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MASTER SYLLABUS |
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MCSI 2100 |
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| Class Hours: 2.0 | Credit Hours: 2.0 | ||||||||
| Laboratory Hours: 3.0 | Date Revised: Fall 00 | ||||||||
| Catalog Course Description: | |||||||||
| Practical application of small unit operating techniques and training to include first aid; evacuating casualties; marksmanship and weapons familiarization; map reading and land navigation; drill and ceremony; customs and traditions. | |||||||||
| 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; three years remaining to complete degree | |||||||||
| Textbook(s) and Other Reference Materials Basic to the Course: | |||||||||
| FM 7-8 FM 25-101 FM 22-5 Instructor Handouts (All materials needed will be issued in class). | |||||||||
| I. Week/Unit/Topic Basis: | |||||||||
| TBA | |||||||||
| II. Course Objectives*: | |||||||||
| A. | Exhibit an introductory knowledge of drill and ceremonies. II.2, II.3, III.2 | ||||||||
| B. | Exhibit an introductory knowledge of land navigation. II.2, II.3, III.2 | ||||||||
| C. | Exhibit an introductory knowledge of military physical fitness. II.2, II.3, III.2 | ||||||||
| D. | Exhibit an introductory knowledge of basic military tactics. 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 |
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| 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. | Conduct individual, squad, platoon and company drill and ceremonies with weapons. A | ||||||||
| 2. | Apply customs and traditions of the service. A | ||||||||
| 3. | Complete a hands on Drill & Ceremonies evaluation. A | ||||||||
| 4. | Prepare and issue an oral operations order. B,D | ||||||||
| 5. | Train basic team and squad tactics. D | ||||||||
| 6. | Perform basic team and squad tactics. D | ||||||||
| 7. | Navigate while dismounted. B | ||||||||
| 8. | Report casualties via meddevac. C,D | ||||||||
| *Letters after performance expectations reference the course objectives listed above. | |||||||||
| V. Evaluation: | |||||||||
| A. Testing Procedures: | |||||||||
| There will be a total of four exams totaling 70 points. All assignments are due as noted on the course outline. No late assignments will be accepted. Anyone who missed an exam or practical exercise at the regularly scheduled time will receive a score or zero (0), unless prior arrangements have been made with the instructor. | |||||||||
| B. Laboratory Expectations: | |||||||||
| N/A | |||||||||
| C. Field Work: | |||||||||
| Issue
a Warning Order & OPORDER
10 points
Participation in class/rangers/Dragoons.FTX 10 points Physical Fitness 10 points |
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| D. Other Evaluation Methods: | |||||||||
| Extra Credit: A book report on any military subject, cleared by the instructor, may be submitted for extra credit of 10 points. The minimum length of the report will be five pages, double spaced, type written. There will be 1 extra credit question per 10 questions on each test. | |||||||||
| E. Grading Scale: | |||||||||
| Exam I
Land Navigation
20 points A
90-100
Exam II Tactics 20 points B+ 86-89 Exam III D7C Customs and Traditions 10 points B 80-85 Exam IV Training & LDP 20 points C+ 76-79 Issue a Warning Order & OPORDER 10 points C 70-75 Participation in class/rangers/Dragoons.FTX 10 points D 65-69 Physical Fitness 10 points F 64 & below Total 100 points |
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| VI. Policies: | |||||||||
| Attendance Policy: | |||||||||
| Strict class attendance is important and mandatory. Each unexcused absence will result in a 1-point deduction per day from you final grade. In addition to attendance in MS 210, all contracted cadets must attend the MA 130 class. Each unexcused absence for that class will result in a 1-point deduction per day from your final grade in MS 210 after the second unexcused absence. | |||||||||