Military Science (Army ROTC) Courses

MILS 0180 Leadership Laboratory

1 semester hour. A practical laboratory of applied leadership and skills. Student-planned, student-organized, and student-conducted training oriented toward leadership development. Laboratory topics include marksmanship, small unit tactics, and multi-tiered programs focused on individual skill levels. Uniform and equipment provided. May be repeated for credit.

MILS 1111 Military Physical Conditioning I-A

1 semester hour. This course is designed for beginners, emphasizing the Army components of physical fitness; cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and body composition. Students are oriented to Army programs, planning, and training methodologies focused around functional fitness. An essential objective for each student is to achieve a minimum score in the Army Fitness test for record.

MILS 1112 Military Physical Conditioning I-B

1 semester hour. This course serves as a continuation of MILS 1111, emphasizing the Army components of physical fitness; cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and body composition. Students continue to develop their understanding of Army programs, planning, and training methodologies focused around functional fitness to include leading small group practical exercises and developing small group fitness plans. An essential objective for each student is to achieve a minimum score in the Army Fitness test for record. Prerequisite: MILS 1111.

MILS 1141 Foundations of Leadership

1 semester hour. Fundamental concepts of leadership in a profession in both classroom and outdoor laboratory environments. The study of time management skills, basic drill and ceremony, physical fitness, repelling, leadership reaction course, first aid, making presentations and marksmanship. Concurrent enrollment in MILS 0180 leadership lab and mandatory participation in independent physical fitness training, plus optional participation in a weekend field training exercise.

MILS 1142 Introduction to Leadership

1 semester hour. Application of principles of leadership through participation in physically and mentally challenging exercises with upper division ROTC students. Course focuses on communication skills, organizational ethics, and study and time management techniques. Concurrent enrollment in MILS 0180 leadership lab and mandatory participation in individual physical fitness training, plus optional participation in a weekend field training exercise.

MILS 2121 Military Physical Conditioning II-A

1 semester hour. This course implements the Army's holistic and fitness models by improving student's physical and mental well-being by utilizing Army Physical Readiness Training (PRT). Building on concepts of the 100 level class, emphasizing on the Army components of physical fitness; cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and body composition. An essential objective for each student is to achieve a minimum score in the Army fitness test for record. Prerequisite: MILS 1111, MILS 1112.

MILS 2122 Military Physical Conditioning II-B

1 semester hour. This course implements the Army's holistic and fitness models by improving student's physical and mental well-being by utilizing Army Physical Readiness Training (PRT). Continuation of MILS 2121 with emphasis on leadership of a small group or squad during physical training, supervising each individual's correct performance of stretching and calisthenics, as well as following assigned student's progression and taking responsibility for mentoring subordinates. An essential objective for each student is to achieve a minimum score in the Army fitness test for record. Prerequisite: MILS 1111, MILS 1112, MILS 2121.

MILS 2251 Individual/Team Development

2 semester hours. Introduction to individual and team aspects of military tactics in small unit operations. Includes use of radio communications, making safety assessments, movement techniques, planning for team safety/security, and pre-execution checks. Concurrent enrollment in MILS 0180 leadership lab and mandatory participation in individual physical fitness training, plus optional participation in a weekend field training exercise.

MILS 2252 Individual/Team Military Tactics

2 hours credit. Introduction to individual and team aspects of military tactics in small unit operations. Includes use of radio communications, making safety assessments, movement techniques, planning for teach safety/security, and pre-execution checks. Concurrent enrollment in MILS 0180 leadership lab and mandatory participation in individual physical fitness training, plus optional participation in a weekend field training exercise.

MILS 2291 Conference Course

2 semester hours. Independent study. Designed to supplement the military science curricula by a student's concentrated study in a narrower field of military skill or subject matter. May be repeated for credit. Does not count for PE credit.

MILS 2343 Leadership Training Camp

3 hours credit. A rigorous five-week summer camp conducted at an Army post, stresses leadership, initiative and self-discipline. No military obligation incurred. Completion of MILS 2343 qualifies a student for entry into the Advanced Course. Three different cycles offered during the summer, but spaces are limited by the Army. Candidates can apply for a space any time during the school year prior to the summer. Open only to students who have not taken all four of MILS 1141, 1142, 2251, and 2252, and who pass an ROTC physical examination. P/F grade only.

MILS 3131 Military Physical Conditioning III-A

1 semester hour. This course is designed to improve on existing previous levels of physical fitness and to develop the ability to design/implement physical fitness regiments structured for large groups or company sized elements. Focus is on achieving Army combat fitness standard and maintaining tactical readiness in dynamic environments in preparation for Army field training exercises. An essential objective for each student is to achieve a minimum score in the Army Fitness test for record and meet contracting standards. Prerequisite: MILS 1111, MILS 1112, MILS 2121, MILS 2122.

MILS 3132 Military Physical Conditioning III-B

1 semester hour. This course is a continuation of MILS 3131 to improve on existing previous levels of physical fitness and to develop the ability to design/implement physical fitness regiments structured for large groups or company sized elements. Focus is on achieving Army combat fitness standard and maintaining tactical readiness in dynamic environments in preparation for Army field training exercises. An essential objective for each student is to achieve a minimum score in the Army Fitness test for record and meet contracting standards. Prerequisite: MILS 1111, MILS 1112, MILS 2121, MILS 2122, MILS 3131.

MILS 3341 Leadership I

3 semester hours. Development of ability to evaluate situations, plan and organize training, learn military tactics, review case studies in leadership management, and develop teaching and briefing skills. Concurrent enrollment in Leadership Lab MILS 0180 mandatory.

MILS 3342 Leadership II

3 semester hours. Practical application of squad and platoon leadership in tactical situations; operation of small unit communications systems. Development of the leaders' ability to express themselves, analyze military problems, and prepare and deliver logical solutions. Demanding physical fitness training and performance-oriented instruction, in preparation for Summer Field Training. Concurrent enrollment in Leadership Lab MILS 0180 mandatory.

MILS 3443 Leader Development and Assessment Course

4 semester hours. A five-week off-campus field training course stressing the practical application of leadership management, with emphasis on tactical and technical military field skills. Open only to students who have successfully completed MILS 3341 and 3342, P/F grade only. Prerequisite: MILS 3341, MILS 3342.

MILS 3495 Nursing Advanced Summer Training

4 semester hours. Seven-week off-campus internship at a major U.S. Army hospital for ROTC nursing students. A nursing practicum with the focus on providing the student with hands-on experience which integrates clinical, interpersonal, and leadership knowledge and skills. Practical experience and familiarization with Army nursing in a variety of clinical tasks in the areas of medical-surgical nursing, pediatrics, obstetrics, and, in some cases, intensive care in ICUs. May be used for partial credit for NURS 3647 or NURS 3347 with prior arrangement and approval of the U.T.A. Dean of Nursing. Dallas Baptist University does not have a School of Nursing. Prerequisite: Completion of the junior year of a baccalaureate nursing program.

MILS 4141 Military Physical Conditioning IV-A

1 semester hour. Putting together all of the personal fitness concepts learned in the previous classes with emphasis on leadership of large groups or a battalion sized organization, including planning and coordination of all physical fitness for the ROTC Battalion and evaluation of the personal fitness training and trainers. Coordination of individual training specific to fitness ends. An essential objective for each student is to achieve a minimum score in the Army Fitness test for record. Prerequisite: MILS 1111, MILS 1112, MILS 2121, MILS 2122, MILS 3131, MILS 3132.

MILS 4142 Military Physical Conditioning IV-B

1 semester hour. Continuation of 4141 with emphasis on grasping the Army's policy on physical fitness, fitness maintenance, and safety. Students hone their mastery with Army regulations and forms pertaining to physical fitness. Responsible for planning, documentation, testing and briefing of the ROTC Battalion's Physical Fitness Program. An essential objective for each student is to achieve a minimum score in the Army. Prerequisite: MILS 1111, MILS 1112, MILS 2121, MILS 2122, MILS 3131, MILS 3132, MILS 4141.

MILS 4341 Advanced Leadership I

3 semester hours. Stresses leadership qualities necessary for Command and Staff functions and operations. Plan and conduct meetings, briefings, and conferences. Introduction to the Army Logistical System and the Personnel Management System. Preparation of after-action reports. Plan and conduct physical training programs. Concurrent enrollment in MILS 0180 mandatory.

MILS 4342 Advanced Leadership II

3 semester hours. Provides students with a basic working knowledge of the Military Justice System with emphasis on company-level actions and requirements, including Law of Land Warfare. Examines the ethical standards, professional roles, responsibilities, and uniqueness of the profession of officership. Concurrent enrollment in MILS 0180 mandatory.

MILS 4391 Conference Course

3 semester hours. Independent study on an individual basis on current topics in military science. Performance will be assessed by oral examination, written test, or research paper as arranged. May be repeated for credit.