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MS 101 Introduction to Military Science I (1 Credit)
Make your first new peer group at college one committed to self
improvement and enjoying themselves. Learn the fundamentals of
leadership and how it impacts management styles Gain an understanding
of the structure and purpose of the U.S. Army, with an introduction
to some of the customs and traditions of the military services.
Enrollment enables voluntary participation in several fun events
(rappelling, marksmanship training, river rafting, etc). Enrollment
incurs NO military commitment. One hour. Syllabus. MS 102 Introduction to Military Science II (1 Credit)
Learn and apply principles of effective leadership. Course builds
on MS 101 material and introduces the use of topographic maps,
fitness doctrine, effective writing, and operational planning.
Course must be taken in conjunction with MS 116. Enrollment incurs
NO military commitment. One hour.
MS 103 First Aid/CPR (1 Credit)
Learn/apply the fundamentals of first aid and CPR, and become Red
Cross certified for only $3.00 ! NO military commitment. One hour.
Syllabus.
MS 201 Land Navigation and Introduction to Military Skills (2 Credits)
This course will teach you how to navigate with only a map and
compass, and continue to develop your leadership skills. Leadership
doctrine, marksmanship, briefing techniques, and an introduction
to the proper wear of military uniforms are also covered. Leadership
lab will provide practical experience in classroom material, as
well as develop individual self confidence. Participation in a
fun, one day exercise at Fort McCoy is encouraged but not required.
NO military commitment. Two hour class, two hour lab. Syllabus.
MS 202 Introduction to Military Tactics (2 Credits)
This class will teach you the fundamentals of tactics in small
unit operations. It includes experience in the use of military
radios, safety procedures, movement techniques, and security planning.
In the Leadership Lab you will continue developing your leadership
skills through practical exercises with upper division ROTC students,
and learning how to teach others. Participation in a weekend military
exercise is encouraged, but not required. NO military commitment.
Two hour class, two hour lab.
MS 301 Leadership and Management Theory (2 Credits)
This class is open only to contracted cadets, and is focused on
developing individual leadership skills and confidence. Explore
behavioral science theories, motivation, individual response,
and study leadership techniques associated with various challenges.
Two hours. Syllabus and Lesson Plan.
MS 302 Small Unit Tactics (2 Credits)
Open only to contracted cadets. This class builds on leadership
skills and incorporates ethical decision making, task organization,
complex planning and organizational structure of army combat units.
Communications systems and logistics to support operations are
included in developing written operational plans. Two hours.
MS 315 Leadership Development Lab I (1 Credit)
This lab gives you direct experience leading other cadets, and
significantly improves your poise and confidence in group settings.
Includes a one day exercise at Fort McCoy. Two hours, to be taken
with MS301.
MS 316 Leadership Development Lab II (1 Credit)
This lab continues leadership development in a more demanding environment
with complicated tasks. Focus is on small unit operations and tactical
skills. Includes a weekend exercise at Fort McCoy. Two hours, to
be taken with MS302.
MS 401 Command and Staff Functions (2 Credits)
This course introduces you to the administrative, procedural, legal,
and regulatory side of the U.S. Army. Also covered is the role
and organization of the Army Reserves and National Guard in the
national defense structure. Practical exercises writing military
style correspondence and preparing and presenting military briefings.
Includes a two hour class. Syllabus.
MS 402 American Military History (3 Credits)
Learn about the proud tradition and the rich heritage surrounding
The United States military. Study focuses on the development of
military strategy and weapons, with emphasis on impacts in selected
battles. Three one hour classes.
MS 403 Ethics and Professionalism (2 Credits)
This class explores the ethical concepts, values, and standards
which surround the U.S. Army. Conflicts between personal, professional,
actual, and ideal values will be explored and discussed, wit h
numerous case studies to facilitate understanding. Additional topics
covered are officership, creation of an ethical command climate,
military justice, the Law of War, and personnel management. Two
hour class and a two hour lab.
MS 415 Advanced Leadership Laboratory (1 Credit)
Practical experience planning, coordinating, executing, and evaluating
various training events for all contracted cadets. Students refine
leadership skills by serving and being evaluated in a variety of
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