9 courses with the subject MIL, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
MIL 101Introduction to the Army
Questions regarding enrolling in this course should be directed to Steven Shambaugh, Contractor for Army ROTC and Senior Military Science Instructor 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 cultural understanding, goal setting, time management, mental/physical resiliency, and stress management relate to leadership, officership, and the Army profession. Includes instruction in map reading, land navigation, and customs and courtesies of the Army. Prerequisites & Notes Participation in leadership lab is required. There is no military obligation to take this course, open to all Davidson students. (Fall) Not for credit
Instructor Marecic Overview of leadership fundamentals such as setting direction, problem-solving, listening, presenting briefs, providing feedback, and using effective writing skills. Students explore dimensions of leadership attributes and core leader competencies in the context of practical, hands-on, and interactive exercises. Includes instruction in basic tactics. Prerequisites & Notes Participation in leadership lab is required. There is no military obligation to take this course, open to all Davidson students. (Spring) Not for credit
Questions regarding enrolling in this course should be directed to Steven Shambaugh, Contractor for Army ROTC and Senior Military Science Instructor Explores the dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles by examining team dynamics and historical leadership theories that form the basis of the Army leadership framework. Students practice aspects of personal motivation and team building in the context of planning, executing, and assessing team exercises and participating in leadership labs. Includes instruction in troop leading procedures, tactical movement, battle drills, and offensive and defensive operations. Prerequisites & Notes MIL 101, which can be taken concurrently. Participation in leadership lab is required (various locations - transportation provided). There is no military obligation to take this course, open to all Davidson students. (Fall) Not for credit
Instructor Marecic Examines the challenges of leading teams in the complex operational environment. The course highlights dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling, route planning, defensive operations, navigational methods, and operations orders. Further study of the Army Leadership Requirements Model explores the dynamics of adaptive leadership in the context of military operations. Prerequisites & Notes MIL 102, which may be taken concurrently. Participation in leadership lab is required (various locations - transportation provided). There is no military obligation to take this course. Open to all Davidson students. (Spring) Not for credit
MIL 301Training Management and the War Fighting Functions
Questions regarding enrolling in this course should be directed to Steven Shambaugh, Contractor for Army ROTC and Senior Military Science Instructor Academically challenging course in which cadets study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of Army leadership, Officership, Army values and ethics, personal development, and small unit tactics at the squad level. At the conclusion of this course, you will be capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating, and leading a 9-person squad in the execution of a tactical mission during a classroom practical exercise, a leadership lab, or during a situational training exercise (STX) in a field environment. Successful completion of this course will help prepare you for success at the ROTC Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC), which you will attend next summer at Ft Knox, KY. You will receive systematic and specific feedback on your leader attributes, values, and core leader competencies from your instructor, other ROTC cadre, and MSIV Cadets who will evaluate you using the ROTC leader development program (LDP) model. Includes instruction in squad operations, problem solving, and combat orders. Prerequisites & Notes Completion of Basic Course requirements. Participation in leadership lab is required (various locations - transportation provided). (Fall)
MIL 302Applied Leadership in Small Unit Operations
Instructor Marecic A continuation of MIL 301 in which cadets study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of Army leadership, Officership, Army values and ethics, personal development, and small unit tactics at the patrol/platoon level. At the conclusion of this course, you will be capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating, and leading a 24-person patrol in the execution of a tactical mission during a classroom practical exercise, a leadership lab, or during a situational training exercise (STX) in a field environment. Successful completion of this course will help prepare you for success at the ROTC Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC), which you will attend next summer at Joint Base Lewis-McCord, WA. You will receive systematic and specific feedback on your leader attributes, values, and core leader competencies from your instructor, other ROTC cadre, and MSIV Cadets who will evaluate you using the ROTC leader development program (LDP) model. Includes instruction in platoon operations, stability and support operations, and garrison orders. Prerequisites & Notes MIL 301 or consent of the Professor of Military Science. Participation in leadership lab is required (various locations - transportation provided). (Spring) Not for credit
Instructor Marecic A pre-commissioning requirement for ROTC cadets enrolled at Davidson College. The course is a survey of American Military History from the Colonial Period to the present day, with an emphasis on the evolving relationship between the United States Military and the American People. Prerequisites & Notes This is a non-credit course only open to students enrolled and contracted into the ROTC program.
Questions regarding enrolling in this course should be directed to Steven Shambaugh, Contractor for Army ROTC and Senior Military Science Instructor Transitions the focus of student learning from being trained, mentored, and evaluated as an MSIII Cadet to learning how to train, mentor, and evaluate underclass Cadets. MSIV Cadets learn the duties and responsibilities of an Army staff officer and apply the military decision-making process, Army writing style, Army’s training management, and mission essential task list (METL) processes during weekly training meetings to plan, execute, and assess battalion training events. Cadets learn to safely conduct training by understanding and employing the composite risk management process. Cadets learn how to use the comprehensive soldier fitness (CSF) program to reduce and manage stress. Includes instruction in code of conduct, rules of engagement, counseling, and evaluations. Prerequisites & Notes MIL 301 and 302. MIL 401 is currently only offered at UNC-Charlotte. Participation in leadership lab is required. Mandatory for all senior ROTC students. (Fall)
Instructor Bertles, Budke Explores the dynamics of leading in the complex situations of current military operations in the full spectrum operations (FSO). Cadets examine differences in customs and courtesies, military law, principles of war, and rules of engagement in the face of international terrorism. They also explore aspects of interacting with non-government organizations, civilians on the battlefield, and host nation support. Includes instruction in Army organization and modularity, the platoon command team, a battle analysis, and counterinsurgency operations. Prerequisites & Notes MIL 401. MIL 402 is currently only offered at UNC-Charlotte. Participation in leadership lab is required. Mandatory for all senior ROTC students. (Spring)
