This is an entry-level course exploring basic tactical and leadership concepts simultaneously providing students with an introduction to the U.S. Army and a familiarization with fundamentals of leadership that are applicable outside the military. Students will develop basic knowledge and skills needed for personal leadership competence sought after in military or civilian career fields. Open to all students and does not require an obligation to the U.S. Army. Participation in the Leadership Lab is optional and encouraged. 3 hr./wk; 3 cr.
3 hr./wk
This is an entry-level survey course to introduce students to the United States Army and its Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC). Topics include the organizational structure of the military, procedures followed in military activities and types of skills needed to succeed in the military. The aim of the course is to use small unit scenarios as a vehicle to study decision-making, planning and leadership. Open to all students and does not require an obligation to the U.S. Army. Participation in the Leadership Lab is optional and encouraged.
3 hr/wk.
This is an entry-level survey course to introduce students to leadership theory and skills at the small group / unit level. It uses the study of U.S. Army squad tactics to emphasize multiple leadership techniques. Additionally, it examines the traits of effective leaders with emphasis on their communication skills. Students will understand that different circumstances and group dynamics may require an adjustment of style to accomplish a task. Effective communication skill is highlighted throughout. Open to all students and does not require an obligation to the U.S. Army. Participation in the Leadership Lab is optional and encouraged.
3 hr./wk
This is an entry-level survey course to introduce students to leadership theory and skills at the small group / unit level. Course expands on small unit leadership but increases the leader’s extent of control from a 9-person squad to a 40-person platoon. It requires students to exercise effective communication skills by placing them in situational leadership positions. Different military scenarios (offense, defense, reconnaissance) are employed where students can pick from different leadership techniques to make decisions. Open to all students and does not require an obligation to the U.S. Army. Participation in the Leadership Lab is optional and encouraged.
3 hr./wk.
This is a closed course for students in their third year of the Military Science program. Students study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of Army leadership, officership, Army values and ethics, personal development, and small unit tactics at the team and squad level. Theory, skills and training to plan, and lead a team or squad in the execution of a practical exercise, a Leadership Lab, or during a Field Training Exercise (FTX) are part of the coursework. MSCI 300 and 400 courses are only open to those students who are contracted with the U.S. Army ROTC. Participation in Physical Training, Leadership Lab and field trips are required.
MSCI 20200 or assessed equivalency based on prior military service. Contracted Cadets only.
3 hr./wk
This is a closed course for students in their third year of the Military Science program. Students apply Army leadership methods to situational training exercises in order to develop their own effective leadership styles. Students will exercise Army values and ethical decision-making at the squad and platoon levels. At the conclusion of the course, students will possess the required leadership skills to plan and issue orders necessary to lead a small unit. MSCI 300 and 400 courses are only open to those students who are contracted with the U.S. Army ROTC. Participation in the Leadership Lab, Physical Training and field trips are required.
MSCI 30100 or assessed equivalency based on prior military experience. Contracted Cadets only.
3 hr./wk.
This is a closed course for students in their final year of ROTC training. The course trains college seniors in the skills needed for success as a 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Army. Topics covered include ethics, planning, briefing and running training events. Students are given instruction in the theory behind Army training methods and then apply these techniques through individual or group projects aimed at providing training for the lower level ROTC students. Students will plan, and conduct the laboratory training component attended by the first through third students as practical exercises to their classroom instruction. Participation in the Leadership Lab, Physical Training, and field trips are required.
3 hr./wk
This is a closed course for students in their final year of ROTC training. The course trains college seniors in the skills needed for success as a 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Army. Topics covered include non-commissioned officer relationships, effective military writing and speaking, joint ethics regulations, and the code of conduct. Students are given instruction in the theory behind Army training methods and then apply these techniques through individual or group projects aimed at providing training for the lower level ROTC students. Students will plan, and conduct the laboratory training component attended by the first- through third- students as practical exercises to their classroom instruction. Participation in Physical Training, Leadership Lab and field trips are required.
3 hr./wk