Military Science Program

MILITARY SCIENCE COURSES

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MS 121 Introduction to ROTC and General Military Subjects credit 2 hr. This course introduces cadets to fundamental components of service as an officer in the United States Army. The initial lessons form the building blocks of progressive lessons in values, fitness, leadership,and officership. Additionally, the course addresses "life skills" including fitness, leadership, communications theory and practice (written and oral), and interpersonal relationships. Upon completion of thissemester, the cadets should be prepared to receive more complex leadership instruction. Open to allstudents. No prerequisites.

MS 122 Introduction to Problem Solving, Decision Making and Leadership credit 2 hr. This course is an introduction to the "life skills" of problem solving, decision making, and leadership.The course is designed to help students in the near-term as leaders on campus. The class will also help students be more effective leaders and managers in the long-term, whether they serve in the military or be leaders in civilian life. Topics addressed include problem solving, critical thinking, problemsolving methods, leadership theory, followership, group cohesion, goal setting, and feedback mechanisms. Lessons are taught in a seminar format, emphasizing student discussions and practical exercises. (Open to all students. No prerequisites.)

MS 231 Applied Leadership and Management I credit 3 hrs.

This course delves into theoretical and practical leadership instruction. Specifically, students examineseveral aspects of communication and leadership concepts such as written and oral communication,effective listening, assertiveness, personality, adult development, motivation, and organizational culture and change. Each lesson maximizes student participation, inspires intellectual curiosity, and clarifies practical application. The course concludes with a major leadership and problem solving case study. Upon completion, students will be well grounded in fundamental leadership principles and willbe better prepared to apply such principles to a wide variety of life experiences. (Open to all students.No prerequisites.)

MS 232 Introduction to Tactics, Army Values, Ethics and Officership credit 3 hrs.

This course builds upon the fundamentals introduced in Military Science 221 by focusing on tactics,military operations, values and ethics, "officership", and military history. Army values and ethics lessons in this semester include: National and Army Values; Equal Opportunity; and Ethical Decision Making. Upon completion of this semester, cadets should be prepared to advance to more complextactical and operational instruction concerning the dynamics of squad, platoon and unit organizations.

MS II cadets will be increasing required to demonstrate knowledge of military leadership fundamentals and communications (written and oral).

MS 341 Fundamentals of Military Leadership and Training I credit 4 hrs.

This course provides instruction and case studies which builds leadership competencies and militaryskills in preparation for future responsibilities as army officers. Specific instruction in the principles of war, decision-making processes, planning models, and risk assessment. Advancement leadership instruction focuses on motivational theory, the role and actions of leaders, and organizational communications. (Prerequisites: Credit for ROTC basic course)

MS 342 Fundamentals of Military Leadership and Training II credit 4 hrs.

This course provides instruction and case studies which builds upon the leadership competencies andmilitary skills attained in MS 331 in preparation for future responsibilities as army officers. Specificinstruction in given in individual leader development, planning and execution of small unit operations,individual and team development, planning and execution of small unit operations, individual and teamdevelopment, and the Army as a career choice. (Prerequisite: Credit for ROTC basic course)

MS 343 Advanced Camp Internship credit 4 hrs.

Training and practical application of military leadership, land navigation, military skills proficiency, tactical operations, weapons systems, group interaction, and physical readiness training. Only for contracted cadets attending ROTC Advanced Camp. Six Weeks.

MS 441 Theory and Dynamics of the Military I credit 4 hrs.

This semester of the Advancement Course concentrates on leadership, management, and ethics andbegins the final transition from cadet to lieutenant. The course focuses cadets, early in the year, on attaining knowledge and proficiency in several critical areas they will need to operate effectively as Army officers. These areas include: Coordinate Activities with Staffs, Counseling Theory and Practice within the "Army Context," Training Management, and Ethics. (Prerequisites: MS 341 and MS 342)

MS 442 Theory and Dynamics of the Military II credit 4 hrs.

The final semester of the Advanced Course focuses on completing the transition form cadet to lieutenant. As a follow-on to the Ethics instruction in MS 431, the course starts with a foundation in thelegal aspects of decision making and leadership. The next module reinforces previous instruction on the organization of the Army and introduces how we organize for operations from the tactical to strategic level. (Prerequisites: MS 441)

Source: Benedict College Catalogue 2007-2009.