May 30, 2026  
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

MSL 10100 - Introduction To The Army



An introduction to the army, the profession of arms, and basic soldier skills. Students learn what it means to be a professional in the U.S. Army. The overall focus is introducing them to the Army Leadership Requirements Model and the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student. Other topics include map reading, land navigation, fieldcraft, first aid, and individual/team movement techniques.

Cr. 1 or 2.
Student Learning Outcomes
1. Explain the Army Leadership Requirements Model.
2. Describe the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program, its purpose, and its advantages.
3. Demonstrate introductory squad-level tactics skills.
4. Demonstrate map reading and land navigation skills.
5. Demonstrate fieldcraft, first aid, individual/team movement techniques.