Weekly Schedule

As a Fire Battalion cadet/student, you will be part of a large team of UIC students and many other students who make up the battalion. These cadets are individuals who have committed themselves to National Service, in training to be Soldiers and future leaders. Our freshman cadets begin their academic lives as part of the Army ROTC (MILS) 101 and 102 courses which teach new cadets what the military is about. You and your fellow cadets will meet three mornings per week for physical training, and every Thursday you will attend a leadership lab which teaches lower level cadets army skills, while the senior cadets provide the instruction and build competency as leaders. This chart shows what the normal expectation is for a cadet. Each cadet will take ONE military science class per week, and ONE military history course is required before graduation. Keep in mind each university may be slightly different in their class times.

The Military Science (MILS) classes that you will take will help develop you as a well-rounded student-leader and prepare you to lead as an officer in the United States Army. The courses offered are:

MILS 101: Leadership and Personal Development. 1 hour. Elective.

Examines the personal development of life skills such as cultural understanding, goal setting, time management, mental/physical resiliency, and stress management related to leadership, officership, and the Army profession.

Course Information: Open to all students and enrollment does not require a commitment to contract with the US Army.

Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Laboratory and one Lecture-Discussion.

MILS 102: Introduction to Leadership. 1 hour. Elective.

Investigate leadership fundamentals such as problem-solving, listening, presenting briefs, providing feedback and using effective writing skills.

Course Information: Open to all students and enrollment does not require a commitment to contract with the US Army.

Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Laboratory and one Lecture-Discussion.

MILS 131: ROTC Cadet Military Physical Fitness Training Program. 1 hour.

Intended for students participating in ROTC. The students will gradually improve their level of physical fitness over the course of a semester.

Course Information: May be repeated to a maximum of 8 hours.

MILS 201: Foundations of Leadership. 2 hours. Elective.

Continues to build on developing knowledge of leadership attributes and core leader competencies through the understanding of Army rank, structure, and duties as well as broadening knowledge of land navigation and squad tactics.

Course Information: Enrollment does not require a commitment to join the US Army. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Laboratory and one Lecture-Discussion.

MILS 202: Foundations of Tactical Leadership. 2 hours. Elective.

Examine and practice the challenges of leading teams in the complex operational environment. Study dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders. Explores the dynamics of adaptive leadership in the context of military operations.

Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Laboratory and one Lecture-Discussion.

MILS 301: Adaptive Team Leadership. 3 hours.

An academically challenging course where you will study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of Army leadership, officership, Army values and ethics, and small unit tactics.

Course Information: Prerequisite(s): MILS 101 and MILS 102 and MILS 201 and MILS 202 or attendance at the Leader’s Training Course (LTC) and approval of the department. Contact the Military Science Department for more details.

Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Laboratory and one Lecture-Discussion.

MILS 302: Applied Team Leadership. 3 hours.

Continue to learn and apply the fundamentals of Army leadership, officership, Army values and ethics as you hone your leadership abilities in a variety of tactical environments and the classroom.

Course Information: Prerequisite(s): MILS 101 and MILS 102 and MILS 201 and MILS 202 and MILS 301 or attendance at the Leader’s Training Course (LTC) and approval of the department. Contact the Military Science Department for more details.

Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Laboratory and one Lecture-Discussion.

MILS 401: Adaptive Leadership. 3 hours.

Study the special trust reposed to Army Officers by the US Constitution and the President of the United States–a special trust given to no other civilian professions. Course Information:

Previously listed as MILS 311.

Prerequisite(s): MILS 101 and MILS 102 and MILS 201 and MILS 202 and MILS 301 and MILS 302 or attendance at Cadet Summer Training (CST/Advanced Camp) and approval of the department. Contact the Military Science Department for more details.

Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Laboratory and one Lecture-Discussion.

MILS 402: Leadership in a Complex World. 3 hours.

Students will learn about aspects of interacting with non-government organizations, civilians on the battlefield and host nation support as well as staff operations and problem solving in a complex environment. Course Information: Previously listed as MILS 394.

Prerequisite(s): MILS 101 and MILS 102 and MILS 201 and MILS 202 and MILS 301 and MILS 302 and MILS 401 or attendance at the Leader Assessment Development Course (LDAC) and approval of the department. Contact the Military Science Department for more details.

Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Laboratory and one Lecture-Discussion.

*Often classes are adjusted to fit a students busy schedule.

As a student/cadet, you will find that there is, literally, an “Army” of students, cadre members, and academic experts standing by to ensure your academic experience at your respective school is the best it can be. Your college grades play a huge role in determining your future in the Army after graduation. So the Fire Battalion is set-up with that in mind. Our priority for you as a cadet/student is:

Grade Point Average – Academic success is essential in your pursuit of becoming an officer in the United States Army.

Physical Fitness – The Fire Battalion prides itself in creating physically fit leaders. Our physical fitness program will set you up to “lead from the front” in all physical endeavors.

Building your personal character over your time in college to mold you into being a moral and ethical leader of men and women.

If you are interested in joining the ROTC and becoming part of the greatest team that you will ever have the opportunity to serve then please visit our ‘How to Join’ page.