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  • There are no prerequisites for basic courses. Non-scholarship students enrolled in Army ROTC do not incur any military commitment during their first two years (basic course) in the program. Army field training exercises and morning physical training are only required for students who want to enroll in the Cadet portion of the program. Students not on an Army ROTC scholarship can take the 1000/2000-level courses as non-obligation electives. All 3000/4000-level courses are intended for advanced ROTC cadets and persons with prior military training. Admission to these courses requires approval of the professor of military science. Army scholarships options are available for undergraduates, graduate and nursing students for those interested in pursuing a career as Commissioned Officer.

    MSL 1001 Foundations of Officership
    Credits: 2.
    Purpose and organization of the Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) and the United States Army. Introduction to military customs and traditions, rank structure and the role of an Army officer. Each student must register for and attend a two-hour weekly leadership laboratory (MSL 1001L).
    MSL 1001L Freshman Leadership Laboratory
    Credits: 0; Coreq: MSL 1001.
    Laboratory consists of a two-hour block of instruction that directly supports freshman classroom instruction. Participation in at least one weekend field training session, one community service project and two army physical fitness tests are required.
    MSL 1002 Basic Leadership
    Credits: 2.
    Study and application of the Army ROTC Leadership Development Program (LDP). Instruction includes theory and application of leadership principles, competencies and dimensions. Individual leadership is developed through hands-on instruction in basic, individual military skills. Introduces students to leadership attributes and the application of those attributes in and out of the classroom. Students must register for and attend a two-hour weekly leadership laboratory (MSL 1002L).
    MSL 1002L Freshman Leadership Laboratory
    Credits: 0; Coreq: MSL 1002.
    Laboratory consists of a two-hour block of instruction that directly supports freshman classroom instruction. Participation in at least one weekend field training session, one community service project and two army physical fitness tests are required.
    MSL 2101 Individual Leadership Studies
    Credits: 2.
    The future leader through classroom instruction, laboratory application and an in-depth look at basic troop/organization leadership principles and skills. Provides training on the basics of rifle marksmanship and instruction on the principles of modern warfare and effective writing. Students must register for and attend a two-hour weekly leadership laboratory (MSL 2101L).
    MSL 2101L Sophomore Leadership Laboratory
    Credits: 0; Coreq: MIS 2621C.
    Laboratory consists of a two-hour block of instruction that directly supports sophomore classroom instruction. Participation in at least one weekend field training session, one community service project and two army physical fitness tests are required.
    MSL 2102 Leadership and Teamwork Techniques
    Credits: 2.
    The future leader through classroom instruction, laboratory application and an in-depth look at basic troop/organization leadership principles and skills. Provides training on the basics of rifle marksmanship and instruction on the principles of modern warfare and effective writing. Students must register for and attend a two-hour weekly leadership laboratory.
    MSL 2102L Sophomore Leadership Laboratory
    Credits: 0; Coreq: MSL 3202.
    Laboratory consists of a two-hour block of instruction that directly supports sophomore classroom instruction. Participation in at least one weekend field training session, one community service project and two army physical fitness tests are required.
    MSL 3201 Leadership and Problem Solving
    Credits: 3.
    Instruction for the advanced ROTC cadet in infantry squad tactics and operations to broaden general military skills and enhance performance at ROTC Advanced Camp. Topics include the ROTC Leadership Development Program (LDP), land navigation and map reading, basic rifle marksmanship techniques, effective written and oral communication skills, troop leading procedures and infantry squad offensive and defensive operations. Cadets must attend a two-hour weekly leadership laboratory and participate in a physical fitness program given at times other than normal class sessions.
    MSL 3202 Leadership and Ethics
    Credits: 3.
    Improves cadet proficiency in those military subjects necessary to meet minimum standards of technical competence and self-confidence required of a junior officer in the U.S. Army. Prepares cadets for participation at ROTC advanced camp. Major emphasis during course is physical training and field training exercises. Student must attend a weekly two-hour leadership laboratory and participate in physical fitness sessions given at times other than normal class sessions.
    MSL 4301 Leadership and Management
    Credits: 3.
    Designed to prepare cadets for duty as commissioned officers. Instruction centers around proficiency/familiarization with the military justice system, military administration, the officer professional management system, international laws of war and principles of management/leadership. Students also participate in a physical fitness program.
    MSL 4302 Officership
    Credits: 3.
     
    MSL 4302L Officership Laboratory
    Credits: 0.
     
    MSL 4400 United States Military History
    Credits: 3; credit given for attending National Advanced Leadership Course in Fort Lewis, Washington.
     
    MSL 4905 Independent Study
    Credits: 1 to 3; can be repeated with a change in content up to 6 credits. Prereq: department permission.
    Readings and discussion in advanced topics of military science.
    MSL 4941 Advanced Leader Training
    Credits: 4.
    National advanced leader's course is the Army's 5-week leader internship conducted at Fort Lewis, Washington, from June through August. The camp places each cadet and officer candidate in a variety of leadership positions, many of which simulate stressful combat situations. Cadets are evaluated by platoon tactical officers and NCOs. Training is organized into separate committees in a tiered structure, including basic military skills, leadership development, tactical training, basic rifle marksmanship and situational training exercises. Evaluation is continual.
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