MILITARY SCIENCE AND LEADERSHIP COURSES (MSL)

Basic Course

The ROTC Basic Course provides an introduction to the purpose and history of the United States Army, training in fundamental military skills, principles of instructional techniques, classroom and practical training in leadership. Enrollment in Basic Course classes is open to all full-time students, male and female, regardless of intentions to continue in ROTC or to pursue a commission. There is no military obligation incurred for Basic Course attendance by non-ROTC scholarship students. Full academic credit is given for all ROTC basic courses. Each enrollment and satisfactory completion in MSL 1012, 1022, 2012, and 2022 will satisfy 1 hour of Physical Education Activity for General Education requirements. To qualify for enrolment in the Advanced Course, a student must complete 8 hours of Basic Courses credits, through any of the following combinations: Completion of all 1000 and 2000 level courses, placement credit received from the Professor of Military Science for prior military service or JROTC leadership experience, or completion of MSL 2002-8, Leader's Training Course. Students receive a subsistence allowance while attending the Leader's Training course (MSL 2002-8).

1011 FOUNDATIONS OF OFFICERSHIP LAB, 1 hour credit
Leadership laboratory is a weekly period emphasizing practical application of leadership and military skills. Activities include: rifle marksmanship, map reading and land navigation, team building exercises, physical conditioning and small unit tactics. The availability of an outdoor training area on campus, and the proximity of Fort Sill, allow students to get out of the classroom and apply the skills they have learned in fast paced exercises. Participation in Leadership Lab and Ph ysical Fitness training is optional for “Non-Contracted” cadets (but highly encouraged); Mandatory for “Contracted” cadets. Prerequisite: Foundations of Officership MSL 1012 or concurrent enrollment. MSL 1012 must be successfully completed before credit is given in this course.

1012 FOUNDATION OF OFFICERSHIP, 2 hours credit
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. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours*.
*Participation in Leadership Lab and Physical Fitness training is optional for 'Non-Contracted' cadets (but highly encouraged); Mandatory for 'Contracted' cadets.

1021 BASIC LEADERSHIP LAB, 1 hour credit
Leadership laboratory is a weekly period emphasizing practical application of leadership and military skills. Activities include: rifle marksmanship, map reading and land navigation, team building exercises, physical conditioning and small unit tactics. The availability of an outdoor training area on campus, and the proximity of Fort Sill, allow students to get out of the classroom and apply the skills they h ave learned in fast paced exercises. Participation in Leadership Lab and Physical Fitness training is optional for “Non-Contracted” cadets (but highly encouraged); Mandatory for “Contracted” cadets. Prerequisite: Basic Leadership MSL 1022 or concurrent enrollment. MSL 1022 must be successfully completed before credit is given in this course.

1022 BASIC LEADERSHIP, 2 hours credit
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 an introduction to counseling. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours*.
*Participation in Leadership Lab and Physical Fitness training is optional for 'Non-Contracted' cadets (but highly encouraged); Mandatory for 'Contracted' cadets.

2011 INDIVIDUAL LEADERSHIP LAB, 1 hour credit
Leadership laboratory is a weekly period emphasizing practical application of leadership and military skills. Activities include: rifle marksmanship, map reading and land navigation, team building exercises, physical conditioning and small unit tactics. The availability of an outdoor training area on campus, and the proximity of Fort Sill, allow students to get out of the classroom and apply the skills they have learned in fast paced exercises. Participation in Leadership Lab and Physical Fitness training is optional for “Non-Contracted” cadets (but highly encouraged); Mandatory for “Contracted” cadets. Prerequisite: Individual Leadership Studies, MSL 2012 or concurrent enrollment. MSL 2012 must be successfully completed before credit is given in this course.

2012 INDIVIDUAL LEADERSHIP STUDIES, 2 hours credit
Students identify successful leadership characteristics through observation of others and self through experimental learning exercises. Students record observed traits (good and bad) in a dimensional leadership journal and discuss observations in small group settings. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours*. *Participation in Leadership Lab and Physical Fitness training is optional for 'Non-Contracted' cadets (but highly encouraged); Mandatory for 'Contracted' cadets.

2021 LEADERSHIP AND TEAMWORK LAB, 1 hour credit
Leadership laboratory is a weekly period emphasizing practical application of leadership and military skills. Activities include: rifle marksmanship, map reading and land navigation, team building exercises, physical conditioning and small unit tactics. The availability of an outdoor training area on campus, and the proximity of Fort Sill, allow students to get out of the classroom and apply the skills they have learned in fast paced exercises. Participation in Leadership Lab and Physical Fitness training is optional for “Non-Contracted” cadets (but highly encouraged); Mandatory for “Contracted” cadets. Prerequisite: Leadership and Teamwork, MSL 2022 or concurrent enrollment. MSL 2022 must be successfully completed before credit is given in this course.

2022 LEADERSHIP AND TEAMWORK, 2 hours credit
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. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours*.
*Participation in Leadership Lab and Physical Fitness training is optional for 'Non-Contracted' cadets (but highly encouraged); Mandatory for 'Contracted' cadets.

2032 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN MILITARY SCIENCE, 2 hours credit
This course is available only to students with scheduling conflicts which prevent their completion of another lower division Military Science course. Content will duplicate the content of the course it replaces. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory required if student is a contracted cadet.

2002-8 LEADER�S TRAINING COURSE (BASIC CAMP), 2-8 hours credit
A four week opportunity to develop new skills, to grow personally and to qualify for enrollment in Army ROTC advanced courses. The Leader's Training Course is a world-class leadership development program that will instill self-confidence and provide leadership skills for life. Prerequisite: Permission of the Professor of Military Science.

Advanced Course

The Advanced Course, consists of MSL 3013, 3023, 4004, 4013 and 4023. Cadets normally attend Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC) (MSL 4004) during the summer between their junior and senior years. It is open only to students who have completed the Basic Course, Leader's Training Course or for whom the Professor of Military Science has approved placement credit based on prior military service. The Advanced Course is designed to qualify a student for a commission as an officer in the United States Army. Students must qualify physically, mentally and morally prior to enrollment. They must complete all courses in sequence unless otherwise approved by the Professor of Military Science. Students receive full academic credit, to include 4 credits for the Leader Development and Assessment Course, and may declare a minor in Military Science (as approved by the Professor of Military Science). Students receive a stipend during the school year and veterans may draw the ROTC stipend and VA educational benefits concurrently. The Advanced Course emphasizes practical exercises in leadership.

3011 LEADERSHIP AND PROBLEM SOLVING LAB, 1 hour credit
Leadership laboratory is a weekly period emphasizing practical application of leadership and military skills. Activities include: rifle marksmanship, map reading and land navigation, team building exercises, physical conditioning and small unit tactics. The availability of an outdoor training area on campus, and the proximity of Fort Sill, allow students to get out of the classroom and apply the skills they have learned in fast paced exercises. Attendance is mandatory for Juniors and Seniors. Prerequisite: Leadership and Problem Solving MSL 3013 or concurrent enrollment. MSL 3013 must be successfully completed before credit is given in this course.

3013 LEADERSHIP AND PROBLEM SOLVING, 3 hours credit
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. Participation in Physical Fitness training, Leadership Lab, and one weekend Field Training Exercise is required. Lecture 3 hours, Leadership Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: Completion of Military Science Basic Courses or placement credit for the Basic Courses and permission of the Professor of Military Science.

3021 LEADERSHIP AND ETHICS LAB, 1 hour credit
Leadership laboratory is a weekly period emphasizing practical application of leadership and military skills. Activities include: rifle marksmanship, map reading and land navigation, team building exercises, physical conditioning and small unit tactics. The availability of an outdoor training area on campus, and the proximity of Fort Sill, allow students to get out of the classroom and apply the skills they have learned in fast paced exercises. Mandatory attendance for Juniors and Seniors. Prerequisite: Leadership and Ethics MSL 3023 or concurrent enrollment. MSL 3023 must be successfully completed before credit is given in this course.

3023 LEADERSHIP AND ETHICS, 3 hours credit
Examines the role communications, values and ethics play in effective leadership. Topics include ethical decision-making, consideration of others, spirituality in the military, and survey Army leadership doctrine. Emphasis on improving oral and written communication abilities. Participation in Physical Fitness training, Leadership Lab, and one weekend Field Training Exercise is required. Lecture 3 hours, Leadership Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: Completion of Military Science Basic Courses or placement credit for the Basic Courses and permission of the Professor of Military Science.

4004 LEADER DEVELOPMENT AND ASSESSMENT COURSE (LDAC), 4 hours credit
A four-week camp conducted at an Army post. Open only to (and required of) students who have completed MSL 3013 and 3023. The Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC) environment is highly structured and demanding; stressing leadership at small unit levels under varying, challenging conditions. Individual leadership and basic skills performance are evaluated throughout camp. Qualified cadets may attend Airborne, Air Assault, Northern Warfare and Cadet Troop Leader Training between the end of LDAC and the beginning of the fall semester. Prerequisites: MSL 3013 and 3023.

4011 LEADERSHIP CHALLENGES/GOAL SETTING LAB, 1 hour credit
Leadership laboratory is a weekly period emphasizing practical application of leadership and military skills. Activities include: rifle marksmanship, map reading and land navigation, team building exercises, physical conditioning and small unit tactics. The availability of an outdoor training area on campus, and the proximity of Fort Sill, allow students to get out of the classroom and app ly the skills they hav e learned in fast paced exercises. Mandatory attendance for Juniors and Seniors. Prerequisite: Leadership Challenges/Goal Setting MSL 4013 or concurrent enrollment. MSL 4013 must be successfully completed before credit is given in this course.

4013 LEADERSHIP CHALLENGES AND GOAL-SETTING, 3 hours credit
Developes 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. Participation in Physical Fitness training, Leadership Lab, and one weekend Field Training Exercise is required. Lecture 3 hours, Leadership Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: Permission of the Professor of Military Science.

4021 OFFICERSHIP LAB, 1 hour credit
Leadership laboratory is a weekly period emphasizing practical application of leadership and military skills. Activities include: rifle marksmanship, map reading and land navigation, team building exercises, physical conditioning and small unit tactics. The availability of an outdoor training area on campus, and the proximity of Fort Sill, allow students to get out of the classroom and apply the skills they have learned in fast paced exercises. Attendance is mandatory for Juniors and Seniors. Prerequi site: Officership MSL 4023 or concurrent en rollment. MSL 402 3 must be successfully completed before credit is given in this course.

4023 OFFICERSHIP, 3 hours credit
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. Participation in Physical Fitness training, Leadership Lab, and one weekend Field Training Exercise is required. Lecture 3 hours, Leadership Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: Permission of the Professor of Military Science.

Leadership Laboratory

Leadership laboratory is a weekly period emphasizing practical application of leadership and military skills. Activities include: rifle marksmanship, map reading and land navigation, team building exercises, physical conditioning and small unit tactics. The availability of an outdoor training area on campus, and the proximity of Fort Sill, allow students to get out of the classroom and apply the skills they have learned in fast paced exercises. Attendance is optional for non-ROTC scholarship/non-contracted freshmen and sophomores, but they are always welcome and encouraged to attend. Attendance is mandatory for juniors and seniors.

Undergraduate Catalog

Department of Military Science

BASIC COURSE

MS I (Freshman Year)

MS II (Sophomore Year)

ADVANCED COURSE

MS III (Junior Year)

MS IV (Senior Year)

Scholarships

MILITARY SCIENCE AND LEADERSHIP COURSES (MSL)