MSL 202 SYLLABUS
MILITARY SCIENCE DEPARTMENT
ARMY ROTC “CHIPPEWA BATTALION
CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Mount Pleasant, MI 48859
ATOW-IMI-CM
MEMORANDUM FOR ALL Military Science Students
MSL 202
Leadership and Teamwork
Course Syllabus
SPRING, 2009
Instructors:
1LT Tierney Williams / CPT Robert Gaskill
Office: Finch 111
Phone: 989.774.3149
OFFICE Hours and Appointments:
M-F 1:00pm-3:00pm
I will meet with any of you to discuss assignments, issues, or concerns. My schedule is generally
flexible and I will schedule a specific time to meet with you beyond office hours, if necessary. I will
communicate by using student email accounts. All class materials will be posted in Blackboard. It is
imperative to check your student email accounts daily to ensure that you are getting all the information
needed.
Email: willi6ta@cmich.edu / gaski1rj@cmich.edu
CLASSES: Tuesday 5:00pm-6:50pm & Wednesday 3:30pm-5:20pm
LABS: Wed 6:00pm-7:50pm
CREDIT: 3 Hrs
Subjects: Army Values, Team Goals and Time management, Terrain Analysis, Introduction to
Patrolling, Defense, Effective Writing,OPORDS, Navigation Methods and Route Planning,
Transformational, Situational and Adaptive Leadership, Leadership Analysis, Terrorism Awareness..
Course Objectives: The key objective of this semester is to explore in more detail the Army’s leadership
philosophy and learn fundamental military concepts.
Course Description:
MSL 202 expands upon the fundamentals introduced in the MSL 201 level. The MSL 202 course
examines the challenges of leading tactical teams in the complex contemporary operating
environment. The course highlights dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders.
Further study of the theoretical basis of Army leadership framework explores the dynamics of
adaptive leadership in the context of military operations. MS 202 provides a smooth transition into
MS 301. Cadets will develop greater self awareness as they assess their own leadership styles and
practice communication and team building skills. Contemporary operating environment case studies
give insight into the importance and practice of teamwork and tactics in real-world scenarios.
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To Achieve the Course Objectives the student will be able to:

Explain the situational, transformational, and adaptive theories and their relationship to the Army.

Describe methods of assessing leadership styles.
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Explain the Army values and the Army’s Consideration of Others program.
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Write in accordance with the Army standard for effective writing.
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Describe the history of terrorism and basic US antiterrorism policy.
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Distinguish between operations, fragmentary and warning orders
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Demonstrate terrain analysis and route planning skills.
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Explain the five- paragraph format for an operations order.
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Plan, write and brief an operations order.
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Describe the characteristics and techniques of defensive operations.
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Explain how squads and platoons plan for and conduct patrols.
Student Preparation:
Students will read and study assignments prior to class when applicable and be prepared to be examined on
material and/or discuss material during class as well as demonstrate proficiency with each skill. 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.
Course Textbooks and Required Materials/Uniforms/TA 50: Cadets are required to wear the Army
Combat Uniform (ACU) for Class, LABS and any other mandatory activities. Cadets participating in
Physical Fitness Training are required to wear the Army Physical Fitness Uniform. All materials will be
supplied by the Military Science Department.
Textbook/Required Materials/Uniforms/TA 50 will be returned at the completion of the Semester or
when a Cadet drops from the Military Science Course. Failure to return books and equipment will result in
a hold being placed on student’s university account until the equipment is returned or paid for. This hold
will prevent student from registering for the next semester and from receiving final grades/transcripts of
current semester.
MSL II CADET TEXTBOOKS: Provided by ROTC Department
Readings
Student Text: MSL II, Leadership and Teamwork, Pearson Custom Publishing, 2008
FM 3-25.26 Map Reading and Land Navigation
FM 7-8 Infantry Rifle Platoon and Squad, including Appendix A
FM 22-100 Army Leadership Be, Know, Do
STP 21-1-SMCT Task #071-326-0502
Army Publications Site:
http://www.army.mil/usapa/doctrine/Active_FM.html
http://www.militarydial.com/army-force-structure.htm
http://www.goarmy.com/about/ranks_and_insignia.jsp
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http://www.army.mil/warriorethos
http://www.changingminds.org
http://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook
DVD Support Materials (Curriculum Utility Pack – CUP)
o
“Saving Private Ryan”
o
“Blackhawk Down”
o
“Gettysburg”
o
“We Were Soldiers”
o
“Remember the Titans”
Physical Training (PT):
PT is MANDATORY every Wednesday (non-contracted Cadets) and Monday, Wednesday, Friday
(contracted/Scholarship Cadets). PT Attendance IS A REQUIREMENT for the 202 class
Quizzes:
The class is interactive and uses homework and in-class assignments to evaluate learning. Quizzes will be
used at the Instructor’s discretion. There will be 9 quizzes worth 20 points each.
Mid-Term Exam:
A mid-term exam will be given to test the levels of learning achieved by students in the first half of the
course.
Final Exam:
A cumulative final exam will be given to test the levels of learning achieved by students throughout the
course of the semester.
Homework/Project Assignments:
1) 104R academic completion
2) Personal Mission statement 2-3 pages in APA format
3) Write a 2–3 page essay describing a time when you demonstrated or experienced someone else
demonstrating one of the seven core values. What was the situation? How was the value
demonstrated? What was the result? Describe how the demonstration of values link to the Army
attribute –mental, physical and emotional.
4) Leader Actions presentation to the class (in a team) from FM 22-100. Presentation must have
supporting documentation and meet the lesson objectives.
Conduct of Course: Course will stress leadership theory (science) in the classroom and the application
(art) of leadership during Leadership Labs. Methodologies used will include lecture, class discussions,
practical exercises, case studies, and announced and unannounced examinations.
Course Outline: See attached Training Schedule.
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Grading Policy: Grades will be recorded for each student in accordance with Grading System as outlined
in current CMU Bulletin. The student’s grade will be based upon 1000 points. The points and grades are
allocated as follows:
Point Breakdown
Class Attendance
Class Participation
104 R
PERSONAL MISSION STATEMENT
MID-TERM EXAM
ESSAY Assignment
PRESENTATION
QUIZZES
FINAL EXAM
50
50
100
50
150
100
100
180
220
Grading Scale
940-1000
A
900-939
A870-899
B+
840-869
B
800-839
B770-799
C+
740-769
C
700-739
C670-699
D+
640-669
D
600-639
D0-599
E
Extra Credit:
50 Points-for 80 points or higher in each event (APFT)
20 Points-Queens Guard, Rifle Team, Mu Sigma, or 300 Club
15 Points-attending Spring CFTX
10 Points-100% Physical Fitness Sessions Semester
10 Points-attending the military ball
Deductions:
20 Points for every class or lab missed up to 100 points
10 points for every required PT session missed up to 50 points
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NOTE 1. All Military Science students will attend a Leadership Lab on Wednesday from 6:007:50 p.m. Attendance is mandatory to receive credit for this course. Subjects will be taught in labs with
an emphasis on practical exercise/hands on training. Physical Fitness, Field Training Exercises
participation is mandatory for all Contract and Scholarship Cadets.
NOTE 2. Attendance at class and Leadership Lab is an important part of your grade. 5
points will be deducted for unexcused non-attendance at any class or lab (50 pts total). To offset the
loss of points for unavoidable absences or sub-standard test scores, bonus points may be earned as
follows:
a. Field Training Exercises (FTX): [SEE NOTE 3] 20 bonus pts per day
b. Joining and participating in a Military Science sponsored club (50 pts)
NOTE 3. Field Training Exercise (FTX): (27-28 March- Ft. Custer)
a. Attending a Chippewa Battalion FTX allows the student an opportunity for practical exercise.
b. Prerequisites:
(1) Student must submit DA Form 3425-R and CC Form 139 prior to participation
NOTE 4. Physical Fitness Training (PT):
Student must submit DA Form 3425-R and CC Form 139 prior to participation in any Physical Fitness
Training Session (PT). Bonus points for attending PT are at the discretion of the Instructor.
Request for Accommodation: CMU provided students with disabilities reasonable accommodation to
participate in educational programs, activities or services. Students with disabilities requiring
accommodations to participate in class
Activities or meet course requirements should first register with the office of Students Disability Services,
(telephone 989-774-3018, TDD #2568), and then contact the professor as soon as possible.
CMU Policy on Academic Integrity: Because academic integrity is a cornerstone of the University’s
commitment to the principles of free inquiry, students are responsible for learning and upholding professional
standards of research, writing, assessment, and ethics in their areas of study. In the academic community the
high value placed on truth implies a corresponding intolerance of scholastic dishonesty. Written or other
work which students submit must be the product of their own efforts and must be consistent with appropriate
standards of professional ethics. Academic dishonesty, which includes cheating, plagiarism and other forms
of dishonest or unethical behavior, is prohibited. *All MS students are required to read the CMU Policy on
Academic Integrity. This policy is online for your convenience at: http://www.cmich.edu/policiesprocedures/
Very Important Notices:
Classroom Civility: “Each CMU student is encouraged to help create an environment during class that
promotes learning, dignity, and mutual respect for everyone. Students who speak at inappropriate times,
sleep in class, display inattention, take frequent breaks, interrupt the class by coming to class late, engage in
loud or distractive, use cell phones or pagers in class, use inappropriate language, are verbally abusive,
display defiance or disrespect to others, or behave aggressively towards others could be asked to leave the
class and be subjected to disciplinary action under the Code of Student Rights, Responsibilities and
Disciplinary Procedures.” Except in emergencies, students are not to leave the classroom, nor leave and
return to the classroom, without first obtaining the instructor’s permission. Such behavior is uncivil to both
me and to other students. Students may not leave the classroom and return during tests.
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Electronic Devices: No electronic devices of any kind may be used during class without the instructor’s
permission. These devises have become major classroom disruptors in some cases, and interfere both with
the instructor’s and other students’ working. Be sure cell phones are switched off/silent before coming into
the classroom.
OVERVIEW OF SESSIONS:
Week OF
13 JAN
14 JAN
14 JAN
Period
1
LAB
SUBJECT
COURSE OVERVIEW/ARMY VALUES AND CO2
CLAYMORE / FIRST AID 2 / 9-LINE MEDEVAC / REACT TO IED
20 JAN
21 JAN
2
21 JAN
LAB
27 JAN
28 JAN
3
28 JAN
LAB
03 FEB
04 FEB
4
04 FEB
LAB
10 FEB
11 FEB
5
11 FEB
LAB
17 FEB
18 FEB
6
18 FEB
LAB
24 FEB
25 FEB
7
PATROL BASE OPERATIONS / DEFENSE II
25 FEB
LAB
CONDUCT AMBUSH / CONDUCT ATTACK
03 MAR
04 MAR
8
04 MAR
LAB
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TEAM GOALS AND TIME MGMT/ADVANCED TIME MGMT
CLAYMORE / FIRST AID 2 / 9-LINE MEDEVAC / REACT TO IED
INTRO TO TERRAIN ANALYSIS / TERRAIN ANALYSIS PE
SQUAD MOVEMENT TECHNIQUES/ HAND AND ARM SIGNALS
INTRO TO PATROLLING/ PATROLLING ORGANIZATION
CWST
REVIEW FOR MID TERM
KOB / MTC / RTC (BACK UP DAY FOR CWST)
MID-TERM
KOB / MTC / RTC (BACK UP DAY FOR CWST)
EFFECTIVE WRITING / OPERATIONS ORDERS I
NOLDE LECTURE
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10 MAR
11 MAR
9
11 MAR
LAB
SPRING BREAK **NO CLASS**
SPRING BREAK **NO LAB**
17 MAR
18 MAR
10
OPERATIONS ORDERS II
18 MAR
LAB
CONDUCT AMBUSH / CONDUCT ATTACK
24 MAR
25 MAR
11
NAVIGATION METHODS & ROUTE PLANNING / PE
25 MAR
LAB
CFTX PCI
31 MAR
01 APR
12
TRANSFORMATIONAL, SITUATIONAL, ADAPTIVE LEADERSHIP
01 APR
LAB
PATROL BASE
07 APR
08 APR
13
LEADERSHIP ANALYSIS / CAPSTONE PRESENTATIONS
08 APR
LAB
HIGH ROPES COURSE / RIFLE RANGE / RAPPELING
14 APR
15 APR
14
CAPSTONE PRESENTATIONS / LEADERSHIP ASSESSMENT
15 APR
LAB
MAROON PLATOON TRAIN UP
21 APR
22 APR
15
TERRORISM AWARENESS / OPERATIONS ORDERS III
25 APR
LAB
BN SKILLS COMPETTION
28 APR
29 APR
16
REVIEW FOR FINAL EXAM
29 APR
LAB
Awards (UC Auditorium)
05 MAY
06 MAY
FINAL EXAM
*I will NOT be teaching the HIGHLIGHTED SECTIONS.
SPRING 2009
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