Delaware State University
DSU Military Science
Program
1200 North DuPont Hwy.
Dover, DE 19901
(302) 857-7361
FAX: (302) 857-7359
Curriculum
in Air Force ROTC
General Military Course (GMC)
General Requirements for Acceptance into the Professional Officers Course (POC)
ARMY ROTC PROGRAM
The Four-Year Program
Students at Delaware State University, through a Cross-Enrollment Agreement with the University of Delaware, have the opportunity to earn a commission as a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army upon completion of the military science program and baccalaureate degree requirements. The four-year program consists of the completion of eight semester courses, totaling 12 credits, and one summer encampment. Courses at the 100 and 200 level are open electives to freshmen and sophomores. These courses are offered on the campus of Delaware State University. A military obligation is incurred only if the student contracts for commission during the last two years and receives pay.
The Two-year Program
The two-year program is designed to provide sophomores and juniors who have not completed the first two years of military science the opportunity to qualify for advanced ROTC and to obtain a commission. The student has at least two years of full-time academic status remaining to qualify. As a prerequisite, the student must complete a six-week summer basic camp. Students are paid while attending this camp. Military veterans generally qualify automatically for the two-year program. All Army ROTC courses are offered at Delaware State University.
Advanced Camp
The ROTC student desiring to receive a commission must successfully complete a six week summer encampment, normally between the junior and senior years. This camp allows the student to apply, in a totally military environment, those leadership and technical skills studied on campus. Students are provided uniforms, food, lodging and medical care at no cost and are paid during this period.
Pay and Allowance
ROTC students contracting for a commission during the junior and senior years receive a subsistence allowance of $150 per academic month. Obligation: Up to four years of active duty (full-time employment), or eight years of part-time employment, (one weekend per month and an annual two-week encampment) in the National Guard or Reserve Components, upon receipt of a commission.
Army ROTC Scholarship
Two and three year scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit and leadership potential. Scholarships pay tuition, books, supplies, fees up to 7,000 or 80% a year and $150 subsistence allowance per academic month. Obligation: Up to four years of active duty (full-time employment), or eight years of part-time employment (one weekend per month and an annual two-week encampment) in the National Guard or Reserve Components, upon receipt of a commission. A limited number of scholarships are available to qualified students who desire a commission in the Army Reserve or National Guard.
Academic Delay
ROTC graduates may apply for a delay from entry on active duty for the purpose of obtaining an additional academic degree.
MS 105. ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP I. 1:2:0
Concepts of leadership; basic organizational leadership; practical exercise in inter-personal communications; decision-making/problem-solving process. Credit, two hour.
MS 106. ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP II. 1:2:0
Use of maps, aerial photographs, and terrain features; land navigation through use of the lensatic compass and topographic map; methods of presenting instruction and briefings; exercises in individual and group problem solving. Credit, two hour.
MS 205. ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT I. 1:2:0
Principles of military organization; exercises in management planning and organizing; continued development of decision-making and problem-solving capabilities; introduction to individual military training. Credit, two hour.
MS 206. ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT II. 2:2:0
Advanced method of presenting instruction; practical exercises in patrolling; physical training instruction; introduction to military drill; evaluation of problem-solving skills. Credit, two hours.
MS 305. APPLIED LEADERSHIP I. 2:2:0
Leadership and management case studies; the military manager's role in today's Army; military drill; basic weapons familiarization; advanced physical training instruction. Prerequisite: Completion of the basic course, basic summer camp. Credit, two hours.
MS 306. APPLIED LEADERSHIP II. 2:2:0
Continued analysis of leadership and management case studies; military tactics applied to squads and platoons; practical exercise in patrolling; orienteering; preparation of the Advanced Camp. Prerequisite: MS 305. Credit, two hours.
MS 405. MILITARY MANAGEMENT I. 2:2:0
Management by objectives; individual leadership assignments; administrative management; logistics managements; Army readiness program; role of the Army in the contemporary world. Prerequisites: MS 306. Credit, two hours.
MS 406. MILITARY MANAGEMENT II. 2:2:0
Military law; operational techniques of the military team; role of the second lieutenant in today's Army; individual leadership assignments. Prerequisite: MS 306. Credit two hours.
The Air Force Reserve Officer Training Program
Students at Delaware State University, through a cross-enrollment agreement with the University of Delaware, have the opportunity to earn a commission as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force while completing their college degree requirements.
Four-Year Program
This program is composed of a General Military Course (GMC) and a Professional Officer Course (POC). The first two years, the GMC, are normally for freshman and sophomores and provide a general introduction to the Air Force (including the history of Air Power) and the various career fields. Students enrolled in the GMC who are not receiving an Air Force scholarship incur no reserve or active duty service obligation to the Air Force and may elect to discontinue the program at any time. The final two years, the POC, concentrate on developing leadership/management skills and the study of American defense policy. Students must compete for entry into the POC. Once accepted, they are under contract with the Air Force to complete the program and serve a minimum of four years on active duty. Pilot and navigator candidates incur an additional obligation because of specialized training following commissioning. ALL STUDENTS ENROLLED IN THE LAST TWO YEARS OF THE PROGRAM RECEIVE APPROXIMATELY $1,000 ANNUALLY, TAX FREE.
Students in the four-year program who successfully complete the first two years of the program and are accepted into the POC program must attend four weeks of field training at a designated Air Force base during the summer after completing the sophomore year of college. Students desiring to enter the AFROTC four-year program should register for GMC classes in the same manner as for other courses.
Two-Year Program
This program is normally offered to prospective juniors and seniors. The academic requirements for this program are identical to the final two years of the four-year program. During the summer preceding entry into the program, all candidates must complete a six-week training session at a designated Air Force base.
Curriculum
in Air Force ROTC
General Military Course (GMC)
Freshman Year
The Development of Air Power I/II - AF 100 (Fall) and AF 101 (Spring). These two one-semester hour courses provide a history of the role of aerospace power in the military and in society. AFROTC cadets also take a one-and-a-half hour leadership laboratory each week.
Sophomore Year
The Air Force Today I/II - AF 200 (Fall) and AF 201 (Spring). In combination, these two one-semester hour courses are designed to introduce the student to the roles of the Department of Defense and the U.S. Air Force in our society. AFROTC cadets also take a one-and-a-half hour leadership laboratory each week.
Junior Year
Leadership and Management I/II - AF 310 (Fall) and AF 311 (Spring). Each of these courses consists of three semester-hours of academic classes and one hour of leadership laboratory each week. Here the student is introduced to leadership and management concepts. The course is designed to provide a solid foundation for the continued development of Air Force officer professional skills.
Senior Year
National Security Forces in U.S. Society I/II - AF 410 (Fall) and AF 411 (Spring). Each of these consists of three semester-hours of academic classes and two hours of leadership laboratory each week. These courses conceptually focus on national security policy and the role of the U.S. Armed Forces in establishing and implementing that policy.
GMC courses are open to freshmen and sophomores and POC courses are open to juniors and seniors for credit without regard to enrollment in the AFROTC program. Only the formally enrolled AFROTC cadets attend the leadership laboratories.
All Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps courses are offered only on the campus of the University of Delaware. Transportation to and from the University of Delaware is provided.
The AFROTC College Scholarship Program provides 8- to 4-semester scholarships to students on a competitive basis. Scholarships are currently available in numerous technical fields and are based on merit and not need. Those selected receive full tuition, lab expenses, incidental fees and book reimbursement and a nontaxable allowance of $150 monthly. Any student accepted by the Delaware State University may apply for these scholarships. AFROTC membership is required if one receives and AFROTC scholarship.
General Requirements for Acceptance into the POC
The student must complete the General Military Course and a four-week field training session, or the six-week field training session, pass the Air Force Officer Qualification Test, be physically qualified, be in good academic standing, and meet age requirements. Successful completion of the Professional Officer Course and a bachelor's degree (or higher) are prerequisites for a commission as a second lieutenant in the United States Air Force.