Naval Science 2 Syllabus 

A.  Course Description & Objectives

Class Theme:  Leadership and Leaders in American Naval History

Naval Science 2 will build on the general introduction provided in Naval Science 1, by further developing the traits of citizenship and leadership, and to introduce cadets to the technical areas of naval science and the role of the U. S. Navy in maritime history and the vital importance of the world’s oceans to the continued well-being of the United States.  The course includes ongoing instruction into Leadership; introduction to Nautical Sciences to include Maritime Geography; introduction to Maritime History, including the American Revolution, Civil War, the rise of the U. S. to world power status, World Wars 1 and 2, the Cold War Era and the 1990s and beyond.

Course Objectives

For cadets to develop and practice sound knowledge of the principles of effective leadership and the importance of discipline in NJROTC and elsewhere. Cadets should understand approaches to leadership in civilian and military life and understand how influencing behavior contributes to effective leadership

For cadets to develop an understanding of maritime geography as it relates to our national resources, landforms, climate, soil, bodies of water, people, governments, military and geopolitics.

For cadets to understand why and how the United States developed a Navy and the Navy’s role in the growth of the United States as a global power. Cadets should develop a sound appreciation for the heritage and traditions of America, with recognition that the historically significant role of sea power will be important in America’s future. The Cadets will analyze historical leaders based on the qualities discussed in the leadership unit.

B.  Course Materials
1)  Hobbs, Richard, Naval Science 2, Naval Institute Press, Annapolis, MD 2014
2)  Supplemental Readings on class Website:__________________________

C.  Grading Policy
NNDCC classes will be graded in accordance with the Calhoun High School Grading policy.
Informal Grades:  Quizzes, homework handouts, reading, notes, PT uniform and participation.
Formal Grades:  Group Presentations, Essays, Exams, Uniform Inspections, Drill

The Naval Science grade has two components: ACADEMIC (50%) and MILITARY (50%)
Academic:  Will consist of tests, short papers, homework handouts, notes, group projects, and in class discussions.  If you are absent on the day of the test, you will be expected to take the test on your first day back in class unless prior arrangements are made with the NNDCCI or the absence has been of an extended nature.   

Military:  The military grade will consist of uniform inspection, drill, physical fitness and written quizzes on military topics such as identification of rank insignia. Unexcused failure to wear the uniform on an assigned day will result in a grade of zero for that week’s inspection.  If you are absent, you do not receive a zero; it is simply a “no grade” and there is no need to wear the uniform on a make-up day. Students must dress so as to be able to drill every class day, i.e. appropriate shoes, no tight skirts for ladies, belts for gentlemen. The physical fitness grade reflects wearing the issued PT uniform, participation and good sportsmanship; poor sportsmanship or a failure to participate without a note from home or doctor may result in a failing grade and/or a loss of good standing and eligibility for promotion in cadet rank.
                                                                           
Remediation/Reassessment: Students who score below an 80% can retest after completing remediation (FORMAL ASSESSMENTS ONLY, NOT INCLUDING UNIFORM INSPECTIONS AND DRILL).  Students will receive the higher grade for a maximum of 79%.

Late Work:  work that is not turned in on time due to an unexcused absence or failure to attempt, applies to both informal and formal assessments.  It is the student’s responsibility to turn in late work.  At the end of each quarter, any work not turned in will be a zero grade.   

• Students will receive a maximum 80% grade for work showing a concerted effort, if turned in one day late.

• Students will receive a maximum 70% grade for work showing a concerted effort if turned in two days late.

• After three or more days, late work showing concerted effort will receive a grade of 50%.   

Make-Up Work:  A student who fails to turn in an assignment due to an absence, whether excused or unexcused, will be allowed to make up the work. The student must initiate contact with the teacher within five school days upon return to school to make arrangements for completing the work. After this time period, the opportunity will no longer be available and the grade for the assignment will be a zero.  Make up uniform inspections will be on set dates and events delineated by the instructors. 

Academic Plan for School Year 2021-2022

1st QTR       GMT Refresher/Drill Review                       

                           Leadership                                           

                           Maritime Geography                                                                     

2nd QTR      Motion/Aerodynamics                                   

                              18th Century Sea Power                                 

                       19th Century American Sea Power

3rd  QTR      20th Century American Sea Power                

                            World War I / World War II                          

4th QTR       Cold War – Post Cold War America            

                            Electricity/Electronics/Computers

D.  Class Policies

All CHS policies in the Student Code of Conduct and the Calhoun HS Student Handbook remain in effect including, but not limited to:

• Conduct yourself in a manner that is conducive to learning and does not interfere with the teacher’s right to teach or a classmate’s right to learn.

• Come to class prepared with the necessary learning materials, ready to work hard in all classes. Learning is the most important thing you do.

• To respect the rights of others when they express their views

• No eating or drinking other than water in the classroom to prevent a bug problem. Crumbs and spills can attract them.

• Cell phone policy: Unless directed otherwise, students are expected to keep all phones and devices kept out of sight (book bags or charging station) during classroom instructional time.

• In Good Standing: Cadets must be in good standing to participate in teams and NNDCC events. Less than a “C” average in the class and/or failure to wear your uniform 3 times in a quarter will make a cadet Not in Good Standing.