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MILITARY SCIENCE COURSES

MS 101 Military Science I 2 credits
MS 101 introduces the student to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership.  The student 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, attributes and core leader competencies while gaining a big picture understanding of the ROTC program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student.

MS 101L Leadership Lab 1 credit
MS 101L provides students with the opportunity to apply the knowledge, tools and techniques they learn in MS 101.

MS 102 Military Science I  2 credits
MS 102 overviews leadership fundamentals such as setting direction, problem-solving, listening, presenting briefs, providing feedback and using effective writing skills.  Students will explore dimensions of leadership attributes and core leaders competencies in the context of practical, hands-on, and interactive exercises.

MS 102L Leadership Lab 1 credit
MS 102L provides students with the opportunity to apply the knowledge, tools and techniques they learn in MS 102.

MS 201 Military Science II  2 credits
MS 201 explores the dimensions of creative and 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  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 a tangible context for learning the Soldier's Creed and Warrior Ethos as they apply in the contemporary operating environment.

MS 201L Leadership Lab 1 credit
MS 201L provides students with the opportunity to apply the knowledge, tools and techniques they learn in MS 201.

MS 202 Military Science II 2 credits
MS 202 examines the challenges of leading tactical teams in the complex contemporary operating environment (COE).  This 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.  This course is designed to provide a smooth transition into the ROTC upper division courses offered at the university level.  Students develop greater self-awareness as they assess their own leadership styles and practice communication and team-building skills.  COE case studies give insight into the importance and practice of team work and tactics in real-world scenarios.

MS 202L Leadership Lab 1 credit
MS 202L provides students with the opportunity to apply the knowledge, tools and techniques they learn in MS 202.

Labs will not be offered during the 2011-12 academic year. For information on availability of labs, contact Department Chairperson Dr. Henry Riegler.


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