Savannah State University

Military Science Courses
MILS	1101	Introduction to Military Science and Skills Development	2 Credits
Instruction providing a basic understanding of the U.S. military. The course includes the following subjects: the role of the U.S. Army in national defense, organization an branches of the U.S. Army, ROTC and its role, customs and traditions of the service, military writing, implementing a personal physical fitness program, role of the ARNG and USAR, and roles of the commissioned and noncommissioned officer. Skills development includes instruction and practical exercises in basic mountaineering skills including knot tying, belaying, and rappelling. This course is acceptable as a PE requirement. MILS 5000 is to be taken concurrently. (1-1-2)
MILS	1102	Basic Military Leadership	2 Credits
This Course continues the development of critical military skills, leadership, and management techniques. It provides basic leadership techniques and principles, professional ethics, and senior subordinate relationships. One weekend field trip is required. (2-1-2)
MILS	2201	Basic Military Skills	2 Credits
Instruction and practical exercises covering basic skills necessary as a future leader in the U.S. Army. The course includes the following subjects: land navigation and map reading, basic first aid, survival, and communications. (2-1-2)
MILS	2202	Basic Military Tactic	2 Credits
Instruction introduces students to the fundamentals of Army leadership and management techniques,. Focus is placed on the mission, organization, and composition of small unit teams; principles of offensive and defensive operations stressing firepower, movement, and communications techniques, and introduction to troop leading procedures. (2-1-2)
MILS	2250	Basic Field Internship	Credit varies
An intense summer program conducted at Ft. Knox, Kentucky, for six weeks. Designed as an alternative method to meet the prerequisites of the advanced course for students who have no basic course military science instruction. (V-V-5)
MILS	3301	Advanced Tactics and Applied Leadership I	3 Credits
Instruction on the principles of leadership and the leader’s role in directing small units in a variety of tactical scenarios. Emphasis is placed on developing and executing orders, troop leading procedures, and squad tactical reaction procedures. Land navigation and communication subjects are also included in the course. (3-2-3) Prerequisite: Completion of or placement credit for the Basic Course.
MILS	3302	Advanced Tactics and Applied Leadership II	3 Credits
Continued instruction on the principles of leadership and the leader’s role in direction of small units in a tactical environment. Emphasis is placed on offensive and defensive tactics, patrolling techniques, and conducting after-action reviews. Instruction in management and leadership techniques emphasizes Green Tab Leadership and leadership assessment. (3-2-3) Prerequisite: MILS 3301.
MILS	3350	Advanced Military Skills Practicum (Advanced Camp)	5 Credits
The study and practical application of military skills and leadership ability during a six-week encampment experience. Encampment and training is conducted at Ft. Bragg, N.C. Instruction and evaluation is done by U.S. Army ROTC Cadet Command. (V-V-5) Prerequisites: MILS 3301 and MILS 3302.
MILS	4401	Military Leadership and Management Seminar	3 Credits
Instruction covers U.S. Army Command and Staff functions. Military and professional knowledge topics include writing in the Army style, oral communications, conducting briefings, preparing to conduct training, and evaluating training. (V-1-5) Prerequisites: MILS 3301, MILS 3302, and MILS 3350.
MILS	4402	Transition to Lieutenant	3 Credits
Instruction prepares MS IV cadets in their transition from cadet/student to commissioned officer. The course also covers military law, the law of land warfare, and additional basic knowledge and individual needs to become a professional officer. (V-1-3) Prerequisite: MILS 4401.

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College: Sciences and Technology Course Descriptions

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