Military Science and Lead (MSLD)

MSLD 1010:   Ldrshp. and Personal Dev.  
Military Science and Ldrs  
This course introduces students to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Students will examine the role of leadership, officership, and the Army profession as well as develop life skills such as goal setting, time management, physical fitness, and stress management. The focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army leadership dimensions. Enrollment in this course does not incur a military obligation. (2.5 lecture, 3 lab hours)  
3 credits  
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Laboratory, Lecture  
MSLD 1020:   Basic Leadership and Mgmt  
Military Science and Ldrs  
This course focuses on leadership fundamentals such as setting direction, problem-solving, listening, presenting briefs, providing feedback, and using effective writing skills. Students will explore dimensions of leadership attributes and core leader competencies in the context of practical, hands-on, and interactive exercises. Considerable attention is also placed on improving physical fitness. (2.5 lecture, 3 lab hours)  
3 credits  
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture  
MSLD 1030:   Fndtns Ofcr. & Basic Leader.  
Military Science and Ldrs  
Combination of Msl 101 and Msl 102. Spring semester only. Enrollment in this course does not incur a military obligation. (2 lecture, 1 lab hour).  
3 credits  
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture  
MSLD 1050:   Basic Training  
Military Science and Ldrs  
Credit for successful completion of Basic Training, LDAC, or Officer Candidates School training in the U.S. Army. Z grade.  
4 credits  
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture  
MSLD 1250:   Leadership Fitness I  
Military Science and Ldrs  
Using a variety of functional fitness techniques and concepts, this course is designed to improve physical fitness, build self-confidence, and provide skills necessary to lead group fitness training. The course requires the ability to run in formation, squat, jump, swim, conduct a pull-up, push-up, and sit-up to the prescribed standards and lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds for extended distances. Three contact hours per week.  
1 credit  
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Laboratory  
MSLD 1260:   Leadership Fitness II  
Military Science and Ldrs  
Using a variety of functional fitness techniques and concepts, this course is designed to improve physical fitness, build self-confidence, and provide skills necessary to lead group fitness training. Roles and responsibilities of students would be progressive based on prior course attendance. The course requires the ability to run in formation, squat, jump, swim, conduct a pull-up, push-up, and sit-up to the prescribed standards and lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds for extended distances. Three contact hours per week.  
1 credit  
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Laboratory  
MSLD 2000:   Intro to Mltry Sci. & Ldrshp.  
Military Science and Ldrs  
Summer leadership training course designed to introduce the student to all facets of military leadership with a focus toward understanding traditional military leadership values. (Will not count for credit if Msl 101 or 102 or 201 or 202 is counted.) Department approval is required.  
4 credits  
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Independent Study  
MSLD 2010:   Individual Leadership Studies  
Military Science and Ldrs  
A leadership and management course covering small unit leadership, problem analysis and decision making, planning and organizing, delegation and control, and interpersonal skills required for effective military leadership. Enrollment in this course does not incur a military obligation. (2 lecture, 1 lab hour).  
3 credits  
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Laboratory, Lecture  
MSLD 2020:   Leadership and Teamwork  
Military Science and Ldrs  
Map reading, land navigation, and basic first aid skills. Enrollment in this course does not incur a military obligation. (2 lecture, 1 lab hour).  
3 credits  
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture  
MSLD 2030:   Ranger Challenge  
Military Science and Ldrs  
A leadership and team-building course with emphasis on basic rifle marksmanship (BRM), land navigation, physical training, patrolling, rope bridges, hand grenades, and road marches. (3 lecture, 1 lab hour).  
3 credits  
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture/Lab  
MSLD 2250:   Leadership Fitness III  
Military Science and Ldrs  
Using a variety of functional fitness techniques and concepts, this course is designed to improve physical fitness, build self-confidence, and provide skills necessary to lead group fitness training. Roles and responsibilities of students would be progressive based on prior course attendance. The course requires the ability to run in formation, squat, jump, swim, conduct a pull-up, push-up, and sit-up to the prescribed standards and lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds for extended distances. Three contact hours per week.  
1 credit  
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Laboratory  
MSLD 2260:   Leadership Fitness IV  
Military Science and Ldrs  
Using a variety of functional fitness techniques and concepts, this course is designed to improve physical fitness, build self-confidence, and provide skills necessary to lead group fitness training. Roles and responsibilities of students would be progressive based on prior course attendance. The course requires the ability to run in formation, squat, jump, swim, conduct a pull-up, push-up, and sit-up to the prescribed standards and lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds for extended distances. Three contact hours per week.  
1 credit  
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Laboratory  
MSLD 3010:   Leadership and Problem Solving  
Military Science and Ldrs  
A leadership course emphasizing small unit tactics up to the company level, military skills, combat orders, land navigation, and rifle marksmanship. (3 lecture, 1 lab hour).  
4 credits  
Prerequisites
24 Earned Credits.  
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Laboratory, Lecture  
MSLD 3020:   Leadership and Ethics  
Military Science and Ldrs  
A leadership course emphasizing small unit tactics, further developing the fundamentals learned in Msl 301. (3 lecture, 1 lab hour).  
4 credits  
Prerequisites
MSLD 3010 and 24 Earned Credits.  
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture  
MSLD 3400:   American Military Experience  
Military Science and Ldrs  
The development of the armed forces of the United States since 1775. Military institutions will be viewed in terms of their relationships to the wider context of U.S. history.  
3 credits  
Prerequisites
24 Earned Credits.  
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture  
MSLD 3990:   Res. Sem. in Mil. Sci. & Ldrsh  
Military Science and Ldrs  
Research and practical exercises in one of the following areas: military leadership, tactics, personnel management, information management, training management, logistics, recent military developments. Prerequisite requirements for this course may also be satisfied by consent of instructor.  
1 - 3 credits  
Prerequisites
MSLD 3020 and 24 Earned Credits.  
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Seminar  
MSLD 4010:   Leadership and Management  
Military Science and Ldrs  
A leadership course emphasizing duties and responsibilities of the company grade Army officer. Command and leadership, staff functions, training management, logistics, military correspondence, military justice, law of war, professionalism, and ethics. (3 lecture, 1 lab hour).  
4 credits  
Prerequisites
MSLD 3020 and 24 Earned Credits.  
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Laboratory, Lecture  
MSLD 4020:   Officership  
Military Science and Ldrs  
A leadership course emphasizing duties and responsibilities of the company grade Army officer, further developing the fundamentals learned in Msl 401. (3 lecture, 1 lab hour).  
4 credits  
Prerequisites
MSLD 4010 and 24 Earned Credits.  
Potentially offered with the following Instruction Type(s):
Lecture