USF 1997-98 Undergraduate Catalog - Pages 245 - 246

MILITARY SCIENCE COURSES

Students not attending on an Army Scholarship may take the 1000 and 2000 level courses with no obligation to the Army. Army Scholarships and Service obligation options are discussed in class.

MIS 1000 ORGANIZATION OF THE ARMY AND ROTC (1)

Introduction, purpose, and obligation of the Army and ROTC. Introduction to military customs and traditions; rank structure and the role of an Army officer.

MIS 1400 FUNDAMENTALS OF LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT (1)

Basic leadership techniques and principles, professional ethics, senior-subordinate relationships, leadership problems, basic counseling and management techniques.

MIS 2601 MILITARY TRAINING MANAGEMENT AND INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES (1)

Develops an understanding of the fundamental concepts involved with methods of instruction, training management and curriculum development in the military. Actual student preparation and presentation of instruction will be an integral part of the course.

MIS 2610 LEADERSHIP ASSESSMENT (1)

Course will include an introduction to interpersonal skills required for effective leadership and diagnostic leadership assessment exercises. Topics will also include immediate first aid and injury prevention.

MIS 2601L LEADERSHIP LABORATORY (0)

Consists of two blocks of instruction per week and directly supports classroom instruction. Centered around hands-on experience which develops the student's potential. Includes instruction on drill and ceremonies; custom and courtesies, tactics, weapons and other related subjects.

MIS 3302 SMALL UNIT OPERATIONS (3)

PR: Permission of Department. Provides training required by junior officer to direct and coordinate individuals and small units in the execution of offensive and defensive tactical missions. Also provides exposure to military weapons and communications systems found at this level.

MIS 3404 LEADERSHIP FUNDAMENTALS - TACTICS AND CAMP PREPARATION (3)

PR: Permission of Department. Improves cadet proficiency in those military subjects necessary to meet minimum standards of technical competence and self-confidence required of a junior officer in the U.S. Army. Prepares cadets for participation at Advanced Camp. Major emphasis during course is placed on physical training and field training exercises.

MIS 4410 ARMY AS A PROFESSION (2)

PR: Permission of Department. Designed to prepare cadets for duty as commissioned officers. Instruction centers around proficiency/familiarization with the military justice system, military administration, the Officer Professional Management System, international laws of war, and principles of management/leadership.

MIS 4421 SEMINAR IN MILITARY LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT (3)

PR: Permission of Department. Provides a basic understanding of the professional soldier’s responsibilities to the Army and the nation. Attempts to improve ethical decision-making skills through an examination of the need for ethical conduct, greater awareness and sensitivity to ethical issues, and the opportunity to apply these abilities in real world case study situations. Included are seminars to acquaint the new lieutenant with his/her relationship to NCOs, company grade officers, and senior officers.

MIS 4930 ADVANCED DIRECTED STUDY AND RESEARCH (1-3)

PR: CI and permission of Professor of Military Science. Intensive individual study in a particular aspect of military science that is not covered in regular course offerings. Request for enrollment must be made prior to registration in the form of a written proposal. May be repeated for credit.

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Effective Date: Semester I, 1997