This course provides an enhanced exploration of MS200 course material by introducing cadets to the small unit leader's role in the Army by developing the foundational tactical knowledge, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills necessary for adaptive leaders in current and future operational environments. Advanced Fundamentals of Small Unit Operations builds upon the knowledge, competencies and experience cadets gain in MS100 and Cadet Field Training while further challenging cadets on its respective application to modern Army leadership, troop leading procedures, small-unit tactics, and decision-making skills within the context of complex and real-world problem sets. Throughout the course, cadets demonstrate their knowledge through a series of tactical decision exercises, development of operational planning products and orders, mission briefings, written assessments, and simulations lab activities. Cadets who successfully complete MS250 are postured to excel in follow-on advanced military instruction and can apply problem solving techniques to unstructured tactical problems and scenarios, use and incorporate battle drills, demonstrate foundational military competencies, and execute principles of patrolling and planning in a multi-domain operational environment.
