ROTC Training Events

Ranger Challenge is the most challenging, competitive, and esteemed program you can compete in while in ROTC. In fact, it is often referred to as the ROTC Varsity Sport. Only the best Cadets compete and earn a place on the Ranger Challenge Team, which go on to compete with other colleges and universities in events including:
-Army Physical Fitness Test
-Land Navigation
-Casualty Care Under Fire
-CBRN
-Weapons Maintenance
-One-Rope Bridge
-Sapper Challenge
-Grenade Assault Course
-Leadership Reaction Course
-Weapons Qualification
8-Mile Foot March

All Viking Battalion Cadets receive in-class training on the fundamentals of rappelling. Each individual will have the opportunity to practice the skills in the field. Unlike the type of rappelling that is typically done in the civilian world, Cadets do not use commercial harnesses, but fashion their own "swiss seat" out of triple strand braided 7/16'' diameter line.

The Cadets of the Viking Battalion participate in the Army Combat Water Survival Training (CWST).

• 50 Meter Swim
• 25 Meter Rifle Swim
• Equipment Ditch
• Water Treading
• 5 Meter Drop

This training is designed to ensure that cadets have the fundamental water survival skills necessary to lead soldiers and survive on the battlefield.

Twice a year, the Viking Battalion embarks on a Field Training Exercise. These three-day training exercises are designed to ensure Cadets learn the soldier skills that cannot be taught on campus.

Cadets are immersed in a tactical environment that include many skills taught in the classroom. The events include:

• Land Navigation
• Squad Tactical Exercises (STX Lanes)
• Patrolling