MIL S 121
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Introduction to Tactical Leadership
Military ScienceMarriott School of Business
Course Description
Leadership fundamentals; setting direction, problem solving, listening, presentation skills, and providing feedback. Integration into the corps of cadets through tactical field training. Lab included.
When Taught
Winter
Min
2
Fixed/Max
2
Fixed
1
Fixed
3
Title
Can analyze a tactical situation and explain its essential p
Learning Outcome
O5 – Tactical Problem SolverCan analyze a tactical situation and explain its essential points in own wordsCadets will participate in tactics briefings and be asked to answer questions that demonstrate their knowledgeCadets must be able to properly answer basic check-on-learning questions on the current operation/s at LabCadets demonstrate a lack of understanding will receive one on one as well as group retraining at Lab
Title
Understands his oath of office & its basis in the constituti
Learning Outcome
O7 – Roles of NCOs OsUnderstands his oath of office & its basis in the constitutionAfter in-class instruction, Cadets will take a quiz on the Army Oath of Office and the Constitution.Cadets must score 80% or higher on the quizCadets who fail to meet the standard will receive retraining and be asked to reread the Constitution/ Army Oath of Office.
Title
Committed to physical fitness
Learning Outcome
O10 – CharacterCommitted to physical fitnessCadets will be asked to sign up for and participate in early morning PT three times each week and receive 2 Army Physical Fitness TestsCadets must score a minimum of 70 points in each even on the APFTCadets who fail to achieve the standard on the first APFT will be counselled individually and asked to join remedial PT held every Tuesday and Thursday morning
Title
Exercises initiative within the commander's intent
Learning Outcome
O8 – LeadershipExercises initiative within the commander’s intentCadets will be given opportunities & encouraged to show initiative during tactical operations at LabsCadets must demonstrate free will and the courage to take initiative as a member of a teamCadets who consistently do the bare minimum of what they are told will be counselled by on-site faculty and Cadet leadership
Title
Demonstrate Effective Leadership
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate lessons learned in class to basic Team Leader roles in a Lab EnvironmentAs a Team Leader, show working knowledge of Basic Army Leadership traits
Title
Knows enough about Army Branches to make informed decision a
Learning Outcome
O6 – Roles of NCSs OsKnows enough about Army Branches to make informed decision about which to joinCadets will be asked to select their top 3 branches after in-class instruction & ½ a lab devoted to Army Branch Orientation.Cadets must hand in a 1 page paper on how and why they chose their top three Army BranchesCadets who fail to turn in their paper will be counselled. Cadets with additional questions on branches will have the opportunity to meet various branch officers
Title
Demonstrates Basic Skills in Tactics and Techniques
Learning Outcome
Show a working knowledge of basic Terrain Analysis and how it applies to battlefield environmentsUnderstand the basic format of the Army's 8 step training model and how they are infused in that process
Title
Officership
Learning Outcome
Show working knowledge of Army Customs and Courtesies by correctly wearing the Army battle and dress uniforms, speaking to senior officers and NCOs, and attending the Army Ball adhering to all rules and regulations set forth
Title
Moving tactically under fire
Learning Outcome
O2 – Individual ProficiencyMoving tactically under fireIn-class quiz on individual movement tactics as well as tactical operations practice during weekly labsCadets must score 80% or higher on the quiz and will need to react properly during tactics lab or risk being “shot”Cadets who fail to achieve the standards will receive one on one training by their Cadets peers and or their Cadet mentors
Title
Understands, can explain & executes the fundamentals of loca
Learning Outcome
O4 – Member of a TeamUnderstands, can explain, & executes the fundamentals of local securityCadets will be instructed at Lab on proper techniques and conduct local security operations weeklyCadets must show a basic understanding of local security principles and take security seriouslyCadets who repeatedly fail to practice or take security seriously will be counselled and retrained by on-site faculty & CDT mentors
Title
Demonstrates Personal Professional Development
Learning Outcome
Prepare a discussion paper through research of an Army Officer in history who held and displayed values one would like to emulateDemonstrate a dedication to personal professional development through writing a self-critiquing journal based on one's leadership sucesses and failures
Title
Battlefield lifesaving skills
Learning Outcome
O1 – Individual ProficiencyBattlefield lifesaving skillsIn-class First Aid quiz and practical exercises during weekly tactics LabsCadets must score 80% or higher on quiz & demonstrate proficiency as a member of an Aid & Litter team during LabCadets who fail to achieve the standard will receive retraining and be retested as well as be partnered with others at Lab
Title
Performs successfully under stress
Learning Outcome
O11 – CharacterPerforms successfully under stressCadets will conduct a multi-day Field Training Exercise during which they will be asked to conduct graded tactical operations on little or no sleep and in austere mountainous conditionsCadets must demonstrate the ability to stay positive, work as a member of a team and complete (or at least attempt) each task or mission despite poor eating and sleeping conditionsCadets who fail to demonstrate resilience during training will be counselled and asked to continue training with a new perspective. If they refuse to complete training they will not get full credit for the FTX
Title
Understands & explain impact of losing individuals in the un
Learning Outcome
O9 - LeadershipUnderstands & can explain impact of losing individuals in the unit due to injury/ deathCadets will experience first- hand the impact “losing” a Soldier during tactical operations at LabCadets must demonstrate the ability to properly deal with loss during combat and take the proper actionsCadets do not react properly will be identified and be retrained at lab by on-site faculty and the Cadet leadership
Title
Proficient at entering and clearing a room with a team
Learning Outcome
O3 – Member of a TeamProficient at entering and clearing a room with a teamCadets will be instructed on proper techniques at Lab and then be tested with their teamCadets must demonstrate proficiency during the practical exercise at LabCadets who fail to meet the standard will be retrained at Lab and be retested that same day
Title
Demonstrates Understanding & Application of Army Values & Et
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate a working knowledge of the Army's Programs on Equal Opportunity (EO), Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH), and Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR)