Program in Military Science and Leadership
Offered Fall
MLSC 151: Fall Physical Training I General Elective Credit
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 6:45 – 8:00am
This 1 Hour course is designed to introduce the student to basic Army physical fitness. Students will gradually increase their aerobic conditioning, strength and endurance though the semester. Exercises include warm-up drills, stretching, basic calisthenics, running, foot marches, and swimming fundamentals. Students will learn to set their own physical fitness goals. Generally a self-paced course, the group dynamics will also help students improve physically.
MLSC 101: Basic Leadership I: Leadership and Personal Development
Wednesday, 2:45 – 3:35 and Thursday, 6:00 – 8:00am
This 1 Hour course is the foundation for the Army ROTC Basic Course (the first two years of the Army ROTC program). It consists of a classroom portion and a leadership laboratory portion. MLSC101 introduces Cadets and students to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Cadets learn how the personal development of life skills such as critical thinking, goal setting, time management, physical fitness, and stress management relate to leadership, officership, and the Army profession. The focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army leader attributes and core leader competencies while gaining a big-picture understanding of ROTC, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student. Cadets who wish to continue on into the Advanced Course of Army ROTC (the last two years of ROTC) must complete or have credit for MLSC101.
MLSC 201: Basic Leadership II: Innovative Team Leadership General Elective Credit
Wednesday, 4:15 – 6:45 and Thursday, 6:00 – 8:00am
This 2 Hour course is the continuation of the Army ROTC Basic Course. Students can take it simultaneously with MLSC 101. It consists of a classroom portion and a leadership laboratory portion. The lab portion is the same lab for MLSC 101, so students do not have to take 2 labs when taking MLSC 101 and 201 simultaneously. MLSC 201 explores the dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles by examining team dynamics and two historical leadership theories that form the basis of the Army Leadership Requirements Model (trait and behavior theories). Students practice aspects of personal motivation and team building in the context of planning, executing, and assessing team exercises and participating in leadership labs. Focus is on continued development of the knowledge of leadership values and attributes through an understanding of Army rank, structure, and duties, and basic aspects of land navigation and squad tactics. Students who wish to continue on into the Advanced Course of Army ROTC (the last two years of ROTC) must complete or have credit for MLSC201.