Military Science ROTC
MS 1101: Leadership I
Offered: Fall
Introduces cadets to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for
effective leadership. Cadets learn how the personal development of life skills such
as critical thinking, goal setting, time management, physical/mental fitness (resiliency
training) related to leadership, officership, and the Army profession. Focus is on
developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army leadership dimensions while gaining
a big picture of understanding the ROTC program, its purpose in the Army, and its
advantages for the student.
Lecture/Laboratory
MS 1111: Leadership II
Offered: Spring
Overviews leadership fundamentals such as setting direction, problem-solving, listening,
presenting briefs, providing feedback, and using effective writing skills. Cadets
explore dimensions of leadership attributes and core leader competencies in the context
of practical, hands-on, and interactive exercises. Continued emphasis is placed on
recruitment and retention of Cadets. Cadre role models and the building of stronger
relationships among the Cadets through common experience and practical interaction
are critical aspects of the MS 1111 experience.
Lecture/Lab
MS 2312: Military Organization/Tactics I
Offered: Fall
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 (trait and behavior theories). Cadets
practice aspects of personal motivation and team building in the context of planning,
executing, and assessing team exercises and participating in leadership labs. Focus
is on continued development of the knowledge of leadership attributes and core leader
competencies through an understanding of Army rank, structure, duties and basic aspects
of land navigation and squad tactics. Case studies provide tangible context for learning
the Soldier's Creed and Warrior Ethos.
Lecture/Lab
MS 2402: Military Organization/Tactics II
Offered: Spring
Examines the challenges of leading tactical teams in the 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 2402
prepares Cadets for MS 3503. Cadets 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.
Lecture/Lab
MS 3503: Advanced Leadership and Tactics I
Offered: Fall
Challenges Cadets to study, practice, and evaluate adaptive leadership skills as they
are presented with challenging scenarios related to squad tactical operations. Cadets
receive systematic and specific feedback on their leadership attributes and actions.
Based on such feedback, as well as their own self-evaluations, Cadets continue to
develop their leadership and critical thinking abilities. Focus is on developing Cadets'
tactical leadership abilities to enable them to succeed at ROTC's summer Leadership
Development and Assessment Course (LDAC).
Lecture/Lab.
MS 3603: Advanced Leadership and Tactics II
Offered: Spring
Continuation of MS 3503. Course uses increasingly intense situations applying team
leadership challenges to build Cadet awareness and skills in leading tactical operations
at the small unit level. Cadets review aspects of full spectrum operations. They
also conduct military briefings and develop proficiency in the operation orders process.
Focus is on exploring, evaluating, and developing skills in decision-making, persuading,
and motivating team members in the contemporary operating environment (COE). MS 3603
Cadets are evaluated on what they know and do as leaders as they prepare to attend
the ROTC summer Leader Development Assessment Course (LDAC).
Lecture/Lab
MS 4013: United States Military History
A study of the American military from its colonial origins to the present, including the development of the military establishment and its relationship with American society.
MS 4703: Applied Leadership and Management I
Offered: Fall
Transitions the focus of student learning from being trained, mentored and evaluated
as an MS Ill Cadet, to learning how to train, mentor and evaluate underclass Cadets.
MS IV Cadets will learn the duties and responsibilities of an Army staff officer and
apply the Military Decision Making Process (MDMP), the Army Writing Style and the
Army's Training Management and METL Development processes during weekly Training Meetings
to plan execute and assess battalion training events. Cadets will learn how to safely
conduct this training by understanding and employing the Composite Risk Management
Process. MS IV Cadets will learn how to use the Comprehensive Soldier Fitness (CSF)
program to reduce and manage stress. Cadets will learn about the special trust proposed
by the U .S. Constitution to Army Officers - a trust above and beyond other professions.
Cadets will learn Army Values and Ethics and how to apply them to everyday life as
well as in Operating Environments. The MS IV Cadet will learn about the officer's
role in the Uniform Code of Military Justice, with Counseling Subordinates, Administrative
Discipline and Separations, and methods for Officer Career Management.
Lecture/Lab
MS 4803: Applied Leadership and Management II
Offered: Spring
Continuation of MS 4703. Explores the dynamics of leading Soldier's in Full Spectrum
Operations in the Contemporary Operating Environment (COE). Cadets examine differences
in Customs and Courtesies, Principles of War, and Rules of Engagement in the face
of Terrorism. They also explore aspects of interacting with Non-Government Organizations,
Civilians on the Battlefield, and Host Nation Support and explore Counterinsurgency
Operations. Cadets will learn what Support Services are available to assist Soldiers
and their families in times of need such as; Red Cross, CFC, AER, etc. MS IVs will
develop and present a Battle Analysis and participate in a Staff Ride at an historic
military site. 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.
Lecture/Lab
MS 4903: Advanced Officership I
Prerequisites: MS 3503 or MS 4703 and approval of the Professor of Military Science.
Advanced Officership I is a special problems course on professional military related
topics. The course will emphasize personal and professional goals for officers and
related tactics involved in military history.
MS 4913: Advanced Officership II
Prerequisites: MS 3503 or MS 4703 and approval of the Professor of Military Science.
Advanced Officership II is a special problems course on professional military topics
specifically related to the branches of the US Army. The course will emphasize personal
and professional goals for each officer by enhancing their knowledge of their assigned
branch and component.