MS 1001-1002. Military Science I, Basic
Course/(1-1).F;S. 


Initial classes focus on time management,
successful note taking, good study habits, and
other student survival skills. Follow on topics
include basic military subjects with emphasis on
US Army and ROTC organization, objectives of the
Army, leadership and management, individual
weapons and marksmanship, Army values, evolution
of weapons and tactics, rules of warfare.


Leadership Laboratory (2 hours)  Consists of skill
training and confidence building in subjects such
as rappelling, stream crossing, assault boat
training, aircraft orientation, military weapons
firing, night compass course, orienteering, and
other selected subjects. Leadership Laboratory is
encouraged but not required to take MS 1001-1002.




MS 1101. Army Physical Fitness I/(1).F.


This course, along with MS 1102, is specifically
designed to prepare Army ROTC cadets to meet and
exceed the physical fitness requirements of the
Army. The course satisfies Cadet Command's
requirements that all contracted cadets receive
physical training and maintain the Army's
individual fitness standards. It is highly
recommended that this course be taken in the MS
III (junior) year in preparation for ROTC Advanced
Camp. The course is open to non-ROTC students.
(CORE: PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/WELLNESS)




MS 1102. Army Physical Fitness II/(1).S.


This course is a continuation of MS 1101, with
more emphasis on student-led exercise sessions.
Like MS 1101, this course is specifically designed
to prepare Army ROTC cadets to meet and exceed the
physical requirements of the Army. It satisfies
Cadet Command's requirements that all contracted
ROTC cadets receive physical training and maintain
the Army's individual fitness standards. It is
highly recommended that this course be taken in
the MS III (junior) year in preparation for ROTC
Advanced Camp. This course is also open to
non-ROTC students. (CORE: PHYSICAL
ACTIVITY/WELLNESS)




MS 2001-2002. Military Science II, Basic
Course/(2-2).F;S.


Use of maps and compass for land navigation. First
aid techniques; military written and oral
communications; leadership principles and
techniques; small unit tactical operations.
Prerequisites: MS 1001-1002 or permission of
department chairperson. Lecture two hours,
laboratory two hours. This course may be taken in
conjunction with MS 1001-1002.




MS 2003. ROTC Leadership Course, Basic
Course/(5).SS.


Normally taken the summer following sophomore year
in lieu of the first two years of ROTC. This
course fulfills the requirements for entry into
the ROTC Advanced program and students incur no
obligation. Additionally, students are paid
approximately $750 plus travel to attend. Training
is conducted at a designated US Army installation.
This training provides cadets with practical
experience in leadership and management and the
subjects covered in Military Science I and
Military Science II. To receive the five hours
credit, a student must register and pay a fee to
the University. Prerequisite: completion of
sophomore year of college, and a cumulative GPA of
2.0.




MS 2500. Independent Study/(1-4).F;S.




MS 3001-3002. Military Science III, Advanced
Course/(3-3).F;S.


Leadership, military principles of instruction,
small unit tactics, communication and pre-camp
orientation. Prerequisite: successful completion
of the basic course or its equivalent as approved
by the professor of military science. Selection by
the department. Lecture three hours, laboratory
two hours.




MS 3003. ROTC Summer Camp, Advanced Course/(4).SS.


Usually taken summer following junior year.
Training is conducted at a designated US Army
installation. Students attending receive
approximately $700 plus travel expenses. This
training provides cadets with practical experience
in leadership, military teaching, weapons,
qualifications, and communications. To receive the
four hours of credit, a student must register and
pay a fee at the University. Prerequisites:
successful completion of MS 3001-3002.




MS 3004. US Military History/(3).F;S.


Survey of American military history from colonial
period to present day defense issues. Study of the
American attitude toward war, the European
influence, civil-military relationships and the
impact of technology on operations and tactics.
May be taken by non-cadets for elective course
credit without military obligations. No leadership
laboratory required.




MS 3500. Independent Study/(1-4).F;S.




MS 3520. Instructional Assistance/(1).F;S.


A supervised experience in the instructional
process on the university level through direct
participation in a classroom situation. Grading
will be on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis
only. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing. May
be repeated for a total credit of three semester
hours. Approved contract required.




MS 3530-3549. Selected Topics/(1-4).On Demand.




MS 4001-4002. Military Science IV, Advanced
Course/(3-3).F;S.


A study of the officer personnel management
system, Army administration, military law, staff
operations and procedures, logistics, personal
affairs, service customs, and officer orientation.
MS IV cadets normally serve as cadet officers in
the cadet corps and are responsible for the
leadership laboratory instruction. Prerequisite:
MS 3001-3002 or permission of chairperson of
military science. Lecture three hours, laboratory
two hours.