NJROTC 3 Syllabus 2017 - 2018

Instructor: CAPT. J. T. McMurtrie, Jr. USN (Ret.)

Senior Naval Science Instructor

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Text: Naval Science 3–Naval Knowledge, Leadership, and Nautical Skills for the NJROTC Student (Second Edition)

Course Description: This course is for NJROTC Cadets in their third year of training. It is designed to provide students with the key background elements of how Sea Power and National Security are connected. Additionally, leadership methods and examples will be presented, discussed and applied throughout the academic year, specifically to provide the cadets with the leadership tools necessary to command and instruct other cadets. Finally, navalskillswill be addressed that include: ship construction and damage control, shipboard organization and watch standing, basic seamanship, Marine navigation, Rules of the Road and Maneuvering Board, and naval weapons and aircraft. Emphasis is placed on developing critical thinking, “hands-on” application, and nautical skills. The material will be covered during the modified block schedule over the course of the academic year as specified by the course outline below. Due to the wide range of topics and applications, it is very important that you attend school regularly, set aside time to study, and complete all assignments in the time allotted.

In addition to the textbook we will take advantage of audiovisual materials as reinforcement. You will also be working on writing skills this term by reading and writing about nautical issues. You may also be assigned to complete a written report and make an oral presentation on a selected topic.

Internet resource

Check these links for course information.

CHHS NJROTC website

CAPT McMurtrie school website

Notice of Non-discrimination

The Douglas County School System offers career and technical education programs at Chapel Hill High School. These programs are designed to prepare youth for a broad range of employment and further education and are offered under the guidance of certified teachers.

All career and technical education programs follow the system’s policies of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, and disability in all programs, services, activities, and employment. In addition, arrangements can be made to ensure that the lack of English language proficiency is not a barrier to admission or participation.

Course Outline:

First Semester: Naval Knowledge

Sword practical

Unit 1: Sea Power and National Security

The Importance of Sea Power

The U.S. Merchant Marine

Grand Strategy

U.S. Strategy and the Navy

National Security and Modern Conflict

Unit 2: Naval Operations and Support Functions

Naval Operations

Naval Communications – will include a flag practical (40 flags)

Naval Intelligence

Naval Logistics

Navy Research and Development

Unit 3: Military Law

Introduction to Military Law

Discipline and Punishment

CDA #1

Second Semester: Leadership and Naval Skills

Leadership

The Challenge of Leadership

Qualities of a Leader

Evaluation of Performance

How to Give Instruction

Unit 5: Ship Construction and Damage Control

Ship Construction – Ship design project

Damage Control and Firefighting

Unit 6: Shipboard Organization and Watch standing

Shipboard Organization

Watches

Unit 7: Basic Seamanship

Deck Seamanship – will include a knot practical (5 basic knots)

Ground Tackle and Deck Equipment

Small Boat Seamanship

Unit 10: Naval Weapons and Aircraft

Introduction to Naval Weapons

Naval Guns

Naval Aircraft and Missiles

Mine Warfare

Chemical, Biological, and Nuclear Warfare

CDA #2

Unit 8: Marine Navigation

Introduction to Navigation

Aids to Navigation

Time and Navigation

Unit 9: Rules of the Road and Maneuvering Board

Nautical Rules of the Road

The Maneuvering Board

CDA #3

Grading Procedures

Computation of the grade is based on four areas:

50%Tests: Quizzes, chapter tests, reports / essays, projects andCommon District Assessments (CDAs).

20%Military Bearing/Class grades: class work, homework, bonus work, worksheets, notebook, current events, aptitude, military bearing, and in class activities.

30%Practicals: Drill, Uniform Inspection, Physical Training and Hands-on events

You have ample opportunity to succeed in this course. It is imperative that you keep up with assignments and keep your work in a logical and orderly manner in a class notebook. It would be best if you would use the journal provided and date/label your entries. I cannot stress enough the importance of reading the chapters in the textbook. You need to spend time each day to do this and go over your class notes.

It is your responsibility to see me to make up any assignments you miss. Make-up tests are normally given after school. Board policy sets the number of days in which work is to be made up. Contact a classmate or check the school’s website when you have been absent from school in order to find out what was covered in class and homework assignments. I am available to conference with both students and parents. Parents need to call the school office to schedule appointments.

You will be required to wear a uniform at least once every week (normally Wednesday, which is also “dress for success” day). We will conduct uniform inspections every other week for grade on Wednesdays. Keep your uniform neat and clean, it is washable – check the labels. The only parts that must be dry-cleaned are the relaxed fit jacket and the garrison cap. Grooming standards will also be enforced. Each Cadet and parent will sign a grooming standards agreement. Students who show poor aptitude and attitude towards the program will be requested to seek disenrollment as they will not meet passing criteria for the course.

Cadets are required to earn two ranks each year they attend NJROTC. Ranks are achieved by completing a Performance and Requirements check sheet for each rank. These check sheets are located on the NJROTC school website and can also be obtained before or after school from the Cadet Command Master Chief.

Cadets are required to perform 10 hours of community service and 10 hours of unit service each year. This will also earn them the community service and unit service ribbons for their uniforms. Opportunities to complete this requirement will be provided throughout the school year.

Cadets are required to participate in 3 events during the school year to qualify for the participation ribbon. This will also help them to advance in rank. Opportunities to complete this requirement will be provided throughout the school year.

Extracurricular Activities

NJROTC offers a wide range of extracurricular activities for our students.

  1. We will attend several group functions as part of the unit Community Service Plan to include the Veteran’s Day Parade and the Christmas Parade. Community Service activities will be announced as they are scheduled.
  2. Drill Team – will have a practice schedule to prepare the team for competition. Our first drill meet is in September.
  3. Academic Team – will have a practice schedule to prepare the team for competition (Brain Brawls and Postals) and the National Academic Exam.
  4. Orienteering Team – will have a practice schedule to prepare the team for competition. There is an Orienteering/Drill camp scheduled for 4 – 6 September at Hard Labor Creek State Park. Cost and details will be provided to those cadets desiring to attend. Parent assistance would be greatly appreciated.
  5. Athletic Team – competes with the drill team at drill meets. Athletic team will have a practice schedule to prepare the team for competition.
  6. Rifle Team – will have a practice schedule to prepare the team for competition. We have a new rifle range and rifles and are just getting this program started. We are part of GHSA and will shoot a ten match season. Parent assistance would be greatly appreciated.

BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS & RULES:

Classroom

  1. Be attentive and respectful to your teacher and classmates.
  2. Obey all school rules, read your handbook (online).
  3. No Grooming in class, no lotions or perfumes.
  4. No eating, drinking or chewing any items in class. Only water is allowed.
  5. Bring all materials to class, every day.
  6. Come to class on time; be in your seat at the tardy bell.
  7. Use the restroom before class or at the designated time. Do not interrupt class!

Grooming and Uniform

  1. Uniforms will be worn every Wednesday, regardless of whether or not the cadet has the NJROTC class that day.
  2. Uniforms are to be worn for the entire day. Cadets may change for PE class, but change back afterwards. Exception is if you have PE the last class of the day and choose to wear your PT gear home. If you have PE the first class of the day, you must wear the uniform to get credit for “Dress for success”.
  3. Cadets must be in compliance with grooming standards in order to wear the uniform. Cadets who violate hair standards during the school year, are not authorized to wear the uniform until they comply with standards. During this period, the cadet will receive a “zero” for each graded uniform inspection they miss. If the cadet chooses to wear the uniform anyway, it will be taken as an act of disrespect toward the uniform, unit, and military, resulting in return of the uniform and immediate probation which may result in removal from the program.
  4. Ear rings are not allowed on males in NJROTC class while the uniform is being worn. Female ear rings on uniform days are limited to a single gold or silver ball centered on the lobe. Cadets who violate piercing standards during the school year, are not authorized to wear the uniform until those piercings can be removed during uniform wear. During this period, the cadet will receive a “zero” for each graded uniform inspection they miss. If the cadet chooses to wear the uniform anyway, it will be taken as an act of disrespect toward the uniform, unit, and military, resulting in return of the uniform and immediate probation which may result in removal from the program.
  5. Cadets not in compliance with grooming standards or refusing to wear the uniform as designated, will be placed on probation and may be removed from the program. This includes students who are attending Chapel Hill on a permissive transfer request to attend NJROTC. Removal from the program results in revocation of the permissive transfer and return of the student to the school they are districted to attend.

Noise Levels:

•At Level 0, you are listening and thinking, no talking.

•At Level 1, you are whispering. Only one person should hear you.

•Level 2 is your group voice. Only those in your group should be able to hear you.

•At Level 3, the whole class can hear. All other voices are at 0. One person talking at a time. This is our class discussion voice.

•Level 4 is used in emergencies only.

Classroom Materials:

  1. Pen or Pencil (No red or pink ink)
  2. Journal – will be issued to you.
  3. This syllabus
  4. (Optional: calculator, colored pencils.)

Syllabus acknowledgement form

Please sign below for acknowledgement of the contents and fees associated with the NJROTC program.

Cadet name: ______(Please Print)

Acknowledgement:

Please sign below and return to class by Friday, 11 August 2017. Your aptitude grade for the first week will be based on the return of this single page. Put the first five pages of the syllabus into your journal. It will be checked at the end of the course. This document will also be posted online.

By signing below, you acknowledge receipt of this document and understanding of its contents.

Uniform cleaning fee:

The uniform cleaning fee is necessary to ensure that every uniform is properly cleaned and maintained prior to re-issue each year. The $20.00 fee is due no later than 1 September 2017. Other than this cleaning fee, uniforms are issued free of charge. Cadets will be charged a replacement cost for any lost uniform items. Uniforms are expected to be cared for properly and will be turned in for inspection and cleaning at the end of the school year or in the event of disenrollment.

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