Course Description
Cadets are challenged to study, practice, and evaluate adaptive leadership skills as they are presented with the demands of the ROTC Leader Development Assessment Course (LDAC). Challenging scenarios related to small unit tactical operations are used to develop self awareness and critical thinking skills. Cadets receive systematic and specific feedback on their leadership abilities.
Athena Title
APP LEADER MGMT I
Prerequisite
MILS 1010 and MILS 1020 and MILS 2010 and MILS 2020 and permission of department
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to: Apply Army Leadership Framework while leading teams. Apply the Army Leadership Framework – values, attributes, skills, and actions of the “BE, KNOW, and DO” model – in tactical situations. Compare and contrast different leadership styles and effects on team dynamics. Apply effective oral and written communication skills in Army operations. Counsel subordinates on performance. Apply tactical principles and doctrine to Army Operations. Conduct troop leading procedures. Analyze terrain in practical situations. Navigate from one point to another. Apply principles of squad tactics in offensive and defensive operations. Conduct a risk assessment using 5 steps. Analyze personal readiness to enter LDAC in key areas of flexibility, character, adaptability, and fitness. Conduct a self assessment in personal development areas. Develop a readiness plan in preparation for LDAC. Identify battle fatigue risk factors and leader actions to offset them.
Topical Outline
Effective Communication: Written & Oral Land Navigation I: Map Reading Troop Leading Procedures Battle Drills Squad Tactics: Attack Introduction to Leadership Styles Stress Management Warrior Ethos Land Navigation II: Terrain Analysis Squad Tactics: Movement to Contact Squad Tactics: Defense Squad Tactics: Capstone Leadership Peer Evaluations