The U.S. Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program is offered to Lycoming College students in cooperation with Bucknell University. Details of the ROTC program can be found on page 42.

The following courses may be used to fulfill one semester of the Physical Activities Distribution Requirement: 011, 021, 031 or 041.

011

INTRODUCTION TO ROTC

The course is designed to acquaint the student with the ROTC program and with the Army as a potential employer after graduation. Students will learn about the Army’s history, organization, equipment, and role in the nation. Students will also learn some fundamental military skills, customs, and traditions. No credit.

012

INDIVIDUAL MILITARY SKILLS

The course expands upon the skills learned in the previous semester. Several classes will be held at the rifle range to develop marksmanship skills. There will also be training in radio communication and first aid skills. No credit.

021

LAND NAVIGATION

Students will learn how to use military topographic maps and reference systems. The course includes theory and practical exercises in navigating using compass, map terrain association. There will also be some instruction and practice in military writing and briefing skills. No credit.

022

LEADERSHIP THEORY

The focus is on leading a small group of individuals. The course examines the role of the leader, military leadership concept, personal character, decision-making, implementing decisions, motivation and supervision. The course also includes instruction and practice on conducting performance-oriented training. No credit.

031

APPLIED LEADERSHIP

The student serves as a small unit leader in the ROTC organization. Student leadership is evaluated and developed. The student has some responsibilities to care for and train younger cadets. Instruction on small (infantry) unit tactics is used as a vehicle to provide students a variety of leadership challenges. No credit.

032

SMALL UNIT TACTICS

The course requires planning and practicing tactical operations at small unit level. Students continue to apply/develop leadership skills in increasingly complex situations. Topics include preparation of orders, offense, defense, reconnaissance, patrolling, fire support, and airmobile operations. No credit.

041

MENTORING AND MANAGING

The student serves as a cadet officer in the ROTC organization and plans and organizes several major training activities. Course work includes delegating and controlling, setting objectives, making leadership assessments, counseling, supervising, and evaluating. No credit.

042

PROFESSIONALISM AND ETHICS

The student serves in a different leadership position and continues to develop and apply the skills learned in the previous semester. The course also examines military officership as a profession and the ethical behavior expected of an officer. The course also serves to prepare the student for an initial assignment as an Army lieutenant. No credit.