MSL 101 - Foundations of Officership

Description:
Introduces students to issues and competencies that are central to a commissioned officer’s responsibilities. Establishes framework for understanding officership, leadership, Army values, and life skills, such as physical fitness and time management. Open to all students.

Credits: (1)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Apply leadership principles to current issues, physical fitness, and time management.
Recognize issues and competencies central to officership, leadership, and Army values.
Know and describe key aspects of the US Army, to include the Army National Guard (ARNG) and US Army Reserve (USAR), as it relates to accomplishing the duties of a commissioned officer (Officership).
Explain the role of the US Army in war and peace and as it relates to the duties of a commissioned officer.
Discuss current world affairs and their impact on military planning and legislation.
Compare the roles of Officers and Non-Commissioned Officers when executing their duties.
Explain Army customs, courtesies, and traditions and how to apply them (Values & Ethics).
Recognize the role of time management and how it relates to long range, intermediate, and immediate goals.
Describe the four key fundamentals of basic rifle marksmanship.
Identify leadership theory and principles.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
12/5/2002