MS 201 Fundamentals of Tactics I Course Overview

1. This brief will be provided by all instructors to all sections on Lesson 1 (15-16 Aug) . It is intended to last approximately 20-25 minutes. The remainder of the lesson is reserved for instructor introduction and course specific information (e.g. syllabus overview). This brief will be provided by all instructors to all sections on Lesson 1 (15-16 Aug) . It is intended to last approximately 20-25 minutes. The remainder of the lesson is reserved for instructor introduction and course specific information (e.g. syllabus overview).

2. Lesson 1 Agenda

3. This slide depicts the cadet�s Military Science development over the 47 month experience. Specifically, the slide shows the titles of each of the 8 core course and the sequence in which they are taken. Key to this slide is describing that 1st Term instruction will focus on tactics while reflecting back on the previous summer experience and 2nd Term instruction concentrates on tactics while preparing cadets for their upcoming summer experience. The cadet rank structure on the right corresponds to the content of each year�s curriculum, i.e. NCO Corps issues will be discussed during MS301 when they are cadet sergeants. This slide depicts the cadet�s Military Science development over the 47 month experience. Specifically, the slide shows the titles of each of the 8 core course and the sequence in which they are taken. Key to this slide is describing that 1st Term instruction will focus on tactics while reflecting back on the previous summer experience and 2nd Term instruction concentrates on tactics while preparing cadets for their upcoming summer experience. The cadet rank structure on the right corresponds to the content of each year�s curriculum, i.e. NCO Corps issues will be discussed during MS301 when they are cadet sergeants.

4. The Military Art and Science Major provides cadets a greater doctrinal understanding of tactics, operations, and strategy relevant to the current and future U.S. Army in order to produce leaders with a significant edge in professional military development. The Military Art & Science MajorMission Statement

5. The Military Art & Science Major Cadets enrolled in MMAS must take all six courses in first column on left, must take the three required courses in one of the four specialty track, and must take one of any of the approved electives to fill the requirement for the fourth course in the specialty track. They may take additional electives, if they have room in their schedule from validations.Cadets enrolled in MMAS must take all six courses in first column on left, must take the three required courses in one of the four specialty track, and must take one of any of the approved electives to fill the requirement for the fourth course in the specialty track. They may take additional electives, if they have room in their schedule from validations.

6. Military Art & Science Program Trends

7. MS201

8. Course Description

10. - This slide provides the instructor with an opportunity to discuss the structure of the MS Core Program. MS Core classes will be held during regular academic hours on all 1 Days and 2 Day Odds according to the Academy Schedule (i.e. �buff card�). M Hour is the Commandant�s Hour on all 1 Day Odd lessons. Seminar-based instruction refers to non-lecture form of instruction where the instructor facilitates discussion amongst the cadets. The MS Core program will �bring the the Army into the classroom.� We will discuss �green� not �gray� issues with cadets in everything we do in the classroom. DMI6�s intent is to bring the Army into the classroom. - This slide provides the instructor with an opportunity to discuss the structure of the MS Core Program. MS Core classes will be held during regular academic hours on all 1 Days and 2 Day Odds according to the Academy Schedule (i.e. �buff card�). M Hour is the Commandant�s Hour on all 1 Day Odd lessons. Seminar-based instruction refers to non-lecture form of instruction where the instructor facilitates discussion amongst the cadets. The MS Core program will �bring the the Army into the classroom.� We will discuss �green� not �gray� issues with cadets in everything we do in the classroom. DMI6�s intent is to bring the Army into the classroom.

12. The instructor has the responsibility of evaluating the cadet�s motivation in the classroom. This motivation is reflected in all the above areas. The instructor has the responsibility of evaluating the cadet�s motivation in the classroom. This motivation is reflected in all the above areas.

13. Grading Scales increments as defined above. Grading Scales increments as defined above.

14. Conduct of classes in MS will be no different than class expectations in other academic classes, but more importantly, it is important for every instructor to meet the Director�s intent of bringing the Army into the classroom. Given that, no cadet issues will be discussed in class; instead, discuss what is happening out in the Army. Routinely cadets will bring up issues happening in the Corps of Cadets - relate that example to show what they can expect to see in the Army as lieutenants. Conduct in the classroom is paramount to all else. Proper conduct reflects a level of professionalism by the cadets and the appropriate level of respect for the instructor and the course. When in doubt, ask yourself �what would I expect from a classroom of Lieutenants?� Conduct of classes in MS will be no different than class expectations in other academic classes, but more importantly, it is important for every instructor to meet the Director�s intent of bringing the Army into the classroom. Given that, no cadet issues will be discussed in class; instead, discuss what is happening out in the Army. Routinely cadets will bring up issues happening in the Corps of Cadets - relate that example to show what they can expect to see in the Army as lieutenants. Conduct in the classroom is paramount to all else. Proper conduct reflects a level of professionalism by the cadets and the appropriate level of respect for the instructor and the course. When in doubt, ask yourself �what would I expect from a classroom of Lieutenants?�

15. What you need for class! FM 7-8 Infantry Rifle Platoon and SQD (CHG 1) Ranger Handbook GTA 07-10-003 Laptop

16. MS201 Publications

17. Blackboard Lessons available in Course Documents Discussion Boards- used to post extra credit assignments and make up assignments

18. Scenario

19. Enemy Situation

20. Primary Threat DIABLO (Terrorist Group affiliated with PLA, assumed operational lead) PLA (Palisades Liberation Army) Foreign Fighters How do we analyze the capabilities of the DIABLO? BOS (Battlefield operating systems) allows us to analyze in terms of maneuver, fire support, mobility/countermobility/survivability, air defense, combat service support, intelligence and command and control

21. BOS Maneuver - 4 man teams, use of US light infantry tactics; rely on IEDs Fire Support - 82mm and 60mm mortars; insurgent operations rely heavily on use of mortars Mobility/Countermobility/Survivability � DIABLO receive training on employment of mines and demolitions, IEDs, car bombs, and riot control agents Air Defense � use of SA-7/SA-14s Combat Service Support � use caches for temporary storage of supplies, require support from locals Intelligence - Infiltrate US through labor, use locals to collect intel for cash Command and Control - PLA directs DIABLO operations, organized cell structure, cell phones

22. Friendly Situation

23. Current Situation You are in Cortina, AO BUCKNER You are the squad leader of 1st squad, 1st platoon, A Company, 3rd Battalion, 27th Infantry (1/1/A/3-27 IN) More to follow�..

25. Introductions