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Naval Science and Leadership (NAVL)

NAVL 100L Leadership Laboratory (1)

Laboratory instruction will include leadership development, teamwork, physical fitness training, and activities designed for students pursuing Navy and Marine Corps commissions. Repeatable unlimited times. CR/NC only

NAVL 101 Introduction to Naval Science (3)

Overview of the Navy’s mission, customs, traditions, and the duties required of Junior Officers. Provides students with a basic knowledge of damage control, shipboard organization, and safety procedures prior to their first summer training cruise. A-F only. (Fall only)

NAVL 102 Seapower and Maritime Affairs (3)

Study of the Navy and the influence of seapower upon history that incorporates both an historical and political perspective to explore major events and circumstances that have shaped a bold and proud history. A-F only. (Spring only)

NAVL 202 Navigation (3)

Designed to provide midshipmen with an in-depth study of the theory, principles, procedures, and application of plotting, piloting, and electronic navigation, as well as an introduction to maneuvering boards. A-F only. (Spring only)

NAVL 202 Navigation (3)

Designed to provide midshipmen with an in-depth study of the theory, principles, procedures, and application of plotting, piloting, and electronic navigation, as well as an introduction to maneuvering boards. A-F only. (Spring only)

NAVL 301 Naval Ships System I: Engineering (3)

Will learn ship design and control, hydrodynamic forces, stability, electrical theory, and damage control coupled with design of steam, gas turbine and nuclear propulsion. Case studies merging both ethical and technical challenges. A-F only. (Fall only)

NAVL 302 Naval Ship Systems II: Weapons (3)

Outlines the theory and employment of naval warship weapons systems. Supplemented with review/ analysis of case studies involving the moral and ethical responsibilities of leaders in the employment of weapons. A-F only. Pre: 301. (Spring only)

NAVL 303 Evolution of Warfare (3)

Will imbue students with an understanding of the origins of modern warfighting theory through an analysis of historical
philosophies, domains, tactics, and technology. A-F only. (Fall only)

NAVL 304 Fund of Maneuver Warfare (3)

Introduction to the foundational concepts and history of the USMC as the premiere Maneuver Warfighting Organization. Theoretical course that utilizes historical examples. A-F only. (Fall only)

NAVL 395 United States Pacific Fleet Internship (6)

Leadership development, teamwork, and activities designed for NROTC students. Learn how to write a federal resume, be a Federal Employee, and learn the skills needed to complete and present their U.S. Pacific Fleet capstone project. CR/NC only. Pre: 100L, 101, 102, 201, 202, 303, 304, or 402. (Summer only)

NAVL 401 Naval Operations and Seamanship (3)

Study of U.S. Navy ships professional and efficient operations. Lecture series on Fleet communications, tactical employment, relative motion plotting, seamanship, Joint Warfare, and employment of naval forces as an element of National Security. A-F only. Pre: 201. (Fall only)

NAVL 402 Leadership and Ethics (3)

Introduces ethical theories in discussion-oriented formats to provide a solid foundation of various moral, ethical, and leadership philosophies. Serves to guide, refine, and strengthen moral character and increase awareness of different ethical decision-making tools. A-F only. (Spring only)