Military Science (MSCI)

This two hour mandatory laboratory applies and reinforces classroom instruction with outdoor, hands on training on campus. In addition, it provides an opportunity to experience unique training opportunities unavailable to the general public at nearby Camp Bullis, and other local military installations.

Restrictions: Prerequisite: MSCI 1301*.* May be taken concurrently.Graduate level students may not enroll.

This two hour mandatory laboratory applies and reinforces classroom instruction with outdoor, hands on training on campus. In addition, it provides an opportunity to experience unique training opportunities unavailable to the general public at nearby Camp Bullis, and other local military installations.

Restrictions: Prerequisite: MSCI 1302*.* May be taken concurrently.Graduate level students may not enroll.

This course introduces Students to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Students learn how the personal development of life skills such as critical thinking, time management, goal setting, stress management, and comprehensive fitness relate to leadership, and the Army profession.

Restrictions: Prerequisite: MSCI 1001*.* May be taken concurrently.Graduate level students may not enroll.

This course introduces Students to the professional challenges and competencies that are needed for effective execution of the profession of arms and Army communication. Through this course, Students will learn how Army ethics and values shape the army and the specific ways that these ethics are inculcated into Army culture.

Restrictions: Prerequisite: MSCI 1301.Graduate level students may not enroll.

This two hour mandatory laboratory applies and reinforces classroom instruction with outdoor, hands-on training on campus. In addition, it provides an opportunity to experience unique training opportunities unavailable to the general public at nearby Camp Bullis, and other local military installations.

Restrictions: Prerequisite: MSCI 2301*.* May be taken concurrently.Graduate level students may not enroll.

This two hour mandatory applies and reinforces classroom instruction with outdoor, hands-on training on campus. In addition, it provides an opportunity to experience unique training opportunities unavailable to the general public at nearby Camp Bullis, and other local military installations.

Restrictions: Prerequisite: MSCI 2302*.* May be taken concurrently.Graduate level students may not enroll.

This is an academically challenging course where Students will study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of Army Leadership, Officership, Army Values, and Ethics, and Personal Development, and small unit tactics at the squad level. Students are required to demonstrate writing skills and present information briefing in preparation for becoming a successful future U.S. Army officer.

Restrictions: Graduate level students may not enroll.

This course examines the challenges of leading teams in the complex operational environment. This course highlights dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders. Further study of the theoretical basis of the Army Leadership Requirements Model explores the dynamics of adaptive leadership in the context of military operations. Students develop greater self-awareness as they assess their own leadership styles and practice communication and team building skills.

Restrictions: * May be taken concurrently.Graduate level students may not enroll.

This two hour mandatory applies and reinforces classroom instruction with outdoor, hands-on training on campus. In addition, it provides an opportunity to experience unique training opportunities unavailable to the general public at nearby Camp Bullis, and other local military installations.

Restrictions: Prerequisite: MSCI 3301*.* May be taken concurrently.Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Junior.Graduate level students may not enroll.

This two hour mandatory applies and reinforces classroom instruction with outdoor, hands-on training on campus. In addition, it provides an opportunity to experience unique training opportunities unavailable to the general public at nearby Camp Bullis, and other local military installations.

Restrictions: Prerequisite: MSCI 3302*.* May be taken concurrently.Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Junior.Graduate level students may not enroll.

This course introduces students to Military Mission Planning, the Army Operations Order Process, Military Land Navigation, the Tenants of Mission Command and the tactical skills and knowledge needed to lead at the squad and platoon level. At the conclusion of this course, students will be capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating, and leading a squad and platoon in the execution of a mission during a classroom PE, a Leadership Lab, or during a Leader Training Exercise (LTX). Students will receive feedback on their abilities as a leader and how to improve those leader skills that they can be further developed into a successful U.S. Army officer.

Restrictions: Prerequisite: MSCI 3001*.* May be taken concurrently.Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Junior.Graduate level students may not enroll.

This course continues to build on the skills and fundamentals taught and discussed during MSC 3001. Students will continue to build on the skills and fundamentals of Army Leadership, Officership, Army Values and Ethics, Personal Development, and small unit tactics at the platoon level. At the conclusion of this course, students will be capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating, and leading a platoon in the execution of a mission during classroom PE, Leadership Lab, or during a Leader Training Exercise (LTX). Successful completion of this course prepares students for the ROTC Cadet Leader Course (CLC), which they will attend in the summer at Fort Knox, KY.

Restrictions: * May be taken concurrently.Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Junior.Graduate level students may not enroll.

The purpose of this course is to survey and analyze the American military experience from its colonial origins to today’s “war on terrorism.” As a class, students will reach this goal primarily by means of reading, writing, simulating, and analyzing, and discussing American Military History and by visiting museums and preserved battlefields. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

Restrictions: Graduate level students may not enroll.

This two hour mandatory applies and reinforces classroom instruction with outdoor, hands-on training on campus. Under the supervision of the Professor of Military Science, Senior Cadets are trained to forecast plan resource and execute training events and venues for the entire ROTC Battalion. In addition, it provides an opportunity to experience unique training opportunities unavailable to the general public at nearby Camp Bullis, and other local military installations.

Restrictions: Prerequisite: MSCI 4301*.* May be taken concurrently.Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Senior.Graduate level students may not enroll.

This two hour mandatory applies and reinforces classroom instruction with outdoor, hands-on training on campus. Under the supervision of the Professor of Military Science, Senior Cadets are trained to forecast plan resource and execute training events and venues for the entire ROTC Battalion. In addition, it provides an opportunity to experience unique training opportunities unavailable to the general public at nearby Camp Bullis, and other local military installations.

Restrictions: Prerequisite: MSCI 4302*.* May be taken concurrently.Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Senior.Graduate level students may not enroll.

This course consists of performance-oriented instruction and preparation for commissioning. Under the guidance of the professor of Military Science, this course allows for additional development of students’ ability to plan, coordinate, and direct the efforts of Army small-unit organizations in the execution of tactical missions; planning and execution of leadership laboratories. Consent of instructor.

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This is an advanced course that places primary emphasis on Officership with our Senior Students. The overall objective of this course is to focus on the leadership development, critical thinking and final preparation for commissioning as U.S. Army 2nd Lieutenant.

Restrictions: * May be taken concurrently.Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Senior.Graduate level students may not enroll.

This course places significant emphasis on preparing Cadets for their Officer Basic Course, and their first unit of assignment. Cadets explore military professional ethics and ethical decision making process and how it applies to a complex operational environment. Cadets gain practical experience in cadet battalion leadership roles, demonstrate personnel skills in operations and communications develop and evaluate junior students and gain an understanding of the contemporary military operating environment.

Restrictions: * May be taken concurrently.Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Senior.Graduate level students may not enroll.

This course consists of performance-oriented instruction and preparation for commissioning. Under the guidance of the PMS this course allows for additional development of students’ ability to plan, coordinate, and direct the efforts of Army small unit organizations in the execution of tactical missions; planning and execution of leadership laboratories.

Restrictions: Prerequisite: MSCI 4302.Graduate level students may not enroll.