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of Army rank, structure, and duties and basic aspects of land navigation and squad tactics. Case studiesprovide tangible context for learning the Soldier’s Creed and Warrior Ethos as they apply in theContemporary Operating Environment (COE). Two (2) lecture hours per week. This course is offeredevery fall semester.MSC 202 FOUNDATIONS OF TACTICAL LEADERSHIP2 s.h.Examines the challenges of leading tactical teams in the complex COE. The course highlights dimensionsof terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders. Further study of the theoretical basis of the Armyleadership framework explores the dynamics of adaptive leadership in the context of military operations.MSC 202 provides a smooth transition into MSC 301. Cadets develop greater self awareness as they assesstheir own leadership styles and practice communication and team building skills. COE case studies giveinsight into the importance and practice of teamwork and tactics in real-world scenarios. Two (2) lecturehours per week. This course is offered every spring semester.MSC 250 LEADERS TRAINING COURSE3 s.h.An intensive practical application of leadership and military skills to satisfy basic course prerequisite forenrollment into the Advanced ROTC Program Courses leading to commissioning as an officer in the U.S.Army upon graduation. Four week summer program at Fort Knox, KY for students from universities andcolleges throughout the nation.ADVANCED ROTC PROGRAM COURSESOnly contracted Army ROTC Cadets may enroll in the advance course of military science. Cadets inthe advanced courses are required to participate in leadership labs and physical training sessions. Seniorsfill leadership positions within the Cadet chain of command and are responsible for the planning andexecution of all Cadet functions and events.MSC 301 ADAPTIVE TEAM LEADERSHIP3 s.h.Challenges Cadets to study, practice, and evaluate adaptive leadership skills as they are presented with thedemands of preparing for the ROTC Leadership Development Assessment Course (LDAC). Challengingscenarios related to small unit tactical operations are used to develop self awareness and critical thinkingskills. Cadets receive systematic and specific feedback on their leadership abilities. Cadets at the MSC IIIlevel begin to analyze and evaluate their own leadership values, attributes, skills, and actions. Primaryattention is given to preparation for LDAC and the development of leadership abilities. Three (3) lecturehours and one (1) laboratory hour per week. This course is offered every fall semester.MSC 302 LEADERSHIP IN CHANGING ENVIRONMENTS3 s.h.Uses increasingly intense situational leadership challenges to build Cadet awareness and skills in leadingtactical operations. Having learned squad-level tactics in MSC 301, Cadets now learn to lead up to platoonlevel. Cadets review aspects of combat, stability, and support operations. They also conduct militarybriefings and develop proficiency in garrison operation orders. The focus is on exploring, evaluating, anddeveloping skills in decision making, persuading, and motivating team members in the COE. MSC 302Cadets are evaluated on what they know and do as leaders as they prepare to attend LDAC. Three (3)lecture hours and one (1) laboratory hour per week. This course is offered every spring semester.MSC 350 APPLIED MILITARY LEADERSHIP3 s.h.The ROTC Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC) or operation WARRIOR FORGE is themost important training event for an Army ROTC Cadet or National Guard Officer Candidate. The 33-daytraining event at Fort Lewis, WA, incorporates a wide range of subjects designed to develop and evaluateleadership ability. The challenges are rigorous and demanding, both mentally and physically. WARRIORFORGE tests intelligence, common sense, ingenuity and stamina. These challenges provide a newperspective on an individual’s ability to perform exacting tasks and to make difficult decisions indemanding situations. WARRIOR FORGE places each Cadet and officer candidate in a variety ofleadership positions, many of which simulate stressful combat situations. In each position, Cadets willreceive evaluations from platoon tactical and counseling (TAC) officers and noncommissioned officers. In157