Courses
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Basic Course (Freshman and Sophomores) |
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MSL 100 Leadership Lab: Available only to students enrolled/contracted in the ROTC program. Cadets develop and improve military leadership skills by participating in hands on training. Includes continuous counseling and periodic evaluations of cadet performance. In case of class conflicts, an alternate leadership lab can be arranged with the permission of the Military Science Department Chairperson. Leadership Lab occurs once a month on a Saturday from 0700-1300. Basic Course cadets are required to attend two Leadership Labs a semester. (Pass/Fail Grade Only.) Credits: 0 |
| MSL 101 Foundations of Leadership: Introduces
students to issues and competencies that are central to a
commissioned officer's responsibilities. Establish framework for
understanding officership, leadership, and Army values followed and
life skills such as physical fitness and time management. No
military obligation associated with this course. Prerequisites & Notes None. Corequisite: MSL 100. Credits: 1 |
| MSL 102 Basic Leadership: Establishes
foundation of basic leadership fundamentals such as problem solving,
communications, briefings and effective writing goal setting,
techniques for improving listening and speaking skills and all
introduction to counseling. No military obligation associated with
this course. Prerequisites & Notes None. Corequisite: MSL 100. Credits: 1 |
| MSL 201 Individual Leadership Studies:
Students identify successful leadership characteristics through
observation of others and self through experimental learning
exercises. Students record observed traits in a dimensional
leadership journal and discuss observations in small group settings.
No military obligation associated with this course. Prerequisites & Notes None. Corequisite: MSL 100. Credits: 2 |
| MSL 202 Leadership and Teamwork: Study
examines how to build successful teams, various methods for
influencing action, effective communication in setting and achieving
goals, the importance of timing the decision, creativity in the
problem solving process, and obtaining team buy-in through immediate
feedback. No military obligation associated with this course. Prerequisites & Notes None. Corequisite: MSL 100. Credits: 2 |
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Advanced Course (Juniors and Seniors) |
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MSL 100 Leadership Lab: Available only to students enrolled/contracted in the ROTC program. Cadets develop and improve military leadership skills by participating in hands on training. Includes continuous counseling and periodic evaluations of cadet performance. In case of class conflicts, an alternate leadership lab can be arranged with the permission of the Military Science Department Chairperson. Leadership Lab occurs once a month on a Saturday from 0700-1300. Advanced Course cadets are required to attend all Leadership Labs. (Pass/Fail Grade Only.) Credits: 0 |
| MSL 301 Leadership and Problem Solving:
Students conduct self-assessment of leadership style, develop
personal fitness regimen, and learn to plan and conduct
individual/small unit tactical training while testing reasoning
and problem-solving techniques. Students receive direct feedback
on leadership abilities. Prerequisites & Notes Basic course or permission from Professor of Military Science. Corequisite: MSL 100. Credits: 3 |
| MSL 302 Leadership and Ethics: Examines
the role of communications, values and ethics play in effective
leadership. Topics include ethical decision making, consideration
of others, spirituality in the military and surveys Army
leadership doctrine. Emphasis on improving oral and written
communication abilities. Prerequisites & Notes MSL 301 or permission. Corequisite: MSL 100. Credits: 3 |
| MSL 401 Leadership and Management: Develop
student proficiency in planning and executing complex operations,
functioning as a member of a staff and mentoring subordinates.
Students explore training management, methods of effective staff
collaboration, and developmental counseling techniques. Prerequisites & Notes MSL 302 or permission. Corequisite: MSL 100. Credits: 4 |
| MSL 402 Officership: Study
includes case study analysis of military law and practical
exercises on establishing an ethical command climate. Students
must complete a semester long senior leadership project that
requires them to plan, organize, collaborate analyze and
demonstrate their leadership skills. Students not contracted as
ROTC cadets may take the course with the permission of the
Military Science Department Chairperson. Satisfies the General Education Ethics and Writing Intensive Requirements. Prerequisites & Notes MSL 401 or permission. Corequisite: MSL 100. Credits: 4 |
| MSL 350 The Evolution of American Warfare:
Historical analysis of American theory of warfare from
colonial period through Operation Desert Storm and the
applications of Force XXI. Social, economic and political
influences are examined, tracing the evolution of the American
military; the development of a global military strategy, imprint
of the social fabric of the nation on the military as the United
States evolved into a world power. Additionally, the student will
examine the effects of institutions on organization structures.
Technology and the practice of warfare is emphasized. Satisfies the General Education Western Cultural Tradition and Social Contexts and Institutions Requirements. **Required for Military Science Minor |
| MSL 105 Leadership and Physical Fitness:
A study of the United States Army physical fitness program, including aerobic exercises and strength-building programs, which provide actual leadership and fitness opportunities. Emphasis on the importance of exercise and fitness to the individual and development of a personalized training program. (Pass/Fail Grade Only.) **Required for Military Science MinorPrerequisites & Notes None. Corequisite: MSL 100. Credits: 1 |