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.