MILS 4010 - Mission Command and the Army Profession, Part 1

Credits: (4)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $50.00
Course Fee Purpose: The course fees in this course will be used to purchase training aides, training resources and academic materials. Course fees will be used to pay for expenses regarding staff ride/battlefield tour (to include lodging, airfare/transportation, and meals), field training exercises, food/meals, training site fees, transportation costs, uniform items and lab supplies.
Description: This course focuses on the functions and roles of the commander/ leader and the staff. Subject matter includes problem solving, planning techniques and procedures, written and oral communications, training management and evaluation systems.
A three-hour weekly leadership lab to enhance leadership skills and apply classroom instruction to hands on training and execution is included. Students must participate in up to three, one-hour physical fitness sessions per week, which should be taken as MILS 4400, to satisfy requirements of the Military Science minor. One weekend field training exercise is required during the semester.