MSL 102 - Basic Military Science II

Description: Continued emphasis on physical readiness training. Course includes lecture and laboratory. Field training exercises normally include M16-A1 rifle firing, rappelling training, and airmobile helicopter operations. 

Corequisite: MSL 102L  

Credits: 1
Lecture: 1
Lab: 0

Course Content:
MSL 102 introduces the cadet to the tactical leadership challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. It also reinforces leadership fundamentals such as setting direction, problem-solving, listening, presentation briefs, providing feedback and using effective writing skills. 

 
Learning Outcomes:

1. Understand leadership philosophies and integrate them into personal development experiences.
2. Distinguish between leadership values, attributes, skills and actions.
3. Illustrate leader influencing, operating and developing actions. 
4. Explain how values impact leadership.
5. Describe the importance of credibility for effective leadership.
6. Develop personal mission statement and goals.
7. Explain the basic element of Army communications.
8. Explain the importance of development for officership. 
9. Describe the components of the fire team and squad.
10. Describe the three individual movement techniques.
11. Identify symbols and colors on a military map.