There will also be some instruction and practice in military writing and briefing skills. 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. 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. The course requires planning and practicing tactical operations at small unit level. Topics include preparation of orders, offense, defense, reconnaissance, patrolling, fire support, and airmobile operations. The student serves as a cadet officer in the ROTC organization and plans and organizes several major training activities. Course work includes delegating and con-trolling, setting objectives, making leadership assessments, counseling, supervising, and evaluating.