PELLISSIPPI STATE TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
MASTER SYLLABUS
BASIC LEADERSHIP
MSCI 1200
Class Hours: 2.0   Credit Hours: 2.0  
Laboratory Hours: 3.0   Revised: Spring 04  
       
Catalog Course Description:    
  Introduction of basic leadership theory, principles and skills, with emphasis on effective oral communications.  Students present a military skill subject briefing.  Skills taught include rifle marksmanship, small unit communications, and land navigation.  Leadership lab focuses on rappelling, tactical formations, drill and ceremony and optional field training exercises. 
Entry Level Standards:    
   Student must consult with Captain William Edwards prior to enrollment (974-5371).
Prerequisites:    
   Permission from ROTC program at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville; U.S. citizen
Textbook(s) and Other Reference Materials Basic to the Course:  
   None required
I. Week/Unit/Topic Basis:    
  Week Topic
  1 Orientation & Administration & 139’s & ARMY ROTC FILM
  2 Army Structure & Chain of Command
Drill & Ceremony
  3 Drill & Ceremony
  4 First Aid (The Four Life Saving Measures)
First Aid (Apply a Field Pressure Dressing)
  5 Review; Exam 1
  6 Effective Communication I & II
  7 Introduction to Leadership / What a Leader Must Be, Know, and Do
Leadership Counseling I
  8 Leadership Counseling II
Squad Tactics (Organization of an Infantry Platoon)
  9 Squad Tactics (Weapons Assigned to the Infantry Platoon)
Squad Tactics (Movement Formations)
  10 Review; Exam II
  11 Land Navigation (Terrain Features, Colors, Marginal Information) & 4-6-8 Digit Grid Coordinates
  12 Land Navigation (Determining Distance and Direction)
Land Navigation (Intersection)
  13 Land Navigation (Resection)
  14 Exam III
  15 The Army’s Values
Advance Camp Film
  16 Final Exam
II. Course Objectives*:    
  A. Exhibit an introductory knowledge of basic leadership theory. II.2, II.3, III.2
  B. Exhibit an introductory knowledge of the principles of effective oral communications. II.2, II.3, III.2
  C. Exhibit an introductory knowledge of the principles of effective written communications. II.2, II.3, III.2
  D. Exhibit an introductory knowledge of drill and ceremony. II.2, II.3, III.2
*Roman numerals after course objectives reference goals of the university parallel program.
III. Instructional Processes*:     
Students will:      
  1. Develop a vocabulary that allows them to communicate more effectively
with military personnel.  Communication Outcome, Transitional Strategy
  2. Participate in lecture and field activities which develop teamwork, problem solving and information analysis. Information Literacy Outcome, Problem Solving and Decision Making Outcome,  Active Learning Strategy
  3. Listen to lectures, read text and handouts on topics regarding military history, safety, equipment, and terminology.  Communication Outcome, Problem Solving and Decision Making Outcome, Information Literacy Outcome, Personal Development Outcome
  4. Practice the elements of work ethic such as punctuality, professionalism, dependability, cooperation and contribution. Personal Development Outcome
*Strategies and outcomes listed after instructional processes reference Pellissippi State’s goals for strengthening general education knowledge and skills, connecting coursework to experiences beyond the classroom, and encouraging students to take active and responsible roles in the educational process.
IV. Expectations for Student Performance*: 
Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:
1. Make practical application of leadership theory to individual situations. A
2. Make practical application of leadership theory to group situations. A
3. Through oral presentation assignments, demonstrate a knowledge of communication skills. B
4. Through written presentation assignments, demonstrate a knowledge of communication skills. C
5. By application to group tasks, display an understanding of priority of work and time management. A
6. As a result of out-of-class assignments, put into practice concepts of goal setting. A
*Letters after performance expectations reference the course objectives listed above.
V. Evaluation:
A. Testing Procedures:
There will be a total of four exams totaling 85 points. All assignments are due as noted on the course outline.  NO late assignments will be accepted without prior approval of the instructor.  Anyone who misses an exam or practical exercise at the regularly scheduled time, will receive a score of zero (0), unless prior arrangements have been made with the instructor.
B. Laboratory Expectations:
MANDATORY LAB SCHEDULE
                      SUBJECT                                   REFERENCE/REMARKS
1      Ranger/Organizational Demonstrations         Instructor Notes
2      Obstacle Course                                                Marine Reserve Center
3      Drown Proofing                                                 Aquatic Center

EXTRA CREDIT LAB:
You can receive extra credit for participation in cadet activities throughout the semester.  Listed below are those activities and extra credit points for each.

1      Battalion Run                                                                2 pts
2      Four Day BN FTX @ Ft. Knox, KY                           5 pts
3      Extended BRM Lab (Basic Rifle Marksmanship)    1 pt
C. Field Work:
Lab Attendendence        5 pts. 
Class Attendence         10 pts
D. Other Evaluation Methods:
Extra Credit can be received for completing exercises or other cadet activities.
E. Grading Scale:
Exam I,         Leadership & Leadership Counseling         20 pts.       A     90-100
Exam II,       Communication, Land Nav, Sqd Tactics      25 pts.       B+    86-89
Exam III,      Time Management, counseling, wpns         20 pts.       B       80-85
Lab Attendendence                                                               5 pts.       C+     76-79
Class Attendence                                                                 10 pts.       C       70-75
Final Exam                                                                              20 pts.       D      60-69
                                                                    Total Points      100pts.       F      59 & Below
VI. Policies:
Attendance Policy:
Strict Class/Lab attendance is MANDATORY.  Only two (2) unexcused absences throughout the semester will be allowed.  After that, one (1) point for each absence will be deducted from the FINAL grade.