05901/Military Science (Army ROTC)

The Military Science Program can lead to a commission as a U.S. Army Officer. The Military Science Program is comprised of the Basic Course and the Advanced Course. Contact the Professor of Military Science, 215 204 7480, for registration and scholarship procedures.

BASIC COURSES

0015. Introduction to Military Science (1 s.h.) F

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

An orientation to mission, organization, and the capabilities of the U.S. Army. The role of the ROTC, customs and traditions of the service, basic military skills, and introductions to military leadership.
Note: Students must enroll in Lab 0015L, sec. 041, and participate in one weekend exercise.

0016. Introduction to Military Science II (1 s.h.) S

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

An introduction to land navigation, map reading, and terrain analysis. The students will gain an understanding of the military use of maps in association with actual terrain. The student will also learn the fundamentals of military communication skills in written and oral communications, and physical fitness program.
Note: Students must enroll in Lab 0016L, sec. 041, and participate in one weekend exercise.

0015L, 0016L. Leadership Lab

Open only to and required of students in the military science courses 0015 and 0016. Learn and practice basic skills of team-building, leadership skills, and build self-confidence.

0027. Small Unit Operations and Leadership (1 s.h.) S

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

Students will learn the principles of planning and conducting small unit operations. Emphasis will be placed on learning and developing leadership skills. Practical applications and performance oriented training are included.

0031. Basic Military Skills and Leadership (1 s.h.) F

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

Students are introduced to basic military skills and leadership principles. Students are introduced to the 16 leadership dimensions and participate in simulations to assess their leadership behavior.

0027L - 0031L. Leadership Lab

Learn and practice basic skills of team-building, leadership skills, and build self-confidence.
Note: Open only to and required of students in the military science courses 0027 and 0031.

ADVANCED COURSES

0131. Applied Leadership and Management I (2 s.h.) F

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

To prepare the ROTC Advanced Course cadet for successful completion of the demanding ROTC Advanced Camp through rigorous leadership and management exercises. Emphasis on physical fitness, land navigation, and communication techniques.
Note: Weekly Leadership Laboratories and two weekends field exercises.

0132. Applied Leadership and Management II (2 s.h.) S

Prerequisite: Military Science 0131.

This course is a continuation of Military Science 0131. It further expansion of the student's leadership abilities through the practice of organizational leadership principles in simulated situations. Heavy emphasis on small unit tactics. Successful completion of 0131/0132 qualifies the student for attendance at the ROTC Advanced Camp where leadership, military skills and physical fitness are rigorously tested.
Note: Weekly leadership laboratories and two weekend field training exercises.

0141. Advanced Leadership and Management I (2 s.h.) F

Prerequisite: Military Science 0132.

Develops the managerial skills of the cadet through directed problem solving of military related simulations. Professionalism and ethics, civil-military intelligence.

Note: Weekly Leadership Laboratories and two weekends field exercises.

0142. Advanced Leadership and Management II (2 s.h.) S

Prerequisite: Military Science 0141.

A working knowledge of the command and staff functions performed by commissioned officers in the U.S. Army. Staff planning, training management. Communication skills practiced through both written assignments and oral presentations.

Note: Weekly Leadership Laboratories and two weekend field exercises.