0101. Introduction to Military Science (1 s.h.) F.
Co-Requisite: 0101L.

This course introduces the roles and mission of the Army, Army customs and traditions, and the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. You will learn how the personal development of life skills such as goal setting, time management, physical fitness, and stress management relate to leadership, officership, and the Army profession. The focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army leadership dimensions while gaining a big picture understanding of the ROTC program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student.

Note: Students must participate in one weekend exercise.

0101L. Leadership Lab F.
Co-Requisite: 0101.

Leadership lab is required for Army ROTC students. The student will receive hands on training in drill and ceremonies, field craft, individual movement techniques, squad tactics, map reading and land navigation, first aid, and use and maintenance of the M16 Rifle.

Note: Open only to and required of students in the military science course 0101.

0102. Introduction to Military Science II (1 s.h.) S.
Co-Requisite: 0102L.

This course introduces cadets to the Army tactical concepts such as map reading, land navigation, marksmanship, small unit tactics, and general operations. It also focuses on the Army Leadership model and explores these dimensions in more detail. Cadets will focus on basic knowledge and skills needed for personal leadership competence in the Army.

Note: Students must participate in one weekend exercise.

0102L. Leadership Lab S.
Co-Requisite: 0102.

Leadership lab is required for Army ROTC students. The students will receive hands on training in drill and ceremonies, physical training, rappelling, water survival, tactics, marksmanship, night operations, and land navigation.

Note: Open only to and required of students in the military science course 0102

0201. Basic Military Skills and Leadership (1 s.h.) F.
Co-Requisite: 0201L.

This course examines leadership fundamentals and the application of leadership principles in both theory and practice. Historical examples of military leadership are used as case studies. Emphasis is on the formulation of military values, principles, and leadership styles. It explores the dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles by examining team dynamics and two historical leadership theories that form the basis of the Army leadership framework. The focus continues to build on developing knowledge of the leadership values and attributes through understanding Army rank, structure, and duties as well as broadening knowledge of land navigation and squad tactics.

0201L. Leadership Lab F.
Co-Requisite: 0201.

Leadership lab is required for Army ROTC students. The students will receive hands on training in drill and ceremonies, physical training, rappelling, water survival, tactics, marksmanship, night operations, and land navigation.

Note: Open only to and required of students in the military science courses 0201.

0202. Small Unit Operations and Leadership (1 s.h.) S.
Co-Requisite: 0202L.

This course focuses on how to build teams, how to influence, how to communicate, how and when to make decisions, how to engage in problem solving, and how to plan and organize. This instruction will be conducted simultaneously with the leadership development instruction and will consist of physical fitness and training, giving military briefings, map reading and land navigation, duty positions, squad formations, battle drills, troop leading procedures, and operations orders.

0202L. Leadership LAB S.
Co-Requisite: 0202.

Leadership lab is required for Army ROTC students. The students will receive hands on training in drill and ceremonies, physical training, rappelling, water survival, tactics, marksmanship, night operations, and land navigation.

0301L. Leadership Lab F.
Co-Requisite: 0301.

Leadership Lab is required for all Army ROTC students. MSIII cadets plan and conduct labs and receive leadership potential assessments. The student will receive training in troop-leading procedures, mission planning, squad tactics, land navigation, individual movement techniques, water survival and rappelling.

0301. Applied Leadership and Management I (2 s.h.) F.
Co-Requisite: 0301L.

You are challenged to study, practice, and evaluate adaptive team leadership skills as you are presented with the demands of the ROTC Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC). Challenging scenarios related to small unit tactical operations are used to develop self-awareness and critical thinking skills. Classroom discussion will focus on land navigation, military orders, troop leading procedures, and advanced small unit tactics. Classroom discussion is then applied during military leadership laboratories which the cadets, plan and conduct. Cadets will have their leadership potential assessed while they rotate through platoon leadership positions. The first course in our Advanced Course, this is also one of four semesters of coursework essential to earning a commission as an Army Officer.

Note: Weekly Leadership Laboratories and two weekends field exercises.

0302. Applied Leadership and Management II (2 s.h.) S.
Co-Requisite: 302L.

MSL 302 uses increasingly intense situational leadership challenges to build cadet awareness and skills in leading small units. Skills in decision-making, persuading and motivating team members when “under fire” are explored, evaluated, and developed. Aspects of military operations are reviewed as a means of preparing for the ROTC Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC). Cadets are expected to apply basic principles of the Law of Land Warfare, Army training, and motivation to troop leading procedures. Emphasis is also placed on conducting military briefings and developing proficiency in Garrison operation orders. MSL 302 cadets are evaluated on what they know and do as leaders. At the completion of this course cadets have completed half of the minimum coursework needed for a commission and are prepared for their 30 day attendance at the Leadership Development and Assessment Camp during the summer of their junior year.

Note: Weekly leadership laboratories and two weekend field training exercises.

0302L. Leadership Lab S.
Co-Requisite: 0302.

Leadership Lab is required for all Army ROTC students. MSIII cadets plan and conduct labs and receive leadership potential assessments. The student will receive training in troop-leading procedures, mission planning, squad tactics, land navigation, individual movement techniques, water survival and rappelling.

0355L. Leadership Lab F.
Co-Requisite: 0355.

Leadership lab is required for all Army ROTC students. MSIV cadets provides leadership potential assessments to the MSIII's as they conduct these labs. The student will receive training in troop-leading procedures, mission planning, squad tactics, land navigation, individual movement techniques, water survival and rapelling.

0355. Advanced Leadership and Management I (2 s.h.) F.
Co-Requisite: 0355L.

MSL 355 develops student proficiency in planning, executing, and assessing complex operations, functioning as a member of a staff, and providing performance feedback to subordinates. You are given situational opportunities to assess risk, make ethical decisions, and lead fellow ROTC cadets. Lessons on military justice and personnel processes prepare you to make the transition to becoming an Army officer. During your MSL IV year you will lead cadets at lower levels. Both your classroom and battalion leadership experiences are designed to prepare you for your first unit of assignment. You will identify responsibilities of key staff, coordinate staff roles, and use battalion operations situations to teach, train, and develop subordinates.

Note: Weekly Leadership Laboratories and two weekends field exercises.

0356. Advanced Leadership and Management II (2 s.h.) S.
Co-Requisite: 0356L.

MSL 356 explores the dynamics of leading in the complex situations of current military operations in the contemporary operating environment (COE). Cadets examine differences in customs and courtesies, military law, principles of war, and rules of engagement in the face of international terrorism. They also explore aspects of interacting with non-government organizations, civilians on the battlefield, and host nation support. The course places significant emphasis on preparing cadets for their first unit of assignment. It uses case studies, scenarios, and “What Now, Lieutenant?” exercises to prepare cadets to face the complex ethical and practical demands of leading as commissioned officers in the United States Army. This course is designed in coordination with MSL 355 to complete your cadet pre-commissioning training and education as required in the Army’s Basic Officer Leadership Course Phase I (BOLC I) in order to ensure your success at BOLC Phases II and III. Cadets enrolled in this course will gain practical leadership experience in positions of responsibility as they plan, coordinate, execute, and evaluate Army ROTC activities.

Note: Weekly Leadership Laboratories and two weekend field exercises.

0356L. Leadership LAB S.
Co-Requisite: 0356.

Leadership lab is required for all Army ROTC students. MSIV cadets provide leadership potential assessments to the MSIII cadets as they conduct these labs. The student will receive training in troop-leading procedures, mission planning, squad tactics, land navigation, individual movement techniques, water survival and rapelling.