Military Science

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. At the conclusion of this course, students are capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating and leading a team or squad in the execution of a tactical mission during a classroom PE, a Leadership Lab, or during a Situational Training Exercise (STX) in a field environment. Successful completion of this course will help prepare students for success at the ROTC Cadet Leader Course (CLC) which they attend in the summer at Fort Knox, KY. This course includes reading, homework, small group assignments and practical exercises, a mid-term exam, and a final exam. Students receive systematic and specific feedback on their leader attributes values and core leader competencies from their instructor and other ROTC cadre and MSL IV Cadets who will evaluate them using the ROTC Leader Development Program (LDP) model.

Students study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of Army Leadership, Officership, Army Values and Ethics, Personal Development, and small unit tactics at the platoon level. At the conclusion of this course, students will be capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating and leading a squad and platoon in the execution of a mission during a classroom PE, a Leadership Lab, or during a Leader Training Exercise (LTX). They will be required to write peer evaluations and receive feedback on their abilities as a leader and how to improve those leader skills that can further develop them into a successful officer. Includes reading, homework, small group assignments, briefings, case studies, and practical exercises, a mid-term exam, and a final exam. Students receive systematic and specific feedback on their leader attributes, values, and core leader competencies from their instructor, other ROTC cadre, and MSL IV Cadets who will evaluate them using the Cadet Officer Evaluation System (OES). Successful completion of this course will help prepare students for the ROTC Cadet Leader Course (CLC), which they will attend in the summer at Fort Knox, KY.

Students explore the dynamics of leading in the complex situations of current military operations. They 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, the decision making processes and host nation support. The course places significant emphasis on preparing students for BOLC B and their first unit of assignment. It uses mission command case studies and scenarios to prepare them to face the complex ethical demands of serving as a commissioned officer in the United States Army. This semester, students: Explore military professional ethics, organizational ethics and ethical decision making processes; gain practical experience in Cadet battalion leadership roles and training management; begin their leadership self-development including civil military and media relations; prepare for the transition to a career as an Army Officer.

Students explore the dynamics of leading in the complex situations during Unified Land Operations I, II, and III. They examine the Art of Command and how to properly communicate with their NCOs and Soldiers during Taking Charge 1, 2 and 3, and Developing Others (counseling). During Cultural Awareness and Cultural Property Protection (CPP), students discuss numerous situations on how ethical decisions impact personnel and the unit mission. Through the understanding of their roles and responsibilities, students learn about Comprehensive Soldier Fitness (CSF), being ready and resilient (R2C) and Individual and Family Readiness can assist them in preparing their Soldiers and their families on reducing and managing stress during times of uncertainty. The course places significant emphasis on preparing students for BOLC B and their first unit of assignment. It uses mission command case studies and scenarios to prepare them to face the complex ethical demands of serving as a commissioned officer in the United States Army. This semester, students: Identify the leader's roles and responsibilities for enforcing Army policies and programs; Explore the dynamics of building a team prepared to handle any future operational environment and win; Examine the importance of understanding culture and how it can affect their unit and mission; Develop both oral and written communication skills by conducting a battle analysis and decision briefs.

Introduces students to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership and communication. Students learn how the personal development of life skills such as cultural understanding, goal setting, management, stress management, and comprehensive fitness relate to leadership, officership, and the Army profession. As students become further acquainted with MS 101, they learn the structure of the ROTC Basic Course program consisting of MS 101, 102, 201, 202, Fall and Spring Leadership Labs, and CIET. The focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army leadership dimensions, attributes and core leader competencies while gaining an understanding of the ROTC program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student.

Introduces students to the professional challenges and competencies that are needed for effective execution of the profession of arms and Army communication. Through this course, students learn how Army ethics and values shape their Army and the specific ways that these ethics are inculcated into Army culture. This semester, students: Explore the Seven Army Values and the Warrior Ethos; Investigate the Profession of Arms and Army leadership as well as an overview of the Army; Gain practical experience using critical communication skills.

Students explore 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. Aspects of personal motivation and team building are practiced planning, executing and assessing team exercises. While participation in the leadership labs is not mandatory during the MS II year, significant experience can be gained in a multitude of areas and participation in the labs is highly encouraged. The focus continues to build on developing knowledge of the leadership attributes and core leader competencies through the understanding of Army rank, structure, and duties as well as broadening knowledge of land navigation and squad tactics. Case studies will provide tangible context for learning the Soldier's Creed and Warrior Ethos.

Students examine the challenges of leading teams in the complex operational environment. The course highlights dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders. Further study of the theoretical basis of the Army Leadership Requirements Model explores the dynamics of adaptive leadership in the context of military operations. MS 202 prepares students for MS 301. Students develop greater self awareness as they assess their own leadership styles and practice communication and team building skills. Case studies give insight into the importance and practice of teamwork and tactics in real-world scenarios.

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. At the conclusion of this course, students are capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating and leading a team or squad in the execution of a tactical mission during a classroom PE, a Leadership Lab, or during a Situational Training Exercise (STX) in a field environment. Successful completion of this course will help prepare students for success at the ROTC Cadet Leader Course (CLC) which they attend in the summer at Fort Knox, KY. This course includes reading, homework, small group assignments and practical exercises, a mid-term exam, and a final exam. Students receive systematic and specific feedback on their leader attributes values and core leader competencies from their instructor and other ROTC cadre and MSL IV Cadets who will evaluate them using the ROTC Leader Development Program (LDP) model.

Students study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of Army Leadership, Officership, Army Values and Ethics, Personal Development, and small unit tactics at the platoon level. At the conclusion of this course, students will be capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating and leading a squad and platoon in the execution of a mission during a classroom PE, a Leadership Lab, or during a Leader Training Exercise (LTX). They will be required to write peer evaluations and receive feedback on their abilities as a leader and how to improve those leader skills that can further develop them into a successful officer. Includes reading, homework, small group assignments, briefings, case studies, and practical exercises, a mid-term exam, and a final exam. Students receive systematic and specific feedback on their leader attributes, values, and core leader competencies from their instructor, other ROTC cadre, and MSL IV Cadets who will evaluate them using the Cadet Officer Evaluation System (OES). Successful completion of this course will help prepare students for the ROTC Cadet Leader Course (CLC), which they will attend in the summer at Fort Knox, KY.

Students explore the dynamics of leading in the complex situations of current military operations. They 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, the decision making processes and host nation support. The course places significant emphasis on preparing students for BOLC B and their first unit of assignment. It uses mission command case studies and scenarios to prepare them to face the complex ethical demands of serving as a commissioned officer in the United States Army. This semester, students: Explore military professional ethics, organizational ethics and ethical decision making processes; gain practical experience in Cadet battalion leadership roles and training management; begin their leadership self-development including civil military and media relations; prepare for the transition to a career as an Army Officer.

Students explore the dynamics of leading in the complex situations during Unified Land Operations I, II, and III. They examine the Art of Command and how to properly communicate with their NCOs and Soldiers during Taking Charge 1, 2 and 3, and Developing Others (counseling). During Cultural Awareness and Cultural Property Protection (CPP), students discuss numerous situations on how ethical decisions impact personnel and the unit mission. Through the understanding of their roles and responsibilities, students learn about Comprehensive Soldier Fitness (CSF), being ready and resilient (R2C) and Individual and Family Readiness can assist them in preparing their Soldiers and their families on reducing and managing stress during times of uncertainty. The course places significant emphasis on preparing students for BOLC B and their first unit of assignment. It uses mission command case studies and scenarios to prepare them to face the complex ethical demands of serving as a commissioned officer in the United States Army. This semester, students: Identify the leader's roles and responsibilities for enforcing Army policies and programs; Explore the dynamics of building a team prepared to handle any future operational environment and win; Examine the importance of understanding culture and how it can affect their unit and mission; Develop both oral and written communication skills by conducting a battle analysis and decision briefs.