Naval Science
101.
Principles and Concepts of Naval Science.
(3)
Introduction to the naval service, customs, traditions, courtesies and naval officers communities.
{Fall}
102.
Navy and Marine Corps Fitness.
(1 to a maximum of 9 Δ)
This course will develop, enhance and solidify physical fitness levels of future Navy and Marine Corps officers. It will incorporate various core, cardio and muscle strengthening events derived from Naval and Marine Corps standards.
Offered on a CR/NC basis only.
Restriction: permission of instructor.
{Fall, Spring}
105.
Naval Ships Systems I.
(3)
Introduction to naval engineering systems concepts and practices. Topics include ship design, compartmentation, ship stability, damage control, fire-fighting and ship propulsion systems.
{Fall}
110L [100L].
Naval Professional Laboratory.
(1 to a maximum of 9 Δ)
To provide Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps students with the tools and opportunities to ensure service readiness and mission accomplishment; enhance professional and personal growth and development, and enable life-long learning.
Offered on a CR/NC basis only.
Restriction: permission of instructor.
{Fall, Spring}
201.
Naval Ships Systems II.
(3)
Principles of naval weapons systems. Topics include sensors and detection systems, computational systems, tracking systems, weapon delivery systems, the fire control problem and new developments in weapon systems integration.
{Spring}
300.
Sea Power.
(3)
This course surveys U.S. naval history from the American Revolution to the present. Included is an in-depth discussion of the geopolitical theory of Mahan and other historical figures. Emphasis is on major developments in naval strategy, tactics, technology and the effects of the relevant political climate.
{Spring}
303.
Navigation.
(3)
Theory, principles and procedure of ship coastal and open-ocean navigation. Included are studies in mathematical analysis, spherical triangulation, publication report logs, and chart preparation. Navigational aids, including inertial systems, radio beacons and satellites are also studied.
{Spring}
304.
Naval Operations.
(3)
Naval ship operations, tactical formations and dispositions, relative motion, tactical plots and maneuvering boards are analyzed. Rules of the road, lights and signals are studied.
{Fall}
331.
Evolution of Warfare.
(3)
Evolution of the basic principles and techniques of warfare throughout history. Relationship of tactics and strategy and the impact of technological developments in selected topics. Emphasis is placed on an understanding of the theoretical principles underlying modern tactics and strategy.
{Fall, even years}
401.
Leadership and Management.
(3)
Structure and principles of naval leadership and management. Topics include interrelationship of authority, responsibility, and accountability, prioritization, resource management and group dynamics.
{Fall}
407.
Leadership and Ethics.
(3)
Structure and principles of naval leadership and management in which underlying concepts are examined within the context of American military, social and industrial organization and practice. Emphasis is given to management, leadership, ethics, and human goals functions.
{Spring}
431.
Fundamentals of Maneuver Warfare [Amphibious Warfare].
(3)
This course prepares future leaders by studying tactical principles, current military developments, and other aspects of warfare. There is a specific focus in United States Marine Corps doctrine and historical case studies.
{Spring}
