Military Science

The Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) is one of the top leadership programs in the nation and is the U.S. Army's primary officer training program. Army ROTC students can complete all the requirements of Army officer training while simultaneously attending college and earning a degree.

Evangel’s ROTC has partnered with Missouri State University and neighboring universities to enable EU students to participate in the Bear Battalion housed at MSU and pursue an Army officer commission.

Upon completion of all cadet requirements, the student’s chosen major, the military science minor, and commissioning requirements, ROTC students can earn the rank of Second Lieutenant and the distinction of being a leader. Upon graduation from college, students can commission into the active U.S. Army, the U.S. Army Reserve, or the Army National Guard.

Degrees and Certificates

Classes

MILS 101 : Introduction to Military Science

Discusses the history, organization, and mission of the US Army and the Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC). Topics include rappelling techniques, basic rifle and pistol familiarization, map reading, and understanding the role of the US Army today.

Credits

2

Prerequisites

Fewer than 50 semester hours or permission of the professor.

MILS 102 : Introduction to Basic Military Skills

Introduces basic military skills. Topics include rifle marksmanship, advanced rappelling techniques, small unit tactics, military leadership, and basic military skills.

Credits

2

Prerequisites

Fewer than 50 semester hours or permission of the professor.

MILS 125 : Leadership Fitness

Introduces development of an individual fitness program and acquisition of the skills necessary to lead group fitness training. May be repeated for a total of 2 hrs.

Credits

1

Prerequisites

Permission of the professor.

MILS 211 : Basic Military Skills and Techniques

Explores fundamentals of the military. Topics include pistol and rifle marksmanship, rappelling, map reading (including the compass), first aid, tactics, leadership, land navigation, wilderness survival skills, and physical fitness and well-being.

Credits

2

Prerequisites

Permission of the professor.

MILS 212 : Military Fundamentals Practicum

Explores the organization and mission of ROTC. Topics include the role of the US Army in American policy, application of the principles of war, leadership theory and practice, military operations and basic tactics, instruction in marksmanship, rappelling, first aid, land navigation, drill and ceremonies, and oral and written communication skills.

Credits

2

Prerequisites

Permission of the professor.

MILS 225 : Basic Military Science Practicum

Four-week, training intensive course conducted at Fort Knox, KY. Topics include leadership development, orienteering, physical conditioning, small unit tactics and weapons instruction. Requires active participation by all students. Compensation for travel, lodging, and food.

Credits

5

Prerequisites

Permission of the professor.

MILS 301 : Military Leadership and Operations

Introduces small unit tactics. Topics include military leadership including theory, responsibilities, techniques, and practice; branches of the US Army; oral presentation techniques; and practice. There is one required field trip. May not be taken as pass/not pass.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

Permission of the professor.

MILS 302 : Military Skill Building

Continues discussion from MILS 301. Topics include small unit tactics and applied military leadership, junior leader's duties and responsibilities. Two required field trips. May not be taken as pass/not pass.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

Permission of the professor.

MILS 325 : Advanced Military Science Practicum

Four-week course conducted at Fort Lewis, WA. Topics include instruction, training, and evaluation focus on the professional development required to become an Army Officer. The focus of this training is to evaluate the student's leadership potential through a mentally and physically demanding camp. Training and evaluation conducted 7 days/week for 5 weeks. Requires active participation by all students. A student placed in leadership positions which require him/her to lead up to 120 fellow students for extended periods of time. This course is a Prerequisite for receiving a commission in the US Army through ROTC and for MILS 411 and 412. Compensation for travel, lodging, and food.

Credits

5

MILS 411 : Military Qualifying Skills for Advanced Cadet

Explores ethics and professionalism of the military. Topics include military officers, Army Command staff functions, oral presentation techniques and practice, military leadership at junior officer level, and world change and military obligations. One required field trip. May not be taken as pass/not pass.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

Permission of the professor.

MILS 412 : Transition from Cadet to Lieutenant

Explores the military justice system, army supply and logistics procedures and responsibilities, officer management system, obligations and responsibilities of a military officer, and military leadership at the junior officer level. Two required field trips. May not be taken as pass/not pass.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

Permission of the professor.

MILS 496 : Readings/Research in Military Science

Available as needed. Topics include planned readings and research on subjects in or related to Military Science. May be repeated for a total of 3 hrs. May not be taken as pass/not pass.

Credits

1

Prerequisites

Permission of the professor.