Master - Semester 1

Mandatory courses
EP901: Propulsion of military platforms
DS902: Defence economics
BS904: Cultural dimensions of operations
LS906: Leadership
BS907: Citizenship and military ethics II
EP022: Turbomachines
CS021: History of naval warfare
SC001: Environment - Oceanography
BS001: Aeronautical physiology
DR001: Maritime law
BS002: Aeronautical psychology
Module E1
TN911: Telecommunications and C4I
TP912: Management of cybersecurity
WS913: Fire control and guided weapons
SM914: Mechanics of materials and structures
EP915: Applied mechanics
SM921: Land vehicles propulsion, stability and performance
SM931: Aircraft propulsion, stability and performance
SM941: Ship propulsion, stability and performance
Module E2
DS951: Supply chain management
DS952: Project and program management
DS953: Performance optimalisation
Module E3
CS961: International conflicts in historical perspective
CS962: Strategic studies
CS963: Contemporary security issues

EP901: Propulsion of military platforms

Mandatory courses
 

Course holder:
Major Dr. Ir Bart JANSSENS (1,5 ECTS)
Other teachers:
Captain-Commandant Ir Jonathan MARTINO (1,5 ECTS)
Assistants:
Captain-Commandant Ir Amaury JAMIN
Captain-Commandant Pilot Ir Jan VERCAUTEREN
ECTS: 3
Contact hours:
Class: 15 Hr; practice: 15 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: oral
Useful information related to the exam : Students present the propulsion system of a weapon system of their choice, in groups of 4 students. 20 minute presentation + 20 minutes of questions

Content (EP901 - Propulsion of military platforms)

• Propulsion systems
  • Propulsion systems criteria
  • Types of propulsion systems
  • Engine characteristics
• Thermodynamics
  • Thermodynamic principles
  • Practical cycle calculations
• Piston engines
  • Generalities
  • Connecting rod - crankshaft mechanism
  • Two- and four stroke engines
  • Engine components
  • Combustion process
  • Dynamics
  • Fuel supply, lubrication and cooling
• Turbomachinery
  • Types of engines
  • Performance
  • Components

Learning outcomes (EP901 - Propulsion of military platforms)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: elaborating a research question with a critical and evidence-based approach

Goals (EP901 - Propulsion of military platforms)

• Apply the principles of technical thermodynamics to engine cycles
• Explain the link between thermodynamics and the design of an engine
• Explain typical figures/values characterizing contemporary engines (e.g Compression ratio, specific fuel consumption, maximum temperatures, sizes...)
• Explain and motivate the choice of an engine type for a given application
• Identify the main components and accessories of an engine or power plant

Prerequisites (EP901 - Propulsion of military platforms)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 2) SC621 Applied mathematics
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 2) SC623 Theoretical mechanics

The course EP901 is identified as a prerequisite for the following courses:

• Ma SSMW (Mandatory courses) (Sem 2) EP903 Energy
• Ma SSMW (Module E1) (Sem 1) EP915 Applied mechanics
• Ma SSMW (Module E1) (Sem 1) SM921 Land vehicles propulsion, stability and performance
• Ma SSMW (Module E1) (Sem 1) SM931 Aircraft propulsion, stability and performance
• Ma SSMW (Module E1) (Sem 1) SM941 Ship propulsion, stability and performance

Course material (EP901 - Propulsion of military platforms)

• Course notes
• Exercise solutions

References (EP901 - Propulsion of military platforms)

Didactic means (EP901 - Propulsion of military platforms)

• Teach
• Demonstrate
• Closed task

Classes and exercises

Exam: Oral
Students present the propulsion system of a weapon system of their choice, in groups of 4 students.
The 20 minute presentation will treat the following topics:

• General overview of the weapon system (brief)
• Type of propulsion system
• Technological overview of the power source
• Presentation of an approximate calculation of the thermodynamic cycle for the power source

After the presentation, there will be 20 minutes of questions related to the presentation and the link with the course

DS902: Defence economics

Mandatory courses
 

Course holder:
Professor Em. Dr. Lic. Wally STRUYS (3 ECTS)
Assistants:
Captain Pieter BALCAEN
ECTS: 3
Contact hours:
Class: 27 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: 0
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: written

Content (DS902 - Defence economics)
Course outline:

• Chapter I. The economics of Security and Defence
• Chapter II. Defence budgets and expenditures – A historical and prospective analysis Chapter III. The economic and industrial physiognomy of Defence
• Chapter IV. Economic aspects of recent armed operations
• Chapter V. The acquisition of Belgian major weapon systems since 2018
• Chapter VI. The Defence economy and industry, new dimensions to the European Union

Learning outcomes (DS902 - Defence economics)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: formulating a judgement on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Thinking and acting ethically: giving a sound vision including a reflection on the social and ethical responsibilities

Goals (DS902 - Defence economics)
At the end of the course, students should be able to:

• Interpret and compare several definitions related to defence budgets and expenditures
• Explain the different consequences stemming from armed conflict
• Illustrate the role of the defence industry within the macro-economic circuit
• Compare the costs associated with recent operations inside the country or abroad.
• Criticize statements and news items related to defence economic subjects
• Explain the various problems associated with organizing an efficient European cooperation within the domain of security

Prerequisites (DS902 - Defence economics)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 3 SSMW (Sem 1) DS812 Economic policy

The course DS902 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (DS902 - Defence economics)

• Slides (electronic or printed)
• Course notes (electronic or printed)
• Articles

References (DS902 - Defence economics)

Didactic means (DS902 - Defence economics)

• Teach
• Class conversation

BS904: Cultural dimensions of operations

Mandatory courses
 

Course holder:
Professor Dr. Delphine RESTEIGNE (3 ECTS)
Assistants:
Captain-Commandant MSc. Lic. Frik VANDERSTRAETEN
ECTS: 3
Remark:
This course is not for cadets Gp B, they follow the course BS001 - Air physiology
This course is not for cadets Gp C, they follow the course DR001 - Maritime law
Contact hours:
Class: 18 Hr; practice: 12 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: written

Content (BS904 - Cultural dimensions of operations)
The aim of this course is to better understand the complexities of contemporary conflicts and of military operations conducted both in remote operational theaters as in homeland operations.

Based on case-studies related to contemporary military operations, this course will focus on the analysis of social and cultural dimensions surrounding the military environment and to what extent these dimensions exert a significant influence on the nature of the conflicts and on the approaches that are chosen in trying to resolve them.

In a first part, this provides an overview of key conceptual elements of military culture.

The second part looks at the practical implications of cultural dimensions in current conflicts. Cadets are divided into smallgroups of 2-3 students (TBD) and are allowed to choose one article (cleared by the Professor in the reader) that they would like to develop. They research the specific topic and then brief their findings to the class in a 30 minute presentation which is followed by a group discussion and additionally moderated by the Professor.

Learning outcomes (BS904 - Cultural dimensions of operations)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating in writing his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: gathering information with a critical and evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: formulating a judgement on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Working with people as an individual or in a group: adapting to individual human behavior and group dynamics
• Thinking and acting ethically: giving a sound vision including a reflection on the social and ethical responsibilities.
• Thinking and acting ethically: acting by considering his/her social and ethical responsibilities

Goals (BS904 - Cultural dimensions of operations)
The main goal of this course is to develop the cultural competences of future military leaders.
At the end of the course, cadets are expected to:

• Display a better understanding of the complexities of contemporary conflicts and the dynamics of military operations both in expeditionary operations and in homeland scenarios
• Identify the implications of cultural dimensions on the operational environments
• Display a greater awareness of the organizational and social dynamics that are key for having efficient military-civilian cooperation in operations
• Display an ability to read, analyze, understand and then expose to the class key concepts from academic publications on military sociology
• Display the ability to formulate a personal and critical, but founded, opinion on articles published in sociological literature, by developing a logic driven argument

Prerequisites (BS904 - Cultural dimensions of operations)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 1) BS615 Sociology
• Ba 2 SSMW (Sem 2) BS726 Military sociology
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 2) CL618 Academic presentation skills
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 2) RS620 Research methods

The course BS904 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (BS904 - Cultural dimensions of operations)

• Slides (electronic or printed)
• Articles

References (BS904 - Cultural dimensions of operations)

Didactic means (BS904 - Cultural dimensions of operations)

• Teach
• Educational conversation
• Class conversation
• Closed task

LS906: Leadership

Mandatory courses
 

Course holder:
Lieutenant-Colonel GS Lic. Alain VANHEE (3 ECTS)
Assistants:
Colonel GS Lic. (Res) Ronny EECKELOO
ECTS: 3
Remark:
This course is not for cadets Gp B, they follow the course EP022 - Turbomachines
This course is not for cadets Gp C, they follow the course CS021 - History of naval warfare
Contact hours:
Class: 30 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: written
Useful information related to the exam: Access to internet is not NEED TO, but NICE TO have

Content (LS906 - Leadership)
The LS906 Leadership courses focuses on various very special and specific features of leadership. The methodology focuses on the self-Learning and teaching competencies of the students. It follows the LS815 Leadership course.

Learning outcomes (LS906 - Leadership)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating in writing his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: gathering information with a critical and evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: formulating a judgement on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Working with people as an individual or in a group: handling the different aspects of leadership
• Thinking and acting ethically: giving a sound vision including a reflection on the social and ethical responsibilities

Goals (LS906 - Leadership)
At the end of the course, the student possesses the competenties required to:

• Explain and illustrate the characteristics of a special situation pertaining leadership
• In a team, prepare and give a class (definition, characteristics, (dis-)advantages) on a special leadership situation (selected in a list) and organise a class discussion leading to the formulation of recommendations to improve the leaderhip in that specific type of situation
• Analyse a case based on the studied special situations pertaining leadership, and formulate recommendations to improve the leadership in that type of situation

Prerequisites (LS906 - Leadership)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 3 SSMW (Sem 2) LS815 Leadership

The course LS906 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (LS906 - Leadership)
Articles

References (LS906 - Leadership)

Didactic means (LS906 - Leadership)

• Teach
• Educational conversation
• Class conversation
• Open task

BS907: Citizenship and military ethics II

Mandatory courses
 

Course holder:
Professor Dr. Carl CEULEMANS (3 ECTS)
Assistants:
Captain Dr. Michaël DEWYN
ECTS: 3
Remark:
This course is not for cadets Gp B, they follow the course BS002 - Air Psychology
This course is not for cadets Gp C, they follow the course CS001 - Environment / Oceanography
Contact hours:
Class: 20 Hr; practice: 10 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 0
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 1
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: oral with a written part or a written preparation
Useful information related to the exam: 10 minute preparation followed by a 15 minute exam

Content (BS907 - Citizenship and military ethics II)
The main objective of this course is to undertake an advanced study of some of the issues and themes that were already to some extent examined in the Ba 2 course “Citizenship and Military Ethics I”.
The “Citizenship and Military Ethics II” course has two parts: a theoretical part (20 h) and a practice part (10 h). The theoretical part of the course is divided into 10 two-hour sessions. During the first two-hour session a general practical and theoretical introduction will be given. During the 9 following two-hour sessions a journal article or a book chapter covering a specific issue or subject in the domain of citizenship and/or military ethics will be treated. During the first period of each two-hour session the students will be asked to prepare the text, during the next period the text will be discussed in class. The main purpose of this approach is to enhance as much as possible the interactive process in class. It is up to the students to determine what will be discussed in class.
The practice part of the course consists in individually preparing two articles. The individual preparation will be followed by an oral evaluation on the two articles.

Learning outcomes (BS907 - Citizenship and military ethics II)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Thinking and acting ethically: giving a sound vision including a reflection on the social and ethical responsibilities
• Thinking and acting ethically: acting by considering his/her social and ethical responsibilities
• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Thinking and acting ethically: giving a sound vision including a reflection on the social and ethical responsibilities
• Thinking and acting ethically: acting by considering his/her social and ethical responsibilities

Goals (BS907 - Citizenship and military ethics II)
At the end of this course students are expected to be able to:

• Analyze autonomously the central topics and arguments in journal articles and book chapters situated in the domain of citizenship and military ethics
• Make the necessary links between the arguments presented in the journal articles and the theoretical concepts studied in the 2Ba course "Citizenship & Military Ethics I"
• Identify shortcomings in one´s own understanding of the articles, and formulate the necessary questions in order to eliminate these shortcomings
• Illustrate the arguments and theories that were studied with own examples, and apply these insights in a proposed case-study
• Discuss the different positions and arguments in class with the teacher and other students
• Prepare, analyze and orally explain the central arguments and positions in two proposed texts: one on military ethics and another on citizenship (this assignement is linked with the practice part of the course)

Prerequisites (BS907 - Citizenship and military ethics II)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 1) BS613 Ethics
• Ba 2 SSMW (Sem 2) BS725 Citizenship and military ethics I

The course BS907 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (BS907 - Citizenship and military ethics II)
Articles

References (BS907 - Citizenship and military ethics II)
Bruno Coppieters, Carl Ceulemans & Nick Fotion (eds.), Moral Constraints on War. Principles and Cases (third edition), Lanham, Lexington Books, 2020

Didactic means (BS907 - Citizenship and military ethics II)
Educational conversation

EP022: Turbomachines

Mandatory courses
 

Course holder:
Major Dr. Ir Bart JANSSENS (3 ECTS)
Assistants:
Lieutenant Ir Julien LONGIN
Captain-Commandant Pilot Ir Jan VERCAUTEREN
ECTS: 3
Remark:
This course is for cadets Gp B in place of LS906
Contact hours:
Class: 20 Hr; practice 10 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 0
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 1
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: oral with a written part or a written preparation
Useful information related to the exam: students prepare some typical ATPL multiple-choice questions and then explain their answers in an oral defense

Content (EP022 - Turbomachines)
This course treats the ATPL learning objectives regarding turbine engines, see section 021 11 of Annex I in https://www.easa.europa.eu/document-library/agency-decisions/ed-decision-2018001r

• 021 11 01 00 Basic principles
• 021 11 01 01 Basic generation of thrust and the thrust formula
• 021 11 01 02 Design, types components
• 021 11 01 03 Coupled turbine engine: design, operation, components and materials
• 021 11 01 04 Free turbine engine: design, components and materials
• 021 11 02 00 Main-engine components
• 021 11 02 01 Aeroplane: air intake
• 021 11 02 02 Compressor and diffuser
• 021 11 02 03 Combustion chamber
• 021 11 02 04 Turbine
• 021 11 02 05 Aeroplane: exhaust
• 021 11 03 00 Additional components and systems
• 021 11 03 01 Engine fuel system
• 021 11 03 02 Engine control system
• 021 11 03 03 Engine lubrication
• 021 11 03 04 Engine auxiliary gearbox
• 021 11 03 05 Engine ignition
• 021 11 03 06 Engine starter
• 021 11 03 07 Reverse thrust
• 021 11 04 00 Engine operation and monitoring
• 021 11 04 02 Starting malfunctions
• 021 11 04 03 Re-light envelope
• 021 11 05 01 Thrust, performance aspects and limitations
• 021 11 06 01 Design, operation, functions, operational limitations

Learning outcomes (EP022 - Turbomachines)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: gathering information with a critical and evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: elaborating a research question with a critical and evidence-based approach
• Acting autonomously: shaping and regulating his/her own learning process in function of his/her results

Goals (EP022 - Turbomachines)

• The students discuss the working principles of turbine engines, as stated in the EASA learning objectives above
• The students compare different engine types and components and cite their advantages and disadvantages
• The students fulfill all specific European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Part-FCL (Flight Crew Licensing) Airline Transport Pilots Licence (ATPL) “learning objectives” as cited in the "Contents" above

Prerequisites (EP022 - Turbomachines)
The course EP022 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (EP022 - Turbomachines)
Course notes (electronic or printed)

References (EP022 - Turbomachines)

Didactic means (EP022 - Turbomachines)
Theoretical courses and exercises

CS021: History of naval warfare

Mandatory courses
 

Course holder:
Captain-Commandant Lic. Dave WARNIER (3 ECTS)
ECTS: 3
Remark:
This course is for cadets Gp C in place of LS906
Contact hours:
Class: 27 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: oral
Useful information related to the exam: 30 minutes preparation, 30 minutes exam

Content (CS021 - History of naval warfare)
The course retraces the history of naval warfare from the classical antiquity to the contemporary period. It focuses on the importance and the use of navies. They were and still are instrumental as a means of protecting the essential Sea Lines of Communication that assure more than 90% of global trade. Additionally, in peace time navies are used as deterrents and as means of applying politico-military pressure, while during a war they shape the battlefield and support land and even air operations.

The history of naval warfare is divided in following periods, with more emphasis on 20th century warfare

• Age of the galleys
• Middle Ages
• Rise of the age of sail
• Golden age of sail
• Steam and Ironclads
• First World War
• Second World War
• Contemporary period

We follow the historical evolution of naval warfare in terms of technology, tactics and organization. The three main technological characteristics of a ship that shape that evolution form the red line throughout the course: structure, propulsion and fighting power of a ship. The context, the conduct and the consequences of important historical naval campaigns and battles are studied in greater detail.

Learning outcomes (CS021 - History of naval warfare)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating in writing his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: formulating a judgement on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Acting autonomously: shaping and regulating his/her own learning process in function of his/her results

Goals (CS021 - History of naval warfare)
At the end of the course, it is expected that students are able:

• To explain and to illustrate the importance of navies since ancient times to the present day
• to outline and to distinguish in a structured manner the different technological, tactical and organizational evolutions throughout the history of naval warfare
• To establish links or spot the differences between multiple historical naval campaigns or battles in a well reasoned manner
• To extrapolate and apply technological, organizational and tactical historical precedents to possible future naval evolutions

Prerequisites (CS021 - History of naval warfare)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 2) CL618 Academic presentation skills
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 2) CS626 Introduction to military history
• Ba 3 SSMW (Sem 1) CS816 Military campaigns in historical perspective
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 1) RS619 Critical thinking

The course CS021 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (CS021 - History of naval warfare)

• Manual (made available)
• Slides (electronic or printed)

Syllabus CS021: History of Naval Warfare.

The slides of the course are available on BelAdl

Excerpts from documentaries and newsreels (Spanish Armada, HMS Victory, Battle of the Atlantic, etc.) used during the course are available on BelAdl

References (CS021 - History of naval warfare)

• Jeremy BLACK, Naval Warfare: A Global History since 1860, Lanham, 2017, Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, 300 p
• R. G. GRANT, Battle at Sea, 3000 years of naval warfare, London, 2010, Penguin Books Ltd, 360 p
• Robert K. MASSIE, Castles of Steel: Britain, Germany, and the Winning of the Great War at Sea, New York, 2003, Random House, 880 p
• James STAVRIDIS, Sea Power: The History and Geopolitics of the World´s Oceans, London, 2017, Penguin Books Ltd, 372 p
• Craig L. SYMONDS, World War II at Sea: A Global History, Oxford, 2018, Oxford University Press,792 p

Didactic means (CS021 - History of naval warfare)

• Teach
• Demonstrate
• Educational conversation

SC001: Environment - Oceanography

Mandatory courses
 

Course holder:
Commander sg GS Lic. Guy SCHOTTE (3 ECTS)
ECTS: 3
Remark:
This course is for cadets Gp C in place of BS907
Contact hours:
Class: 20 Hr; practice: 7 Hr; visit: 4 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: oral

Content (SC001 - Environment / Oceanography)
The course is an introduction to descriptive oceanography. It starts with an overview of the creation of the earth and the oceans. There is a short overview of the history and evolution of oceanography/oceanology. Different oceanographic phenomena, such as tectonic activity and the impact on the oceans topography are explained. The creation and impact of sediments are also explained.
Starting from the elementary characteristics of H2O, specific characteristics of sea water are derived; Elements such as salinity, water layers stratification, transmission of light in water, thermostatic effects, gas cycles and chemical equilibrium of the oceans are introduced (including acidification).
The use of sound as a means of detection in water are developed with a focus on the sonar equation and its different elements. A basic knowledge of the ray path theory is taught with a focus on anti-wubmarine warfare operations.
The atmospheric and oceanic circulation models are explained as well as their respective interaction. Phenomena such as waves are introduced as well as coastal classification.
Through a briefing by a SME from MRSys-N the relevance of oceanography in the daily work of a naval officer is demonstrated.
A visit to the Mine Warfare unit in Zeebruges illustrates in practice certain aspects of the course.
Through lecture of IPCC reports the aspect of climate change is introduced.

Learning outcomes (SC001 - Environment / Oceanography)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating in writing his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: gathering information with a critical and evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: elaborating a research question with a critical and evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: formulating a judgement on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Acting autonomously: gathering and interpreting relevant information from the different disciplines to devise a sound judgement, solve a complex problem, and/or decide

Goals (SC001 - Environment / Oceanography)
At the end of the course, the student:

• Can define oceanographic terms
• Can describe how oceans and the atmosphere have been formed
• Can predict and derive from sediment and techtonic theory how the ocean topography is formed
• Can describe geothermal activity and bottom topography and link it to tectonic theory
• Can illustrate key characteristics from seawater/oceans by extrapolating basic characteristics of water
• Can link the oceanic, atmospheric and climate models and predict the influence from one to the other
• Can apply coastal classification
• Can describe the equilibrium theory of the ocean and associated gas cycles
• Can differentiate behaviour of sound and light in the oceans
• Can apply the sonar equation and ray path theory to a problem of anti submarine warfare
• Can describe the working method of the IPCC and apply/defend the findings of the IPCC to discussions on climate change 
• Can illustrate the link between oceanography and naval units/functions
• Can analyse an oceanographic problem through research and link it to knowledge gathered through the course
• Can create a written report and an oral presentation explaining the findings of his research on the oceanographic subject

Prerequisites (SC001 - Environment / Oceanography)
The course SC001 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (SC001 - Environment / Oceanography)

• Manual (made available)
• Slides (electronic or printed)
• Articles

Course is thaught through slides

Extra lecture:

• William G. Van Dorn, Oceanography and Seamanship, Schiffer Publishing, 1993
• Henry Stommel, A View of the Sea, Princeton University Press, 1991
• K. Sverdrup, A. Duxbury, and A. Duxbury, An Introduction to the World´s Oceans, 8th Ed., McGraw Hill, 2005

References (SC001 - Environment / Oceanography)

• Tom S. Garrison (University of Southern California), Oceanography: An invitation to Marine Science (4th edition), Wadsworth/Thomson Learning, 2002
• Website IPCC

Didactic means (SC001 - Environment / Oceanography)

• Teach
• Demonstrate
• Educational conversation
• Class conversation
• Open task

Through interactions and question and answer sessions during the lectures the students acquires the basic knowledge A visit to an operational units and a briefing by a material manager specifies the direct link between oceanography and the operations of a warship/mine warfare unit.
By developing a research question the student must apply the theory on a given oceanographic subject/problem.

BS001: Aeronautical physiology

Mandatory courses
 

Course holder:
Med Major Dr. Psy Nathalie PATTYN (3 ECTS)
ECTS: 3
Remark:
This course is for cadets Gp B in place of BS904
Contact hours:
Class: 20 Hr; practice: 10 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: oral

Content (BS001 - Aeronautical physiology)

• Chapter 1: General introduction + atmosphere (1 hr classroom lecture)
• Chapter 2: Respiration and circulation ( 2 hrs classroom lecture)
• Chapter 3: Hypoxia and the influences of decreased partial pressure of oxygen (4 hrs classroom lecture)
• Chapter 4: Influences of changes in barometric pressure (1 hr class room lecture)
• Chapter 5: Noise and vibrations (1 hr classroom lecture)
• Chapter 6: Health Hygiene and physical condition for aviators (1 hr classroom lecture)
• Chapter 7: Spatial disorientation and illusions (2 hrs classroom lecture)
• Chapter 8: Accelerations ( 4 hrs class room lecture)
• Chapter 9: Ejections (2 hrs classroom lecture)
• Chapter 10: Airsickness (1 hr classroom lecture)
• Chapter 11: Decompression sickness and explosive decompression (2 hrs classroom lecture)
• Chapter 12: Thermal stress (1 hr classroom lecture)
• Chapter 14: Vision and night vision (2 hrs classroom lecture)
• Chapter 15: Nervous system (1 hr classroom lecture , not instructed in 2008)
• Chapter 16: Sleep, fatigue and circadian rhythm (2 hr classroom lecture)
• Chapter 17: Tropical missions (1 hr classroom lecture)
• Chapter 18: Aeromedical Evacuation

Learning outcomes (BS001 - Aeronautical physiology)

Goals (BS001 - Aeronautical physiology)
This course will enable students to:

• Understand basic elements of aviation physiology and to be able able to apply them in the military aviation environment
• Recognize factors that impede the normal functioning of the human body during a flight

Prerequisites (BS001 - Aeronautical physiology)
Students must master high school level physics and biology

Course material (BS001 - Aeronautical physiology)

• Lessons are taught based on slides and video material
• The course syllabus is the print-out of these slideshows
• Reference works: Fundamentals of Aerospace Medicine, 3rd Edition (DeHart, 2002) - Ernsting’s Aviation Medicine, 4th Edition (Ernsting, 2006)

References (BS001 - Aeronautical physiology)

Didactic means (BS001 - Aeronautical physiology)
Classroom teaching with active participation

DR001: Maritime law

Mandatory courses
 

Course holder:
Commander sg MAB/BAM Lic. MA Kris DE DONDER (1,5 ECTS)
Other teachers:
Lieutenant-Commander Ilja VAN HESPEN (1,5 ECTS)
Assistants:
Captain Lic. iur. Bart VAN DE VELDE
ECTS: 3
Remark:
This course is for cadets Gp C in place of BS904
Contact hours:
Class: 27 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: oral

Content (DR001 - Maritime law)
The course offers an in-depth study of the law of the sea and the law of armed conflict at sea.
A number of provisions of the internal law that directly influence the activities of the naval component of the armed forces are studied as well. The contents of this juridical course is based on the relevant law that influences the planning and execution of maritime operations.

Learning outcomes (DR001 - Maritime law)
Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences

Goals (DR001 - Maritime law)
Having finished the course, the students are able to:

• Think critically and to decide and take action in accordance with the legislation taught in a specific situation linked to maritime law
• Methodically plan and lead the operations under their responsibility, taking into account the applicable law
• Identify their rights and duties as members of the military community in an international environment (especially in a maritime context), in times of peace and during armed conflict
• jJstify and defend the ethical standards, especially those applicable during an armed conflict
• Defend decisions made, on the basis of the existing law

Prerequisites (DR001 - Maritime law)
The course DR001 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (DR001 - Maritime law)

• Slides (electronic or printed)
• Course notes (electronic or printed)

A syllabus with course code DR001: Maritime law

A compendium of the studied international and national legislation

References (DR001 - Maritime law)
Optional complementing literature:

• Somers, E., Inleiding tot het internationaal zeerecht, 5de herwerkte uitgave, Kluwer, 2010
• Doswald-Beck, Louise (ed.), San Remo Manual on international law Applicable to Armed Conflicts at Sea, Grotius Publication, Cambridge, Cambridge University Press,1995
• Ronzitti, Natalino (ed.), The Law of Naval Warfare: A collection of Agreements and Documents with Commentaries, Dordrecht, Martinus Nijhoff Publishers, 1988
• Commander’s Manual on Naval Law, Command for Naval Operations, Brussel, Belgian Ministry of Defence, 2004

Didactic means (DR001 - Maritime law)

• Teach
• Open task

Lectures, as well as analysis and discussion of “case studies” from jurisdiction

BS002: Aeronautical psychology

Mandatory courses
 

Course holder:
Med Major Dr. Psy Nathalie PATTYN (3 ECTS)
ECTS: 3
Remark:
This course is for cadets Gp B in place of BS907
Contact hours:
Class: 20 Hr; practice: 10 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: oral

Content (BS002 - Aeronautical psychology)

• Chapter 1: Introduction
• Chapter 2: Stress
• Chapter 3: Sleep
• Chapter 4: Cognitive psychology
• Chapter 5: Learning processes
• Chapter 6: Personality, individual differences and group behaviour
• Chapter 7: Communication and cooperation
• Chapter 8: Human factors in aviation safety
• Teamwork: Paper and presentation

Learning outcomes (BS002 - Aeronautical psychology)

Goals (BS002 - Aeronautical psychology)
This course will enable students to:

• Understand the reason why this course is taught and the organization of the course
• Describe and explain the transactional stress model, the different types of stress reactions and the different causes and consequences for stress
• Give a definition of biological rythms, including performance rythms, sleep regulation and jetlag
• Describe the model of the human information processor, and find examples illustrating their insight in input processing, memory, decision making and output
• Understand basic human error analysis
• Describe the different types of learning mechanisms and link them to different qualities of learning
• Describe the different definitions of personality and interaction styles
• Understand the differences between individual functioning and team functioning
• Have a notion of leadership evaluation
• Describe the communication model and the different levels of communication. Illustrate those different levels with a practical example
• Understand the barriers to an effective communication
• Know the structure of aviation security within the Belgian Defence, and the existing initiatives to improve aviation safety
• Conduct a project as a team and present it to their fellow students

Prerequisites (BS002 - Aeronautical psychology)
Students must master high school level physics and biology, and have succeeded in BS001

Course material (BS002 - Aeronautical psychology)

• Lessons are taught based on slides and video material
• The course syllabus is the print-out of these slideshows

References (BS002 - Aeronautical psychology)

Didactic means (BS002 - Aeronautical psychology)

• Classroom teaching with active participation
• Teamwork with class presentation

TN911: Telecommunications and C4I

Module E1
 

Course holder:
Professor Dr. Ir Marc PIETTE (3 ECTS)
Other teachers:
Colonel Dr. Ir Bart SCHEERS (0 ECTS)
Assistants:
Captain Ir Mathias BECQUAERT
ECTS: 3
Contact hours:
Class: 21 Hr; practice: 9 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: oral
Useful information related to the exam: oral examination of knowledge and understanding of the theory given in the lectures. The student receives 1 question for each part (2 in total).

Content (TN911 - Telecommunications and C4I)
This course introduces the domain of telecommunications and C4I.
The following topics are covered:

• Generalities on telecommunications
• Spectral analysis
• Analogue signals and modulations
• Introduction to source coding
• Transmission of numerical signals
• SatCom
• Tactical Communication Networks
• VOIP (Voice Over IP)
• EOIP (Everything Over IP)

The theoretical concepts are illustrated by examples of civilian systems and applications from the world of defence & security. The concepts are used during the practice sessions (exercices).

Learning outcomes (TN911 - Telecommunications and C4I)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating in writing his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Acting autonomously: practicing an attitude of lifelong learning

Goals (TN911 - Telecommunications and C4I)
At the end of the course, students are expected to have demonstrable knowledge in:

• Elements of a telecom chain, their utility in an existing operational communication system and their interdependency
• Major steps in the development of telecommunications on a historical point of view
• Different communication methods (analogue and numerical) , transmission & exploitation means
• Advantages and limitations of each type of telecommunication means
• Main parameters characterizing a telecom signal in time and frequency domains
• Capabilities of SatCom
• Structure of Tactical Communication Networks
• IP technology (VOIP and EOIP)

At the end of the course, students are expected to be able to apply knowledge to:

• Understand and interpret the main technical specifications of a telecom system
• Analyse and synthesize of operational requirements related to such a system
• Recognize the main characteristics of a telecom signal
• Explain the principle, advantages and limitations of a modulation method
• Carry out basic calculations related to source coding
• Explain the principle, advantages and limitations of the IP technology
• Give actual examples of telecom and C4I systems used at Defence

Prerequisites (TN911 - Telecommunications and C4I)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 2) SC624 Electricity
• Ba 2 SSMW (Sem 1) SC712 Fundamentals of telecommunication & remote sensing

The course TN911 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (TN911 - Telecommunications and C4I)

• Hardware (laptop)
• Slides (electronic or printed)

Handbook consisting of the slides projected during the lectures, also available on the Course Management System BEADL

References (TN911 - Telecommunications and C4I)

Didactic means (TN911 - Telecommunications and C4I)

• Teach
• Demonstrate
• Closed task

TP912: Management of cybersecurity

Module E1
 

Course holder:
Professor Dr. Ir Wim MEES (3 ECTS)
Assistants:
Major MSc. Lic. Frédéric HALLOT
ECTS: 3
Contact hours:
Class: 20 Hr; practice: 10 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: oral

Content (TP912 - Management of cybersecurity)
Every army is increasingly relying on weapon systems that are highly technological and are each in fact a system of interconnected systems, all running software of some sort. Moreover this system of systems is most often connected to a command and control network.

The "Management of cybersecurity" course therefore addresses all the topics that an officer should know to understand and manage cyber-related risks for weapon systems as well as for supporting information management systems, and this during their entire lifecycle, from the cradle to the grave.

This means that following subjects will be presented:

• Cyber awareness based on a number of case studies
• Data flow modelling and threat modelling
• Secure software development lifecycle
• Security controls
• Security governance and resilience
• cyber situation awareness

Learning outcomes (TP912 - Management of cybersecurity)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Acting autonomously: shaping and regulating his/her own learning process in function of his/her results
• Acting autonomously: gathering and interpreting relevant information from the different disciplines to devise a sound judgement, solve a complex problem, and/or decide
• Acting autonomously: practicing an attitude of lifelong learning

Goals (TP912 - Management of cybersecurity)

• The student will be able to understand cyber risks and how these are managed in a military environment
• He will be able to apply and explain the necessary best practices and standing operating procedures related to information security

Prerequisites (TP912 - Management of cybersecurity)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 2 SSMW (Sem 2) TN722 Network & information assurance

The course TP912 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (TP912 - Management of cybersecurity)

• Slides (electronic or printed)
• Articles

We refer to a course book and specify each time which sections in the course book match the lectures

We also provide a number of articles and standards that are discussed in the lectures

References (TP912 - Management of cybersecurity)
A list of additional reference documents to download is provided to the students at the start of the course

Didactic means (TP912 - Management of cybersecurity)

• Teach
• Class conversation
• Open task

WS913: Fire control and guided weapons

Module E1
 

Course holder:
Major Dr. Ir Alexandre PAPY (1,5 ECTS)
Other teachers:
Colonel Dr. Ir Johan GALLANT (1,5 ECTS)
Assistants:
Lieutenant Ir Tom VANCAEYZEELE
ECTS: 3
Contact hours:
Class: 27 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: oral
Useful information related to the exam: two questions per student, one for each part of the course

Content (WS913 - Fire control and guided weapons)
In the first part of the course (14 Hr), the four main fonctions of guided weapons are described; guidance, control, propulsion and warhead. For each fonction, a classification and an explanation of the working principles are given. A 2DOF trajectory model is developed and examples of launch and intercept envelopes are given.

In the second part (13 Hr) NATO trajectory modeling is applied in order to create practical Fire Control Systems. After defining general principles, different aspects such as aiming techniques and weaponeering are analyzed for direct and indirect fire applications. Specific weapon systems include small arms, land, air and naval systems.

Learning outcomes (WS913 - Fire control and guided weapons)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Acting autonomously: gathering and interpreting relevant information from the different disciplines to devise a sound judgement, solve a complex problem, and/or decide

Goals (WS913 - Fire control and guided weapons)
By the end of the course, students will be able to:

• Give a reasoned vision of the basic working principles of guided weapons
• Compare the guidance, control and propulsion methods
• Make the distinction between the aiming and laying of unguided weapons for different operational settings

Prerequisites (WS913 - Fire control and guided weapons)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 3 SSMW (Sem 2) SE821 Tactical military sensors
• Ba 2 SSMW (Sem 2) WA721 Fundamentals of ballistics
• Ba 3 SSMW (Sem 2) WS822 Survivability of weapon systems

The course WS913 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (WS913 - Fire control and guided weapons)

• Slides (electronic or printed)
• Course notes (electronic or printed)

References (WS913 - Fire control and guided weapons)

Didactic means (WS913 - Fire control and guided weapons)

• Teach
• Educational conversation

SM914: Mechanics of materials and structures

Module E1
 

Course holder:
Professor Dr. Ir Luc RABET (1,5 ECTS)
Other teachers:
Major Dr. Ir David LECOMPTE (1,5 ECTS)
Assistants:
Lieutenant Ir Katia MEERSMAN
ECTS: 3
Contact hours:
Class: 20 Hr; practice: 10 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 10.0
Weight factor for the exam: 20.0
Exam type: written

Content (SM914 - Mechanics of materials and structures)

• Material families and bonding forces
• Fundamental aspects of cristal structure and its defects
• Interaction between microstructure, processing and material properties
• Determination of mechanical properties
• Mechanical structures
• External and internal forces on a solid structure
• Static stress and strain determination
• Simple and combined loading cases

Learning outcomes (SM914 - Mechanics of materials and structures)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Sciences

Goals (SM914 - Mechanics of materials and structures)

• To be able to explain the behavior of materials starting from their bonding forces
• Understand the importance of the material performance triangle
• To be capable of making elementary stress ans strain calculations for simple loading cases
• To be able to conduct simple mechanical tests and exploit their results

Prerequisites (SM914 - Mechanics of materials and structures)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 2) SC623 Theoretical mechanics

The course SM914 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (SM914 - Mechanics of materials and structures)

• Manual (made available)
• Slides (electronic or printed)
• Course notes (electronic or printed)

Textbook

William D. Callister, Jr : Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction, 9th edition

Handouts of course transparencies printed and also on BelADL

References (SM914 - Mechanics of materials and structures)

Didactic means (SM914 - Mechanics of materials and structures)

• Teach
• Closed task

Part 1 Materials
Only courses

Part 2 Structures
Courses and practical sessions with guides exercises

EP915: Applied mechanics

Module E1
 

Course holder:
Major Dr. Ir Benoît MARINUS (2 ECTS)
Assistants:
Lieutenant Ir Julien LONGIN
ECTS: 2
Contact hours:
Class: 11 Hr; practice: 10 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 6.0
Weight factor for the exam: 14.0
Exam type: oral

Content (EP915 - Applied mechanics)

• Conservation laws of mass, momentum with a focus on thrust by reaction and energy
• Dimensional analysis limited to force coefficients, Mach- and Reynolds-numbers
• Heat exchange (convection, radiation, conduction)
• Lift and drag forces on bodies
  • Forces coefficients
  • Dependency on shape, angle, Ma and Re
  • Polar curves
• Boundary layer
  • Velocity profile
  • Laminarity/turbulence
  • Influence on force coefficients
  • Boundary layer control
• Effect of compressibility on the forces
  • Flow tables in compressible flows
  • Normal/oblique shock
  • Expansion
  • Wave drag
  • Flow over a supersonic wing/fin
• Fundamentals of flow in nozzles
  • Isentropic cases
  • Non-isentropic cases

Learning outcomes (EP915 - Applied mechanics)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Sciences

Goals (EP915 - Applied mechanics)
At the end of the course, students are expected to elaborate:

• The conservation laws of mass, momentum with a focus on thrust by reaction and energy
• Dimensional analysis limited to force coefficients, Mach- and Reynolds-numbers
• Heat exchange (convection, radiation, conduction)
• Lift and drag forces on bodies (projectiles, vehicles, aircraft, ships, wings, fins)
• The role of the boundary layer with respect to the forces
• The effect of compressibility on the forces
• The fundamentals of ow in nozzles

At the end of the course, students are expected to:

• Solve elementary problems related to conservation laws and heat exchange
• Solve elementary problems concerning thrust by reaction
• Solve elementary problems related to dimensional analysis
• Solve elementary problems pertaining to lift and drag forces on bodies (projectiles, vehicles, aircraft, ships, wings, fins),
• Solve elementary problems pertaining to nozzles with focus on the generation of thrust

At the end of the course, students are also expected to be able to:

• Judge and formulate operational requirements pertaining to systems requiring or subject to lift, drag and/or thrust by nozzles
• Judge recent developments and trends in the the above fields and acquire knowledge independently

Prerequisites (EP915 - Applied mechanics)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ma SSMW (Mandatory courses) (Sem 1) EP901 Propulsion of military platforms
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 1) SC611 Fundamentals of mathematics
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 2) SC621 Applied mathematics
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 2) SC623 Theoretical mechanics

The course EP915 is identified as a prerequisite for the following courses:

• Ma SSMW (Module E1) (Sem 1) SM921 Land vehicles propulsion, stability and performance
• Ma SSMW (Module E1) (Sem 1) SM931 Aircraft propulsion, stability and performance
• Ma SSMW (Module E1) (Sem 1) SM941 Ship propulsion, stability and performance

Course material (EP915 - Applied mechanics)

• Slides (electronic or printed)
• Course notes (electronic or printed)

Course notes code EP915, Applied Mechanics, by B.G. Marinus & J. Longin (2020)

References (EP915 - Applied mechanics)
Anderson J.D., Fundamentals of aerodynamics,3rd Ed, McGraw Hill, 2005

Didactic means (EP915 - Applied mechanics)

• Teach
• Closed task

Lectures

Closed tasks (Guided exercise sessions)

SM921: Land vehicles propulsion, stability and performance

Module E1
 

Course holder:
Major Dr. Ir Kristof HARRI (4 ECTS)
Assistants:
Captain-Commandant Ir Amaury JAMIN
ECTS: 4
Contact hours:
Class: 26 Hr; practice: 14 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 13.0
Weight factor for the exam: 27.0
Exam type: written

Content (SM921 - Land vehicles propulsion, stability and performance)

• Vehicle design and mobility
  • Classification of vehicles
  • Coordinate system
  • Vehicle design
  • Safety
  • Regulations
• Prime movers for motor vehicles
  • Internal combustion engines
  • Electric vehicles
  • Fuel Cells
  • Hybrid Vehicles
• Propulsion
  • Tire mechanics
  • Non driven wheel
  • Driven wheel
  • Propulsion equation of a vehicle
• The clutch
  • Dynamics
  • Technology
• The gearbox
  • Choice of a gear ratio
  • Technology of the gearbox
• Propeller shaft and differential
  • FWD
  • RWD
  • Differential
• Steering
• Braking
  • Dynamics of braking
  • Technology of the braking system
  • ABS
• Suspension
  • Guiding elements
  • Force elements

Learning outcomes (SM921 - Land vehicles propulsion, stability and performance)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: gathering information with a critical and evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: formulating a judgement on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach

Goals (SM921 - Land vehicles propulsion, stability and performance)
After this course the student is expected to:

• Identify, describe and explain the working principle of different (basic) components of a vehicle
• Clarify the essential vocabulary of land vehicles
• Have a basic knowledge of vehicle technology
• Solve ´simple´ applications with respect to land vehicles
• Translate the technical specifications of a land vehicle
• Calculate the basic performance of a land vehicle starting from the specifications

Prerequisites (SM921 - Land vehicles propulsion, stability and performance)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ma SSMW (Mandatory courses) (Sem 1) EP901 Propulsion of military platforms
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 1) SC611 Fundamentals of mathematics
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 2) SC621 Applied mathematics
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 2) SC623 Theoretical mechanics

The course SM921 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (SM921 - Land vehicles propulsion, stability and performance)

• Slides (electronic or printed)
• Course notes (electronic or printed)

Lecture notes with code SM921 'Land vehicles: propulsion, stability and performance' by K. Harri

Additional presentations

References (SM921 - Land vehicles propulsion, stability and performance)

Didactic means (SM921 - Land vehicles propulsion, stability and performance)

• Teach
• Demonstrate
• Closed task

Ex-cathedra and several demonstrations during the course using didactic material

Closed task (guided exercise sessions)

SM931: Aircraft propulsion, stability and performance

Module E1
 

Course holder:
Major Dr. Ir Benoît MARINUS (3 ECTS)
Other teachers:
Major Dr. Ir Bart JANSSENS (1 ECTS)
Assistants:
Lieutenant Ir Julien LONGIN
ECTS: 4
Contact hours:
Class: 24 Hr; practice: 18 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 13.0
Weight factor for the exam: 27.0
Exam type: oral

Content (SM931 - Aircraft propulsion, stability and performance)
This course discusses flight mechanics: the kinematics and dynamics of and around the centre of gravity of an aircraft, which is considered to be rigid.
The course consists of:

• Performance (SM931a):
  • Performance in straight and level flight
  • Load factor, manoeuvres in the vertical plane and gusts
  • Manoeuvres in the horizontal plane
  • Energy management
  • Take-off and landing analysis
• Stability (SM931a):
  • The aerodynamic centre
  • Conditions for longitudinal stability and equilibrium
  • Conditions for lateral and directional stability
  • Interaction between slip, roll, and yaw; stability derivatives
  • Control derivatives of roll and yaw control
  • Notions of dynamic stability
  • Coupling with aeroelasticity
• Propulsion (SM931b)
• Practical exercises:
  • In the practical exercise sessions students solve problems under supervision. The selected problems are a direct application of knowledge and concepts gained in the lectures.

Learning outcomes (SM931 - Aircraft propulsion, stability and performance)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Science
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: gathering information with a critical and evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: elaborating a research question with a critical and evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: formulating a judgement on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Acting autonomously: gathering and interpreting relevant information from the different disciplines to devise a sound judgement, solve a complex problem, and/or decide

Goals (SM931 - Aircraft propulsion, stability and performance)
At the end of the course, students are expected to:

• Elaborate the fundamentals of aircraft propulsion
• Elaborate aircraft performance and the equations of motion
• Elaborate the fundamentals of aircraft static stability
• Judge and develop operational requirements pertaining to aircraft
• Critique recent developments and trends in the field and acquire knowledge independently

At the end of the course, students are expected to:

• Solve elementary problems related to aircraft propulsion
• Solve problems concerning aircraft performance
• Solve elementary problems related to aircraft longitudinal static stability

Prerequisites (SM931 - Aircraft propulsion, stability and performance)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ma SSMW (Mandatory courses) (Sem 1) EP901 Propulsion of military platforms
• Ma SSMW (Module E1) (Sem 1) EP915 Applied mechanics
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 1) SC611 Fundamentals of mathematics
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 1) SC612 Basic informatics and computer technology
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 2) SC621 Applied mathematics
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 2) SC623 Theoretical mechanics

The course SM931 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (SM931 - Aircraft propulsion, stability and performance)

• Slides (electronic or printed)
• Course notes (electronic or printed)

course notes SM931a by Maj B. MARINUS

course notes SM931b by Maj B. JANSSENS

References (SM931 - Aircraft propulsion, stability and performance)
Introduction To Flight (Third Edition) by John D. Anderson, Jr.

Didactic means (SM931 - Aircraft propulsion, stability and performance)

• Teach
• Closed task
• Open task

Lectures

Guided exercise sessions

Project: the student makes a comprehensive performance study through its own calculation sheet of an aircraft and of its propulsion. The project is defended orally.

SM941: Ship propulsion, stability and performance

Module E1
 

Course holder:
Major Dr. Ir Bart JANSSENS (4 ECTS)
Assistants:
Captain-Commandant Ir Jonathan MARTINO
Mr. Yoshiyuki NISHIO
ECTS: 4
Contact hours:
Class: 16 Hr; practice: 20 Hr; visit: 8 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 13.0
Weight factor for the exam: 27.0
Exam type: oral
Useful information related to the exam: exercise, open book and with oral presentation of the solution

Content (SM941 - Ship propulsion, stability and performance)

• Static Stability
  • Stability of the floating body
  • Stability of the intact ship
    • Stability computations
    • Stability curves
  • Moving, loading and unloading weights
  • The problem of mobile cargo
  • Hull damage
  • Grounding
• Dynamic stability
  • The influence of waves
  • Damping installations
• Ship resistance
  • The towing tank experiment
  • Determination of the propulsive power
• The propulsion system
  • The propeller
  • Alternative propulsion systems
  • Sails
  • Engine types
  • Some common configurations
• Ship control
  • The rudder
  • Coursekeeping
  • Rudder configurations

Learning outcomes (SM941 - Ship propulsion, stability and performance)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: formulating a judgement on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Acting autonomously: gathering and interpreting relevant information from the different disciplines to devise a sound judgement, solve a complex problem, and/or decide
• Thinking and acting ethically: acting by considering his/her social and ethical responsibilities

Goals (SM941 - Ship propulsion, stability and performance)
At the end of the course, students are expected to be able to:

• Explain the basic principles of ship stability and the factors influencing performance
• Make operational decisions while being aware of the potential impact on stability and performance
• Conduct elementary research and acquire knowledge independently concerning recent developments and trends

Prerequisites (SM941 - Ship propulsion, stability and performance)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ma SSMW (Mandatory courses) (Sem 1) EP901 Propulsion of military platforms
• Ma SSMW (Module E1) (Sem 1) EP915 Applied mechanics
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 2) SC621 Applied mathematics
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 2) SC623 Theoretical mechanics

The course SM941 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (SM941 - Ship propulsion, stability and performance)

• Slides (electronic or printed)
• Course notes (electronic or printed)

Ship stability experiment

Solutions to exercises

References (SM941 - Ship propulsion, stability and performance)
Library MECA-marine

Didactic means (SM941 - Ship propulsion, stability and performance)

• Teach
• Demonstrate
• Closed task

Theoretical courses, exercises and labs

DS951: Supply chain management

Module E2
 

Course holder:
Major Dr. Ir Filip VAN UTTERBEECK (6 ECTS)
Assistants:
Miss MSc. Addie NEYT
ECTS: 6
Contact hours:
Class: 40 Hr; practice: 20 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 2
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 20.0
Weight factor for the exam: 40.0
Exam type: written

Content (DS951 - Supply chain management)
This course consists of 2 main parts. In part 1 we give an overview of classical quantitative decision support tools in the domain of management science such as spreadsheet modelling, linear and integer programming, decision making under uncertainty and multicriteria decision making. In part 2 we zoom in on supply chain management and look in more detail at specific decision support models for supply chain processes such as distribution and transportation, forecasting and inventory management.

Learning outcomes (DS951 - Supply chain management)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: formulating a judgement on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach

Goals (DS951 - Supply chain management)
The student has an understanding of existing quantitative decision support methods and knows which ones to apply for which type of problem. He is able to translate small- to middle sized realistic management problems into a spreadsheet model, and can use the Excel solver to find an optimal solution. He can apply the correct decision support tools to analyse supply chain problems in a military context.

Prerequisites (DS951 - Supply chain management)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 2) SC622 Information management
• Ba 2 SSMW (Sem 1) SC713 Probability and statistics

The course DS951 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (DS951 - Supply chain management)

• Manual (made available)
• Software
• Slides (electronic or printed)

All course materials will be made available on Beladl

The course is based on the following books:

• Frederick Hillier and Mark Hillier: Introduction to management science. A modeling and case studies approach with spreadsheets
• Robert Jacobs and Richard Chase, Operations and Supply Chain Management

References (DS951 - Supply chain management)

• Robert Jacobs and Richard Chase, Operations and Supply Chain Management, 15th, 2018
• Borris, S., Total Productive Maintenance, McGraw-Hill, 2006
• Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) Model version 9.0, Supply Chain Council

Didactic means (DS951 - Supply chain management)

• Lectures and guestlectures
• Guided application sessions

DS952: Project and program management

Module E2
 

Course holder:
Lieutenant-Colonel IMM Dr. Ir Geert LETENS (5 ECTS)
Other teachers:
Lieutenant-Colonel GS Ir Jacques LUYCKX (1 ECTS)
Assistants:
Captain Joaquim SOARES
ECTS: 6
Contact hours:
Class: 30 Hr; practice: 20 Hr; visit: 10 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 2
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 20.0
Weight factor for the exam: 40.0
Exam type: written and oral

Content (DS952 - Project and program management)
Defense is an organization that is continuously confronted with unique and new situations. As a result, both our core and supporting activities require effective project management.
This course builds on the basis principles of project and program management as described by the Body of Knowledge of the Project Management Institute (PMI).

• Project management
  • Phases: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, close out
  • Core Knowledge areas: time, budget, scope and quality management
  • Supporting Knowledge areas: procurement, HR, communication, risk management, integration management
• Program and portfolio management within the Belgian Armed Forces
  • Role of the material manager
  • Acquisition processes and integrated logistic support
  • Life Cycle Costing

Practical sessions provide a profound understanding of time scheduling based on Critical Path Method and PERT. Students are assigned to real life projects to support the creation of an integrated project plan and the use of various templates and softwares.

Learning outcomes (DS952 - Project and program management)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating in writing his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Working with people as an individual or in a group: adapting to individual human behavior and group dynamics

Goals (DS952 - Project and program management)

• Factual and conceptual knowledge of the terminology and principles of project and program management
• Procedural knowledge of common tools and techniques related to project management. This includes being able to:
  • Create a sound project charter to obtain a strong mandate when initiating a new project
  •  Develop an integrated project plan based on a real life project that integrates all project management knowledge areas
• Understand the role of the material manager with regard to project, program and maintenance management
• Understand the importance of Acquisition Logistics for the Belgian Armed Forces
• Understand the basic principles of Life Cycle Management

Prerequisites (DS952 - Project and program management)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 3 SSMW (Sem 2) CL825 English

The course DS952 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (DS952 - Project and program management)

• Manual (made available)
• Software
• Slides (electronic or printed)
• Articles

Various sources available for students on the PMI website

Manual: Project Management - the managerial process (McGrawhill)

Software: Ms Project

References (DS952 - Project and program management)

• PMI Project Management Body of Knowledge
• PMI Program Management Body of knowledge
• Internal guidelines from the Belgian Armed Forces with regard to Material and Acquisition Management Farr J., Systems of Life Cycle Costing, 2011

Didactic means (DS952 - Project and program management)

• Presentations
• Guest lectures
• Practical application sessions
• Real life project assignment

DS953: Performance optimalisation

Module E2
 

Course holder:
Lieutenant-Colonel IMM Dr. Ir Geert LETENS (6 ECTS)
Assistants:
Captain Joaquim SOARES
Lieutenant Lic. Sven VANHENGEL
ECTS: 6
Contact hours:
Class: 30 Hr; practice: 30 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 2
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 0
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: uniform repartition
Weight factor for the daily work: 20.0
Weight factor for the exam: 40.0
Exam type: written and oral
Useful information related to the exam: the oral examen consists of a group presentation and an individual part (muliple choice questions)

Content (DS953 - Performance optimalisation)
Knowing how to do more with less is a prerequisite for every manager within Defense. Sound decision making is key to optimize the performance of various military services. The content of this course supports these goals in three ways:

• Overview of various modern management methods (Strategy, performance measurement, process and risk management) and change and improvement approaches (ICS, ISO 9000, Lean Six Sigma, Bottleneck Management, Change Management).
• Business game that illustrates the integrated character of decisions in organisations. This will illustrate how decisions are the results of both formal and informal information flows that depend on tangible (structure, strategy) and intangible (culture, team dynamics) characteristics of the organisation.

Learning outcomes (DS953 - Performance optimalisation)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating in writing his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: gathering information with a critical and evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: deciding on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Working with people as an individual or in a group: adapting to individual human behavior and group dynamics
• Working with people as an individual or in a group: handling the different aspects of leadership
• Acting autonomously: gathering and interpreting relevant information from the different disciplines to devise a sound judgement, solve a complex problem, and/or decide
• Collaborating in a multidisciplinary environment: collaborating beyond the borders of specific disciplines to reach a common goal

Goals (DS953 - Performance optimalisation)

• Demonstrate the importance and the impact of tools and methods for process improvement based on a didactical case study
• Make a critical analysis of a process management approach in a real environment in Defense
• Be able to document and manage processes and to use performance indicators to evaluate processes and formulate SMART improvement objectives
• Identify tools and methods that are relevant for process improvement
• Make appropriate use of quantitative and qualitative tools to support decisions

Last but not least, students will be asked to work in group on a business case that requires them to:

• Assume a specific leadership role within an organization (CEO, COO, CFO,...)
• Work together as a team to analyse their organization, to define the appropriate improvements and to implement changes as required
• Document their interventions and findings over time to assess the impact of their actions on the performance of both the organization and its individuals

Prerequisites (DS953 - Performance optimalisation)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 3 SSMW (Sem 2) CL825 English

The course DS953 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (DS953 - Performance optimalisation)

• Slides (electronic or printed)
• Articles

A syllabus of all Powerpoint slides

Papers of key methods and approaches

References (DS953 - Performance optimalisation)

• Harmon, P., Business Process Change, 3rd Edition, Morgan Kauffmann, 2014
• AFS021 : Air Force Smart Operations for the 21st Century, Playbook version 2.1
• Six Batteries of Change; De Prins, Letens, Verweire, 2017

Didactic means (DS953 - Performance optimalisation)

• Lectures
• Business Game
• Case studies

CS961: International conflicts in historical perspective

Module E3
 

Course holder:
Lieutenant-Colonel GS Dr. Lic. Kris QUANTEN (6 ECTS)
Assistants:
Lieutenant MSc. MA Vincent JOASSIN
ECTS: 6
Contact hours:
Class: 40 Hr; practice: 15 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 1
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: paper 75%  - oral presentation 25%
Weight factor for the daily work: 20.0
Weight factor for the exam: 40.0
Exam type: oral
Useful information related to the exam: 20´ preparation followed by 20´ exam

Content (CS961 - International conflicts in historical perspective)
The core business of an officer is conducting operations, both in a national and international context. In order to assess the scope of contemporary conflicts, it is important that he is able to make a correct analysis of the conflict from a historical point of view beforehand. In this course, we will focus hereon and teach the student not only the knowledge, but also the necessary skills to help him with this. We will focus on some specific cases that are relevant for the Belgian Defence. In addition to a thorough analysis of the underlying causes of the Middle Eastern conflict, we will go deeper into the Sahel issue as well as Central Africa.

Learning outcomes (CS961 - International conflicts in historical perspective)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating in writing his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: gathering information with a critical and evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: elaborating a research question with a critical and evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: formulating a judgement on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Acting autonomously: practicing an attitude of lifelong learning
• Collaborating in a multidisciplinary environment: collaborating beyond the borders of specific disciplines to reach a common goal

Goals (CS961 - International conflicts in historical perspective)
At the end of the course the student gets acquainted with the complex international environment in which he will have to operate. He is able to analyse and assess the root causes of a conflictual situation. Different cases are analysed from an historical point of view. The student gradually learns to expose the roots of a conflict and to understand which actors play a direct or indirect role. In addition to ex-cathedra lessons and discussions, the student must also write a paper containing an in-depth analysis of a chosen conflict, which he will present to his fellow students. Based on this working method, future officers will be able to analyse any possible conflict in a systematic, reasoned and objective way. The students regularly report on their research results both orally as well as in writing and engage in debate with teachers and other students about their findings.

By the end of the course, students:

• In terms of substantive knowledge:
  • Understand and explain the historical roots of international conflicts in general
  • Understand and explain the specific situation in the Middle East and the Sahel Region
  • Discuss a range of key concepts, theoretical explanantions and historical events
  • Explain contemporary issues related with the situation in the Middle East and the Sahel Region
  • Explain possible future evolutions in the Middle East and the Sahel Region
• In terms of skills:
  • Analyse, understand, synthesize, and apply core texts on international conflicts
  • Present the essence of a complex problem in a limited timeframe
  • Carry out independent, in-depth research using a wide range of sources
  • Report in writing in a scientifically appropriate style and based on a correct reference system
  • Effective public speaking, presentation and seminar-leading skills
  • Work in a small team

Prerequisites (CS961 - International conflicts in historical perspective)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 2) CS626 Introduction to military history
• Ba 2 SSMW (Sem 1) CS714 History of the Belgian foreign and defence policy
• Ba 3 SSMW (Sem 1) CS816 Military campaigns in historical perspective
• Ba 3 SSMW (Sem 1) CS817 International securiy
• Ba 3 SSMW (Sem 2) CS823 Political geography

The course CS961 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (CS961 - International conflicts in historical perspective)

• Manual (made available)
• Slides (electronic or printed)
• Articles

The students receive didactic handouts and clear maps

A reader with adapted texts will be at the disposal of the students

References (CS961 - International conflicts in historical perspective)
CLEVELAND (W), BUNTON (M), A History of the Modern Middle East, Routledge, London, 2018

Didactic means (CS961 - International conflicts in historical perspective)

• Teach
• Class conversation
• Open task

Excathedra courses

Group discussions

The students have to prepare a paper on an international conflict

Presentation of the paper

CS962: Strategic studies

Module E3
 

Course holder:
Major Lic. MA Koen TROCH (6 ECTS)
ECTS: 6
Contact hours:
Class: 51 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 1
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: 70/30
Weight factor for the daily work: 20.0
Weight factor for the exam: 40.0
Exam type: oral

Content (CS962 - Strategic studies)
Strategy is neither simple nor easy. A good strategy requires a number of skills and competences. A professional needs to understand that formulating, articulating, evaluating or executing strategy is not an easy thing. A theory of strategy is not the simple application of a checklist or a cookbook solution that can be applied time after time. Especially in periods of great turmoil and change, the development of strategy becomes rather difficult. This course will help students to get a better understanding of the what, how and why of strategy in a fast changing world, based on the study of a number of great strategists and their approaches.

This course provides an analysis of strategy, strategic studies and contemporary strategic issues. It will offer a critical study of war, politics and strategy. The understanding of the relationship between war and politics, strategy and security in international relations is key for junior officers. To understand the way armed forces are used nowadays and why they are deployed as well to understand the complex security environment they will need to work in. Before examining contemporary problems, we will first explore the causes of war, the evolution of modern warfare, as well as strategic theory and culture. Students will finally study the future of strategy.

Learning outcomes (CS962 - Strategic studies)

• Understanding of extensive subject matter in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying relevant and valid information to devise arguments, solve complex problems, formulate recommendations, or make decisions in the field of Social and Military Sciences
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating in writing his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: gathering information with a critical and evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: elaborating a research question with a critical and evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: formulating a judgement on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: deciding on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Working with people as an individual or in a group: adapting to individual human behavior and group dynamics
• Acting autonomously: shaping and regulating his/her own learning process in function of his/her results
• Acting autonomously: practicing an attitude of lifelong learning

Goals (CS962 - Strategic studies)
The overall objective of the course is to provide understanding of the use of armed forces in the changing and challenging globalized security environment. Students have to understand that armed forces can and will be used, and even sometimes misused, within the framework of national and international strategies decided by national governments and international organizations. They need to understand the link between policy and strategy, need to know the history of strategy and also need to understand the difficulties, limitations and problems military personnel will face while working in the contemporary security context.
By the end of the course, it is hoped that students will have a firm grasp of:

• In terms of substantive knowledge:
  • Understand and explain the most salient issues of war, politics and strategy in the contemporary world
  • Discuss a range of key concepts, theoretical explanations and historical events and facts insofar they relate to questions about war, peace, force, politics, military power and strategy
  • Explain the contemporary issues and how they relate with war, peace, force, politics, military power and strategy
  • Explain what strategy will look like in the future
• In terms of skills:
  • How to examine, understand, synthesize and apply core texts on warfare and strategy
  • How to present a difficult problem in a limited timeframe
  • How to carry out independent, in-depth research using a wide range of sources
  • How to structure and compose a research essay, based on the reading of major theoretical approaches and their “critical opponents”
  • How to use appropriate style and a correct reference system
  • Effective public speaking, presentation and seminar-leading skills
  • Work in a small team

Prerequisites (CS962 - Strategic studies)
This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 2 SSMW (Sem 1) CS714 History of the Belgian foreign and defence policy
• Ba 3 SSMW (Sem 2) CS823 Political geography
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 1) RS619 Critical thinking
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 2) RS620 Research methods

The course CS962 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (CS962 - Strategic studies)

• Slides (electronic or printed)
• Course notes (electronic or printed)
• Articles

Mandatory:

• Comparative Grand Strategy by Th. Balzacq, P. Dombrowki and S. Reich, Oxford University Press, 2019
• Strategy and Grand Strategy: what students and practicioners need to know, T.D. Biddle, Strategic Studies Institute, 2015 (provided)

References (CS962 - Strategic studies)

• J.Baylis, J.J. Wirtz and C.S. Gray (2016), Strategy in the contemporary world, 5th edition, Oxford, Oxford University Press
• Jordan, D., Kiras, J.D. a.o. (2016), Understanding Modern Warfare, 2nd Edition, Cambridge, Cambridge University Press

Articles: can be found in the textbook or via given links

Case Studies and Additional Readings: additional information and readings will be posted on BelADL

Compulsory:

• J.L. Gaddis (2018), On Grand Strategy, New York, Penguin Press
• Mahnken, T.G. & Maiolo,J.A. (2008), Strategic Studies, a reader, Oxon, Routledge

Selected books:

• Gray, C.S. (2015), The Future of Strategy, Cambridge, Polity Press Hauss, C. (2015), Security 2.0, Lanham, Rowman & Littlefield Gall, C. (2015), The Wrong Enemy, New York, Mariner Books
• Ricks, T.E. (2007), Fiasco, London, Penguin Books
• Simpson, E. (2012), War from the Ground up, London, Hurst & Company
• Platias, A.G. and Koliopoulos, C. (2010), Thucydides on Strategy, New York, Columbia University Press Bolger, D.P. (2014), Why we lost, New York, Mariner Books
• Kilcullen, D. (2009), The accidental guerilla, London, Hurst & Company
• Strachan, H. (2013), The direction of war, Cambridge, Cambridge University Press

Didactic means (CS962 - Strategic studies)

• Teach
• Educational conversation
• Class conversation

The course consists of lectures, prepared by the reading of the students, dealing with the subjects of the handbook in a broad context and illustrated with relevant examples.
Students should be critical thinkers. They should be able to give an answer to the questions at the end of each chapter and try to come up with at least two personal questions for each lecture.
To help the students to engage with the material and to encourage their critical thinking skills, students have to write a book review on one of the selected books.
For each lecture, students should also find a relevant academic paper dealing with the subject of the lecture. This literature should be summarized and kept in a reading log on BelADL. This should allow students to get a better understanding and link current events to the course material.

CS963: Contemporary security issues

Module E3
 

Course holder:
Major Lic. MA Koen TROCH (6 ECTS)
ECTS: 6
Contact hours:
Class: 48 Hr
Evaluation:
Daily work: number of written evaluations: 1
Daily work: number of oral evaluations: 1
Daily work: weight of the different evaluations: 70 (paper) / 30 (oral presentation)
Weight factor for the daily work: 20.0
Weight factor for the exam: 40.0
Exam type: oral

Content (CS963 - Contemporary security issues)
Junior officers are involved in the conduct and the execution of military operations/tasks in a national and international context. In order to prepare them for these basic functions, they should be well informed about the general framework of these operations and why Belgium makes some political choice within the framework of its foreign and defense policy. This course explores some of the world’s most pressing and interesting political security issues that have an influence on the international environment in general and on the Belgian Security & Defense Policy in particular. After a short revision of the international relations basics, cadets will first get acquainted with the Belgian foreign, security and defense policy. In a second step, they will get information on the global risks and challenges threatening the world in general and Belgian particularly. Finally, cadets will analyze the links between contemporary security issues and the Belgian foreign and security policy according to the Belgian Defense strategic vision 2030 that identifies our European southern periphery and our European northern and eastern flank as our major security concerns.

Learning outcomes (CS963 - Contemporary security issues)

• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating in writing his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Applying language and communication skills efficiently: communicating orally his/her conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale underpinning these
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: gathering information with a critical and evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: elaborating a research question with a critical and evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: formulating a judgement on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Thinking critically and acting scientifically: deciding on the grounds of critical thinking and an evidence-based approach
• Acting autonomously: shaping and regulating his/her own learning process in function of his/her results
• Acting autonomously: practicing an attitude of lifelong learning

Goals (CS963 - Contemporary security issues)
The purpose of this course is to allow junior officers to contextualize the commitment of Belgian military assets in contemporary operations in the light of Belgian interests and the overall security situation to enable them to guide their choices and decisions when they are deployed in one of the Belgian operations.
Within this framework, it is of the upmost importance for junior officers to understand how complex security issues are and how apparently local issues are interconnected in a global context that requires a comprehensive approach. Course CS963 aims to develop theyr research, critical analysis, teamwork, presentation, public speaking, and essay writing skills.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:

• In terms of substantive knowledge:
  • Get acquainted, examine and synthetize the Belgian foreign, security and defense policies
  • Get acquainted, examine and comprehend global risks and security issues
  • Explain the current operation conducted by Belgian Defense with regard to contemporary security issues
• In terms of skills:
  • Examine, understand, synthesize and apply core academic level documents
  • Carry out independent, in-depth research using a wide range of sources
  • Structure and compose a paper based on a correct reference system
  • Argue and formulate recommendations
  • Effective public speaking, presentation and seminar-leading skills

Prerequisites (CS963 - Contemporary security issues)
Cadets will be expected to draw on the knowledge seen in the "World Politics" courses taught during the bachelor´s degree in order to best understand this module on contemporary security challenges.

This course uses topics that are treated in the following courses:

• Ba 2 SSMW (Sem 1) CS714 History of the Belgian foreign and defence policy
• Ba 3 SSMW (Sem 1) CS817 International securiy
• Ba 3 SSMW (Sem 2) CS823 Political geography
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 1) RS619 Critical thinking
• Ba 1 SSMW (Sem 2) RS620 Research methods

The course CS963 is not mentioned as a prerequisite for other courses

Course material (CS963 - Contemporary security issues)

• Hardware (laptop)
• Slides (electronic or printed)
• Course notes (electronic or printed)
• Articles

Mandatory books to be read for final exam:

• International Security Studies, Theory and practice – Peter Hough, Shahin Malik, Andrew Moran & Bruce Pilbeam – ROUTELEDGE –ISBN: 978-0-415-73435-6
• Global Insecurity, Future of global chaos and governance - Anthony Burke, Rita Parker, PALGRAVE - ISBN: 978-1-349-95144-4 / 978-1-349-95145-1(ebook) PDF version provided

Articles, video´s, reports: can be found in the textbook or via given internet links. Prior the lecture, cadets have to read those academic texts or visualize on-line video’s.

References (CS963 - Contemporary security issues)

• Belgian government agreement 2014 or 2019 if available •Belgian general policy note 2017 – Comprehensive approach
• Belgian general policy note 2019/20 – Foreign policy / Diplomacy – Economic Diplomacy – Development Cooperation
• Belgian general policy note – Defense policy
• Charter of the United Nations
• NATO 2010 Strategic concept
• European Global Strategy
• Belgian Defense Vision 2030
• Security studies 2nd edition(Ref Ult - when back @ the RMA)
• Contemporary Security studies (Ref Ult - when back @ the RMA)
• Global Insecurity, Future of global chaos and governance - Anthony Burke, Rita Parker, PALGRAVE - ISBN: 978-1-349-95144-4 / 978-1-349-95145-1(ebook) PDF version provided
• Articles and video´s: can be found in the textbook or via given links
• Additional Readings: additional information and readings will be posted on BelADL

Didactic means (CS963 - Contemporary security issues)

• Teach
• Educational conversation
• Class conversation
• Open task

The course consists of lectures, prepared by the reading of the students, dealing with the subjects of the handbook in a broad context and illustrated with relevant examples.
Students should be critical thinkers. They should be able to give an answer to the questions at the end of each chapter and try to come up with at least two personal questions for each lecture. To help the students to engage with the material and to encourage their critical thinking skills, students have to write a book review on one of the selected books.
For each lecture, students should also find a relevant academic paper dealing with the subject of the lecture. This literature should be summarized and kept in a reading log on BelADL. This should allow students to get a better understanding and link current events to the course material.