Cadet officers learn the basic duties and responsibilities of a commissioned officer by leading in either an active Army unit during CTLT or in a West Point detail cadre position. They set the example for all subordinates by establishing, attaining, maintaining, and exhibiting sound goals, standards of behavior, and values within the organization. They develop subordinates in such a fashion as to foster teamwork, cohesion, and the desire to excel in all areas of endeavor. Cadet officers are evaluated by the chain of command and tactical officer in CBT and CFT. In CTLT, the cadet is evaluated by the officer chain of command in his/her unit. Evaluation is based on performance within the framework of the Leader Characteristics. The cadet receives a MD grade for MD400. For CBT and CFT, a MD grade is awarded for each detail by the cadet chain of command and the company Tactical Officer. The final grade is a numerical weighted average of the submitted grades. For CTLT, the cadet receives a grade of Pass/Fail.
