Learn advanced military skills of land navigation, communications and collective movement techniques.

This course provides an introduction to the Air Force, hopefully encouraging students to pursue an AF career or at least seek additional information to be better informed about the role of the USAF. The course allows students to examine general aspects of the Department of the Air Force, AF Leadership, Air Force benefits, and opportunities for AF officers. Students should demonstrate basic verbal and written communication skills.

This course explores the dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles by examining team dynamics and leadership theories that form the basis of the Army leadership framework. Aspects of personal motivation and team building are practiced through planning, executing and assessing team exercises.

Apply advanced planning and executing skills, attributes and knowledge; assess and critique individual military performance. Serve as the senior leadership of the cadet battalion.

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 critical thinking, time management, goal setting, stress management, and comprehensive fitness relate to leadership and the Army profession.

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.

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.

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.

NROTC developed a laboratory seminar to instruct Professional Core Competencies (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.

Independent Study in Military History Prerequisite: Instructor permission required.