1999-2000 Undergraduate Catalog
Indiana, Pennsylvania 15705
MS 102 Fundamentals of Military Science
2c-1l-2sh
Study of the basic knowledge regarding military service and the profession of arms. Emphasis is on basic military skills, first aid, and the development of leadership abilities through practical exercises. Included is instruction on offensive and defensive tactics, the Army writing style, and military briefings. Also, see Leadership Laboratory.
MS 203 Fundamentals of Tactical Operations, Techniques of
Leadership, and Weapons Characteristics
2c-1l-2sh
Organization, techniques, resources, and capabilities involved in conducting small-unit tactical operations. Emphasis is on leadership, organization, and management techniques needed to cause a group of people to accomplish specific objectives. Characteristics of military weapons systems are taught. Students serve as leaders in Leadership Labs.
MS 204 National Security and Fundamentals of
Military Topography
2c-1l-2sh
Study of national security concepts, policies, and the national decision-making process with emphasis on national resources, national will, and economic factors. Included will be a study of nuclear and conventional response options. Fundamentals of military topography including the use of military maps to determine topographic features, to conduct land navigation, and to perform terrain analysis will be covered. Also, see Leadership Laboratory.
MS 305 Fundamentals of Leadership and Modern
Learning/Teaching Relationship
3c-1l-3sh
Study in practical application of principles of leadership/management as applied in classroom and field to include case studies in psychological, physiological, and sociological factors which affect human behavior; individual and group solution of leadership problems common to small units. Also, see Leadership Laboratory.
MS 306 Study of Advance Leader Planning and Execution of
Modern Combat Operations
3c-1l-3sh
Analysis of leader’s role in directing and coordinating efforts of individuals and small units in execution of offensive and defensive tactical missions, to include command and control systems, the military team, and communications techniques. Also, see Leadership Laboratory.
MS 407 Management of the Military Complex to Include
Fundamentals of Military and International Law
3c-1l-3sh
Study of the various managerial elements needed to effectively control a military organization and the techniques used to accomplish these functions. Studies in military law and international law prepare the students for their legal responsibilities. Also, see Leadership Laboratory.
MS 408 Seminar in Military Analysis and Management
3c-1l-3sh
Contemporary analysis of use of military in world affairs to include importance of strategic mobility and neutralization of insurgent movements. Selected management problems and situations will be presented as they relate to military justice, administration, and obligation and responsibilities of an officer. Also, see Leadership Laboratory.
Leadership Laboratory (one afternoon per week)
var-0sh
A practical experience designed for the attainment and application of leadership principles. Concurrently scheduled in conjunction with all Military Science courses, it provides for practical challenges in personal accomplishment, both physical and mental, and for development of team work and leadership.
Summer Camp
var-0sh
Students attend a six-week summer camp upon completion of the first year of the Advanced Course. Time at camp is devoted to practical application of principles and theories taught during the preceding school year. While at camp, each student receives lodging, subsistence, uniforms, medical care, reimbursement for travel, and pay in amount of one-half pay of second lieutenant per month.
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