Department of Military Science
Email: MilitaryScience@missouristate.edu
Web Site: http://www.missouristate.edu/milsci
Department Head: Professor LTC Brendan McKiernan, M.B.A.
Faculty (as of March 14, 2008)
Associate Professor: CPT Craig Halsey, B.S.
Assistant Professor: CPT Andrew Love, M.A.
Instructors: SFC Robert Hodapp, SFC Robert Lewis
General Information
Since 1952 the Military Science program (Army ROTC) has prepared college men and women for commissions as Second Lieutenants in the United States Army, the Army National Guard, and the Army Reserves. The ROTC program is divided into two elective courses; the Basic Course and the Advanced Course. Enrollment in all Basic Course classes is limited to full time freshmen and sophomore students. Students who enroll in Basic Course classes receive leadership, management, and confidence-building instruction which will be of great value in any career field they enter. Enrollment in the Advanced Course classes is restricted to students who meet departmental criteria and who willingly accept a commission as an Army officer with a military service obligation. All non-US citizens must have department permission prior to enrolling in any Military Science class.
Basic Course: The Basic Course encompasses two freshman and two sophomore Military Science classes. There are prerequisites for some of the classes, please check Basic Course class descriptions (below) for specifics. There is no military service obligation for enrolling in any of the Basic Course classes. The primary objective of the Basic Course is to provide college students with an understanding of the United States Army in general and Army ROTC in particular. Additionally, students who complete three Basic Course classes and meet departmental criteria, qualify for enrollment in the Advanced Courses, if they decide to continue in the Military Science program and earn an officer’s commission in the U.S. Army.
Advanced Course: The Advanced Course consists of two 300-level and two 400-level Military Science classes (see class descriptions below). Enrollment in all Advanced Course classes is by departmental permission. The primary objective of the Advanced Course is to prepare qualified college students for military service as Second Lieutenants in the United States Army, the Army National Guard, and the Army Reserves. Students who are accepted into this program receive $300-$500 per month (tax-free) for 10 months of both their Junior and Senior years. Additionally, Advanced Course students attend a six-week summer training, normally between their Junior and Senior year. Students receive a salary while at training, have meals and housing provided by the Army, and receive reimbursement for travel to and from the training. Upon completion of the four Advanced Course classes, summer training, and a bachelors degree, students are commissioned as Second Lieutenants in the U.S. Army. Students may elect to complete their military service either full time in the U.S. Army or part-time in the Army National Guard or Army Reserves.
All students in the Advanced Courses, prior to graduation, are required to take at least one course in each of the following four fields of study: Written Communications, Computer Literacy, Math Reasoning and Military History. The Written Communications and Math Reasoning requirements are satisfied by meeting the University’s General Education requirements. The Computer Literacy requirement is satisfied by completing one of the following courses; CIS 101, CSC 101 or CSC 121. The Military History requirement is satisfied by HST 315. Advanced Course students are also encouraged (but not required) to take a course in the fields of national security affairs and management, if their degree programs allow. Additionally, all Advanced Course students and ROTC Scholarship students must participate in a regularly scheduled physical fitness program.
Scholarships: The Army ROTC Scholarship program is open to all full time University students. 2-year and 3-year scholarships are awarded each year on a best qualified basis and students need not be enrolled in Military Science classes to compete. Army ROTC Scholarships provide full tuition, pay lab fees, educational fees and book costs, plus a monthly tax free allowance of $300-$500 for 10 months of each school year of the scholarship. Students who receive an Army ROTC Scholarship incur a military service obligation which is completed after graduation either full time in the U.S. Army or part-time in the Army National Guard or Army Reserves.
Leader’s Training Course: Students who decide they want an Army officer’s commission but have never taken a Military Science class, nor had any previous military training can still qualify for entry into the Advanced Course, provided they have at least two academic years remaining in their degree program. Attendance at a four week summer camp, called the Leader’s Training Course (LTC), qualifies students for the Advanced Course and eventually, a commission. Students who elect to attend LTC also receive a salary while at camp, have meals and housing provided by the Army, and receive reimbursement for travel to and from the camp. As a special incentive, students can compete for 2-year Army ROTC Scholarships while at LTC. These scholarships are awarded on the basis of college academic record, leadership potential, and performance at the camp. Additionally, students can receive 5 credit hours for attending LTC (See MIL 225).
Veterans: Students who are veterans of honorable military service (all branches of the Armed Forces, active and reserves) may be eligible for enrollment in the Advanced Course by virtue of their previous military training and experience. This option (called advanced placement) allows military veterans to complete the ROTC program in just two years, rather than four. Veterans who elect this option do not lose any of their GI Bill entitlements and still receive the monthly $300-$500 tax free allowance from ROTC.
Uniforms and Texts: Textbooks are supplied for all ROTC courses. Uniforms are provided when required. Freshman and Sophomore students are furnished uniforms if required. Advanced Course students are furnished uniforms and accessory items.
MIL 225 and MIL 325 fees: Students enrolling in MIL 225 and MIL 325 will be charged a fee of $150. This fee is instead of the Basic Fees, not in addition to those fees.
Minors
Military Science
(Non-Certifiable)
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MIL 301(3), 302(3), 411(3), 412(3); HST 315(3)
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Complete one course in each of the following fields of study:
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Communication Skills: ENG 310(3), 321(3), GLG 358(3), or COM 115(3)
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Computer Literacy: CIS 101(2), CSC 101(2), or CSC 121(3)
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Military Science Courses
MIL 101 Introduction to Military Science 2(2-0), F,S
This course will focus on basic pistol and rifle marksmanship. Students will get the opportunity to handle, learn the maintenance and proper way to fire, real US Army small arms weapons (M16A2 automatic rifle, M60 machine gun, M9 9mm Pistol). Students will have the option to exempt the final exam by attending a one day field trip to Camp Crowder to shoot on a real Army M16 qualification range. Additionally, students will get exposure to classes on basic military customs and courtesy.
MIL 102 Introduction to Basic Military Skills 2(2-0), F,S
This course will focus solely on the basic survival skills; land navigation, First Aid, acquiring food and water, firecraft, building survival shelters, mountaineering (rappelling, rock climbing, one rope bridge, knot tying). Students have the opportunity to exempt the final exam by attending a one day, one night survival field training exercise.
MIL 125 Leadership Fitness 1(0-3), D
Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Development of individual fitness and acquire the skills necessary to lead group fitness training. May be repeated for a total of 3 hours, but only one credit hour may be used to satisfy the Physical Well-Being requirement in General Education for students completing general education requirements in effect prior to fall 1997.
MIL 211 Basic Military Skills and Techniques 2(2-1), F
Prerequisite: MIL 101 or 102, and less than 50 semester hours or permission. Introduction to techniques of survival in various situations and climates, and pistol marksmanship.
MIL 212 Military Fundamentals Practicum 2(2-1), S
Prerequisite: two semesters of Military Science or permission. The class is designed for the military science students who desire accelerated instruction on rifle marksmanship, communications, map reading (to include the compass), and patrolling. The student will be required to wear a military uniform and meet Army appearance standards.
MIL 220 Basic Military Science Fundamentals 2-5, Su
Prerequisite: permission. Organization and mission of ROTC; the role of the U.S. Army in American history and the application of the principles of war; leadership theory and practice; introduction to military operations and basic tactics; instruction in marksmanship, land navigation and communication.
MIL 225 Basic Military Science Practicum 5, F,Su
Prerequisite: permission. A 6-week course conducted at Fort Knox, KY. The training is rugged and intensive with emphasis placed on leadership application, practical work and physical conditioning. Training will be conducted six days a week out-of-doors and requires active participation by all students. Enrolled students receive compensation for travel, lodging and food.
MIL 301 Military Leadership and Operations 3(3-1), F
Prerequisite: permission. Introduction to small unit tactics; principles of military leadership, to include theory, responsibilities, techniques, and practice; branches of the U.S. Army, oral presentation techniques and practice. One field trip is required. This course may not be taken Pass/Not Pass.
MIL 302 Military Skill Building 3(3-1), S
Prerequisite: permission. Small unit tactics; applied military leadership (builds on knowledge gained in MIL 301) with special emphasis on the junior leader's duties and responsibilities. Two field trips are required. This course may not be taken Pass/Not Pass.
MIL 325 Advanced Military Science Practicum 5(5-0), F,Su
A prerequisite to receive a commission in the U.S. Army through R.O.T.C. and for MIL Science 411 and 412. The 5-week course is conducted at Fort Lewis, Washington. The instruction, training and evaluation focuses on the professional development issues required to become an Army Officer. The primary focus is on evaluating the student's leadership potential through this mentally and physically demanding camp. The training and evaluation is conducted seven days a week for five weeks and requires active participation by all students. The student is placed in leadership positions which require him/her to lead up to 120 fellow students for extended periods of time. Enrolled students receive compensation for travel, lodging and food.
MIL 411 Military Qualification Skills for the Advanced Cadet 3(3-1), F
Prerequisite: permission. Ethics and professionalism of the military officer; Army command staff functions; oral presentation techniques and practice; military leadership at junior officer level; world change and military obligations. One field trip is required. This course may not be taken Pass/Not Pass.
MIL 412 Transition from Cadet to Lieutenant 3(3-1), S
Prerequisite: permission. Military justice system; army supply and logistics procedures and responsibilities; officer management system; obligations and responsibilities of a military officer; military leadership at junior officer level. Two field trips are required. This course may not be taken Pass/Not Pass.
MIL 496 (414) Readings/Research in Military Science 1-3, F,S
Prerequisite: permission. Planned readings and research on subjects in or related to Military Science. May be repeated for a total of 3 hours. This course may not be taken Pass/Not Pass.