Military Science Courses
Courses
This course introduces students to the Army and the profession of Arms. Students will examine the Army Profession and what it means to be a professional in the U.S. Army. The overall focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of the Army Leadership Requirements Model while gaining a complete understanding of the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student. Students also learn to perform basic Soldier skills to survive in a field environment to support their development as an Army leader.
Department: Military Science
1 Credit Hour
3 Total Contact Hours
2 Lab Hours
1 Lecture Hour
0 Other Hours
MS 1105 introduces students to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Students 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. Students learn the basics of the communications process and the importance for leader's to develop the essential skills to effectively communicate in the Army. Students will begin learning the basics of squad level tactics that will be reinforced during a weekly lab.
Department: Military Science
1 Credit Hour
3 Total Contact Hours
2 Lab Hours
1 Lecture Hour
0 Other Hours
The course adds depth to the students' knowledge of the different leadership styles. Students will conduct a leadership analysis of famous leaders and self-assessment of their own leadership style. The Army Profession is also stressed through understanding values, ethics and how to apply both to different situations they may encounter as a leader. Army Values and Ethics and their relationship to the Law of Land Warfare and philosophy of military service are also stressed. Students are then required to apply their knowledge outside the classroom in a hands-on performance-oriented lab.
Department: Military Science
2 Credit Hours
4 Total Contact Hours
2 Lab Hours
2 Lecture Hours
0 Other Hours
The course begins with analytical techniques, creative thinking skills and the Army problem solving process as related to situations faced by leaders when making decisions. TLPs and OPORD will lead Cadets to an understanding of Army Doctrine and Symbology. Squad tactics will be covered in classes on Unified Land Operations, Offensive Operations and Defensive Operations. Cadets are then required to apply their knowledge outside the classroom in a hands-on performance-oriented environment during a weekly lab.
Department: Military Science
2 Credit Hours
4 Total Contact Hours
2 Lab Hours
2 Lecture Hours
0 Other Hours
This course is an academically challenging course were you will analyze, test, and relate the fundamentals of Training Management and how the Army operates through the Warfighting functions. At the conclusion of this course, you will be capable of planning, preparing, and executing training for a squad conducting small unit tactics. Includes a lab per week using peer (MS III) facilitation overseen by MS IVs, supervised by ROTC Cadre.
Department: Military Science
3 Credit Hours
5 Total Contact Hours
2 Lab Hours
3 Lecture Hours
0 Other Hours
Prerequisite(s): (MS 2201 w/C or better AND MS 2202 w/C or better)
MS 3305 focuses on applied leadership in small unit operations. It is an academically challenging course where you will study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of direct level leadership 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 platoon in the execution of a mission. It includes a Lab per week.
U.S. Military History (3-0) A study of United States military history from colonial times to present. The course begins with an overview of military doctrine and terminology and will then consider the origins of the U.S. military system. Discussions will focus on the evolution of warfare, the progression of military professionalism and contemporary military affairs to include joint operations. Open to all UTEP students. . .
Department: Military Science
3 Credit Hours
3 Total Contact Hours
0 Lab Hours
3 Lecture Hours
0 Other Hours
Summer Field Training (0-0-4) Intensive field training course stressing practical application of leadership, management, and performance with emphasis on tactical and technical military skills. Prerequisites: MS 3301, MS 3302, fully enrolled as an advanced course student and Professor of Military Science (PMS).
Department: Military Science
4 Credit Hours
4 Total Contact Hours
0 Lab Hours
0 Lecture Hours
4 Other Hours
Prerequisite(s): (MS 3301 w/D or better AND MS 3302 w/D or better)
This is an academically challenging course were you will develop knowledge, skills, and abilities to plan, resource, and asses training at the small unit level. You will also learn about Army programs that support counseling subordinates and evaluating performance, values and ethics, career planning, and legal responsibilities. At the conclusion of this course, you will be familiar with how to plan. prepare, execute, and continuously assess the conduct of training at the company grade officer level. Includes a lab per week overseeing MS III lesson facilitation supervised by ROTC cadre.
MS 4402 is an academically challenging course were you will develop knowledge, skills, and abilities required of junior officers pertaining to the Army in Unified Land Operations and Company Grade Officer roles and responsibilities. This course includes reading assignments, homework assignments, small group assignments, briefings, case studies, practical exercises, a mid-term exam, and an Oral Practicum as the final exam.