4000

MSCI 4001 develops student proficiency in planning, executing, and assessing complex operations, functioning as a member of a staff, and providing leadership-performance feedback to subordinates. Students are given situational opportunities to assess risk, make ethical decisions, and provide coaching to fellow ROTC students. MSL IV Cadets are measured by their ability both to give and receive systematic and specific feedback on leadership abilities. Cadets at the MSL IV level analyze and evaluate the leadership values, attributes, skills, and actions of MSL III Cadets while simultaneously considering their own leadership skills. Weekly requirements: three hours and 2 hour 45 minute leadership lab, plus required participation in three to five one-hour sessions of physical fitness training. Staff meetings with peers and participation in weekend exercises is also required.

Open only to students in the associated Military Science course. Series with different roles for students at different levels in the program. Involves leadership responsibilities for the planning, coordination, execution and evaluation of various training and activities with Basic Course students and for the ROTC program as a whole. Students develop, practice and refine leadership skills by serving and being evaluated in a variety of responsible positions.

MSCI 4002 explores dynamics of leading in the complex situations of current military operations in the COE. Cadets examine differences in customs and courtesies, military law, principals of war, and rules of engagement in the face of international terrorism. They also explore aspects of interacting with nongovernmental organizations, civilians on the battlefield, and host nation support. The course also places significant emphasis on preparing Cadets for their first unit of assignment. It uses case studies, scenarios, and "What Now, Lieutenant?" exercises to prepare Cadets to face the complex ethical and practical demands of leading as commissioned officers in the United States Army. Attention is given to preparation for BOLC II and the development of leadership abilities. Weekly requirements: three hours and 2 hour 45 minute leadership lab, plus required participation in three to five one-hour sessions of physical fitness training. Staff meetings with peers and participation in weekend exercises is also required.

Open only to students in the associated Military Science course. Series with different roles for students at different levels in the program. Involves leadership responsibilities for the planning, coordination, execution and evaluation of various training and activities with Basic Course students and for the ROTC program as a whole. Students develop, practice and refine leadership skills by serving and being evaluated in a variety of responsible positions.