I. INTRODUCTION CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE MSMG 1312 ARMY DOCTRINE AND TEAM DEVELOPMENT Semester Hours Credit: 3 INSTRUCTOR: OFFICE HOURS: A. The Military Science Level II course produces a cadet grounded in foundational leadership doctrine and skills by following and leading small units to achieve assigned missions; who applies critical thinking and problem solving using Troop Leading Procedures (TLP); who comprehends the value of diversity and understands the officer s role in leading change; understands the fundamentals of the Army as a profession. B. MSMG 1312 focuses on Army doctrine and team development. The course begins the journey to understand and demonstrate competencies as they relate to Army doctrine. Army Values, Teamwork, and Warrior Ethos and their relationship to the Law of Land Warfare and philosophy of military service are also stressed. The ability to lead and follow is also covered through Team Building exercises at squad level. Students are then required to apply their knowledge outside the classroom in a hands-on performance-oriented environment during a weekly lab facilitated by MSL III Cadets and supervised by cadre. C. This course is occupationally related and serves as preparation for careers in Leadership and as a United States Army Officer. D. Prerequisite(s): MSMG 1310 II. LEARNING OUTCOMES Upon successful completion of this course, Army Doctrine and Team Development, the student will: A. Define Unified Land Operations. (F6-9) B. Demonstrate Leadership skills during Team Building exercises. (C9-10, C12, F8) C. Apply Law of Land Warfare to a tactical mission. (C12, F-9, F17)) D. Explain intermediate tactical missions and operations. (F1, F5-6, F9) February 2019 1
III. INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS The instructional materials identified for this course are viewable throughhttps://rotc.blackboard.com. IV. COURSE REQUIREMENTS A. Reading Assignments Students are responsible for all assigned and/or optional reading assignments. Students are expected to spend adequate time reading and reflecting on all written materials prior to class. Each instructor will discuss reading assignments with students. B. Projects Each instructor will discuss the particular projects(s) required in MSMG 1312. This instruction will include: 1. Defining the project(s). 2. Describing the specific requirements for the project(s) such as: a. Length b. Typed/hand written c. Format for project(s) d. Footnoting or other citation e. Date due 3. Explaining the grading criteria. 4. Explaining the weight of the project in the student s final course grade. C. Class and Lab Performance Each instructor will discuss classroom performance and explain if classroom performance is an element in computing a student s semester grade. D. Class and Lab Participation V. EXAMINATIONS Each instructor will discuss the level and type classroom participation expected of students. If classroom participation is an element in computing a student s course grade, the instructor will provide the details. 2
Your instructor will determine how many exams will be given during the course, their content, and when they will be administered. Make-up exams will be handled according to the policy of the individual instructor. The design and schedule of the make-up exam is also at the discretion of the instructor. Examinations are individual efforts. Any form of academic dishonesty will result in sanctions. Full details on college policies relating to scholastic honesty can be found in the current college catalog. VI. SEMESTER GRADE COMPUTATION A. Grade Formula The instructor will outline the specific grade formula for the class. It will show how each course requirement (exams, papers, projects, participation, etc.) factors into the student s final course grade. B. Grade Computation 90 100 = A 80 89 = B 70 79 = C 60 69 = D 0 59 = F VII. NOTES AND ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FROM THE INSTRUCTOR A. Course Withdrawal: (Consistent with CTC policy which can be found in the CTC catalog, student handbook, and bulletins which are available at the CTC website at http://www.ctcd.edu. B. Administrative Withdrawal: (Consistent with CTC policy which can be found in the CTC catalog, student handbook, and bulletins which are available at the CTC website at http://www.ctcd.edu. C. Incomplete Grade: (Consistent with CTC policy which can be found in the CTC catalog, student handbook, and bulletins which are available at the CTC website at http://www.ctcd.edu. D. Cellular Phones and Beepers: Cellular phones and beepers will be turned off while the student is in the classroom or laboratory. 3
E. American s with Disabilities ACT (ADA): Disability Support Services provide services to students who have appropriate documentation of a disability. Students requiring accommodations for class are responsible for contacting the Office of Disability Support Services (DSS) located on the central campus. This service is available to all students, regardless of location. Explore the website at www.ctcd.edu/disability-support for further information. Reasonable accommodations will be given in accordance with the federal and state laws through the DSS office. F. Instructor Discretion: The instructor reserves the right of final decision in course requirements. G. Civility: Individuals are expected to be cognizant of what a constructive educational experience is and respectful of those participating in a learning environment. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action up to and including expulsion. H. Inappropriate Relationships: Per Army Directive 2016-17 (Protecting Against Prohibited Relations During Recruiting and Entry-Level Training and IAW Department of Defense Instructions (DoDI) 1304.33 (Protecting Against Inappropriate Relations During Recruiting and Entry Level Training). The Army and all Army personnel (including any Army military, civilian, or contractor personnel) will treat each prospect, applicant, recruit, and trainee with dignity and respect as they pursue their aspiration of serving in the military. Army policy prohibits inappropriate relations between recruiters and prospects, applicants, and/or recruits and between trainers providing entry-level training and trainees. At a minimum and as required, the prospect, applicant, recruit, trainee, recruiter, or trainer will complete the following administrative actions. Commanders may add requirements to this list. (1) Trainers providing entry-level training will sign a DD Form 2982 that acknowledges their understanding of the prohibitions listed in paragraph 5d and their responsibilities regarding the policies to avoid the inappropriate behaviors and relations outlined in this directive. The DD Form 2982 will be recertified annually. The form will be locally filed and kept for 1 year after the trainer has left the unit. (2) At the onset of the first training session, trainers will brief trainees on the policies in this directive and provide information that trainees can use to contact someone in leadership if they wish to report any issue related to a trainer s inappropriate conduct. 4
(3) Trainees will sign a DD Form 2983 to acknowledge their understanding and responsibilities as outlined in this directive no later than the first day of entry-level training. The DD Form 2983 will be locally filed and kept until 6 months after the trainee has left the unit. I. Title IX Campus Sexual Assault Policy: Central Texas College and the Central Texas College District (CTCD) will not tolerate sexual misconduct in any form. Sexual misconduct is a flagrant violation of the values and behavioral expectations of a college community. All reported violations within the jurisdiction of the college, including sexual assault and harassment, will be investigated and, as warranted, will be resolved through appropriate college disciplinary processes and/or criminal proceedings in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Students who believe that they have been subjected to sexual assault or harassment should report their complaint to the Campus Police as soon as possible after the incident occurs. Reports of sexual misconduct by another student may be made to the Director of Student Life Activities in the Student Center, building 106 or to the Campus Police. Students' allegations involving college employees may be reported to the Director of Human Resource Management, building 155 or to the Campus Police. VIII. COURSE OUTLINE A. Lesson One:Course Overview. a. Analyze the MSL202 course structure, outcomes, and content b. Explain required course assignments and student expectations 2. Learning Activities:(C5; C6; F1; F5) MSL202 course syllabus, be prepared to discuss in class MSL202L01 Course Overview SR MSL100-200 Army ROTC Writing Program SR 3. Lesson Outline: Course Overview. 5
B. Lesson Two:Principles of Joint Operations. a. Identify Joint Force Structures b. Analyze the Principles of Joint Operations. MSL202L02 Principles of Joint Operations SR.pdf, be prepared to discuss in class 3. Lesson Outline:Principles of Joint Operations. C. Lesson Three: Army Doctrine and Symbology. a. Identify Common Doctrinal Military symbols b. Discriminate basic symbols by categorizing and choosing the correct doctrinal symbols depicted in an applied setting MSL202L03 Army Doctrine and Symbology SR; ADP 1-02, Operational Terms and Military symbols. August 2012 ADRP 1-02, Terms and Military Symbols, Chapter 3. 16 November 2016 MSL202L03 Army Doctrine and Symbology SH.docx 3. Lesson Outline: Army Doctrine and Symbology. D. Lesson Four:Unified Land Operations & Warfighting Functions. 6
a. Examine the four foundations and six tenets of Unified Land Operations b. Analyze the Warfighting Functions MSL202L04 Unified Land Operations & Warfighting Functions SR 3. Lesson Outline:Unified Land Operations & Warfighting Functions. E. Lesson Five:Offensive Operations at the Squad and Platoon. a. Explain the Purposes of Offensive Operations b. Analyze the Characteristics of the Offense c. Describe the Types of Offensive Tasks MSL202L05 Offensive Operations at the Squad and Platoon SR 3. Lesson Outline:Offensive Operations at the Squad and Platoon. F. Lesson Six:Course of Action Statement & Sketch PE. a. Define the Course of Action Statement b. Prepare a Course of Action Statement and Sketch 7
MSL202L06 Course of Action Statement and Sketch SR.docx 3. Lesson Outline:Course of Action Statement & Sketch PE. G. Lesson Seven:Stability Operations at the Squad and Platoon a. Describe the principles of Stability operations in the area of operation b. Analyze how the platoon supports the five primary Stability tasks MSL202L07 Stability Operations at the Squad and Platoon SR.pdf 3. Lesson Outline:Stability Operations at the Squad and Platoon H. Lesson Eight:Tactical Actions and Tasks in Support of Stability Operations. Identify Tactical Actions and Tasks in Support of Stability Operations to identify Security, Site Exploitation, and Key Leader Engagement planning MSL202L08 Tactical Actions and Tasks in Support of Stability SR.docx 8
3. Lesson Outline:Tactical Actions and Tasks in Support of Stability Operations. I. Lesson Nine:Philosophy of Ethics and Military Service a. Describe the ethical theories of historical philosophers b. Apply theoretical philosophies in ethics to the Army profession and military service MSL202L09 Philosophy of Ethics and Military Service SR.pdf 3.Lesson Outline:Philosophy of Ethics and Military Service. J. Lesson Ten:Law of Land Warfare. a. Examine the historical and legal basis of the law of land warfare b. Analyze and apply the law of land warfare to a historical situation 2. Learning Activities: (C5; C6; F1; F5; F9-12; F17) MSL202L10 Law of Land Warfare SRs Review MSL202L10 Law of Land Warfare SH1 3.Lesson Outline:Law of Land Warfare. K. Lesson Eleven:Law of Land Warfare Case Study. 9
a. Examine the historical and legal basis of the law of land warfare b. Analyze and apply the law of land warfare to a historical situation 2. Learning Activities: (C5; C6; F1; F5-12; F17) MSL202L11 Law of Land Warfare Case Study SRs 3.Lesson Outline:Law of Land Warfare Case Study. L. Twelve:Code of Conduct. a. Describe the Origins of the Code of Conduct b. Review the Code of Conduct c. Define actions required under the Code of Conduct 2. Learning Activities: (C5; C6; F1; F5; F9-12; F17) MSL202L11 Law of Land Warfare Case Study SH1 and SH2 MSL202L12 Code of Conduct SRs MSL202L12 Code of Conduct SH1 Provisions of the Code of Conduct MSL202L12 Code of Conduct SH2 Cornum-Johnson-Miller interviews 3.Lesson Outline:Code of Conduct. M. Thirteen:Apply the Army Values to a Tactical Problem Demonstrate knowledge of learning objectives contained in the course content 10
2. Learning Activities: (C5; C6; F5-12; F17) d. Reading Assignment The Army Values; http://www.army.mil/values/ MSL202L13 Apply the Army Values to a Tactical Problem SR.pdf 3. Lesson Outline:Apply the Army Values to a Tactical Problem N. Fourteen:Mid-Term Exam 2. Learning Activities:(C5; C6; F1-2). 3. Lesson Outline:Mid-Term Exam O. Fifteen:Writing in the Army Style a. Describe the Army writing standards IAW AR 25-50 b. Explain the steps in the writing process c. Explain the meaning and importance of bottom-line-up Front (BLUF) d. Understand how to write in the active voice 2. Learning Activities: (C5; C6; F1-2; F5; F9-12) MSL202L15 Writing in the Army Style SRs; AR 25-50, Preparing and Managing Correspondence, May 2013 Effective Writing for Army Leaders, Desire Gieseman, Military Review, Sep- Oct 2015 Review Army ROTC Writing Program MSL100-200 SR 3. Lesson Outline:Writing in the Army Style 11
P. Sixteen:Military Correspondence Practical Exercise. a. Apply the Army Writing Style and Plain Language Techniques to Written Communications b. Review a peers written communication c. Revise your original paper based on written peer comments 2. Learning Activities: (C5; C6; F1-2; F5; F9-12) MSL202L16 Military Correspondence Practical Exercise SR.pdf TRADOC Action Officer Staff Writing, May 2012; Lesson 11 Writing with Clarity Review Federal Plain Language Guidelines, March 2011; Revision May 2011 3. Lesson Outline:Military Correspondence Practical Exercise. Q. Seventeen:Army Briefings a. Describe the four types of Army Briefings b. Discuss the formats of the four types of Army Briefings c. Explain the four steps in creating and presenting an effective Briefing d. Prepare an Information Briefing 2. Learning Activities: (C5; C6; F1; F5-6; F9-12) MSL202L17 Army Briefings Student Readings.pdf 3. Lesson Outline:Army Briefings 12
R. Eighteen:Army Briefing Practical Exercise. Prepare and present an Information Briefing 2. Learning Activities: (C5; C6; F1; F5-6; F9-12) MSL202L17 Army Briefings Student Handout 1 (Four Types of Army Briefings) and Student Handout 2 (Effective Briefings) 3. Lesson Outline:Army Briefing Practical Exercise S. Nineteen: Team Building. a. Explain the difference between a Group and a Team b. Explain the three stages of Team Development c. Identify the two key attributes of Effective Teams d. Discuss Team Roles and Communication 2. Learning Activities: (C5; C6; C9; F1; F5; F9-12) MSL202L19 Team Building SRs.pdf 3. Lesson Outline:Team Building. T. Twenty:Team Building Tactical Decision Exercise. Apply Team Building Techniques to a situation to demonstrate Team Development techniques and skills. 13
2. Learning Activities: (C5; C6; C9; F6-12) 3. Lesson Outline:Team Building Tactical Decision Exercise. U. Twenty-one:Cadet Evaluations Process. a. Identify the elements of Leadership as defined in ADP 6-22 b. Assess core leader Attributes and Competencies c. Analyze the elements of the Cadet Officer Evaluation Report System MSL202L21 Cadet Evaluations Process SRs. MSL202L21 Cadet Evaluations Process SH1 (COER); be prepared to discuss in class. MSL202L21 Cadet Evaluations Process SH2.pdf (COER Support Form); be prepared to discuss in class. 3. Lesson Outline:Cadet Evaluations Process. V. Twenty-two:Counseling and Coaching Methods. Understand the Army Four-Stage Counseling Process. 14
MSL202L22 Counseling and Coaching Methods SRs. 3. Lesson Outline:Counseling and Coaching Methods. W. Twenty-three:Counseling Practical Exercise. Demonstrate the ability to Counsel using the Army Four-Stage Counseling Process. 2. Learning Activities: (C5; C6; C12; F1; F5-6; F9-12) ATP 6-22.1, The Counseling Process; July 2014; pp. 1-1 through 2-10, included in MSL202L23 Counseling Practical Exercise SRs. 4. Lesson Outline:Counseling Practical Exercise. X. Lesson Twenty-four:Final Exam. a. Evaluate student knowledge of lesson materials. b. Determine if student retains subject information. 2. Learning Activities: (C5; C6; F1-2) 3. Lesson Outline: Final Exam. 15