8 courses with the subject MSC, 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.
MSC 101Leadership and Personal Development
Lec. 1./Lab 1.5./Credit 1. Introduces cadets to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Cadets learn how the per- sonal development of life skills such as time management, physi- cal fitness, and stress management relate to leadership, officer- ship, and Army operations. Focus is placed on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army Leadership Dimensions while gaining a big picture understanding of the ROTC program.
Lec. 1./Lab 1.5./Credit 1. Overviews leadership fundamentals such as setting direction, problem-solving, listening, presenting briefs, providing feedback and using effective writing skills. Cadets explore dimensions of leadership values, attributes, skills and actions in the context of practical, hands-on, and interactive exercises. Focus is placed on the building of stronger relationships among cadets through com- mon experience and practical interaction.
Team Leadership Lec. 2./Lab 1.5./Credit 2. Explores the dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership strate- gies and styles by studying historical case studies and engaging in interac- tive student exercises. Cadets practice aspects of personal motivation and team building in the context of planning, executing, and assessing team exercises. Focus is on continued development of the knowledge of leadership values and attributes through an understanding of rank, uniform, customs, and courtesies.
Tactical Leadership Lec. 2./Lab 1.5./Credit 2. Examines the challenges of leading teams in the complex contemporary operating environment. This course highlights dimensions of the cross- cultural challenges of leadership in a constantly changing world and applies these to practical Army leadership tasks and situations. Focus is on devel- oping greater self awareness as cadets practice communication and team building skills.
Lec. 3./.Lab 1.5./Credit 3. Provides challenging scenarios related to small unit tactical opera- tions to develop self awareness and critical thinking skills as well as systematic and specific feedback on leadership abilities. Focus is on integrating the principles and practices of effective leader- ship, military operations, and personal development in order to adequately prepare cadets for the summer Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC). Hampton University 2018-2020
Changing Environments Lec. 3./Lab 1.5./Credit 3. Uses increasingly intense situational leadership challenges to build cadet awareness and skills in leading tactical operations up to platoon level. Reviews aspects of combat, stability, and support operations. Requires cadets to conduct military briefings and develop proficiency in garrison operation orders. Focus is on exploring, evaluating, and developing skills in decision-making, persuading, and motivating team members in the contem- porary operating environment.
Lec. 3./Lab 1.5/Credit 3. Develops cadet proficiency in planning, executing, and assessing complex operations, functioning as a member of a staff, and pro- viding feedback to subordinates. Requires cadets to assess risk, make ethical decisions, and lead fellow ROTC cadets. Provides les- sons on military justice and personnel processes to prepare cadets for the transition to Army officers. Focus is on analyzing, evaluat- ing, and instructing cadets at lower levels and preparing for the first unit of assignment.
Complex World Lec. 3./Lab 1.5./Credit 3. Explores the dynamics of leading in the complex situations of current military operations in the contemporary operating environment. Examines differ- ences in customs and courtesies, military law, principles of war, and rules of engagement in the face of international terrorism. Focus is on preparing cadets for their first unit of assignment using case studies, scenarios, and “What Now, Lieutenant?” exercises. MSD (Medical Science Graduate)
