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Undergraduate Record 2012-2013 [ARCHIVED RECORD]
ROTC: Courses
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ROTC
Air Science
AIRS 100 - Leadership Laboratory
A mandatory laboratory in leadership and followership development for AFROTC cadets. As a complement to the air science classes, this laboratory focuses on applying leadership principles and understanding leaders’ responsibilities while emphasizing the benefits of practical experience. (2 hrs.)
Prerequisite: Enrollment in Air Force ROTC.
Credits: 0
AIRS 101 - AFROTC Physical Training
Fulfills weekly physical training requirement for AFROTC cadets. Emphasis is placed on increasing cardio-vascular endurance through various forms of exercise, including, but not limited to, calisthenics, circuit training and running.
Credits: 0
AIRS 1100 - The Foundations of the U.S. Air Force
Introduces the United States Air Force and Air Force Reserve Officers’ Training Corps. Topics include mission and organization of the Air Force, officership and professionalism, military customs and courtesies, Air Force officer career opportunities. Corequisite: AIRS 100. (2 hrs)
Credits: 1
AIRS 1200 - The Foundations of the U.S. Air Force
Introduces the United States Air Force and Air Force Reserve Officers’ Training Corps. Topics include Air Force core values, leadership team building and communication skills. Corequisite: AIRS 100. (2 hrs.)
Credits: 1
AIRS 2100 - The Evolution of Air and Space Power
Examines general aspects of air and space power through a historical perspective, from the first balloons and dirigibles through the Korean War. Presents historical examples of the development of Air Force capabilities and missions to demonstrate the evolution of what has become today’s USAF air and space power. Investigates several fundamental truths associated with war in the third dimension (e.g., Principles of War and Tenets of Air and Space Power). Considers the general element and employment of air and space power from institutional, doctrinal, and historical perspectives. Discusses the importance of Air Force core values using operational examples and historical Air Force leaders. Continues to develop communication skills. Corequisite: AIRS 100. (2 hrs.)
Credits: 1
AIRS 2200 - The Evolution of Air and Space Power
Examines general aspects of air and space power through a historical perspective, from the Vietnam Conflict to the space-age global positioning systems used in today’s conflicts. Presents historical examples of the development of Air Force capabilities and missions to demonstrate the evolution of what has become today’s USAF air and space power. Investigates several fundamental truths associated with war in the third dimension (e.g., Principles of War and Tenets of Air and Space Power). Considers the general element and employment of air and space power from institutional, doctrinal, and historical perspectives. Discusses the importance of Air Force core values using operational examples and historical Air Force leaders. Continues to develop communication skills. Corequisite: AIRS 100. (2 hrs.)
Credits: 1
AIRS 3100 - Concepts of Air Force Leadership and Management
Focuses on the study of leadership, management fundamentals, professional knowledge, and communication skills required of an Air Force junior officer. Case studies are used to examine Air Force leadership and management situations as a means of demonstrating and exercising practical application of the concepts being studied.
Prerequisite: Officer Field Training attendance; corequisite: AIRS 100. (2 hrs.)
Credits: 3
AIRS 3200 - Concepts of Air Force Leadership and Management
Focuses on the study of leadership, management fundamentals, professional knowledge, Air Force personnel and evaluation systems, leadership ethics, and communication skills required of an Air Force junior officer. Case studies are used to examine Air Force leadership, core values, and military ethics as a means of demonstrating and exercising practical application of the concepts being studied.
Prerequisite: Officer Field Training attendance; corequisite: AIRS 100. (2 hrs.)
Credits: 3
AIRS 4100 - National Security Affairs/Preparation for Active Duty
Examines the national security process, constitutional provisions, advanced leadership ethics, joint operations, and Air Force doctrine. Topics include the military as a profession, officership, civilian control of the military, and current issues affecting the military. Emphasizes refining communication skills through cadet briefings.
Prerequisite: AIRS 3100 and/or 3200; corequisite: AIRS 100. (2 hrs.)
Credits: 3
AIRS 4200 - National Security Affairs/Preparation for Active Duty
Examines military law, regional studies, advanced leadership ethics, and Air Force doctrine. Topics include the military as a profession, officership, preparation for active duty, and current issues affecting the military. Emphasizes refining communication skills through cadet presentations.
Prerequisite: AIRS 3100 and/or 3200; corequisite: AIRS 100. (2 hrs.)
Credits: 3 Military Science
MISC 1010 - Leadership and Personal Development
This course introduces students to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Students learn how the personal development of life skills such as time management, physical fitness, and stress management relate to leadership, Officership, and Army operations. Focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Leadership Dimensions while gaining an understanding of the ROTC program.
Credits: 1
MISC 1015 - Introduction to Applied Military Leadership
Learn the basic military skills of land navigation, communication, and individual movement techniques. Understand the principles of followership as a member of a team.
Credits: 1
MISC 1020 - Introduction to Leadership
This course introduces students to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Students learn how the personal development of life skills such as time management, physical fitness, and stress management relate to leadership, Officership, and Army operations. Focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Leadership Dimensions while gaining an understanding of the ROTC program.
Credits: 1
MISC 1025 - Introduction to Applied Military Leadership
Apply the basic military skills as a member of a squad and platoon in situationally based training exercises.
Credits: 1
MISC 2010 - Foundations of Leadership
This course explores the dimensions of creative and innovative leadership strategies and styles by examining team dynamics, and trait and behavior leadership theories. Students practice aspects of personal motivation and team building in the context of planning, executing, and assessing team exercises. Focus is on development of the knowledge of leadership attributes and core leader competencies. Case studies provide context for learning.
Credits: 1
MISC 2015 - Intermediate Applied Military Leadership
Learn advanced military skills of land navigation, communications and collective movement techniques.
Credits: 1
MISC 2020 - Foundations of Leadership
This course explores the dimensions of creative and innovative leadership strategies and styles by examining team dynamics, and trait and behavior leadership theories. Students practice aspects of personal motivation and team building in the context of planning, executing, and assessing team exercises. Focus is on development of the knowledge of leadership attributes and core leader competencies. Case studies provide context for learning.
Credits: 1
MISC 2025 - Intermediate Applied Military Leadership
Apply advanced military skills as a member of a squad or platoon, serving as team leaders whenever possible in situationally based training exercises. Upon completion, each student is prepared to assume junior leadership positions within the battalion; training, mentoring and developing the first year cadets.
Credits: 1
MISC 3010 - Adaptive Team Leadership
Students will study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of leadership, values & ethics, personal development, and tactics. They will be capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating and leading a twelve person unit in the execution of a tactical mission in a field environment. Instructors will provide continued systematic and specific feedback on students’ leader attributes, values and core leader competencies.
Credits: 2
MISC 3015 - Advanced Applied Military Leadership
Learn the basics of planning and executing individual and collective training as team, squad and platoon leaders. Serve as the junior leadership of the cadet battalion.
Credits: 1
MISC 3020 - Applied Team Leadership
Students will study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of leadership, values & ethics, personal development, and tactics. They will be capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating and leading a twelve person unit in the execution of a tactical mission in a field environment. Instructors will provide continued systematic and specific feedback on students’ leader attributes, values and core leader competencies.
Credits: 2
MISC 3025 - Advanced Applied Military Leadership
Learn the basics of planning and executing situationally based training exercises as the squad, platoon, and company level leaders. Serve as the junior leadership of the cadet battalion. Upon completion, each student is prepared to successfully complete the Leadership Development and Assessment Course at Fort Lewis Washington and to assume primary leadership positions within the battalion; training, mentoring and developing the second year cadets.
Credits: 1
MISC 3458 - The Combat Experience - physical, psychological, and spiritual challenges
This course explores direct participation in military combat. It relies primarily on oral history gained from filmed, in-person interviews conducted by the instructor with combat veterans. Participants range from WW II to the current conflicts. The focus is on the unique physical, psychological, socio-cultural and spiritual challenges encountered. The course also examines the soldier’s reintegration into civilian life.
Credits: 3
MISC 3559 - New Course in Contemporary US Military History 9/11/01 to Present
This course examines the US military campaigns in Iraq, Afghanistan, and elsewhere since 9/11/2001 with a particular focus on modern military strategy and tactics. The course will include two virtual staff rides of the Battle of Wanat and Operation ANACONDA. Students will examine ethical dilemas posed by modern war and will also discuss how modern wars end. The instructor will leverage local veterans to serve as guest lecturers as appropriate.
Credits: 2
MISC 4010 - Adaptive Leadership
This course transitions the focus of student learning from being trained to learning how to train, mentor and evaluate underclass Cadets. Cadets will learn the duties and responsibilities of an Army officer and apply the Military Decision Making Process, Army writing style and the principles of the training management cycle. Cadets will assume Bn level leadership positions and be responsible for planning and executing all operations & training.
Credits: 2
MISC 4015 - Advanced Applied Military Leadership
Apply advanced planning and executing skills, attributes and knowledge; assess and critique individual military performance. Serve as the senior leadership of the cadet battalion.
Credits: 1
MISC 4020 - Leadership in a Complex World
Course explores the dynamics of leading in complex military situations. Students will examine military law, principles of war, and rules of engagement. They will explore aspects of interacting with non-government organizations, civilians, and host nation support. It uses case studies, scenarios, and exercises to prepare for the complex demands of leading. Students gain experience in leadership roles and evaluating leadership traits in others.
Credits: 2
MISC 4025 - Advanced Applied Military Leadership
Apply advanced planning and executing techniques and procedures in the development, execution and evaluation of situationally based training exercises. Serve as the senior leadership of the cadet battalion. Upon completion, each student is prepared for Army’s Basic Leadership Officer Course 2.
Credits: 1
MISC 4993 - Independent Study in Military History
Independent Study in Military History Prerequisite: Instructor permission required.
Credits: 3Naval Science
NASC 100 - Introduction to Naval Science
Surveys the histories of both the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. Introduces the Navy and Marine Corps as organizations and discusses particular customs, procedures, and policies of both services. Examines the nature of authority; issues of communication, productivity, and morale; and how a military organization adapts to change. Develops the student’s ability to function effectively within the structure of Military society.
Credits: 0
NASC 1100 - Seapower and Maritime Affairs
Surveys international maritime history and provides a review of American maritime history and policy. Examines American naval involvement in regional and global conflicts, evolution in technology and management, the role of the navies in foreign policy, and the influence of seapower on history. Discusses historical examples and current trends.
Credits: 3
NASC 2100 - Leadership and Management
Introduces fundamental concepts of leadership and management by reviewing the theories and parameters of leadership and management within and outside of the Naval Service and progressing through values development, interpersonal skills, management skills, and application theory. Practical applications are explored through experiential exercises, readings, case studies, and laboratory discussions.
Credits: 3
NASC 2200 - Navigation
Studies marine navigation and prepares Midshipmen to stand bridge watches on U.S. Navy ships. Topics include chart interpretation, piloting, tides and currents, electronic navigation, rules of the nautical road, and basic use of maneuvering boards.
Credits: 3
NASC 2210 - Navigation Laboratory
Practical application of navigation principles. Corequisite: NASC 2200.
Credits: 0
NASC 3100 - Naval Ships Systems I
An integrated presentation of naval ship design and operation, including closed and open thermodynamic cycles, efficiency and efficiency enhancement, major propulsion and support system components, operations and casualty response, electricity generation, electrical power distribution and conversion relative to naval engineering plants, shipboard battle damage control, and naval architecture.
Credits: 3
NASC 3200 - Naval Ship Systems II
Introduces the theory and design of naval weapons systems. Emphasizes understanding basic theoretical considerations for weapons systems, detection, tracking, computation, weapon delivery systems, the fire control problem, and system integration.
Credits: 3
NASC 3610 - Evolution of Warfare
Historical development of the tactics and strategies of warfare. Examines the social, economic, and political impact of war, and considers the great military leaders and organizations throughout history.
Credits: 3
NASC 3620 - Amphibious Warfare
Students learn the fundamental terms, concepts, and theories of general warfare and amphibious warfare. These terms, concepts, and theories shall be applied through a historical analysis of amphibious operations, identifying the evolution of amphibious doctrine, tactics, and technology. Focuses on the evolution of the U.S. Marine Corps into a specialized amphibious force. Required for Marine Option and Marine Enlisted Commissioning students.
Credits: 3
NASC 4000 - Naval Science Laboratory
NROTC developed laboratory seminar to instuct Professional Core Comptencies (PCCs) objectives not included in formal Naval Science courses. Topics cover general Navy/Marine Corps mission and policies, force protection, operational security, watch standing, physical fitness, nutrition, stress management, and other professional development subjects relating to the development of Naval Service Midshipmen. Held in both Fall and Spring Semesters.
Credits: 0
NASC 4100 - Naval Operations and Seamanship
Studies all aspects of Naval operations and prepares Midshipmen to stand bridge watches and Combat Information Center watches on U.S. Navy ships. Topics include advanced navigation, communications, ship handling evolutions, naval warfare doctrine, maritime law, air defense, surface warfare, submarine warfare, strike group operations, and joint operations. NASC 2200 and 2210
Credits: 3
NASC 4200 - Leadership and Ethics
Integrates Western moral traditions and ethical philosophy with topics in military leadership, core values, and professional ethics; the UCMJ and Navy regulations; and discussions relating to the roles of enlisted members, junior and senior officers, command relationships, and the conduct of warfare. Combines current and historical events in the Navy and Marine Corps to prepare them for their future roles and responsibilities of leadership. Prerequisite: NASC 2100.
Credits: 3
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