NAVS

Subject

NAVS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

Involves a study of fundamental aspects of naval science. This includes contributions to sea power, different warfare communities involved in the physical development of naval forces, and study of resource management and naval science prospects for the future. Naval uniforms, customs, and traditions are also covered.

Subject

NAVS

Credits (min)

0

Credits (max)

0

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

Discussions examine the history of the Navy as a force in diplomacy and an instrument of U.S. foreign policy. Relationships between Congress and the military for determining the national defense policy are also explored. An integrated examination of current events and issues lends historical perspective throughout the course.

Subject

NAVS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

All students in the program participate in a two-hour professional development session each week. The session is held from 2:30 until 4:30 on Wednesday afternoons and consists of drill, athletics, and professional information events. Students gain experience in actual leadership situations and learn the fundamentals of seamanship, military formations, movements, commands, discipline, courtesies, and honors. During information briefings, special emphasis is given to applied leadership as it relates to the administrative and managerial aspects of a Navy or Marine Corps officer's duties.

Subject

NAVS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

All students in the program participate in a two-hour professional development session each week. The session is held from 2:30 until 4:30 on Wednesday afternoons and consists of drill, athletics, and professional information events. Students gain experience in actual leadership situations and learn the fundamentals of seamanship, military formations, movements, commands, discipline, courtesies, and honors. During information briefings, special emphasis is given to applied leadership as it relates to the administrative and managerial aspects of a Navy or Marine Corps officer's duties.

Subject

NAVS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

Introduces the student to the fundamental concepts of leading Sailors and Marines and serves as part of the NROTC leadership development continuum. Develops the elements of leadership vital to the effectiveness of Navy/Marine Corps officers by reviewing the theories and parameters of leadership and management within and outside of the naval science and progressing through values development, interpersonal skills, management skills, and application theory. Practical applications are explored through the use of experiential exercises, readings, case studies, and laboratory discussions.

Subject

NAVS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

All students in the program participate in a two-hour professional development session each week. The session is held from 2:30 until 4:30 on Wednesday afternoons and consists of drill, athletics, and professional information events. Students gain experience in actual leadership situations and learn the fundamentals of seamanship, military formations, movements, commands, discipline, courtesies, and honors. During information briefings, special emphasis is given to applied leadership as it relates to the administrative and managerial aspects of a Navy or Marine Corps officer's duties.

Subject

NAVS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

All students in the program participate in a two-hour professional development session each week. The session is held from 2:30 until 4:30 on Wednesday afternoons and consists of drill, athletics, and professional information events. Students gain experience in actual leadership situations and learn the fundamentals of seamanship, military formations, movements, commands, discipline, courtesies, and honors. During information briefings, special emphasis is given to applied leadership as it relates to the administrative and managerial aspects of a Navy or Marine Corps officer's duties.

Subject

NAVS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

Introduces the fundamentals of marine navigation emphasizing piloting and electronic navigation procedures. Covers coordinate systems, chart projections, navigational aids, instruments, compass observations, time, and study of tides and currents.

Subject

NAVS

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

Introduces primary ship-systems and their interrelationships. Basic principles of thermodynamics, propulsion, mechanical operation, internal communications, electronics, ship structure, and other marine systems are covered.

Subject

NAVS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

Examines the principles and theories used in the development of naval weapons systems. Extensive study is made of detection systems, especially radar and sonar, followed by discussions of ancillary systems for computing, stabilizing, tracking, and weapons control and delivery.

Subject

NAVS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

A study of warfare that examines the relationship of military strategy to geography, economics, sociology, technology, and governing policy. This course examines the historical evolution of warfare, including principles of war, development of weapons and their effects on warfare, and the political goals associated with specific adversaries through history.

Subject

NAVS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

All students in the program participate in a two-hour professional development session each week. The session is held from 2:30 until 4:30 on Wednesday afternoons and consists of drill, athletics, and professional information events. Students gain experience in actual leadership situations and learn the fundamentals of seamanship, military formations, movements, commands, discipline, courtesies, and honors. During information briefings, special emphasis is given to applied leadership as it relates to the administrative and managerial aspects of a Navy or Marine Corps officer's duties.

Subject

NAVS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

All students in the program participate in a two-hour professional development session each week. The session is held from 2:30 until 4:30 on Wednesday afternoons and consists of drill, athletics, and professional information events. Students gain experience in actual leadership situations and learn the fundamentals of seamanship, military formations, movements, commands, discipline, courtesies, and honors. During information briefings, special emphasis is given to applied leadership as it relates to the administrative and managerial aspects of a Navy or Marine Corps officer's duties.

Subject

NAVS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

Covers the application of the nautical rules and maneuvering board in order to avoid collisions at sea. Other aspects of naval surface ship operations that are introduced include visual and electronic communications methods, tactical disposition of forces, ship handling theory, and deck seamanship topics.

Subject

NAVS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

The course integrates an intellectual exploration of Western moral traditions and ethical philosophy with a variety of topics, such as military leadership, core values, and professional ethics; the Uniform Code of Military Justice; and discussions relating to the roles of enlisted members, junior and senior officers, command relationships, and the conduct of warfare. The course provides midshipman and traditional students with a foundation of moral traditions, combined with a discussion of historical and current events in the United States military to prepare them for the roles and responsibilities of Naval and civic leadership.

Subject

NAVS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

Broad aspects of warfare and their interactions with maneuver warfare doctrine. Specific focus on the United States Marine Corps was the premier maneuver warfare fighting institution. Historical influences on current tactical, operational, and strategic implications of maneuver warfare practices in current and future operations. Case studies.

Subject

NAVS

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

All students in the program participate in a two-hour professional development session each week. The session is held from 2:30 until 4:30 on Wednesday afternoons and consists of drill, athletics, and professional information events. Students gain experience in actual leadership situations and learn the fundamentals of seamanship, military formations, movements, commands, discipline, courtesies, and honors. During information briefings, special emphasis is given to applied leadership as it relates to the administrative and managerial aspects of a Navy or Marine Corps officer's duties.

Subject

NAVS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

All students in the program participate in a two-hour professional development session each week. The session is held from 2:30 until 4:30 on Wednesday afternoons and consists of drill, athletics, and professional information events. Students gain experience in actual leadership situations and learn the fundamentals of seamanship, military formations, movements, commands, discipline, courtesies, and honors. During information briefings, special emphasis is given to applied leadership as it relates to the administrative and managerial aspects of a Navy or Marine Corps officer's duties.

Subject

NAVS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu