Military Science (MILS)

MILS 101. Military Leadership I. 0 to 1 Hours.

A basic orientation to ROTC and the U. S. Army. Course topics include leadership, military customs and courtesies, map reading, the profession of arms, the Army values, and healthy lifestyle. Leadership laboratory, one weekend leadership laboratory and Physical Training is required in addition to the weekly labs for contracted and scholarship cadets. Open to first- and second-year students or by permission of instructor.


MILS 102. Military Leadership I. 0 to 1 Hours.

A continuation of Military Science 101. Course topics include leadership, US Army unit overview, Army values, warrior ethos, communication and Army writing style. Leadership laboratory, one weekend leadership laboratory and physical training is required in addition to the weekly labs for contracted and scholarship cadets. Open to first- and second-year students or by permission of instructor. Note: contracted and scholarship cadets may volunteer for a fully-funded Army internship at various CONUS or OCONUS locations at the end of their first or second year of enrollment.

Prerequisite: MILS 101 with a minimum grade of D.


MILS 201. Military Leadership II. 0 to 2 Hours.

The study of the importance of character in leadership and decision making. Course topics include cultural awareness, leadership theory, analytical and critical thinking, problem solving, troop leading procedures and military ethics. Leadership laboratory, one weekend leadership laboratory and physical training is required in addition to the weekly labs for contracted and scholarship cadets. Open to second-year students with permission of instructor.

Prerequisite: MILS 102 with a minimum grade of C.


MILS 202. Military Leadership II. 0 to 2 Hours.

The study of basic Army operations and the application of military leading principles. Course topics include Army doctrine and symbols, offensive and defensive operations, team building, unified land operations, tactics, equal opportunity, first aid, and emergency preparedness. Leadership laboratory, one weekend leadership laboratory and physical training is required in addition to the weekly labs for contracted and scholarship cadets. Open to second-year students with permission of instructor. Note: contracted and scholarship cadets may volunteer for a fully-funded Army internship at various CONUS or OCONUS locations at the end of their first or second year of enrollment.

Prerequisite: MILS 201 with a minimum grade of C.


MILS 215. American Military History. 3 Hours.

A chronological review of the people, events, and trends that affected the development and employment of the United States Army from its colonial beginnings through the present. Students will combine directed readings, individual research, and classroom instruction to analyze themes from history to identify an 'American Way of War,' assess the manner in which it evolved, and project requirements for future change.


MILS 301. Military Leadership III. 3 Hours.

The study of advanced military leadership topics and the application of the war fighting functions. Course topics include squad and platoon level tactics, mission rehearsals, maneuver, mission command, individual Army briefs, and training management. One weekend leadership laboratory and physical training is required in addition to the weekly labs. Course is only available to students that are on scholarship or contracted cadets.

Prerequisite: MILS 202 with a minimum grade of C.


MILS 302. Military Leadership III. 3 Hours.

The study and application of situational leadership in a complex environment. Course topics include emotional intelligence, negotiating, platoon tactics, reconnaissance, motivating soldiers, and combat multipliers. One weekend leadership laboratory and physical training is required in addition to the weekly labs. Course is only available to students that are on scholarship or contracted cadets.

Prerequisite: MILS 301 with a minimum grade of C.


MILS 401. Military Leadership IV. 3 Hours.

A comprehensive study of leadership, training management, and the Army Officer Corps. Course topics include unit training management, risk management, training assessment, individual performance evaluation, diversity, resilience, self development, career planning, cultural awareness, and the law of land warfare. Additionally, senior cadets plan and execute staff functions for unit planning, training and administration. One weekend leadership laboratory and physical training is required in addition to the weekly labs. Course is only available to students that are on scholarship or contracted cadets.

Prerequisite: MILS 302 with a minimum grade of C.


MILS 402. Military Leadership IV. 3 Hours.

A comprehensive study of the contemporary operating environment, individual development, and company staff functions. Course topics include study of the geographic combatant commands, unified land operations, battle analysis, platoon leadership, unit operations, completion of a military staff ride and oral presentations. Additionally, senior cadets plan and execute staff functions for unit planning, training and administration. One weekend leadership laboratory and physical training is required in addition to the weekly labs. Course is only available to students that are on scholarship or contracted cadets.

Prerequisite: MILS 401 with a minimum grade of C.