SYLLABUS
Military Science and Leadership 102
Introduction to the Profession of Arms
Spring Semester 2015
Instructor: SFC Tripp, Sean
Class Sessions: Section 0001: Tuesday, 1100-1150 UWEC, SSS 213
Section 002: Wednesday, 0930-1020 UWEC, SSS 213
Leadership Lab: Thursday, 0700 – 0900 UWEC, MPE 162
Physical Training: Mon-Wed-Fri, 0630 – 0730 UWEC, Ade Olson Upper Track
Course Description:
MSL 102 introduces you to the professional challenges and competencies that are needed for
effective execution of the profession of arms and Army communication. 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. As you become further acquainted with MSL 102, you
will learn the structure of the ROTC Basic Course program consisting of MSL 101, 102, 201,
202, Fall and Spring Leadership Labs.
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.
This semester, 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
 Gain practical experience using critical communication skills
Prerequisites: None
Course Objectives:
6 Army Learning AreasThe Army Profession:
Comprehends and accepts the Army as values based organization that embraces the Warrior
Ethos.
Professional Competence:
Understands the concept of professionalism and demonstrates proficiency of select individual
military skills (within curriculum).
Adaptability:
Defines and uses the problem solving process in military and non-military problems.
Teamwork:
Demonstrates the individual’s role and responsibilities in support of team efforts
Appreciates and values the contributions of different and diverse cultures as they apply in the
Army and on the college campuses.
Demonstrates an introductory level of writing and speaking proficiency and basic negotiation
strategies required for effective leadership.
Lifelong Learning:
Understands the principles of lifelong learning through an appreciation of learning styles and
knowledge of adult learning principles.
Comprehensive Fitness:
Comprehends the basic elements of comprehensive soldier and family fitness and exhibits a
functional knowledge of resiliency factors.
Methods of Presentation:
The course consists of lectures, class discussions, indoor/outdoor practical exercises (hands-on
training), Field Training Exercises, demonstrations and student presentations.
Class participation:
Students are expected to participate actively in learning through critical reflection, inquiry,
dialogue, and group interactions. This includes participating in class discussion, sharing
personal perspectives and experiences related to principles discussed in class or reading, and
working with fellow students to engage in class and lab exercises.
Readings:
Students are responsible for all assigned and/or optional reading assignments. Students are
expected to spend adequate time on assigned reading and reflecting on all written materials prior
to class.
Read: “A Message to Garcia,” by Elbert Hubbard
Homework and Quizzes:
Complete the homework in accordance with the standard set in class. The class is interactive and
uses homework and in-class assignments to evaluate learning. Quizzes are used at the
Instructor’s discretion to further assess learning objectives.
Mid-term and Final Exam:
In class, open or closed book examinations composed of a combination of multiple choice,
true/false, short answer and/or essay. A mid-term exam will be given to test the levels of learning
achieved by students in the first half of the course. A cumulative final exam will be given to test
the levels of learning achieved by students throughout the course of the semester. An unexcused
absence will result in zero credit for the exam.
Evaluation/Grades:
1) Grading Scheme: A > 90% B > 80% ; C > 70% ; D > 60% ; F = 59% or below
2) Grade Components:
Class Participation
5%
APFT Participation and improvement
10%
Lesson Assessments
30%
Mid-Term Exam
25%
Final Exam
30%
Attendance:
Cadets will attend every class period. Cadets who miss a class period for any reason are
responsible for informing the Instructor and requesting the notes they missed from other
cadets. Cadets who must miss an exam due to illness or death in the family must contact the
instructor as soon as possible to receive further instructions.
ROTC Course Labs and Physical Training:
Cadets are required to attend leadership labs.
Cadets are required to attend one physical training session on the Monday of each week (Cadets
may request permission to attend Wednesday or Friday due to schedule conflicts but must be
approved by instructor) Contracted Cadet’s must attend all 3 x PT sessions every week.
Any Cadets with classes that meet at 0800 or other scheduling conflicts with Leadership lab or
PT will advise their Instructor NLT the first day of lab for arrangements. Leadership lab is part
of the MSL class grade. Maximum effort should be made by the Cadet with their course
instructor when resolving time conflicts to arrive at a balanced arrangement with the conflicting
course.
Uniforms:
Lecture: Contracted Cadets will wear their Army Service Uniform (ASU) Class B with beret.
All variants of this uniform are authorized IAW DA Pam 670-1. Non-contracted cadets, who
have not been issued a uniform, will wear business casual attire. As future leaders we are
expected to present ourselves in a professional manner, the above policy is in an attempt to align
our formation to the standard; however, no grade is assigned to this request.
Lab: Contracted Cadets will wear the Army Combat Uniform (ACU) and equipment. Noncontracted cadets, who have not been issued a uniform, will wear their respective issued
University ROTC Polo shirt with jeans or other similar pants, outdoor clothing and sturdy
civilian footwear.
Cadets must return equipment and uniforms prior to the end of the semester, if issued. Any
student with outstanding supply issues receives an incomplete “I” until the student clears the
supply room.
Instructor Availability:
I will be in my office almost every day. If you have questions, please feel free to stop by
anytime. If you want to ensure that you see me, make an appointment after class, by either
phone or e-mail.
Office phone number: (715) 836-4567
Cell phone number: (502)210-3832
Office location: Military Science Department, UWEC – SSS 113A
Core duty hours: 0800 to 1600 hours Monday through Friday
E-mail: tripps@uwec.edu or sean.tripp.mil@mail.mil
Course Design:
This class will be conducted in an interactive manner. Everyone will be responsible for
contributing to the success of the learning experience. Lectures will be brief and interactive.
You will have extensive small group discussions and exercises throughout the class. Time will
be given in class to discuss and work on projects and papers. You are encouraged to work
together with the instructor in modifying assignments, suggesting agenda, and raising questions
for discussion.
Accommodations:
The Northwood’s Battalion welcomes cadets with disabilities into its educational programs,
activities, residential halls, and everything else it offers. Those who will need academic
adjustments or accommodations for a disability should see the Instructor prior to class.
Electronics:
Phones will be turned off during class or placed on vibrating mode if needed due to family
responsibilities. Laptops are permitted as long as the content displayed is consistent with the
class lecture or discussion. Talking on phones, texting, IMing, surfing the web, etc. are not
acceptable activities while class is in session.
Academic Integrity Policy: The University policy regarding academic honesty and discipline
will be strictly enforced. Cadets who violate academic integrity in any manner, including
plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of dishonesty, will fail the assignment/examination in
question and may go through further disciplinary procedures. Plagiarism refers to the use of
materials from books, notes and other sources, in the student's written work, without due credit
to the sources used; it is the presentation of materials as if these are the student's own. Cheating
refers to securing or giving help in a test, unauthorized copying of tests, etc. Other forms of
dishonesty would be taking a test in place of another student, etc.
SEAN TRIPP
SFC, USA
UW EAU CLAIRE-ROTC
1702 Park Ave.
Eau Claire, WI 54701
502-210-3832 cell
715-836-4567 office
tripps@uwec.edu
sean.tripp.mil@mail.mil