Naval Science 1 - The Introduction

A. Major concepts/content.  The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the precepts of citizenship, the elements of leadership, and the value of scholarship in attaining life goals.  This course is also designed to engender a sound appreciation for the heritage and traditions of America, with recognition that the role of sea power will be important in America's future, and develop in each cadet a growing sense of pride in his/her organization, associates, and self.  These elements are pursued at a fundamental level.

The content should include, but not be limited to the following:

• an introduction to the NJROTC program, its missions, goals and objectives

• an overview of the naval science curriculum

• benefits of the NJROTC program

• instruction in naval leadership and followership traits and principles

• the duties, rights, and responsibilities of informed citizens

• the basis of our government and its role in today’s society

• the various types of government in different parts of the world

• the student’s role as citizens of the United States

• the role of military forces in our national defense

• the mission, and organization of the Navy in maintaining freedom of the seas

• the mission and construction of Navy ships

• the mission and construction of Navy aircraft

B.  Intended outcomes. After successfully completing this course, the student will:

1.  Know the Navy Junior ROTC organization and the requirements for success in the Navy Junior ROTC program.

2.  Exhibit an understanding of basic naval leadership and followership traits and principles, and be afforded the opportunity to apply those traits and principles in practical work.

3.  Be knowledgeable of the many challenges faced by a leader and various qualities that a leader should possess.

4.  Intelligently consider the possibility of a military career and know the basic requirements for and possible benefits from such a career.

5.  Investigate the role we have as American citizens and the need to understand the differences in the citizenship of other countries.

6.  Understand the basis of our government, the Navy's mission, and how Navy people support that mission.

7.  Understand the importance of sea power in our national defense.

8.  Understand the organization of the Navy.

9.  Expand the understanding and knowledge of Navy ships, their construction, terminology, operation, and uses.

10. Expand the understanding and knowledge of Navy aircraft, their construction, operation and uses.

11. Demonstrate confidence and proficiency in basic individual, squad, and company close order drill.

C.  Special note. The eleventh intended outcome is not an academic component of the NJROTC curriculum similar to the previous ten intended outcomes.  Demonstrating basic individual, squad, and company close-order drill is a laboratory activity consisting of 72 hours of drill, commands, and ceremonies, rotation of command, physical fitness training, regular personnel inspections, and parade in company review.