Naval Science 3 Syllabus

A.  Course Description & Objectives

To broaden the understanding of students in the operative principles of military leadership, the concept and significance of teamwork, the intrinsic value of good order and discipline in the accomplishment of objectives, and the importance of sea power and national security.  Students gain a more in-depth knowledge of Naval ships and aircraft and an introduction to marine navigation and shipboard organization.

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. In addition the cadets will understand and apply skills in instruction and evaluating performance. Cadets will be able to understand and apply approaches to leadership in civilian and military life. and understand how influencing behavior contributes to effective leadership

For cadets to develop an understanding of sea power and the US Navy as it relates to our national security, people, government, military and geopolitics.

For cadets to understand how the navy is organized and operates and the skills that are required for that to happen.

B.  Course Materials
1)  Hobbs, Richard, Naval Science 3, Naval Institute Press, Annapolis, MD 2014
2)  Supplemental Readings on class website: southmecknjrotc.weebly.com

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, 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%.  It is the student’s responsibility to initiate and complete the remediation and the retest process within two weeks of receiving the original graded assessment score or make other arrangements which are agreed to by the teacher.
 

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% if turned in one week prior to the published exam schedule for each quarter.

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.

Academic Plan for School Year 2021-2022

1st  QTR Leadership, Sea Power                                           

2nd QTR Naval Operations, Naval Weapons               

3rd QTR Ship Board Organization, Ship Construction                                                

4th QTR Naval Law, Damage Control 

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.