Purdue Army ROTC is renowned for its training and preparation of cadets who compete nationally. Every cadet will graduate with a minor in Military Science and Leadership, which is obtained through Military Science and Leadership (MSL) coursework and one elective. Cadets also are required to attend PES 11400 (Physical education Skills). Prospective uncontracted cadets can join MSL courses 101-202 and drop MSL if they choose to no longer pursue.
Minor in Military Science and Leadership
Each semester, cadets are required to take the corresponding course based on their year group. Juniors and above must be contracted to attend MSL 301 and above. Contact Paul Heslin (pheslin@purdue.edu), recruiting operations officer, for more information.
Freshmen: MSL 101/102 - Presents fundamental leadership concepts and doctrine. Practice basic skills that underlie effective problem solving. Apply active listening and feedback skills. Examine factors that influence leader and group effectiveness. Examine the officer experience. Credits: 1.00 or 2.00
Sophomores: MSL 201/202 - Develops knowledge of self, self- confidence, and individual leadership skills. Develop problem solving and critical thinking skills. Apply communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills. Credits: 2.00 or 3.00
Juniors: MSL 301/302 - Examines basic skills that underlie effective problem solving. Review the features and execution of the Leadership Development Program. Analyze military missions and plan military operations. Execute squad battle drills. Permission of department required. Credits: 3.00 or 4.00
Seniors: MSL401/402/490 - Builds on National Advanced Leadership Camp experience to solve organizational and staff problems. Discuss staff organization, functions, and processes. Examine principles of subordinate motivation and organizational change. Apply leadership and problem-solving principles to a complex case study/simulation. Permission of department required. Credits: 3.00 or 4.00
PES 114
Instruction and practice in various types of exercise programs. Students select from the activities listed in the current schedule of classes. Following is a partial list of activities: body conditioning; exercise and fitness; exercise to music; jogging and running; swimnastics; relaxation techniques; weight training; exercise and principles of weight control. Credits: 1.00
