The course introduces students to fundamental components of service as an officer in the United States Army. These initial lessons are the building blocks of progressive lessons in values, fitness, leadership, and officership. Students will learn how the personal development of life skills such as cultural understanding, goal setting, time management, mental/physical resiliency, and stress management relate to leadership, officership, and the Army profession. The focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army leadership attributes and core leader competencies while gaining an understanding of the ROTC program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student.
Undergraduate Courses
Course Delivery DEFINITIONS:
- Online Courses: In online teaching, 100% of instruction takes place online via Canvas and with supplemental platforms like Zoom. There are two types of online courses: asynchronous and synchronous.
- Asynchronous online: Course is fully online, with lessons, assignments, and activities posted in Canvas with due dates. Students complete coursework, engage in discussions, etc., based upon their own schedules, but are required to meet posted deadlines.
- Synchronous online: Online course that includes real-time class meetings using technology (e.g. Zoom). The number of required meetings varies based upon the particular class, but meetings take place during the scheduled class times. Faculty will inform students of the schedule for real-time meetings in their courses.
- Hybrid Courses: Hybrid courses combine both in-person, on-campus meetings with online instruction. All face-to-face activities take place during the regularly-scheduled meeting times in the rooms assigned on the course listing. The number of in-person meetings varies by course. Faculty will notify students of the exact meeting schedule for their courses.
If your class is not listed as online or hybrid, it will meet fully face-to-face following the noted class schedule.
Leadership Lab introduces cadets to the Army and the Profession of Arms. In lab, cadets put theory into practice through a series of exercises and simulations designed to develop and test their leadership and physical fitness skills. Each lab has a Preparation, Execution, and as Assessment Phase. There will be opportunity for extensive small group discussions and exercises through the labs to apply learning and provide reflection. Prerequisite: Enrolled in Army ROTC with valid medical clearance documentation on file. Co-requisite: RTC 100.
All labs are taught at the 42nd ID HG in Troy.
The course contains the principal leadership instruction of the Basic Course. The use of practical exercises is emphasized, as students are increasingly required to apply communications and leadership concepts. The focus continues to build on developing knowledge of the leadership attributes and core leader competencies through the understanding of Army rank, structure, and duties as well as broadening knowledge of land navigation and infantry squad tactics. Case studies will provide a tangible context for learning and understanding the Soldier’s Creed and Warrior Ethos. Upon completion of this semester, students should be well grounded in the fundamental principles of leadership, and be prepared to intensify the practical application of their studies during the Advanced Course.
Leadership Lab introduces cadets to the Army and the Profession of Arms. In lab, cadets put theory into practice through a series of exercises and simulations designed to develop and test their leadership and physical fitness skills. Each lab has a Preparation, Execution, and as Assessment Phase. There will be opportunity for extensive small group discussions and exercises through the labs to apply learning and provide reflection. Prerequisite: Enrolled in Army ROTC with valid medical clearance documentation on file. Co-requisite: RTC 200.
All labs are taught at the 42nd ID HG in Troy.