC are located on myLearning and in CE DASH within the Structures Field Collaboration Workspace.

https://afvec.us.af.mil/afvec/af-cool/welcome https://mypers.af.mil/app/answers/detail/a_id/7504/p/10/c/1363 https://www.afit.edu/CE/ http://learn.josce.mil/ https://usaf.dps.mil/teams/10758/SFC/ https://usaf.dps.mil/teams/10758/SFC/

Air Force Virtual Education Center (AFVEC). The Air Force's premier website for information about educational benefits offering a wide array of on-line services to empower you to actively participate in all aspects of your education to include the creation and management of funding requests (i.e., Tuition Assistance), credentialing opportunities, and the Skill Bridge civilian transition program.

Civil Engineer Dashboard (CE DASH). The Air Force Civil Engineering technical information and support portal.

Career Field Education and Training Plan (CFETP). A comprehensive, multipurpose document encapsulating the entire spectrum of education and training for a career field. It outlines a logical growth plan that includes training resources designed to make career field training identifiable, to eliminate duplication, and to ensure this training is budget defensible.

Chief, Force Development. Located at AFCEC, Detachment 1, this individual oversees all force development education and training associated within the 3E0 to 3E6 AFSCs.

Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS). Commercially procured training products.

Computer-Based Training (CBT). A self-paced, stand-alone computer product used to deliver interactive subject and task knowledge.

Core Tasks (5^ or 7^). Tasks the AFCFM identifies as minimum qualification requirements for everyone within an AFSC, regardless of duty position.

Critical Tasks. Tasks identified by the work center supervisor as having a detrimental effect on mission accomplishment if not performed correctly. Critical tasks may or may not be the same as core tasks but are mandatory if identified as ‘critical’ to the individual’s position by the supervisor or work center.

Diamond Tasks (♦). Diamond tasks are extremely important to the career field. Diamond tasks are the same as core tasks with one exception--equipment shortfalls at most locations have created problems with the actual hands-on training/certification of these tasks. In instances where required equipment is not available for instruction, completion of the task’s AFQTP is all that is required for upgrade and qualification training. Airmen must accomplish hands-on certification at the first opportunity when equipment is available.

Distance Learning (DL). Includes Video Tele-seminar (VTS), Video Tele-training (VTT), and CBT. Formal courses that a training wing or a contractor develops for export to a field location (in place of resident training) for trainees to complete without the on-site support of the formal school instructor. For instance, AFIT offer DL courses.

Duty Position Tasks. The tasks assigned to an individual for the position currently held. These include as a minimum all core tasks, critical tasks and any other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

https://afvec.us.af.mil/afvec/public/welcome https://usaf.dps.mil/teams/CEDASH/Scripts/Homepage/Home.aspx

Education and Training Course Announcement (ETCA). Contains specific MAJCOM procedures, fund cite instructions, reporting instructions, and listings for those formal courses conducted or managed by the MAJCOMs or field operating agencies (FOAs).

Enlisted Professional Military Education (EPME). Introduces Airmen to appropriate institutional competencies at specific milestones throughout their career and includes two phases, Basic and Resident. Basic EPME requirements are via distance learning courses to establish a foundation for continued development. Resident attendance is not duplicative of the basic EPME requirements but builds upon the competencies obtained to achieve higher proficiency levels.

Enlisted Promotions References and Requirements Catalog (EPRRC). The EPRRC lists all enlisted promotion tests authorized for administration and the study references associated with these tests. Every question on a promotion test comes from one of the publications listed in the catalog. The site only lists publications used to support questions on a given promotion test. The catalog also contains administrative and special instructions for test control officers. The EPRRC is available at Airman Promotion Tools Testing.

Expeditionary Combat Support-Training Certification Center (ECS-TCC). Total Force training center managed by the Air Force Reserve Command.

Force Development Manager (FDM). Located at AFCEC, Detachment 1, these individuals are responsible for overseeing all training/development and career field management for a specific Air Force Civil Engineer specialty.

Initial Skills Training. The Air Force Specialty (AFS) - specific training an individual receives upon entry into the Air Force or upon retraining into this specialty for award of the 3-skill level.

For our career field, the 366 TRS, Detachment 6 (AETC) at the Naval Construction Training Center (NCTC), Gulfport, MS provides the training.

Just-in-Time (JIT) Training. Training required just prior to a selected deployment or tasking that delivers training necessary for mission accomplishment. Training focuses on hard-to-obtain contingency skills.

Learning Management System (LMS). A software application that provides the framework to handle all aspects of the learning process. An LMS houses, delivers, and tracks training content.

Major Command (MAJCOM) Functional Manager (MFM). Senior enlisted leaders, selected by the appropriate functional authority to provide day-to-day management and responsibility over specific functional communities at the MAJCOM, FOA, DRU, or ARC level. While they should maintain an institutional focus in regard to resource deployment and distribution, MFMs are responsible for ensuring their specialties are equipped, developed, and sustained to meet future needs of the total Air Force mission.

myLearning. The Air Force’s secure LMS for enterprise-wide computer-based education and training. Accessible on a government or civilian network via computer or tablet, it is an anytime, anywhere system designed to centralize LMS platforms across the Department of the Air Force.

https://cs2.eis.af.mil/sites/app10-ETCA/SitePages/Home.aspx https://www.omsq.af.mil/ http://learn.josce.mil/

Occupational Analysis Report (OAR). A detailed report showing the results of an occupational survey of tasks performed within a particular AFS. Use the information collected from this survey to make changes to upgrade training and Weighted Airman Promotion System Exams.

On-the-Job Training (OJT). Hands-on, “over-the-shoulder” training or evaluation conducted to certify personnel in both upgrade (skill level award) and job qualification (position certification training).

Proficiency Training. Additional training, either in-residence or exportable advanced training courses, or on-the-job training, provided to personnel to increase their skills and knowledge beyond the minimum required for upgrade.

Qualification Training (QT). Hands-on task performance training designed to qualify an Airman in a specific duty position. This training program occurs both during and after the upgrade training process. Qualification training provides the performance skills and knowledge training required to do the job.

Regional Training Site (RTS). Total Force training centers managed by the Air National Guard.

Resource Constraints. Resource deficiencies, such as money, facilities, time, manpower, or equipment that precludes desired delivery of training.

Specialty Training Requirements Team (STRT). A forum chaired by the AFCFM along with a team of Subject Matter Experts from each MAJCOM meet to determine 3E3X1 education and training requirements (formal and OJT)

Specialty Training Standard (STS). An DAF publication that describes an AFS in terms of tasks and knowledge Airmen in that specialty must perform or know. It also identifies the training required and provided to achieve a 3-, 5-, or 7-skill level within an enlisted AFS. It further serves as a contract between AETC and the functional user to show which of the overall training requirements for an AFSC, taught in formal schools and correspondence courses.

Subject Matter Expert (SME). An individual with expertise in a particular subject matter, tasked to represent the subject matter to an individual or group for technical accuracy.

Supplemental Training. A formal course providing Airmen who are qualified in one or more positions of their specialty with additional skills/knowledge to enhance their expertise in the career field. Training is for selected career Airmen in advanced levels of the AFS.

Total Force (TF). Organizations, units, and individuals that comprise the Air Force’s resources for meeting its mission. This includes civilian personnel, Regular Air Force, Air National Guard, and Air Force Reserve Command military personnel.

Upgrade Training (UGT). Mandatory training courses, task qualification requirements, and correspondence course completion requirements that lead to attainment of higher level of proficiency and are required for award of the 5-, 7-, and 9-skill levels.

Utilization and Training Workshop (U&TW). An executive decision meeting to vote on funding for instructor authorizations, equipment and facilities needed to support any new or revised training coming from the STRT. During the U&TW, the team will determine which organizations will furnish resources. The team will also establish commitments and delivery dates in writing and document equipment availability dates or shortfalls.

PART 1

SECTION A - GENERAL INFORMATION

A1. Purpose: This CFETP provides the necessary information for AFCFMs, MFMs, commanders, unit training managers, supervisors, trainers, and certifiers to plan, develop, manage, and conduct an effective career field training program. This plan outlines the training personnel in an AFS require to develop and progress throughout their careers. It identifies initial skills, upgrade, qualification, advanced, and proficiency training.

A1.1. This CFETP has several purposes.

A1.1.1. Serves as a management tool to plan, manage, conduct, and evaluate a career field training program. Supervisors use it to identify training at the appropriate point in an individual’s career.

A1.1.2. Identifies task and knowledge training requirements for each skill level in this specialty and recommends education/training throughout each phase of an individual's career.

A1.1.3. Lists training courses available in this specialty and identifies sources of training and the delivery methods.

A1.1.4. Identifies major resource constraints that effects full implementation of the desired career field training process.

A2. Uses. MFMs and supervisors at all levels will use the plan to ensure comprehensive and cohesive training programs are available for each individual in the specialty.

A2.1. AETC training personnel will develop and revise formal resident, non-resident, field, and exportable training based on requirements established by the users and documented in Part II of the CFETP. They will also work with the AFCFM and AFCEC Force Development Division (AFCEC/COF) to develop acquisition strategies for obtaining resources needed to provide the identified training.

A2.2. MFMs will ensure their training programs complement the CFETP mandatory initial, upgrade, qualification, and proficiency training requirements and identify requirements satisfied by OJT, in-residence training, vendor training, or web-based training courses. MFMs also identify MAJCOM-developed training to support this AFS in the plan.

A2.3. Unit Training Managers and supervisors must ensure each Airman completes the mandatory training requirements (including MAJCOM supplemental requirements) for the upgrade training specified in this plan.

A2.4. Each individual will complete mandatory training requirements specified in this plan. Use the list of courses in Part II of this CFETP as a reference to support training.

A3. Coordination and Approval. The AFCFM is the certification authority for the CFETP.

MAJCOM representatives and AETC personnel will identify and coordinate on the career field training requirements. The AETC Training Manager for this specialty will initiate an annual review of this document by AETC and MFMs to ensure currency and accuracy. Using the list of courses in Part II, they will eliminate duplicate training.

SECTION B - CAREER FIELD PROGRESSION AND INFORMATION

B1. Specialty Description

B1.1. Specialty Summary. Manages, constructs, repairs, and modifies structural systems and wooden, masonry, metal, and concrete structures and facilities. Fabricates and repairs components of buildings, utility systems, and real property installed equipment (RPIE). Ensures compliance with environmental regulations. Related DoD Occupational Subgroup: 171000

B1.2. Duties and Responsibilities for Apprentice (3E331), Journeyman (3E351), and Craftsman (3E371).

B1.2.1. Prepares and interprets working drawings and schematics for maintaining, altering, and repairing buildings and structures. Surveys proposed work sites to determine material and labor requirements, prepares cost estimates. Reviews structural work progress and coordinates changes in schedules. Constructs and repairs footings, floors, slabs, foundations, walls, roofs, steps, doors, and windows for prefabricated and permanent structures. Constructs and modifies buildings.

Prepares, applies, and finishes mortar, concrete, plaster, and stucco. Fabricates, repairs, and installs metal parts and assemblies for utility systems, facilities, and RPIE.

B1.2.2. Erects and lays out trusses and structural steel to specified dimensions. Welds, cuts, brazes, and solders ferrous and nonferrous metals using various welding processes. Welds butt, lap, tee, and edge joints in all working positions. Inspects, maintains, repairs, and installs overhead, roll-up, hangar, and mechanical doors and gates. Installs forms and reinforcing material. Applies protective coatings such as primers, stains, and sealants.

B1.2.3. Troubleshoots, repairs, and installs commercially manufactured locking devices such as keyed and combination, cipher, cylindrical, mortised, and panic hardware/exit devices, and pad locks.

B1.2.4. Erects and works from scaffolding, ladders, and mobile platforms.

B1.2.5. Identifies and selects masonry construction materials considering strength, moisture content, grade, mix, application procedures, and curing.

B1.2.6. Manages, inspects, and evaluates work center activities. Ensures compliance with commercial and DoD publications. Submits and reviews supply and equipment requisitions.

Discusses inspection findings and recommends corrective action.

B1.3. Duties and Responsibilities for Superintendent (3E290).

B1.3.1. Supervises and plans construction and repair of airfield pavements, building and structural repairs, roads, streets, curbs, footings, floors, slabs, foundations, walls, roofs, steps, doors, and windows for prefabricated and permanent structures, surface mats, membranes, improved and unimproved land areas using appropriate structural, paving, and surfacing procedures and equipment to include both in-garrison and specialized training requirements. Interprets construction drawings and surveys using information such as sub-grade contours and grade alignment. Inspects pavements for surface, base, and sub-base damage or defects. Identifies damaged or defective areas needing joint removal and replacement, crack sealant, surface overlays, and seal coats. Investigates proposed work sites to determine resource requirements. Prepares cost estimates for in-service work requirements. Applies engineered performance standards in planning and estimating jobs. Coordinates measured and direct schedule work requirements during approval, processing, and completion stages. Recommends method of accomplishment based on existing capabilities. Develops, monitors, and maintains work order priority program.

Monitors work costs to ensure compliance with legal limits or support agreements and recapitalization process. Coordinates Work Order Review Board processes and provides meeting agenda as required.

B1.3.2. Determines type and application of equipment to use in various construction, maintenance, and repair operations. Manages construction equipment operation to complete a finish grade, level, slope, and compaction of construction materials. Supervises snow and ice removal operations to include chemical application and other ice control products. Prepares and interprets working drawings and schematics for maintaining, altering, and repairing buildings and structures.

B1.3.3. Inspects and manages operator maintenance on horizontal construction and snow removal equipment. Schedules and coordinates equipment repair and servicing with the vehicle maintenance activity and other servicing facilities.

B1.3.4. Performs planning activities and conducts facility surveys. Surveys proposed work to determine resource requirements. Obtains certifications, special tools, and equipment for assigned personnel. Ensures compliance with all safety and environmental regulations to include confined space programs.

B1.3.5. Manages and coordinates demolition projects, placement, and detonation of explosives to include quarry demolition, clearing, and base denial operations as required. Supervises construction material selection, water well drilling, rock crushing, and fixed and mobile concrete and asphalt batch plants operations.

B1.3.6. Coordinates, monitors, and executes contingency and Prime BEEF training requirements and associated deployment preparation programs and duties. Ensures personnel are in a constant ready state to meet deployment commitments.

B1.3.7. Coordinates, monitors, and executes required contract quality assurance functions.

B2. Skill and Career Progression. Adequate training and timely progression from the apprentice to the superintendent level play an important role in the Air Force's ability to accomplish its mission. It is essential that everyone involved in training must do their part to plan, manage, and conduct an effective training program. The guidance provided in this part of the CFETP will ensure each individual receives viable training at appropriate points in their career.

B2.1. Apprentice (AFSC 3E331 – AB, Amn, A1C).

B2.1.1. Upon completion of initial skills training, a trainee will work with a trainer to enhance their knowledge and skills to progress to the 5-level.

B2.1.2. Utilize CDCs, AFQTP and web-based courses for subject and task fundamentals in the career field.

B2.1.3. Once trained and task certified a trainee can perform the task unsupervised.

B2.1.4. After all upgrade training requirements are completed, supervisors and Unit Training Managers (UTMs) coordinate upgrade procedures.

B2.2. Journeyman (AFSC 3E351 – SrA, SSgt).

B2.2.1. A journeyman may be assigned job positions such as team leader, shift supervisor, and task trainer.

B2.2.2. Completion of 5-level CDCs and all 5-level core and diamond tasks are basic prerequisites for five skill level award.

B2.2.3. Complete Civil Engineer (CE) 5-Level Core Concepts Course located on myLearning prior to ordering their CDCs.

B2.2.4. Must complete the appropriate Basic EPME and Resident EPME as outlined in Department of the Air Force Instruction (DAFI) 36-2670, Total Force Development.

B2.2.5. Enter into continuation training to broaden technical experience base.

B2.2.6. Use CDCs and other reference material to prepare for Weighted Airman Performance System (WAPS) testing. Review the (EPRRC).

B2.2.7. Pursue academic education through CCAF, nationally or regionally accredited institution, or other degree-awarding institutions.

B2.2.8. Completion of AFIT WMGT 301, Intro to Asset Management course is mandatory.

B2.2.9. After all upgrade training requirements are completed, supervisors and UTMs coordinate upgrade procedures.

B2.3. Craftsman (AFSC 3E371 – SSgt, TSgt, and MSgt).

B2.3.1. A craftsman can expect to fill various supervisory and management positions such as shift leader, team chief, supervisor, or task certifier.

https://www.omsq.af.mil/index.htm

B2.3.2. Completion of CE 7-Level Common Core Concepts Course located on myLearning and all core and diamond tasks are basic prerequisites for seven skill level award.

B2.3.3. Starting with the FY24 SSgt promotion cycle, Airmen must complete the Structural Craftsman Course (JCACR3E371 00AA) for 7-skill level award. Members attending this course must have completed all OJT requirements for upgrade to the 7-skill level prior to attending this course.

B2.3.4. Must complete Basic EPME and Resident EPME as outlined in DAFI 36-2670, Total Force Development.

B2.3.5. Should take additional training courses to broaden technical knowledge or management of resources and personnel.

B2.3.6. Use CDCs and other reference material to prepare for WAPS testing. Review the

(EPRRC).

B2.3.7. Completion of the following AFIT courses is mandatory: WMGT 131, SMS BUILDER Level 1; WMGT 322 Intro to Project Management; and WENG 200, Scoping and Estimating.

B2.3.8. After all upgrade training requirements are completed, supervisors and UTMs coordinate upgrade procedures.

B2.3.9. Completion of Troop Construction Project Management Course (AFIT WMGT 437) is mandatory for Regular Air Force personnel and required for promotion to MSgt. This course is highly encouraged for Air Reserve Component MSgts. Note: This is not a skill level-awarding course.

B2.3.10. Structural Airmen are encouraged to continue academic education through CCAF, nationally or regionally accredited institution, or other degree-awarding institutions.

Note: Airmen eligible for promotion to SMSgt must have a conferred (awarded) associate or higher-level degree from any nationally or regionally accredited institution on or before the promotion eligibility cutoff date to be eligible for promotion to SMSgt (AFI 36-2502, Enlisted Airman Promotion and Demotion Programs).

B2.4. Superintendent (AFSC 3E290 - SMSgt).

B2.4.1. A superintendent can fill positions such as Flight Chief, Section Chief, Superintendent, and various staff positions.

B2.4.2. Completion of AFIT WMGT 570, Civil Engineer Superintendent Course is mandatory for Regular Air Force and Air Force Reserve SMSgts. This course is highly encouraged for Air National Guard SMSgts and mandatory for promotion to CMSgt.

Note: This is not a skill level awarding course.

https://www.omsq.af.mil/index.htm

B2.4.3. Must complete Basic EPME as required and Resident EPME as outlined in DAFI 36-2670, Total Force Development.

B2.4.4. Should take additional training course to increase knowledge of budget, manpower, resources, and personnel management.

B2.4.5. Recommend continued academic development through higher education.

B2.4.6. Must be a SMSgt for award of the 9-skill level.

B2.5. Senior Enlisted Leader (SEL) (3E000 - CMSgt).

B2.5.1. SELs work in multiple leadership positions and functional areas that challenge them and effectively use their general managerial and supervisory abilities.

B2.5.2. Must be selected for CMSgt and possess qualifications in a feeder specialty (3E090, 3E290, 3E490, 3E591, or 3E691).

B2.5.3. Must complete the appropriate Basic EPME and Resident EPME as outlined in DAFI 36- 2670, Total Force Development.

B3. Training Decisions. The CFETP uses a building block approach (simple to complex) to encompass the entire spectrum of training requirements for the Structural career field. The spectrum includes a strategy for when, where, and how to meet the training requirements. The strategy must be apparent and affordable to reduce duplication of training and eliminate a disjointed approach to training. A career field STRT held at Naval Construction Battalion Center (NCBC) Gulfport, MS from 14 through 18 January 2019 made the following decisions.

B3.1. Initials Skills Training. The STRT members reviewed and updated the initial skills course content. See the STS for the additions, deletions, and modifications made to the course. They identified and validated the Wartime training tasks.

B3.2. Five Level Upgrade Training Requirements. The STRT members reviewed, validated, and updated existing CDCs to ensure only current material remained and include new technology information.

B3.3. Seven Level Upgrade Training Requirements. The STRT members reviewed, validated, and updated STS line items for the new 7-level course.

B3.4. Proficiency Training. Assign additional knowledge and skill requirements not taught through initial skills or upgrade training as continuation-training. Purpose of continuation training is to provide training exceeding minimum upgrade training requirements with emphasis on present and future duty positions. MAJCOMs must develop a continuation-training program that ensures personnel in the Structural career field receive the necessary training at the appropriate point in their careers. The training program will identify both mandatory and optional training requirements.

B3.5. Supplemental Training. SMEs and the STRT members reviewed supplemental training courses for technical accuracy and identified outdated training. They revalidated the remaining courses that support AFS career progression.

B4. Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) Academic Programs. Enrollment in CCAF occurs upon completion of basic military training. CCAF is one of several federally chartered degree-granting institutions; however, it is the only 2-year institution exclusively serving military enlisted personnel. CCAF receives accreditation through Air University by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degrees designed for specific Air Force occupational specialties and is the largest multi-campus community college in the world. CCAF provides the opportunity to obtain an AAS degree. For the award of the AAS degree, complete requirements before the Airman separates/retires from the Air Force or commissioned as an officer. See the CCAF website for details regarding the AAS degree programs. In addition to its Associates degree program, CCAF offers the following programs:

B4.1. CCAF Instructor Certification (CIC). Awarded to qualified instructors teaching at CCAF affiliated schools. The purpose of the CIC is to recognize the outstanding instructor training provided to prepare instructors to teach CCAF collegiate courses and acknowledge the instructors’ exceptional teaching qualifications and experience. Once awarded, place the certification into the instructor’s CCAF academic record in their official transcript. AF Instructors who receive the CIC can have this updated on their official military record. For more information, refer to the CCAF Campus Affiliations Policies, Procedures and Guidelines (PPG) or contact CCAF/DEAL at ccaf.deal@us.af.mil.

B4.2. Instructional Systems Development (ISD) Certification. The ISD Certification is for qualified individuals who develop or manage CCAF collegiate-level courses or curriculum at a CCAF affiliated school. The purpose of the CCAF ISD certification is to recognize the extensive training, education, qualifications, and experience required to develop and manage CCAF curriculum. Qualified course or curriculum writers and managers who meet program requirements are eligible for this certification. For more information, refer to the CCAF Campus Affiliations Policies, Procedures and Guidelines (PPG) or contact CCAF/DEAL at ccaf.deal@us.af.mil.

B4.3. Air Force Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (AF COOL) Program. AF COOL is a pathway for enlisted Airmen to earn industry recognized professional certifications, licenses to enhance their active-duty work, and to prepare them as they transition to the civilian job market.

The AF COOL Program website provides a research tool designed to increase an Airman's awareness of national professional credentialing and CCAF education opportunities available for all Air Force occupational specialties. The AF COOL Program also provides information on specific occupational specialties, civilian occupational equivalencies, CCAF degree programs, and AFSC-related national professional credentials available to enlisted members through credentialing agencies and professional organizations. The AF COOL Program contains a variety of information about credentialing and licensing and can be used to:

https://www.airuniversity.af.edu/Barnes/CCAF/ https://afvec.us.af.mil/afvec/af-cool/welcome

B4.3.1. Get background information about civilian licensure and certification in general and specific information on individual credentials including eligibility requirements and resources to prepare for an exam.

B4.3.2. Identify licenses and certifications relevant to an AFSC.

B4.3.3. Learn how to fill gaps between Air Force training and experience and civilian credentialing requirements.

B4.3.4. Get information on Tuition Assistance and GI Bill eligible funding opportunities to pay for credentialing examinations and associated fees.

B4.3.5. Learn about resources available to you that can help gain civilian job credentials.

B4.3.5.1. Credentialing requirements information on AF COOL includes information specific to enlisted AFSCs. Individuals seeking credentialing information for civilian occupations can reference the U.S. Department of Labor Website, CareerOneStop.

B.4.4. Air University Associate to Baccalaureate Cooperative (AU-ABC). AU-ABC establishes partnerships between Air University and civilian institutions to provide CCAF Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree students with on-line bachelor degree opportunities.

AU-ABC is available to currently serving members in the regular Air Force, Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard. Airmen may continue their AU-ABC program after separation or retirement. Students will work directly with the AU-ABC school to complete enrollment and degree requirements. Upon completion of CCAF AAS degree, students need no more than 60 semester hours to complete an AU-ABC degree program.

B4.4.1. AU-ABC Program Categories:

B4.4.1.1. CAT I: For CCAF Graduates. Guarantees CCAF AAS graduates need no more than 64 semester hours to complete an AU-ABC degree program.

B4.4.1.2. CAT II: For CCAF AAS Students. Students complete up to nine semester hours with partner school to complete CCAF AAS degree through dual tracking -- simultaneously fulfilling the CCAF AAS degree requirements and some of the AU-ABC degree program requirements.

B4.4.1.3. CAT III: For CCAF AAS Graduates. Must complete more than 64 semester hours of credit beyond the CCAF AAS and meet all other AU-ABC degree program requirements.

B4.4.2. CCAF students and graduates can search for degree programs from a list of military-friendly civilian institutions via the AFVEC. From there, students can view their education record and CCAF credits earned, apply for Military TA and shop for baccalaureate degree programs. For more information, refer to the AU-ABC fact page.

https://www.careeronestop.org/Credentials/default.aspx https://www.airuniversity.af.edu/Barnes/CCAF/Display/Article/1819887/air-university-associate-to-baccalaureate-cooperative-au-abc/

B5. CCAF Degree Completion Requirements (60 Semester Hours). The Construction Technology Associates Degree (4VEB) applies to the 3E3X1 AFSC. A minimum of 15 semester hours of CCAF Institutional credit must be applied to graduate and can be fulfilled through Technical Education, Leadership, Management, and Military Studies (LMMS), and/or Program Electives.

Prior to completion of a CCAF degree, the individual must hold a Journeyman skill-level (3E351) and meet the following requirements:

Course Semester Hours

Technical Education 24 Program Electives 15 Leadership, Management, and Military Studies (PME) 6 General Education (Civilian) 15

- Written Communication (3)

- Oral Communication (3)

- Mathematics (3)

- Social Science (3)

- Humanities (3)

Total 60

B5.1. Technical Education (24 semester hours). Apply a minimum of nine (9) semester hours of CCAF institutional credit awarded from specialty-related formal training towards Technical Core subject requirements. Satisfy Technical Electives by CCAF credit or from other sources in-transfer.

Technical Core Requirements Maximum Semester Hours

Advanced Planning/Design Requirements of Soil and Pavements 6 Advanced Roof Maintenance, Inspection & Repair 3 CE Organization & Work Force Management 3 Construction Equipment Operator 9 Construction Structural Apprentice 6 Construction Survey 6 Contingency Maintenance 3 Contract Construction Inspector 6 Flexible Pavements 3 Fundamentals of Contingency Operations 3 Fundamentals of Data Collection 3 Fundamentals of Surveying 6 Geographic Information Systems 6 Metallic Inert Gas (MIG) Welding 3 Metals Layout & Fabrication 9 Oxyacetylene Welding 6 Site Planning, Facility Design, Soils and Pavement Testing 9 Rigid Pavements 6 Shielded Metal Arc Welding 3 Soils/Pavement Plan & Design 3

B5.2. Technical Electives.

Technical Electives Maximum Semester Hours

Blueprint Reading 3 CCAF Upgrade Training 15 College Algebra/Trigonometry/Calculus 3 Computer Aided Drafting 3 Computer Science 6 General Physics 3 Specialty-Related Subjects In-Transfer 15 Technical Writing 3

B5.3. Leadership, Management, and Military Studies (LMMS) (6 Semester Hours):

Professional military education, civilian management courses accepted in-transfer and/or by testing credit.

B5.4. General Education (15 Semester Hours): Applicable courses must meet the General Education Requirement (GER) subject criteria and in-transfer requirements as provided in the current CCAF General Catalog.

General Education Subjects/Courses Semester Hours

Communications:

- Written Communication (English Composition) 3

- Oral Communication (Speech) 3

Mathematics 3 Social Science 3 Humanities 3

B5.6. Program Elective (15 semester hours): Courses applying to technical education, LMMS or GER; natural science courses meeting GER application criteria; foreign language credit earned at Defense Language Institute; maximum 9 semester hours of CCAF degree-applicable technical course credit otherwise not applicable to program of registration.

B5.7. Additional off-duty education is a personal choice that is encouraged for all. Individuals desiring to become an AETC Instructor should be actively pursuing an associate degree. A degreed faculty is necessary to maintain accreditation through the SACSCOC.

B6. Civil Engineer Career Field Path. The following chart depicts the 3E3X1 specialty career path:

B7. Enlisted Career Path.

ENLISTED CAREER PATH

GRADE REQUIREMENTS

Education and Training Requirements

Rank Average Sew-On

Earliest Sew-On

High Year of Tenure

(HYT)

Basic Military Training School Upgrade To Apprentice (3-Skill Level) − Complete Technical School

Amn A1C

6 months 10 months 8 years

Upgrade To Journeyman (5-Skill Level) − Complete 5-level CDCs − Complete CE 5-Level Common Core Concept CBT − Complete all 5-level core/duty-related tasks − Complete AFIT WMGT 301 course − In-residence ALS for SSgt sew-on (AD only)

SrA 3 years

28 months

BTZ

(22 Months)

10 years

Trainer − Must be qualified and certified to the perform tasks to be trained.

− Attend AF Training Course − Recommended by the supervisor Upgrade To Craftsman (7-Skill Level) − Minimum rank of SSgt − Complete CE 7-Level Common Core Concepts CBT − Complete all core/duty related tasks − Complete Craftsman (FY24 promotion cycle), AFIT

WMGT 131, WMGT 322, and WENG 200 courses − In-residence NCOA graduation for MSgt sew-on (AD only)

SSgt TSgt MSgt

5 years

9.4 years 16 years

3 years 5 years 8 years

20 years 22 years 24 years

Certifier − SSgt with 5-skill level or civilian equivalent − Attend AF Training Course − Appointed by commander − Be a person other than the trainer (for core and critical tasks only)

MSGT

Completion of Troop Construction Project Management Course (AFIT WMGT 437) is mandatory for Regular Air Force and required for promotion to MSgt. This course is highly encouraged for Air Reserve Component MSgts.

Note: this is not a skill level-awarding course.

Upgrade To Superintendent (9-Skill Level) − Minimum rank of SMSgt − CE Superintendents Course (WMGT570) (AD/AFR Only) − In-residence USAF SNCOA, or sister service equivalent, graduation is for SMSgt sew-on (AD only)

SMSgt 19.2 years 11 years 26 years

Senior Enlisted Leader − Chief Orientation Course (AFR Only) − CE Superintendents Course (WMGT 570) (ANG only) − In-residence Chief Leadership Course is required for all

CMSgt selects and CMSgts prior to 1-year time-in-grade.

CMSgt 21.5 years 14 years 30 years

B7.1. CE Occupational Badge. The Civil Engineer badge reflects a great history and tradition.

When worn, Airmen will recognize you as having achieved an expected level of competence. The multitude of engineers before you established this expectation through excellent service in both peace and war. Eligibility criteria for award and wear of AF occupational badges is in AFMAN 36-2100, Military Utilization and Classification and AFI 36-2903, Dress and Personal Appearance of Air Force Personnel.

B7.2. CE Badge Heraldry. The gear wheel and compass represent the engineering profession, in both the military and in the private sector. The gear represents the essence of engineering: applying scientific principles and technology to practical ends. To AF engineers, the gear symbolizes an element (representing the built environment) that meshes with others (weapon systems and trained personnel) to enable the AF to perform its mission. The compass is a precision tool historically used by engineers in designing and constructing facilities and equipment. The gear and compass together symbolize all the diverse specialties within Air Force civil engineer. Finally, the wings help to portray the fundamental linkage between the engineering and aviation components, and that the built environment is the foundation supporting Air Force mission and people.

B7.2.1. Basic Badge. Awarded upon successful completion of the apprentice course.

B7.2.2. Senior Badge. Adds a star to the top of the badge. Wear the senior badge after award of the 7-skill level.

B7.2.3. Master Badge. Adds a wreath around the star. Awarded to Master Sergeant or above with 5 years in the specialty from award of the 7-skill level.

B8. Enlisted Professional Military Education (EPME).

B8.1. Basic EPME (Distance Learning). Airmen complete basic EPME requirements via DL courses to establish a foundation for continued development and include the Airman Leadership School Distance Learning Program (ALS DLP), Noncommissioned Officer Distance Learning Course (NCO DLC), and Senior Noncommissioned Officer Distance Learning Course (SNCO

DLC).

B8.2. Resident EPME (In-residence). Resident EPME requirements include Airman Leadership School (ALS), Noncommissioned Officer Academy (NCOA), Senior Noncommissioned Officer Academy (SNCOA), and the Chief Master Sergeant Leadership Course (CLC). Resident attendance is not duplicative of the basic EPME requirements but builds upon the competencies obtained to achieve higher proficiency levels. Resident EPME completion is required for promotion to the grades of SSgt, MSgt, and CMSgt.

B8.2.1. Resident EPME Eligibility Chart.

EPME Course Selection Priority

ALS

1. SSgts

2. SSgt-selects

3. SrA

NCOA

1. TSgts

2. TSgt-selects

SNCOA

1. SMSgts

2. SMSgt-selects

3. Non-selects to SMSgt based on combined U.S. Air Force Supervisory

Examination and promotion board score (highest to lowest)

CLC 1. CMSgts

2. CMSgt-selects

SECTION C - SKILL LEVEL TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

C1. Purpose. This section outlines the 3E3X1 specialty qualification requirements for each skill level and establishes the mandatory requirements for entry, award, and retention of each skill level.

The STS in attachment 2 identifies the core tasks, diamond tasks, knowledge items, and skill level requirements.

C2. Specialty Qualification. Refer to Air Force Enlisted Classification Directory (AFECD) for the most current minimum requirements for entry into the Structural career field. See AFECD attachment 4 for additional entry physical requirements.

C3. Skill Level Training Requirements.

C3.1. Apprentice (3-Level) Training Requirements.

KNOWLEDGE

Completion of:

- Structural Apprentice Qualifying I (J9AQN3E331 00NB)

- Structural Apprentice Qualifying II (J9AQN3E331 01NB)

- Structural Apprentice (JCABP3E331 00AD)

EDUCATION

For entry into this specialty, completion of high school with courses in mathematics mechanical drawing, and use of metal, masonry and wood working tools is desirable.

TRAINING Completion of the Structural Apprentice courses is mandatory.

EXPERIENCE None required.

OTHER

For entry, award, and retention of AFSC 3E331:

- Normal color vision as defined in DAFMAN 48-123, Medical Examinations and Standards

- Must possess a valid state driver’s license to operate government motor vehicles (GMV) in accordance with AFI 24-301, Ground Transportation

- Freedom from fear of heights (acrophobia)

- Must maintain local network access IAW AFI 17-130, Cybersecurity Program Management, and AFMAN 17-1301, Computer Security

(COMPUSEC)

IMPLEMENTATION The Unit Training Manager at member’s gaining unit of assignment submits for award of the 3-skill level upon graduation of the apprentice course.

TRAINING SOURCES

AND RESOURCES

Reference PART II, SECTIONS: B - COURSE OBJECTIVE LIST (COL); C

- SUPPORT MATERIAL; D – EDUCATION AND TRAINING COURSE

INDEX; E – MAJCOM UNIQUE REQUIREMENTS; F - HOME STATION

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C3.2. Journeyman (5-Level) Training Requirements.

Knowledge is mandatory of: building maintenance, repair, and construction, including roofing; nomenclature of woodworking materials and methods of material storage; theory of squaring by equivalent measurements; application of shop mathematics; theory of wood treatment; type and specification requirements of masonry products: masonry batching formulas; methods of curing masonry products;…