Military Science Classes
Basic Course (Freshmen & Sophomores)
Freshman Fall Semester
MLSC 101 & 101L: Foundations of Officership & Leadership Lab
I
This course and associated leadership laboratory is the starting point for Freshman Cadets. These classes teach issues and
competencies central to a commissioned officer's responsibilities. The provide cadets with an of understanding officership,
leadership, Army values and life skills, such as physical fitness and time management. The associated leadership lab is full of
challenging, rewarding, and practical activities in military skill development. The development of confidence and learning the
importance of teamwork in goal accomplishment is taught throughout. Cadets will learn and participate in rappelling, land
navigation and map reading, marksmanship, survival training, personal defense activities, survival swimming, military weapons,
military drill, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and first aid.
Freshman Spring Semester
MLSC 102 & 102L Basic Leadership & Leadership Lab
II
The second semester of the Freshman year concentrates on the foundations of leadership: problem
solving, communications, military briefings, effective writing, goal setting, physical well being, techniques to improving
listening and speaking skills, and counseling. The leadership lab continues during the spring semester for all cadets.
Sophomore Fall Semester
MLSC 201 & 201L Individual Leadership Studies & Lab
III
Sophomore cadets receive an introduction to replicating successful leadership characteristics through observations during
experiential learning exercises. Cadets record characteristics, discuss them in small group settings, and use them in subsequent
activities. The also practice communication skills necessary for leadership roles, especially in military environments. The
sophomore year leadership laboratory continues to help with the development of confidence, military skills, and a sense of
teamwork. Cadets may be selected to fill leadership positions in the cadet corps. The variety of activities parallel those during
the first year of laboratory.
Sophomore Spring Semester
MLSC 202 & 202L Leadership and Teamwork & Lab IV
Cadets learn skills for building successful teams, methods to influence group actions, effective communications
within groups, creativity in problem solving, and how to motivate subordinates and peers. Using these skills in the context of
military environments, such as while performing land navigation and basic infantry tactics.
Leader's Training Course (For those who did not complete all or some classes above)
Haven't taken some of the classes above? It's not too
late!
Students who have not completed the first two years of classes (students who join the program after their freshman year have the
option of taking the first and second year courses concurrently) must successfully complete the Leader's Training Course the
summer before entering the MLSC 300 level classes. Students are paid travel expenses to and from LTC and receive approximately
$700 pay and free room and board. No military or ROTC obligation is incurred by LTC attendance. For more information visit:
http://leadertrainingcourse.com/about-ltc/
Advanced Course (Juniors & Seniors)
Junior Fall Semester
MLSC 301 & 301L Leadership and Problem Solving & Leadership Laboratory
V
Cadets will conduct self-assessments of leadership style, develop a personal fitness regimen, and plan and
conduct individual/small unit tactical training, while testing reasoning and problem solving techniques. Cadets receive direct
feedback on leadership abilities from the cadre (faculty). Cadets will experience placement in leadership positions within the
cadet corps organization, providing a greater challenge while building on the confidence and skills developed during the basic
course. A concentration on physical conditioning and the furthering of military skill development particularly with respect to
small unit tactics and individual military weapons is stressed. Practical exercises in preparation for LDAC (see below) and the
leadership responsibilities of final year will be held.
HIST 303/803 United States Military History, 1607-1917 or HIST 304/804 United States
Military History Since 1917
Either of these two courses satisfies the mandatory military history requirement of the advanced program. They may be taken any
time during the Cadet's Junior or Senior years. The first course covers the significance of military affairs in the context of
American political, economic, and social history from the formation of the earliest colonial militias to the pre-WWI preparedness
movement. The second course covers from America's entry into WWI to the present. These courses discuss all of the major wars of
these periods but also emphasizes such themes as the professionalization of the officer corps, the relationship between war and
technology, and civil-military relations.
Junior Spring Semester
MLSC 302 & 302L Leadership and Ethics & Leadership Laboratory
VI
This course stresses role of communications, values, and ethics in effective leadership. Cadets learn ethical
decision making, consideration of others, spirituality in the military, and the Army leadership doctrine. Cadets will improve
oral and written communications skills.
Leader Development and Assessment Course
Leadership Development and Assessment Course (LDAC)
Advanced course students must attend LDAC normally during the summer between their junior and senior year. At the
discretion of the Professor of Military Science, attendance may be postponed until the end of the advanced course. LDAC consists
of practical application of instruction that has been given at the University. Students fire weapons, practice land navigation,
and employ tactics they have learned. Cadets are evaluated in a variety of potentially stressful leadership situations.
Leadership is emphasized. Students are paid travel expenses to and from the course and, in addition, receive pay of approximately
$700 while there. All accommodations, clothing, and food are furnished.
Senior Fall Semester
MLSC 401 & 401L Leadership and Management & Leadership Laboratory
VII
Cadets will learn and refine proficiencies in planning and executing complex operations, functioning as a member
of a staff, and mentoring subordinates. Training management, methods of effective staff collaboration, and developmental
counseling techniques will also be taught. The Leadership workshop will provide the opportunity to practice leadership and
managerial skills through practical application. Leadership laboratory programs are developed, planned, and conducted by the
students registered in these workshops.
Senior Spring Semester
MLSC 402 & 402L Officership & Leadership Laboratory VIII
Cadets will do case study analysis of military law and practical exercises in establishing an ethical
command climate. Cadets will also complete a semester long Senior Leadership Project that requires: plan, organize, collaborate,
analyze, and demonstrate leadership skills.
Graduate Students
Graduate Students may participate in ROTC with four semesters or more remaining toward an advanced degree. The Military Science coursework requirements are handled on a case by case basis. Please contact the Big Red Battalion for more information.