Reserve Officer's Training Corps Course Descriptions

P Prerequisite | C Co-requisite | R Recommended
I Fall Semester | II Spring Semester | S Summer Session/s

• AS100 Foundations of the Air Force- AS 10102 is the first/second course in the two-semester sequence for AS 100. AS 100 is a survey course designed to introduce students to the United States Air Force and encourage participation in Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps. Featured topics include: overview of ROTC, special programs offered through ROTC, mission and organization of the Air Force, brief history of the Air Force, introduction to leadership and leadership related issues, Air Force Core Values, Air Force officer opportunities, and an introduction to communication studies. Leadership Laboratory is mandatory for AFROTC cadets and complements this course by providing cadets with followership experiences.
• AS200 Evolution of the USAF Air Power- AS 20102 is the first/second course in the two-semester sequence for AS 200. AS 200 is a course designed to examine general aspects of air and space power through a historical perspective. Utilizing this perspective, the course covers a time period from the first balloons and dirigibles to the space-age systems of the Global War on Terror. Historical examples are provided to extrapolate the development of Air Force distinctive capabilities (previously referred to as core competencies), and missions (functions) to demonstrate the evolution of what has become today's USAF air and space power. Furthermore, the course examines several fundamental truths associated with war in the third dimension: e.g., Principles of War and Tenets of Air and Space Power. As a whole, this course provides the students with a knowledge-level understanding for the general employment of air and space power, from an institutional, doctrinal, and historical perspective. In addition, the students will be inculcated into the Air Force Core Values, with the use of operational examples and will conduct several writing and briefing assignments to meet Air Force communication skills requirements.
• AS 300 Air Force Leadership Studies- AS 30102 is the first/second course in the two-semester sequence for AS 300. AS 300 is a study of leadership, management fundamentals, professional knowledge, Air Force personnel and evaluation systems, leadership ethics, and communication skills required of an Air Force junior officer. Case studies are used to examine Air Force leadership and management situations as a means of demonstrating and exercising practical application of the concepts being studied. A mandatory Leadership Laboratory complements this course by providing advanced leadership experiences in officer-type activities, giving students the opportunity to apply leadership and management principles of this course.
• AS400 National Security Affairs- AS 40102 is the first/second course in the two-semester sequence for AS 400. AS 400 examines the national security process, regional studies, advanced leadership ethics, and Air Force doctrine. Special topics of interest focus on the military as a profession, officership, military justice, civilian control of the military, preparation for active duty, and current issues affecting military professionalism. Within this structure, continued emphasis is given to refining communication skills.
• Leadership Laboratory (4 levels for each grade | Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior)- Leadership Laboratory (LLAB) is a dynamic and integrated grouping of leadership developmental activities designed to meet the needs and expectations of prospective Air Force second lieutenants and complement the AFROTC academic program. It is a student planned, organized, and executed practicum conducted under the supervision of the detachment commander and operations flight commander. LLAB cadets are classified into one of four groups with respect to field training attendance and/or commissioning: 1) Initial Military Training (IMT) cadets, 2) Field Training Prep (FTP) cadets, 3) Intermediate Cadet Leaders (ICL), and 4) Senior Cadet Leaders (SCL).Initial Military Training (IMT) cadets are part of the General Military Course (GMC) but are not scheduled to attend field training (normally AS 100 cadets). The focus of IMT objectives/activities are to promote the Air Force way of life and help effectively recruit and retain qualified cadets. This time is spent acquainting the cadets with basic Air Force knowledge and skills to help them determine whether they wish to continue with the AFROTC program. 

As a complement to AS 200, Field Training Prep (FTP) cadets are scheduled to attend field training in the upcoming year (normally AS 200 cadets). The FTP objectives provide training to ensure every cadet is mentally and physically prepared for the rigorous field training environment.

Complementing AS 300 courses are the Intermediate Cadet Leaders (ICL) who are cadets returning from field training. ICL objectives/activities give cadets the opportunity to further develop the leadership and followership skills learned at field training. Every cadet position should provide the ICL the opportunity to sharpen their planning, organizational, and communication skills, as well as their ability to effectively use resources to accomplish a mission in a constructive learning environment.

Senior Cadet Leaders (SCL) are cadets scheduled to be commissioned in the upcoming year (normally AS 400 cadets complementing AS 400 courses). This time is spent on additional opportunities to develop leadership and supervisory capabilities, and prepares cadets for their first active duty assignment. Extended Cadet Leaders (ECL) are cadets whose ROTC academic requirements are complete but still have one or more terms of college left to complete. These cadets may hold special duty or regular positions within the cadet corps upon discretion of the Detachment Commander (Det CC) or Operations Flight Commander (OFC).

• MIL-G 111 Military Science and Leadership 101- Introduction to the Army and Critical Thinking (1 cr.) Introduces you to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership and communication.  The focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army leadership dimensions, attributes and core leader competencies while gaining an understanding of the ROTC program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student.  You will learn how the personal development of life skills such as cultural understanding, goal setting, time management, stress management, and comprehensive fitness relate to leadership, officership, and the Army profession.  As you become further acquainted with MIL-G 111, you will learn the structure of the ROTC Basic Course program consisting of MIL-G 111, 112, 211, 212, Fall and Spring Leadership Labs, and Cadet Initial Entry Training (CIET).  I
• MIL-G 112 Military Science and Leadership 112- Introduction to the Profession of Arms (1 cr.) Introduces you to the professional challenges and competencies that are needed for effective execution of the profession of arms and Army communication.  You will explore the seven Army Values and the Warrior Ethos, investigate the Profession of Arms and Army leadership as well as an overview of the Army, and gain practical experience using critical communication skills.  Through this course, you will learn how Army ethics and values shape your Army and the specific ways that these ethics are inculcated into Army culture. II
• MIL-G 211 Military Science and Leadership 211- Leadership and Decision Making (2 cr.) Leadership and Decision Making is a critical component of the Army ROTC Basic Course which consists of Freshman and Sophomore year academic classes and Leadership Labs.  MSL 201 explores the dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles by examining team dynamics and multiple leadership theories that form the basis of the Army leadership framework.  Aspects of personal motivation and team building are practiced planning, executing and assessing team exercises.  MIL-G 211 develops knowledge of the leadership attributes and core leader competencies through understanding of Operations Orders, Tactical Decision Making, and the Troop Leading Procedures.  Case studies will provide a tangible context for learning the Soldier’s Creed and Warrior Ethos. I
• MIL-G 212 Military Science and Leadership 212- Army Doctrine and Team Development (2 cr.) Army Doctrine and Team Development is the final element of the Army ROTC Basic Course which consists of Freshman and Sophomore year academic classes, Leadership Labs, and Cadet Initial Entry Training (CIET). MIL-G 212 is an introduction to military tactics.  The course highlights the impact of terrain analysis to tactical situations, Army Warfighting Functions, and provides an introduction to Unified Land Operations as well as continued instruction of the orders process.  Aspects of leadership and team building are practiced through the scope of military operations through multiple decision making vignettes and scenarios.  MIL-G 212 prepares Cadets for progression into the Army ROTC Advanced Course.  Cadets develop greater self-awareness as they assess their own leadership styles and practice communication and team building skills.  Case studies will provide a tangible context for developing insights into effective integration of basic military doctrine/tactics during military operations. II
• MIL-G 311 Military Science and Leadership 311- Training Management and the Warfighting Functions(3 cr.) MIL-G 311 is an academically challenging course where you will study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of Army Leadership, Officership, Army Values, Ethics, Personal Development, and small unit tactics at the platoon level.  At the conclusion of this course, you will be capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating, and leading squads and platoons in the execution of missions during a classroom practical exercise, leadership lab, or field training exercise.  You will be required to write peer evaluations and receive feedback on your abilities as a leader.  You will improve the leader skills that will further develop you into a successful officer.  This course includes reading assignments, homework, small group assignments, briefings, case studies, practical exercises, a mid-term exam, and a final exam.  You will receive systematic and specific feedback on your leader attributes, values, and core leader competencies from your instructor, other ROTC cadre, and MSL IV Cadets.  Successful completion of this course will help prepare you for the Cadet Leader Course (CLC), which you will attend in the summer at Fort Knox, KY. I
• MIL-G 312 Military Science and Leadership 312- Applied Leadership in Small Unit Operations (3 cr.) MIL-G 312 balances adaptability and professional competence building on the lessons introduced in MSL311.  Various platoon operations are stressed in order to familiarize Cadets with material they can expect to execute during Cadet Summer Training.  Adaptability concepts introduced include analysis of complex problems, creating solutions that exhibit agile and adaptive thinking, analysis of the situational environment, and formulation of solutions to tactical and organizational problems.  This is an academically challenging course where you will study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of Army Leadership, Officership, Army Values and Ethics, Personal Development, and small unit tactics at the platoon level.  At the conclusion of this course, you will be capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating, and leading a squad or platoon in the execution of a mission during a classroom practical exercise, a leadership lab, or during a leader training exercise.  You will be required to write peer evaluations and receive feedback on your abilities as a leader and how to improve those leader skills that will further develop you as a successful officer.  This course includes reading assignments, homework assignments, small group assignments, briefings, case studies, practical exercises, a mid-term exam, and a final exam.  You will receive systematic and specific feedback on your leader attributes, values, and core leader competencies from your instructor, other ROTC cadre, and MSL IV Cadets who will evaluate you using the Cadet Officer Evaluation System (OES).  Successful completion of this course will help prepare you for the ROTC Cadet Leader Course (CLC), which you will attend in the summer at Fort Knox, KY. II
• MIL-G 410 Military Leadership Lab I (0 cr.) As part of the program Military Leadership Lab provides students with hands on experience with leadership.  This is accomplished through planning, executing training events, attending guest lectures, and discussing moral and ethical situations faced by officers in the United States Army. I
• MIL-G 410 Military Leadership Lab II (0 cr.) As part of the program Military Leadership Lab provides students with hands on experience with leadership.  This is accomplished through planning, executing training events, attending guest lectures, and discussing moral and ethical situations faced by officers in the United States Army. II
• MIL-G 411 Military Science and Leadership 411– The Army Officer (3 cr.) MIL-G 411 develops student proficiency in planning, executing, and assessing complex operations, functioning as a member of a staff, and providing performance feedback to subordinates.  You are given situational opportunities to assess risk, make ethical decisions, and lead fellow ROTC cadets. Lessons on military justice and personnel processes prepare you to make the transition to becoming Army officer.  During your MSL IV year you will take an active leadership role in the battalion.  Both your classroom and battalion leadership experiences are designed to prepare you for your first unit of assignment.  You will identify responsibilities of key staff, coordinate staff roles, and use battalion events to teach, train, and develop subordinates. At the conclusion of this course, you will be able to plan, coordinate, navigate, motivate and lead a platoon in a future operational environment.  Successful completion of this course will assist in preparing you for your Basic Officer Leader Course and is a mandatory requirement for commissioning. I
• MIL-G 412 Military Science and Leadership 412– Company Grade Leadership (3 cr.) MIL-G 412 develops student proficiency in the application of critical thinking skills pertaining to Company Grade leadership, officer skills, Army Values and ethics, personal development, and small unit tactics at platoon level. This course includes reading assignments, homework assignments, small group assignments, briefings, case studies, practical exercises, mid-term exam, and a Capstone Exercise in place of the final exam.  For the Capstone Exercise, you will be required to complete an Oral Practicum that will evaluate your comprehensive knowledge of MIL-G 100-400 coursework, academic classes, Leadership Labs, and the Cadet Leader Course Training received at Fort Knox, KY.  During your MSL IV year you will take an active leadership role in the battalion, and you will be assessed on leadership abilities during classroom, Leadership Labs, and Leader Development Exercises (LDX).  Both your classroom and battalion leadership experiences are designed to prepare you for your first unit of assignment.  Successful completion of this course will assist in preparing you for your Basic Officer Leader Course and is a mandatory requirement for commissioning. II
• MIL-G 414 American Military History I (1 cr.) This military history course is the first part of a two-semester survey course with an analysis of American military history from the early American colonial period through the current global war on terrorism. The course is designed as an exploration into the evolution of modern warfare; with special emphasis on the technological developments, organization adaptations, and doctrinal innovations that have shaped the American military, from its first conception in 1607, through the 1900s. The successful completion of MIL-G 414 and MIL-G 415 meets the military history precommissioning requirement for United States Army ROTC cadets.
• MIL-G 415 American Military History II (1 cr.) P: MIL-G 414 The military history course is a two-semester survey course with an analysis of American military history, from the revolutionary war, through the current global war on terrorism. The course is designed to be an exploration into the evolution of modern warfare; with special emphasis on the technological developments, organizational adaptations, and doctrinal innovations that have shaped the American military from the 1900s through the modern-day war on terrorism. Part of this course includes a field trip to the nearby First Division Museum at Cantigny in Wheaton, Illinois. The successful completion of MIL-G 414 and MIL-G 415 meets the military history requirement for United States Army ROTC cadets, prior to completion of the program.