MILITARY
SCIENCE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
military
science 101. Introduction
to the Military. A general introduction course which will broaden
student knowledge of military structure and operation, customs and
courtesies, rank structure, weaponry, threat structure and land
navigation. 3 credits.
military
science 102. Military
History. A general introduction to the various interpretations of
the causes and nature of conflict as exhibited in war; the evolution of
the United States armed conflict; the principles of war and their
applications; and the influence of society, technology, and personal
leadership on the conduct of war. Concentration on American military
history from colonial times to the present. 3 credits.
military
science 201. Leadership
I. An introduction to the basic concepts and skills required to
become an effective leader of small groups. The case study approach is
emphasized in analyzing leadership in military, business and other
situations. 3 credits.
military
science 202. Leadership
II. An overview of Army leadership doctrine with specific emphasis
on the military as a profession, the military ethic, leadership
counseling and team building. Emphasizes the case study approach of
analyzing leadership in military and other environments. 3 credits.
military
science 205. ROTC
Basic Camp Summer Practicum. Six weeks of training at a military
installation. Basic Camp graduates are qualified to enroll in the
Advanced Course. Prerequisites: sophomore/rising
juniors, must be approved by Military Science Program. 6 credits.
military
science 295. Special
Topics. Selected topics in military science. The topics may vary
from semester to semester. Military Science Program approval required
prior to registration. May be repeated for credit when topics change.
1-3 credits.
military
science 301. Advanced
Military Science I. Detailed reading of military maps and land
navigation utilizing a map and a compass. Prerequisites: Successful
completion of the Basic Course and approval of Military Science Program.
4 credits.
military
science 302. Advanced
Military Science II. Group interactions and the role of the leader.
Emphasis is on the sixteen leadership dimensions. Includes development
and implementation of a unit physical fitness program. Prerequisites:
Successful completion of the Basic Course, MISC 301, and approval of
Military Science Program. 4 credits.
military
science 305. ROTC
Advanced Camp Summer Practicum. Six weeks of intensive leadership
application. Students are exposed to varying leadership situations
requiring problem-solving and decision-making skills under physically
and mentally stressful conditions. Prerequisites: MISC 301 and 302 and
approval of Military Science Program. 3 credits.
military
science 401. Command
and Staff Operations. Command and staff operations and procedures,
military briefings, and military correspondence are studied in detail.
Prerequisites: MISC 302 and approval of Military Science Program. 4
credits.
military
science 402. Ethics
and Professionalism. Study of military justice, the Law of Warfare,
professionalism and ethics. Prerequisite: MISC 401 and permission of
instructor. 4 credits.
military
science 495. Special
Topics. Selected topics in military science. The topics may vary
from semester to semester. Military Science approval required prior to
registration. May be repeated for credit when topics change. 1-3
credits.
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