Freshman | Fall Semester

Course Overview

MS 101 introduces Cadets to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Cadets learn how the personal development of life skills such as critical thinking, goal setting, time management, stress management, and physical/mental fitness (resiliency training) relate to leadership, officership, and the Army profession.

The focus is on developing a basic knowledge and comprehension of Army leadership dimensions while gaining a broad understanding of the ROTC program, its purpose within the Army, and its benefits for the student.

Course Objectives

Leadership

  • Explain the importance of time management
  • Understand how time management impacts Troop Leading Procedures

Personal Development

  • Develop short & long-term goals for a personal health and fitness program
  • Define the basic elements of time and stress management
  • Identify the benefits of resiliency awareness in a personal fitness program

Values and Ethics

  • Explain the Warrior Ethos
  • List and define the Seven Army Values

Officership

  • Explain the importance of being a model citizen as an Army officer
  • React to passing colors, National music, and approaching officers
  • Identify Army customs, courtesies, and Cadet rank structure
  • Understand the impact of CULP on leader development

Tactics and Techniques

  • Identify symbols and colors on a military map
  • Work effectively in teams with fellow Cadets

Military Science

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