Military Science (MILS)

MILS 1101  Introduction to Leadership I  (1)  
Co-requisite(s): MILS 1111  

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.

MILS 1102  Introduction to Leadership II  (1)  
Co-requisite(s): MILS 1112  
Pre-requisite(s): MILS 1101 or consent of department chair  

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.

MILS 1111  Leadership Lab I  (1)  
Co-requisite(s): MILS 1101  

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.

MILS 1112  Leadership Lab II  (1)  
Co-requisite(s): MILS 1102  

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.

MILS 2111  Basic Leadership Lab I  (1)  
Co-requisite(s): MILS 2201  

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.

MILS 2112  Basic Leadership Lab II  (1)  
Co-requisite(s): MILS 2202  

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.

MILS 2201  Basic Leadership I  (2)  
Co-requisite(s): MILS 2111  
Pre-requisite(s): MILS 1102 or consent of department chair  

The military element of power, first aid, light infantry tactics, and map reading.

MILS 2202  Basic Leadership II  (2)  
Co-requisite(s): MILS 2112  
Pre-requisite(s): MILS 2201 or consent of department chair  

Principles of positive and assertive military leadership, addressed through leadership assessment training and student classroom presentations.

MILS 3111  Intermediate Leadership Lab I  (1)  
Co-requisite(s): MILS 3301  

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.

MILS 3112  Intermediate Leadership Lab II  (1)  
Co-requisite(s): MILS 3302  

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.

MILS 3301  Intermediate Leadership I  (3)  
Co-requisite(s): MILS 3111  
Pre-requisite(s): MILS 2202 or consent of department chair  

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.

MILS 3302  Intermediate Leadership II  (3)  
Co-requisite(s): MILS 3112  
Pre-requisite(s): MILS 3301 or consent of department chair  

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.

MILS 4111  Advanced Leadership Lab I  (1)  
Co-requisite(s): MILS 4301  

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.

MILS 4112  Advanced Leadership Lab II  (1)  
Co-requisite(s): MILS 4302  

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.

MILS 4301  Advanced Leadership I  (3)  
Co-requisite(s): MILS 4111  
Pre-requisite(s): MILS 3302 or consent of department chair  

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.

MILS 4302  Advanced Leadership II  (3)  
Co-requisite(s): MILS 4112  
Pre-requisite(s): MILS 4301 or consent of department chair  

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.

MILS 4V03  Special Studies in Military Science  (1-3)  
Pre-requisite(s): MILS 4302 and departmental approval required  

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.

MILS 4V04  Company Grade Office Leadership Development  (1-3)  
Pre-requisite(s): MILS 4302  

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.