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2012 - 2013

Military Science (Army ROTC) (Mil S)

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Undergraduate Courses


    100-Level Courses

    MIL S 120 : Leadership and Personal Development. (2:1:3)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)
    MIL S 120 : Leadership and Personal Development. (2:1:3)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)
    WHEN TAUGHT:Fall
    DESCRIPTION: Developing comprehension of Army leadership dimensions, focusing on critical thinking, time management, and fitness. Introduction to the corps of cadets; building courage and self-confidence. Lab included.

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    MIL S 121 : Introduction to Tactical Leadership. (2:1:3)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)
    MIL S 121 : Introduction to Tactical Leadership. (2:1:3)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)
    WHEN TAUGHT:Winter
    DESCRIPTION: Leadership fundamentals; setting direction, problem solving, listening, presentation skills, and providing feedback. Integration into the corps of cadets through tactical field training. Lab included.

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    200-Level Courses

    MIL S 220 : Innovative Team Leadership. (3:2:3)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)
    MIL S 220 : Innovative Team Leadership. (3:2:3)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)
    WHEN TAUGHT:Fall
    DESCRIPTION: Creative leadership strategies and styles; team dynamics; leadership theory; the Army leadership framework. Includes basics of land navigation and squad tactics. Lab included.

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    MIL S 221 : Foundations of Tactical Leadership. (3:2:3)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)
    MIL S 221 : Foundations of Tactical Leadership. (3:2:3)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)
    WHEN TAUGHT:Winter
    DESCRIPTION: Challenges of leading tactical teams in contemporary operations environment of the U.S. Army, focusing on Army Orders process, terrain analysis, and adaptive leadership. Lab included.

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    300-Level Courses

    MIL S 320 : Adaptive Team Leadership. (4:3:3)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)
    MIL S 320 : Adaptive Team Leadership. (4:3:3)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)
    WHEN TAUGHT:Fall
    DESCRIPTION: Adaptive leadership skills; demands of leadership in tactical and garrison situations. Cadets have multiple opportunities to lead one another and receive feedback on leadership abilities. Lab included.

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    MIL S 321 : Leadership in Changing Environments. (4:3:3)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)
    MIL S 321 : Leadership in Changing Environments. (4:3:3)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)
    WHEN TAUGHT:Winter
    PREREQUISITE: Must be contracted in ROTC program.
    DESCRIPTION: Using intense real-world leadership situations to build skills in leading small units, decision-making, persuasion, and motivation when "under fire." Final preparation and evaluation prior to attendance at Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC). Lab included.

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    MIL S 325R : Staff Organization and Operations. (1-2:Arr:Arr)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)
    MIL S 325R : Staff Organization and Operations. (1-2:Arr:Arr)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)
    WHEN TAUGHT:Fall; Winter
    PREREQUISITE: Must be contracted in ROTC program.
    DESCRIPTION: Seminar in Army Staff Operations. Various opportunities for leadership and organiztional experience. Lab included.

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    400-Level Courses

    MIL S 420 : Developing Adaptive Leaders. (4:3:3)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)
    MIL S 420 : Developing Adaptive Leaders. (4:3:3)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)
    WHEN TAUGHT:Fall
    PREREQUISITE: Must be contracted in ROTC program.
    DESCRIPTION: Developing proficiency in planning, executing, and assessing operations; functioning on a staff; and providing feedback to subordinates with situational real-world opportunities to assess risk, make decisions, and coach others. Emphasizes leadership ethics. Lab included.

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    MIL S 421 : Leadership in a Complex World. (4:3:3)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)
    MIL S 421 : Leadership in a Complex World. (4:3:3)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)
    WHEN TAUGHT:Winter
    PREREQUISITE: Must be contracted in ROTC program.
    DESCRIPTION: Dynamics of leading military operations. Subjects include military law, principles of war, operations, training, and logistics. Presented in context of modern battlefield. Culminates with commission as an officer in the U.S. Army. Lab included.

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    MIL S 425R : Tactical Leadership (Ranger Challenge). (2:3:16)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)
    MIL S 425R : Tactical Leadership (Ranger Challenge). (2:3:16)(Credit Hours:Lecture Hours:Lab Hours)
    WHEN TAUGHT:Fall; Winter
    PREREQUISITE: Current enrollment in AROTC program.
    DESCRIPTION: Emphasis on fitness and tactical proficiency. Participation on University Ranger Challenge Team. Requires commitment and endurance. Provides insight into advanced Army professional training.
    NOTE: Fee.

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