Introduction to the naval profession and concepts of sea power. Major topics explored are the mission, strategy, organization, and descriptions of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. Students will gain a basic understanding of warfighting capabilities, required leadership skills, training and education, and the duties and responsibilities of a U.S. Navy and Marine Corps Junior Officer. The student will learn Naval courtesy and customs, military justice, and nomenclature as well as the professional competencies required to become a naval officer.

Introductory course designed to familiarize students with the theories, processes, and behaviors that enable effective leadership and managerial competence. Students will engage in analytical discussions, review leadership development and education, and Navy/Marine Corps-based case study discussions in order to develop their understanding of personal strengths, values and growth opportunities in the context of team, group and organizational leadership.

Introduces the student to a comprehensive fundamental understanding of United States naval engineering principles and systems. Topics include thermodynamics, incompressible fluid flow, electrical theory, hydraulics and pneumatics, power train components, fluid/lube oil systems, desalination, fundamentals of nuclear power, propulsion systems (internal combustion, gas turbines, and steam), electrical distribution, ship stability and control and damage control. Students will also examine case studies to apply and analyze course topics within naval ships systems contexts.

Capstone course for senior NROTC Navy-option midshipmen in advanced navigation, communications, naval operations, and naval warfare. Students learn through simulation in a computer classroom known as the Maritime Skills Simulator (MSS), in addition to lectures, discussions, and qualitative and quantitative tests/examinations. Students will engage in discussions regarding the moral and ethical responsibilities or military leaders, as well as the essential attributes of character required for effective leadership.