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Military Science: Army
There are no prerequisites for any basic courses. Students not attending on an Army ROTC Scholarship may take the 1000/2000-level courses as nonobligation electives. Army scholarships and service obligation options are discussed in class. All 3000/4000-level courses are intended for advanced ROTC cadets and persons with prior military training. Admission to these courses requires approval of the professor of military science.
MSL 1001 Foundations of Officership
Credits: 2.
Purpose and organization of the Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) and the United States Army. It includes an introduction to military customs and traditions, rank structure and the role of an Army officer. Each student must register for and attend a two-hour weekly leadership laboratory (MSL 1001L).
MSL 1001L Freshman Leadership Laboratory
Credits: 0; Coreq: MSL 1001.
Laboratory consists of a two-hour block of instruction that directly supports freshman classroom instruction. Participation in at least one weekend field training session, one community service project and two army physical fitness tests are required.
MSL 1002 Basic Leadership
Credits: 2.
Study and application of the Army ROTC Leadership Development Program (LDP). Instruction includes theory and application of leadership principles, competencies and dimensions. Individual leadership is developed through hands-on instruction in basic, individual military skills. The course is designed to introduce students to leadership attributes and apply those attributes in and out of the classroom. Students must register for and attend a two-hour weekly leadership laboratory (MSL 1002L).
MSL 1002L Freshman Leadership Laboratory
Credits: 0; Coreq: MSL 1002.
Laboratory consists of a two-hour block of instruction that directly supports freshman classroom instruction. Participation in at least one weekend field training session, one community service project and two army physical fitness tests are required.
MSL 2101 Individual Leadership Studies
Credits: 2.
This course presents the future leader through a combination of classroom instruction and laboratory practical application and an in-depth look at basic troop/organization leadership principles and skills. Provides training on the basics of rifle marksmanship and instruction on the principles of modern warfare and effective writing. Students must register for and attend a two-hour weekly leadership laboratory (MSL 2101L).
MSL 2101L Sophomore Leadership Laboratory
Credits: 0; Coreq: MIS 2621C.
Laboratory consists of a two-hour block of instruction that directly supports sophomore classroom instruction. Participation in at least one weekend field training session, one community service project and two army physical fitness tests are required.
MSL 2102 Leadership and Teamwork Techniques
Credits: 2.
This course presents the future leader through a combination of classroom instruction and laboratory practical application and an in-depth look at basic troop/organization leadership principles and skills. Provides training on the basics of rifle marksmanship and instruction on the principles of modern warfare and effective writing. Students must register for and attend a two-hour weekly leadership laboratory.
MSL 2102L Sophomore Leadership Laboratory
Credits: 0; Coreq: MSL 3202.
Laboratory consists of a two-hour block of instruction that directly supports sophomore classroom instruction. Participation in at least one weekend field training session, one community service project and two army physical fitness tests are required.
MSL 3201 Leadership and Problem Solving
Credits: 3.
This course is designed to instruct the advanced ROTC cadet in infantry squad tactics and operations and to broaden their general military skills to enhance their performance at ROTC Advanced Camp. Topics include the ROTC Leadership Development Program (LDP), land navigation and map reading, basic rifle marksmanship techniques, effective written and oral communication skills, troop leading procedures and infantry squad offensive and defensive operations. Cadets must attend a two-hour weekly leadership laboratory and participate in a physical fitness program given at times other than normal class sessions.
MSL 3201L Leadership and Problem Solving Laboratory
Credits: 0; Coreq: MSL 3201.
Laboratory consists of a two-hour block of instruction that directly supports junior classroom instruction. Participation in at least one weekend field training session, one community service project and two Army physical fitness tests are required in preparation for National Advanced Leadership Course.
MSL 3202 Leadership and Ethics
Credits: 3.
Improves cadet proficiency in those military subjects necessary to meet minimum standards of technical competence and self-confidence required of a junior officer in the U.S. Army. Prepares cadets for participation at ROTC advanced camp. Major emphasis during course is placed on physical training and field training exercises. Student must attend a weekly two-hour leadership laboratory and participate in physical fitness sessions given at times other than normal class sessions.
MSL 3202L Leadership and Ethics Laboratory
Credits: 0.
Continuation of the skills learned during MSL 3201L in preparation for National Advanced Leadership Course.
MSL 4301 Leadership and Management
Credits: 3.
Designed to prepare cadets for duty as commissioned officers. Instruction centers around proficiency/familiarization with the military justice system, military administration, the officer professional management system, international laws of war and principles of management/leadership. Students also participate in a physical fitness program.
MSL 4301L Leadership and Management Laboratory
Credits: 0.
Two-hour block where seniors lead, train and motivate underclassmen in their study of military science.
MSL 4302 Officership
Credits: 3.
MSL 4302L Officership Laboratory
Credits: 0.
MSL 4400 United States Military History
Credits: 3; credit given for attending National Advanced Leadership Course in Fort Lewis, Washington.
MSL 4905 Independent Study
Credits: 1 to 3; maximum 6 credits.
Readings and discussion in advanced topics of military science; requires department permission.
MSL 4941 Advanced Leader Training
Credits: 4.
National advanced leader's course is the Army's 5-week leader internship conducted at Fort Lewis, Washington form June through August. The camp places each cadet and officer candidate in a variety of leadership positions, many of which simulate stressful combat situations. Cadets are evaluated by platoon tactical officers and NCOs. Training is organized into separate committees in a tiered structure, including basic military skills, leadership development, tactical training, basic rifle marksmanship and situational training exercises. Evaluation is continual.

General Education Categories

Consult Schedule of Courses for specific information.

  • Biological Sciences (B)
  • Composition (C)
  • Diversity (D)*
  • Humanities (H)
  • International (N)*
  • Mathematics (M)
  • Physical Sciences (P)
  • Social and Behavioral Sciences (S)

* Students who entered UF prior to Summer B 2007 and/or whose catalog year is not 2007-08: Current students who have not completed six hours of international/diversity (I) credits can do so now by taking D and N courses.

Symbols Used in Course Descriptions

  • (WR): the course satisfies the writing requirement.
  • (MR): the course satisfies the math requirement.
  • (S-U): the course may be taken on a satisfactory-unsatisfactory basis.
  • Refer to the Schedule of Courses for specific information.