MSCI 112 - Foundations of Leadership

Credits: (2)

Instructional Method: One hour lecture; two hours laboratory; three hours physical training.
Prerequisites: MSCI 111 or placement credit as determined by the Professor of Military Science for qualified veterans of military service. Department chair authorization is also required.
This course introduces Cadets to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Cadets learn how the personal development of life skills such as critical thinking, performance and resilience enhancement skills, and communication will benefit them throughout their life and career. Cadets learn the basics of the communications process and the importance for leader’s to develop the essential skills to effectively communicate in the Army. Cadets will begin learning the basics of squad-level tactics that will be reinforced during a weekly lab facilitated by MS III Cadets, supervised by MS IVs and Cadre.

Note(s): Applied Learning (L) designated course