What are some of the differences between GMC and POC?
As mentioned before, the GMC typically consists of freshmen and sophomores as well as juniors who have not yet attended Field Training. Freshmen are classified as AS100s while sophomores are traditionally AS200s. An AS100’s responsibilities include learning the basics of the Air Force, how to wear the various Air Force uniforms, marching, and the customs and courtesies of the military. The AS200 year typically includes refining what was learned during the AS100 year as well as preparing for Field Training. After attending Field Training, cadets move from the GMC to the POC. While they are POC, cadets are responsible for the planning and execution of lead labs as well as the general operation of the Valpo flight and the collective wing at Notre Dame. POC cadets also take a three hour class once per week that is held at Notre Dame rather than the one hour class for GMC. Classes are prior to LLABs on Tuesdays.
