BASIC COURSES

Foundations of Officership is a one credit hour class designed to introduce students to the fundamentals and traditions of the US Army. NO MILITARY OBLIGATION IS INCURRED by taking this class. The class includes First Aid/ Lifesaving Techniques, Rifle Marksmanship, and Rappelling. By the end of the course, students will have built leadership, self-confidence and learned valuable management skills associated with large businesses today. Students will also be knowledgeable on marksmanship and firearms safety. Students will also gain a better understanding of what it means to be an American Citizen and realize the sacrifices made by those that came before us on behalf of our freedom. Enrolling in MS 1011 opens the door of opportunity for entry into the ROTC Advanced Course the Junior year and possible commission as a Second Lieutenant in the US Army.

1011. (1 00 1 1) Foundations of Officership develops self-confidence through team study and activities in basic drill, physical fitness, rappelling, first-aid, basic rifle marksmanship, and making presentations. Fundamental concepts of professional leadership in both classroom and outdoor laboratory environments. One 8-week session for one credit hour. Also required leadership lab and optional (but encouraged) participation in 1-hour physical fitness session. (F)

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1021.(1 002 1) Basic Leadership develops self-confidence through physically and mentally challenging exercises with upper-division ROTC students. Individual and group communication skills and organizational ethical values for effective leadership. One 8-week session for one credit hour. Also required--leadership lab and optional (but encouraged) participation in 1-hour physical fitness session. (S)

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2032. (2 003 2) MSII-Self/Team Development Learn/apply ethics-based leadership skills that develop individual abilities and contribute to the building of effective teams of people. Develop skills in oral presentations, advanced first-aid, land navigation and basic military tactics. Learn fundamentals of ROTC's Leadership Assessment Program. Activity/lecture two hours per week. Requires enrollment in Leadership Laboratory, MS 2030. Participation in weekend exercises is optional for those students not on ROTC Scholarship. Prerequisites: both MSI courses. (F)

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Military Science 2042 is the continued study of the styles of leadership and it's practical application. Much more time is spent in the development of the operations Order and it's practical application in planning event driven training. Student's begin to take an active role in the chain of command as their abilities increase. Subjects taught during this course year include:

- First Aid
- Patrol Bases
- Navigation Skills
- Terrain Analysis
- Leadership styles
- Communications: Written, Hand & Arm, Oral, Electronic
- Conduct of the Raid and Attack
- The Troop Leading Procedures
- Proper conduct of rehearsal
- Counseling
- The NCOER and OER system

Prerequisites: MSL 2032 - Individual Leadership Studies. (S)

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2091-6. (2 009 1-6) MSI/II Leader's Training Course.  A four-week summer training event conducted at Fort Knox, KY. The student receives pay. Travel, lodging, and most meal costs are paid by the Army. The environment is rigorous, and in some ways similar to Army Basic Training. No military obligation is incurred. Open only to students who have not taken all of the basic course completion requirements, and who pass a physical examination (paid for by ROTC). Completion of basic camp qualifies a student for entry into the Advanced Course. Three different cycles are offered during the summer, but spaces are limited by the Army. Candidates can apply for a space any time during the school year prior to the summer. Arkansas State University will grant up to six hours of elective credit for successful completion of the ROTC Basic Camp. (SU)  Visit the website below to learn more: http://www.armyrotc.com/leaderstrainingcourse/

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3053. (3 005 3) MS III Special emphasis is placed on physical fitness and leadership training during this period in preparation for the ROTC National Advanced Leadership Camp. Lecture/activity three hours per week and participation in weekly leadership lab.  Also requires participation in three hours of physical training per week.  (F)

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3063. (3 006 3) MS III Special emphasis is placed on physical fitness and leadership training during this period in preparation for the ROTC National Advanced Leadership Camp. Lecture/activity three hours per week and participation in weekly leadership lab. Also requires participation in three hours of physical training per week.  (S)

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4073. (4 007 3) MS IV Lecture/activity three hours per week and participation in weekly leadership lab. Also requires participation in three hours of physical training per week.  (F)

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4083. (4 008 3) MS IV Lecture/activity three hours per week. and participation in weekly leadership lab. Also requires participation in three hours of physical training per week.  (S)

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