Course Name:  Innovative Team Leadership 
Course Prefix: MILS
Course Number: 2010
             Submitted by (Name & E-Mail):  Georgia Gilbert, ggilbert@weber.edu

Current Date:  11/3/2009
College: Social & Behavioral Sciences
Department:   Military Science                              
From Term: Fall  2009 

Substantive

change 

Current Course Subject MILSCI
Current Course Number 2010

 

MILS 2010. Innovative Team Leadership (2) F, S Builds on previous leadership instruction enhancing student skills in land navigation, small unit tactics, written and oral communication, event planning, group coordination and effectiveness and first aid. During this course students develop basic skills for leading others in a tactical environment. A three-hour weekly leadership lab is required (MILS 0000) as well as a one weekend field training exercise during the semester. Participation in weekly physical fitness training is recommended (MILS 2400).

New/Revised Course Information:

Subject:  MILSCI            

Course Number: 2010

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Course Title: Innovative Team Leadership

Abbreviated Course Title:

Course Type:  LEL

Credit Hours:  3  or if variable hours:    to

Contact Hours: Lecture 2  Lab 3   Other 2-3

Repeat Information:  Limit 0   Max Hrs 0 

Grading Mode:  standard

This course is/will be: a required course in a major program
a required course in a minor program
a required course in a 1- or 2- year program
elective

Prerequisites/Co-requisites:

Course description (exactly as it will appear in the catalog, including prerequisites):

Innovative Team Leadership (3) F Builds on previous leadership instruction enhancing student skills in land navigation, small unit tactics, written and oral communication, event planning, group coordination and effectiveness and first aid. During this course, students develop basic skills for leading others in a tactical environment. A three-hour weekly leadership lab is included as well as one weekend field training exercise during the semester. A $75 lab fee is required. Participation in weekly physical fitness training is expected and should be taken as MILS 2400.

Justification:  Students in MILS 2010, a foundational course in Military Science, currently participate in a three-hour weekly leadership lab (MILS 0000), which is uncredited. Students at this level spend two hours weekly in classroom instruction, three hours weekly in the lab and approximately 2-3 hours in outside preparation for the lab. The Military Science department proposes to merge the lab with the instructional course (MILS 2010) and increase the credit hour assignment from 2 to 3 credits. The department believes this change accomplishes both efficiency and an appropriate credit hour increase for actual student effort expended without requiring any content changes in the present program. Although the course is not a component of the Military Science minor, the course is foundational for enrolling in upper division courses required for the minor.

INFORMATION PAGE
for substantive proposals only

1. Did this course receive unanimous approval within the Department?

true

If not, what are the major concerns raised by the opponents?

2. If this is a new course proposal, could you achieve the desired results by revising an existing course within your department or by requiring an existing course in another department?

This is not a new course proposal but a revision of an existing course through merging of the leadership lab with the instructional course (MILS 2010).

3. How will the proposed course differ from similar offerings by other departments? Comment on any subject overlap between this course and topics generally taught by other departments, even if no similar courses are currently offered by the other departments. Explain any effects that this proposal will have on program requirements or enrollments in other department. Please forward letters (email communication is sufficient) from all departments that you have identified above stating their support or opposition to the proposed course.

MILS 2010 and the leadership lab are unique to the Military Science department and essential to the Army ROTC program leading to cadets' commissioning. There is no overlap with or effects on other departments.

4. Is this course required for certification/accreditation of a program?

yes

If so, a statement to that effect should appear in the justification and supporting documents should accompany this form.

5. For course proposals, e-mail a syllabus to Faculty Senate which should be sufficiently detailed that the committees can determine that the course is at the appropriate level and matches the description. There should be an indication of the amount and type of outside activity required in the course (projects, research papers, homework, etc.).

COURSE SYLLABUS
MILS 3020: Organizational Leadership and Small Unit Tactics
Spring Semester 2010

INSTRUCTOR: Colonel Douglas J. Telleson, Annex 11, Office Phone: (801) 626-6519, Cell Phone: (801) 791-0053 email: douglastelleson@weber.edu

COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course focuses on theory and application of decision-making, planning, organizing, management control, and communications. Also emphasizes small unit tactics and advanced land navigation skills. A three-hour weekly leadership lab is required (MILS 0000) and one weekend field training exercise


SCOPE
This course establishes the foundation of skills essential for success at the National Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC). Students will learn and develop basic leadership, decision making, military planning, instructional, communication and land navigation skills. Participation in the weekly leadership lab will reinforce skills through hands-on application. Proficiency will be demonstrated through written exams, practical exercise and preparation of written documents.


OBJECTIVES
At the completion of the course each student will be able to:

a. Understand and participate in the Leadership Development Program.
b. Apply Troop Leading Procedures.
c. Lead squad and platoon size elements utilizing proper formations and movement techniques.
d. Proficiently read and interpret a map and navigate cross-country using a map and compass.
e. Conceptualize and apply the Army values.
 
STANDARDS AND PARTICIPATION

 

Attendance: Attendance for class and lab is mandatory. The course instructor can grant an excused absence from class with advance notice for appropriate reasons. Cadet Chain of Command cannot authorize absences.  Other emergencies will be dealt with by the instructor on a case by case basis.  The student remains responsible for all information and instruction missed. Requests for excused absence will be made through your instructor prior to the absence. Test make-up will be authorized only for excused absences.  Unexcused absences will be applied to your Final Semester grade.   Four or more unexcused absences will cause your enrollment in the ROTC program to be evaluated and could be cause for academic probation or disenrollment.

Activities: The Spring Field Training Exercise (FTX) 9-11 APR 10 is required for all MS III Cadets.  Cadets are strongly encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities. It is essential to build a cohesive and effective team and will enhance the entire college experience.

Blackboard and AKO Accounts:  Each Cadet will be enrolled in Blackboard.  AKO (Army Knowledge On-line) email is required for all MILS III and IV Cadets.  If you don’t already have an AKO email, you need to get one by the end of the first week of class.

 

Uniform and Appearance: Cadets will adhere to U.S. Army haircut and grooming standards, (see Annex C, Cadet Handbook). The class C (ACU) uniform will be worn Thursdays to Leadership Lab and other selected events. Class A or Class B uniform requirements will be announced during the semester.  Appearance and uniform will be in accordance with AR 670-1.

Counseling: Counseling sessions will be conducted following the mid-term and final exam periods to identify strengths and weaknesses and to develop an action plan for improvement.

 

Values: The Army is a values based institution. Future Officers adherence to basic values (respect, honor and integrity) is paramount in all walks of life, including while in college. Work presented by a student as their own, will be their own. To do otherwise results in an unfair advantage and is inconsistent with professional ethics and integrity.


 

Operations Orders:  You will have four written garrison operations orders due during the semester.  These will follow the prescribed format found in FM 5.0.  Orders will be graded on content, clarity and format.  You will also receive surprise verbal operation orders that you will develop a verbal squad operations order and brief it to the class.  These are practical events that will be critiqued and will be graded by participation.

COMMANDER’S OPEN DOOR POLICY
The commander’s door is open to all Cadets at any time. However, the chain of command or course instructor should be given the opportunity to assist Cadets before seeing the commander. If either the chain of command or course instructor can assist the Cadet, a solution may be recommended. If the Cadet is not satisfied with the assistance received or the situation stems from the chain of command, then the commander is available. It is proper, however, to make an appointment, thus alleviating scheduling conflicts for both the commander and the Cadet.

EVALUATION PROCEDURES
Class Participation                    200 pts

Quiz’s                                       100 pts

Midterm Exam:                          150 pts
Land Navigation, Written Test     100 pts
Land Navigation, Practical LAB 100 pts

Operations Orders                     100 pts (25 points each)
Self Development                     100 pts            

Final Exam:                               150 pts            

 

TOTAL POINTS:                       1000 pts

 

Self-Development point breakdown:

 
Participate in an intramural sport                                                50 pts


Extra Credit Points: 

 

Color Guard                                                                              25 pts per event
Positive Spot Report                                                                 10 pts per report
Recruiting Points                                                                        25 pts

 

Overall Course Grading: 

 

900-1000           A

800-899                 B

700-799                 C

600-699                 D

0-599                E

 
REFERENCE MATERIAL
Tenino map and protractor
FM 3-21.8 (7-8): Infantry Rifle Platoon and Squad
FM 21-20: Army Physical Fitness
FM 3-25.26: Map Reading and Land Navigation
FM 3-21.5: Drill and Ceremonies

AR 670-1
Infantry Platoon TACSOP

http://rotc.blackboard.com/webapps/portal/frameset.jsp

Cadet Handbook at http://www.weber.edu ROTC Homepage
http://www.adtdl.army.mil.atdls.htm  Reference Library

COLLABORATION

You are encouraged to work together with the instructor in modifying assignments, suggesting agenda, and raising questions for discussion. 

SPECIAL NEEDS

The American with Disabilities Act of 1990 requires universities to provide a “reasonable accommodation” to any individual who advises us of a physical or mental disability.  If you have a physical or mental limitation that requires an accommodation or an academic adjustment, please arrange a meeting with me at your earliest convenience.

OFFICE HOURS AND APPOINTMENTS

Office Hours are 1100 – 1600 Mondays and Wednesdays, 0900-1200 Tuesdays and Thursdays and by appointment on Friday.  I will meet with any of you to discuss assignments, issues, or concerns.

INSTRUCTOR BIO

Colonel Telleson is a native of Roy, Utah.  He received his Bachelor’s Degree from Weber State in Computer Science.  He has over 30 years of experience in the United States Army serving as Special Forces Detachment Commander, Special Forces Group Assistant S3, Special Forces Company Commander, Special Forces Battalion S3, Special Forces Battalion XO, Special Forces Group S3, Special Forces Battalion Commander, Special Forces Group DCO, JTF J3, INCTF J3 and the Director of the Executive Staff, Center for Special Operations, USSOCOM.  His deployments include Bosnia, Afghanistan and Iraq.  His military education includes Infantry Officer Basic and Advanced Courses, Basic Airborne Course, Special Forces Officers Course, Military Free Fall Course, Command and General Staff Course.  Colonel Telleson’s awards and decorations include Defense Meritorious Service Medal, two Army Meritorious Service Medals, four Army Commendation Medals, Global War on Terror Expeditionary Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, three Army Achievement Medals, Combat Infantry Badge, Special Forces Tab, Master Parachutist Badge and the Military Free Fall Badge.  Colonel Telleson is married to Elizabeth Scott of Beaumont, Texas and they have six children and currently reside in Huntsville, Utah.

GENERAL COURSE SCHEDULE

 

 

Week 1                   4-8 JAN 10                          Applied Situational Leadership / Team Dynamics

Week 2                   11-15 JAN 10                      Op Orders / Motivating Soldiers

                                                                       

Week 3                   18-22 JAN 10                      Principles of War

                                                                        (18 JAN Human Rights Day)

Week 4                   25-29 JAN 10                      Bde Combat Team / Platoon Recon / OPORD 1

                                                                                               

Week 5                   1-5 FEB 10                          Platoon Attack / Platoon Ambush

Week 6                   8-12 FEB 10                        FOB Operations / Patrol Base Ops

 

Week 7                   15-19 FEB 10                      Review / 19 FEB Mid-term

                                                                        (15 FEB Presidents Day)

Week 8                   22-26 FEB 10                      Plt Recon Patrols / Platoon Defense / OPORD 2

                                                                        (Dining In 26 FEB)

 

Week 9                   1-5 MAR 10                         Peer Leadership / Platoon Cordon and Search

Week 10                  8-12 MAR 10                       Rules of Engagement / Call for Fire / OPORD 3

 

Week 11                  15-19 MAR 10                     Spring Break

Week 12                  22-26 MAR 10                     Problem Solving in the COE / Land Nav Review

 

Week 13                  29 MAR-2 APR 10               Terrorism Awareness / Warrior Ethos in Action /

                                                                        OPORD 4

Week 14                  5-9 APR 10                         Full Spectrum Operations/ Spring FTX 9-11 APR                                                                                   

Week 15                  12-16 APR 10                      Term Paper Due 16 APR Review

Week 16                  19-23 APR 10                      Final Exam 19 APR/23 APR Commissioning

                                                                        Ceremony