Additionally, customs and traditions, rank structure and unit organization of the military are studied. Particular attention is paid to learning and understanding the principles of leadership and basic military skills, such as physical fitness, first aid, and squad-level infantry tactics.
Class convenes once per week.
Leadership lab required. An overview of the U.S. defense establishment from the Department of Defense through the President. This includes an analysis of the U.S. Constitution, and the U.S. Army's subordinate relationship to it. Leadership Laboratories include a downhill skiing trip at West Mountain, winter survival training in Norwich Vermont, and squad-level infantry tactics. Learn the fundamentals of modern military tactics and equipment through the study of topographic maps, land navigation techniques, radio procedures, and platoon infantry tactics.