Air Force and Space Force General Education Mobile (GEM)

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In partnership with the Community College of the Air Force and Space Force, The University of Toledo offers a select group of general education courses approved to meet the requirements for the Associate Degree awarded by the Community College of the Air Force and Space Force.

GEM Courses Offered by The University of Toledo

For more information on the following courses, course descriptions are available.

Oral Communication
The Air Force and Space Force General Education requires three (3) credit hours in Oral Communication. The following course meets this requirement:
- COMM 1010 Communication Principles and Practices (3 credit hours, 15 week term)
Written Communication
The Air Force and Space Force General Education requires three (3) credit hours in Written Communication. The following courses meet this requirement:
- ENGL 1110 College Composition I (3 credit hours, 15 week term)
- ENGL 1130 College Composition II: Academic Disciplines And Discourse (3 credit hours, 15 week term)

Mathematics
The Air Force and Space Force General Education requires three (3) credit hours in Mathematics. The following courses meet this requirement:
- MATH 1320 College Algebra (3 credit hours, 15 week term)
- MATH 1330 Trigonometry (3 credit hours, 15 week term)
- MATH 1850 Single Variable Calculus I (4 credit hours, 15 week term)
- MATH 1860 Single Variable Calculus II (4 credit hours, 15 week term)
- MATH 1890 Elementary Linear Algebra (4 credit hours, 15 week term)
- MATH 2600 Introduction to Statistics (3 credit hours, 15 week term)
Social Science
The Air Force and Space Force General Education requires three (3) credit hours in Social Sciences. The following courses meet this requirement:
- ANTH 1020 Introduction to Anthropology (3 credit hours, 15 week term)
- ANTH 2800 Cultural Anthropology (3 credit hours, 15 week term)
- ANTH 2900 African American Culture (3 credit hours, 15 week term)
- ECON 1010 Introduction to Economic Issues (3 credit hours, 15 week term)
- GEPL 1010 Human Geography (3 credit hours, 15 week term)
- HIST 1120 Middle East Civilizations ( 3 credit hours, 15 week term)
- PSC 1200 American National Government (3 credit hours, 15 week term)
- SOC 1010 Introduction to Sociology (3 credit hours, 15 week term)
- SOC 1020 Social Problems (3 credit hours, 15 week term)
- SOC 2640 Race, Class and Gender (3 credit hours, 15 week term)

Humanities
The Air Force and Space Force General Education requires three (3) credit hours in the Humanities. The following courses meet this requirement:
- ARTH 1500 Art in History (3 credit hours, 15 week term)
- ENGL 2710 Reading Fiction (3 credit hours, 15 week term)
- FILM 1310 Introduction to Film (3 credit hours, 15 week term)
- LAT 1110 Elementary Latin I (4 credit hours, 15 week term)
- LAT 1120 Elementary Latin II (4 credit hours, 15 week term)
- MUS 2220 History of Jazz (3 credit hours, 15 week term)
- MUS 2250 Musical Diversity in the United States (3 credit hours, 15 week term)
- PHIL 1010 Introduction to Logic (3 credit hours, 15 week term)
- REL 1220 World Religions (3 credit hours, 15 week term)
- THR 1100 Introduction to Theatre (3 credit hours, 15 week term)

Tuition and fees

GEM participants are offered the guaranteed military tuition rate currently established at $250.00 per credit hour. This is the maximum benefit provided under the Department of Defense’s Military Tuition Assistance Program (TA). GEM participants will be responsible for any course fees charged beyond tuition.

If there are any questions about tuition and fees, you are encouraged to contact the Military Service Center as the starting point for answering your questions and getting assistance.

Information on tuition and fees at The University of Toledo is available here.

placement testing

Newly admitted students choosing to enroll in mathematics courses will use ALEKS, an online placement test, for mathematics placement. Instructions are available on the UToledo ALEKS page. ALEKS login information is available here. The Placement Brochure provides information on the test scores required for enrollment into the UToledo Math courses.

Want more information about courses and programs offered?

Check out UToledo Online for all the courses and programs offered 100% online each term. Look for the yellow banner near the top of the website, then click on the link, Online Programs. This resource also provides information on course offerings by term and registration processes.

You may also want to check out the catalog for the university, along with the complete schedule of classes that is available through the Registrar’s Office. This website also provides important information on registration dates and textbooks.

Ready to Apply?

Apply online. You will be contacted by the Military Service Center to assist you.

Services and Support make the Difference!

Help Desk Services
The goal of the help desk is to support you in your academic success. You can reach us by phone at 419.530.8835 or 866.886.5336 or by e-mail at utlv@utoledo.edu or through live chat at live chat window. The Help Desk staff can provide assistance with course access through Blackboard, troubleshooting technical problems or putting you in contact with a University service point person. We always respond as soon as possible, or the next business day when you call after hours.

Help Desk Service Hours:

Monday-Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (EST)
Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (EST)
Saturday: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (EST)
Sunday: 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. (EST)

Academic Support
eLibrary Services Portal
The eLibrary is a customized gateway to UToledo Libraries for online students. It was designed to help you locate the best online library resources without leaving Blackboard. Click the link above to learn how to access this resource within Blackboard.

eTutoring Services
The Ohio eTutoring Collaborative, in partnership with The University of Toledo, now provides online tutoring support for all UToledo students. eTutoring Services are offered in a wide array of subjects, including Writing, Math, Calculus, Statistics, Accounting, Biology, Chemistry, and Anatomy and Physiology.

Interested in More Information?

The Military Service Center is the first point of contact. The Military Service Center can be reached at 419.530.1392 or by email at msc@utoledo.edu. The Military Service Center is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (EST)

GEM Contact at The University of Toledo

Eric Buetikofer
Director, Military Service Center
2801 W. Bancroft St. Mail Stop 343
Rocket Hall, Room 1350
Phone: 419.530.VETS
Phone: 419.530.1392
Fax: 419.530.1625
msc@utoledo.edu

Center Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (EST)