Class Information

MS 111 - Basic Leadership Skills

Credits: 1.00

Teaches basic leadership skills based on military training doctrine. Students will be introduced to the BE-KNOW-DO method of leadership and learn how to apply it to small group leadership situations.

MS 112 - Roles of the Army

Credits: 1.00

A study of the Total Army, its’ concept and role in society. Examines missions, organization, personnel, and history of the Regular Army, National Guard, and Reserves.

MS 131 – Basic Army Physical Fitness Training

Credits: 1.00

The course is designed to introduce students to the basics of physical fitness training as designed by the Army. It is instructed by an Army Master Physical Fitness Instructor.Participants will train to pass (score of 180 or above) the Army Physical Fitness Test, which is a combination of push-ups, sit-ups, and a 2-mile run. Students will train to be able to compete in a 5k run.

MS 132 – Intermediate Army Physical Fitness Training

Credits: 1.00

The course is designed to introduce students to a more advanced level of physical fitness training as designed by the Army. It is instructed be an Army Master Physical Fitness Instructor. Participants will train to pass (score of 240 or above) the Army Physical Fitness Test, which is a combination of push-ups, sit-ups, and a 2-mile run. Students will train to be able to compete in a 10k run.

MS 133 - Advanced Army Physical Fitness Training

Credits: 1.00

The course is designed to introduce students to an advanced level of physical fitness training as designed by the Army. It is instructed be an Army Master Physical Fitness Instructor. Participants will train to pass (score of 270 or above) the Army Physical Fitness Test, which is a combination of push-ups, sit-ups, and a 2-mile run. Students will train to be able to compete in a 10 mile run.

MS 212 - Leadership and Management

Credits: 2.00

Introduction to fundamental leadership and management, including problem analysis, decision-making, planning, management control, and interpersonal skills. Topics such as professional ethics, team development, and oral communication skills are taught based on the Army doctrine of BE-KNOW-DO. Students will be able to apply these skills to large group leadership situations.

MS 213 - Basic Military Skills

Credits: 2.00

The course teaches basic military skills in first aid, wireless communications, land navigation, weapons systems, and small group leadership techniques.

MS 205 - OCS Phase I

Credits: 2.00

This is an Intensive two-week pre-comissioning Phase. This course is oriented on leader development and individual/small-unit training in a physically and mentally demanding environment. You will be evaluated on both proficiency in land navigation and your communication skills. Each student is provided practical experience in a variety of leadership positions. Prerequisites: Approval of the 82nd Army GOLD and RTI.

MS 311 - Military Leadership

Credits: 3.00

This course studies Army Command and Control along with small unit leadership fundamentals. The Junior Officer’s role and responsibilities in the leadership process are fully examined. Topics such as professional ethics, soldier/team development, and Army written and oral communication skills are addressed.

MS 312 - Military Operations

Credits: 3.00

The course studies the principles of war and the employment of military forces in accordance with US Army doctrine, organization, equipment, and training.

MS 313 - Small Unit Tactics

Credits: 3.00

The course studies the fundamentals, techniques, and procedures of a light infantry squad and platoon tactics. Develops leadership skills in planning, organizing, and conducting small unit operations.

MS 340 - OCS Phase III

Credits: 3.00

This is an intensive two week precommissioning training phase. Course oriented on squad and platoon tactical training in a field environment. Students plan, organize, and conduct small unit operations and training in a variety of leadership positions. Located at various Army installations.

MS 411 - Army Training Management

Credits: 3.00

The course studies both the Army’s training philosophy and its’ training system. The class focuses on the Junior Officer’s role and responsibilities in the process of battle planning, establishment of unit training programs, and execution of military instruction.

MS 412 - Military Law & Administration

Credits: 3.00

The course focuses on Military Justice, Army Personnel Management, and Army Logistics and Supply. Students study the Junior Officer’s role and responsibilities in military law enforcement, officer and enlisted personnel management, resource management, and service support.

MS 413 - Personal & Career Development

Credits: 3.00

AAn in-depth examination of the Second Lieutenant on the Total Army and preparation for officer commissioning in the Army National Guard. This course will help to provide students with the critical information on various topics. These topics include, but are not limited to, officer specialty selection, unit assignment, promotion and mobilization, career planning, and professional development. The course will also help students to balance their personal/family life, civilian employment, and military service.

MS 419 - Practical Field Experience

Credits: 2.00 to 6.00

A Practicum course designed to provide the student with practical military experience in areas ranging from Military Supply to Army Administration procedures. Each practicum will be designed by the instructor and the student to meet each individual’s needs/desires. Normally 1.5 to 2 hours or work per week is required for each hour of credits requested, i.e. 3 credits would require 4.5 to 6 hours of work each week.