Military Science (MILS)
Overview of the U.S. Army, including its history, organization, customs and courtesies, strategic mission, dynamic structure, and methods of tactical deployment. Includes a field trip that exposes students to on- and off-duty Army life and gives them the opportunity to observe new combat arms lieutenants in action.
Fundamentals of basic tactics, including movement techniques, battle drill/assault techniques, squad tactical control measures, land navigation, and first-aid training. Designed to give the student an initial level of tactical proficiency and a degree of leadership training.
Development of leadership skills with practical experience in military skills. Areas of emphasis include drill and ceremonies, squad level tactics, first aid, and land navigation. A weekend field training exercise and weekly physical fitness training are included in the course.
Continues the development of leadership skills while giving practical experience in military skills obtained in Leadership Lab I. Areas of emphasis include drill and ceremonies, squad level tactics, first aid, and land navigation. A weekend field training exercise and weekly physical fitness training are included in the course.
Development of leadership skills while giving practical experience in military skills, including drill and ceremonies, squad level tactics, first aid, and land navigation. A weekend field training exercise and weekly physical fitness training are included in the course.
Development of leadership skills, including drill and ceremonies, squad level tactics, first aid, and land navigation. A weekend field training exercise and weekly physical fitness training are included in the course.
The military element of power, first aid, light infantry tactics, and map reading.
Principles of positive and assertive military leadership, addressed through leadership assessment training and student classroom presentations.
Development of leadership skills, including evaluating drill and ceremonies, squad level tactics, first aid, and land navigation. Advanced Course cadets should expect to conduct the training and lead the cadet battalion under cadre supervision. A weekend field training exercise and weekly physical fitness training are included in the course.
A continuation of MILS 3111. Leadership skills, including evaluating drill and ceremonies, squad level tactics, first aid, and land navigation. Advanced Course cadets should expect to conduct the training and lead the cadet battalion under cadre supervision. A weekend field training exercise and weekly physical fitness training are included in the course.
Effective counseling, writing, and human relation skills necessary to influence human behavior positively. Development of confidence and leadership experience in addition to land navigation skills and tactical proficiency. Group participation and exposure to leadership reaction situations.
Analysis of the leader's role in directing and coordinating the efforts of individuals and organizations, involving student role modeling and analysis of controversial leadership case situations. Students practice and learn the necessary skills to take charge when responsible, as well as to control and positively influence personnel under stressful situations. Additional professional skills are also taught.
Development of leadership skills conducting the training and leading the cadet battalion under cadre supervision. A weekend field training exercise and weekly physical fitness training are included in the course.
Continuation of MILS 4111. Development of leadership skills by conducting the training and leading the cadet battalion under cadre supervision. A weekend field training exercise and weekly physical fitness training are included in the course.
The mission and structure of the Army and its professional and social aspects, focusing on oral and written communication skills, counseling techniques, evaluation, and reporting procedures, as well as introducing the combined arms concept.
Examination of the dynamics of modern warfare from the perspective of the combat battalion task force. The integration of maneuver forces, air power, intelligence, logistics, and air mobility by a ground combat commander is studied in both practical exercise and case studies. A variety of other subjects relating to staff procedures and command and control are covered.
Individualized research in Military Science. The research must use the US Army Battle Analysis Methodology. Student's proposals for special study project must be approved by the supervising faculty member. Offered on demand for one to three semester hours. May be repeated multiple times under different topics for a total of three semester hours.
Comprehensive studies for Military Science Cadets who have completed Advanced Leadership Studies. May be taken more than once for a maximum of three credit hours.