HEADQUARTERS

INFOTECH DEVELOPMENT SYSTEMS COLLEGES, INC.

IDSC ROTC UNIT
RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS
LIGAO CITY, ALBAY

ROTC OFFICER MANUAL

For aspiring leaders and officers
 TABLE OF CONTENTS

 INTRODUCTION AND ORIENTATION

- Proper Bearings
- Standard Operating Procedure
 GENERAL INFORMATION
 Cadet Honor Code
 Secrecy Code
 Golden Rule
 Military Discipline
 Do’s and Don’ts
 11 General Orders
 Leadership Principles
 Traits of a Leader
 Pledge of Loyalty
 Military Professionalism
 Humbleness Code
 Human Rights Code
 Military Leadership
 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF CORPS AND STAFF
 Corps/Battalion Commander (Cor/Bn CDR)
 Executive Officer (Ex-O)
 G-1/S-1/Adjutant
 G-2/S-2/Intelligence and Security Officer
 G-3/S-3/Training and Operations Officer
 G-4/S-4/Supply and Logistics Officer
 G-7/S-7/Documentation Officer

 TRAINING MANUAL
 Basic Commands
 Manual of Arms (Sword and Rifle)
 Army Dozen Exercise
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the unit our dear Aspiring ROTC Officers! This manual will introduce and orient
you to the ROTC program and guide you on your journey to becoming an ROTC Officer.

Aspiring ROTC Officer cadets and cadettes will have to undergo many challenges in order to
become a full pledged ROTC Officer. As a Cadet Officer, you are obliged to report on extra days for
extra trainings, athletics, duty assignments, and in case of emergency; unlike typical cadets who
are only required to report on said training days (Sundays).

As an aspirant, you will be called, treated, and expected to act as fourth-class cadet officers
(4CL). 4CL are mandated to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and to maintain proper
military bearing and professionalism at all times.

This manual will consist of the following contents: Proper Bearings, Standard Operating
Procedures (SOP), General Information (GI), Training Manuals, Duties and Responsibilities of the
Battalion Staff, and extra information.

PROPER BEARINGS

Military Bearing - is conducting oneself in a professional manner to bring credit upon oneself and
the Army at all times. It is the ability to project a commanding presence and confidence, uphold
standards, and doing the hard right over the easy wrong in both good and bad situations both on
and off duty. (Source: https://www.armyupress.army.mil/)

 Observe and maintain proper haircut

Male cadets – army cut
Female cadets – hair-bun with hairnet or boy cut
 Always wear your Type C attire on scheduled washdays (Wednesdays) or other events which require
casual attire.
 When in school uniform, males are expected to be in closed collar at all times. With their white shirt
tucked in.
 Always wear your cross-rifle.
 Tucked-in shoelaces
 No accessories allowed
 Be in complete uniform on training days and observe proper military professionalism.
BASIC STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
 Salute a senior officer upon greeting: salute is the highest form of military courtesy.
Salute should be rendered 6 steps away from the person you are greeting.
Salutes are rendered when:
- Morning, afternoon, and night
- Upon reporting to an officer
- Asking for permission (permission to talk, to enter the room, etc.)
 4CL cadet officers should observe side-stepping upon encountering a senior officer.
- This is also a way to show military courtesy to a senior officer.
 Senior officers are always on the right. (Refer to Golden Rule)
- When walking with a senior officer, always stay on his left side, as the right
side is a position of honor.
 Observe proper cadence while walking with a senior officer.
 Always ask for permission for everything you do.
- As a 4CL, this should be strictly observed, as you are to submit yourself to
military professionalism.
 4CL cadet officers should always observe double time.
- Observe double time inside the campus, in and out of training days.
- This is to develop stamina and endurance, and to refrain from
relaxing.
- Running is only applied in open fields and areas, not applicable
indoors or in covered areas.
 4CL cadet officers should always report on time and by batch.
` - This will develop punctuality and unity as one.
 4CL cadet officers should always report to HQ on their free time.
- This is to develop responsibility and give a sense of duty.
- While on HQ, cadets should clean and maintain the HQ.
 Always observe buddy system.
- strengthens bond and camaraderie with buddies.
 Always maintain proper bearings and maintain military professionalism. As a cadet officer,
you are expected to maintain proper bearings at all times, and to lead as an example. This
is to consistently practice self-discipline and responsibility.
 Always shine and wear your silver cross-rifle, and always shine your boots and belt.
 When talking to a senior officer, or when a senior officer is present: always remain at the
position of attention and talk to them in position of attention.
These are the basic standard operating procedures that 4CL cadet officers should observe strictly
and diligently. These are basic but fundamental practices to help break them from their civilian lives
and habits, and grow into a new and better version of themselves with military bearing and
professionalism. Senior officers will make sure that the 4CL will observe these procedures with or
without supervision.

ADVICE FROM THE SENIORS:

 As aspirants and 4CL cadet officers, it is important that you strictly follow these standard
operating procedures as it will help you develop not only as an ROTC officer, but also as a
human person.
 Each and every action of these procedures have their own valuable reasons and lessons. They
are not meant to burden you, but to help you become better.

NOTE:
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 GENERAL INFORMATION
CADET HONOR CODE

“We the cadets do not lie, cheat, steal, squeal, nor tolerate among us those who do.”

SECRECY CODE

“What you see, what you hear, what you feel, when you leave, leave it here.”

GOLDEN RULE
1. The commanding officer is always right.
2. If not, go back to rule #1

MILITARY DISCIPLINE
“Military Discipline is a state of order and obedience existing within a com-
mand.”
DO’S AND DON’TS
Do’s Don’ts
1. Always double time 1. No smoking
2. Always wear your cross rifle 2. No drinking liquor
3. Respect your senior officers 3. No squealing
4. Observe side steps 4. Avoid reasoning
5. Always keep yourself busy 5. No eye-contact
6. Know all your senior officers 6. No accessories
7. Always go in buddy system 7. No boyfriend/girlfriend

ACTIONS AND THEIR RATIONALE:

 Double time: to develop stamina and endurance, and to avoid being too relaxed.
 Cross rifle: It is part of your identity as an Aspiring ROTC Officer
 Side steps: sign of courtesy
 Buddy system: to develop and strengthen camaraderie with one another.

CROSS RIFLE
 11 GENERAL ORDERS
1. To take charge of this post and all government property in view.
2. To walk my post in a military manner, keeping always on the alert, and observing everything
that takes place within sight or hearing.
3. To report all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce.
4. To repeat all calls from posts more distant from the guard house than my own.
5. To quit my post only when properly relieved.
6. To receive, obey, and pass on to the sentry who relieves me all orders from the Commanding
Officer, Command Duty Officer, Officer of the Deck, and Officers and Petty Officers of the Watch
only.
7. To talk to no one except in the line of duty.
8. To give the alarm in case of fire or disorder.
9. To call the Officer of the Deck in any case not covered by instructions.
10. To salute all officers and colors and standards not cased. To be especially
watchful at night and during the time for challenging, to challenge all persons on or near my
post, and to allow no one to pass without proper authority.
11. To be especially watchful at night and during the time for challenging, to challenge all persons
on or near my post, and to allow no one to pass without proper authority.
It’s purpose is to enforce a policy or procedure unique to the unit's situation that is not otherwise
addressed in applicable service regulations, military law, or public law. A general order has the
force of law; it is an offense punishable by court martial or lesser military court to disobey one.

ADVICE FROM THE SENIORS:

 It is important to familiarize the General Information as you will need it and apply it for the rest of
your ROTC and military journey.
 LEADERSHIP

LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES
1. Know yourself and seek self-improvement.
2. Be technically and tactically proficient.
3. Know your subordinates and look out for their welfare.
4. Keep your subordinates informed.
5. Set the example.
6. Ensure the task is understood, supervised, and accomplished.
7. Train your subordinates as a team.
8. Make sound and timely decisions.
9. Develop a sense of responsibility among your subordinates.
10. Employ your command in accordance with its capabilities.
11. Seek responsibility and take responsibility for your actions.
14 LEADERSHIP TRAITS
 Bearing  Integrity
 Courage  Judgment
 Decisiveness  Justice
 Dependability  Knowledge
 Discipline  Loyalty
 Endurance  Tact
 Enthusiasm  Unselfishness

As an aspiring officer it is important that you learn how to become a good leader.
You will be responsible of handling a unit; looking out for the welfare of each and every individual.
PLEDGE OF LOYALTY
If you work for a man In heavens name,
work for him,
Speak well of him,
And stand by the institution that he represents.

Remember, an ounce of loyalty

Is worth a pound of cleverness.
If you must growl, condemn,
And eternally find fault,
Why?
resign your position.
But when you are on the outside,
Damn to your heart’s content.
But as long as you are a part of the institution, do not condemn it.
For if you do,
The first high wind that comes along
Will blow you away
And probably you will never know why.
MILITARY PROFESSIONALISM
Men who adopt the profession of arms
submit of their own free will
to a law of perpetual constraint.
Of their own accord,
they reject their right to live where they choose,
to say what they think,
to dress as they like.
From the moment they become soldiers,
It needs but an order to settle them in this place,
to move them to that,
to separate from their family and dislocate their normal lives.
In the word of command, they must rise, march, run, endure bad
weather,
go without sleep or food, be isolated in some distant post, work until
they drop.
They have ceased to be the master of their fate.
If they drop in their tracks,
if their ashes are scattered to the four winds,
that is all part and parcel of their job.
HUMBLENESS CODE
“We, the cadets do uphold and believe that humbleness to
superior is duty, to equal is courtesy, to inferior is nobleness
and all is security.”

HUMAN RIGHTS CODE

“We, the cadets do uphold and respect human rights,
denounce maltreatment as a practice of disorderliness,
encouraging positive leadership to promote high standard of
discipline and performance lead by example among our
brother cadets.”

MILITARY LEADERSHIP
“IT IS AN ART OF INFLUENCING AND DIRECTING MEN IN SUCH
A WAY SO AS TO OBTAIN THEIR RESPECT, TRUST, OBEDIENCE,
AND PROPER CONDUCT IN ACCOMPLISHING A UNIT MISSION”
 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE BATTALION STAFF

 CORPS COMMANDER/BATTALION COMMANDER – overall leader of the company,

everything that needs to be done must be sent through him for approval. He is chosen on many
qualities such as leadership, potential, scholastic, community service, and school support.
DUTIES:

 Setting the example for all cadets by high standards of integrity, professional knowledge, conduct and
courtesy, physical fitness, and personal appearance. Teach and practice character development and
good citizenship.
 Make on the spot corrections of violations.
 Maintains the discipline and takes initiative for insuring that the things are done right and timely.
 When assigned a period of instruction, plan ahead, prepare and conduct training of cadets with
enthusiasm and concern. Make the training interesting and productive.
 Make constant checks to see that the cadets are maintaining the uniforms and equipment properly.

 EXECUTIVE OFFICER – Assumes the responsibility of the commander during the latter’s
absence. Acts as the chief of staff of the coordinating staff of the corps/battalion.

 CORPS G-1/ADJUTANT – the Battalion Adjutant receives the report of the battalion formations
from the commanders, plans award ceremonies, prepares and publishes any necessary orders
for the operation of the battalion. The S-1 maintains the cadet records and personal files of every
cadet within the battalion.
DUTIES:
 Prepares all correspondence for the battalion.
 Publishes all orders pertaining to the battalion.
 Maintains and posts ROTC Cadets record cards.

 CORPS G-2/INTELLIGENCE AND SECURITY OFFICER – assists the commander and

instructor staff in matter pertaining to unit security and enforces provisions of the security
requirements for the battalion.
DUTIES:
 Keeps battalion informed of current events.
 Keeps bulletin board neat and current.
 Ensures the unit’s security.
 Gather intel from other units.
 CORPS G-3/TRAINING AND OPERATIONS OFFICER – assists the commander in the
preparation, conduct, and supervision of all training activities of the battalion. Additionally,
the S-3 keeps the commander advised on the progress of the training within the battalion.
DUTIES:
 Prepares and posts on bulletin board and files weekly training schedule.
 Maintains a record of all extra-curricular activities in which the battalion is involved.
 Conducts inspections and correct uniform violations when observed.
 Perform additional duties as directed by the battalion.
 Trains the unit in exercise, drills and ceremonies, and other related activities.

 CORPS G-4/SUPPLY AND LOGISTICS OFFICER – is responsible for the maintenance,

security, and record keeping. The S-4 coordinates the security of property with the S-2.
DUTIES:
 Responsible for the maintenance of the ROTC Headquarters.
 Assists in maintaining records.
 Inform the admin of shortages and availability of expendable supplies.
 Budgets all training activities of the battalion.

CORPS G-7 – DOCUMENTATION OFFICER – in charge of every special event that the unit
participates in or creates. Is also responsible for the beautification of the headquarters and in the
of every activity that the unit participates in.
DUTIES:
 Plan and coordinate special projects as outlined by the battalion commander or the instructor staff.
 Maintain records on all activities and coordination as they pertain to each project.
 Keep the battalion commander and instructor staff informed as to the progress or any problems
encountered with the projects.
 Maintain a scrapbook of all ROTC activities and records of the battalion history as it occurs.
 TRAINING MANUAL
BASIC COMMANDS
A. Katayuan sa pagtindig (Position of Attention)
- Humanda (Attention)
- Humanay (Fall in line)
- Masinsing pagitan, Humanay (At close interval, fall in line)
- Magtipon (Assemble)
- Manumbalilk (As you were)
B. Katayuan sa pahinga nakahinto (Rest at Halt)
- Tikas Pahinga (Parade Rest)
- Tindig Paluwag (Stand at Ease)
- Paluwag (at Ease)
- Pahinga (Rest)
- Tiwalag (Fall out)
- Lumansag (Dismissed)
C. Pagharap kung nakahinto (Facing at the Halt)
- Harap sa Kanan, Rap (Right Face)
- Harap sa Kaliwa, Rap (Left Face)
- Harap sa Likdod, Rap (About Face)
- Harap Hating-kaliwa, Rap (Left Half Face)
- Harap Hating-Kanan, Rap (Right Half Face)
D. Pagpugay (Salute)
- Pugay kamay, Na (Hand Salute)
- Tingin sa Kanan, Na (Eyes Right)
E. Hakbang at Lakad (Steps and Marching)
- Bilang Hakbang, Na (Count Cadence Count)
- Pasulong, Kad (Forward March) - Layang Hakbang, Kad (Rout Step March)
- Tilap/Palutong, Hinto (Squad/Platoon Halt) - Paluwag, Kad (at Ease March)
- Patakda, Kad (Mark Time March) - Liko sa Kanan/Kaliwa, Kad (Column Right/Left
- Hating Hakbang, Kad (Half Step March) March)
- Takbong-Hakbang, Kad (Double Time March) - Pagawing Kanan/Kaliwa, Kad (Incline to the
- Sigalng-Hakbang, Kad (Quick Time March) Right/Left)
- Hakbang Pakanan, Kad (Right/Left Step March) - Kanang/Kaliwang Panig, Kad (Right Left
10. Paurong, Kad (Backward March) Oblique March)
11. Pabalik, Kad (Roar March) - Sa Lunan, Hinto (In Place Halt)
- Paulit-Hakbang, Kad (Change Step March) - Patuloy, Kad (Resume March)

Some commands consist of two parts: the preparatory command, and the
command of execution. Example: Harap sa Kanan (PC), Na (COE)
MANUAL OF ARMS (Commands with sword and/or rifle)
BASIC RIFLE DRILLS
- Kanang Balikat, Ta! (Right Shoulder Arms)
- Kaliwang Balikat, Ta! (Left Shoulder Arms)
- Agap, Ta! (Port Arms)
- Siyasat, Ta! (Inspection Arms)
- Tanghal, Ta! (Present Arms)
- Baba, Ta! (Order Arms)

BASIC SWORD DRILLS

- Handa dala, Kalis! (Carry Sword)
- Antabay, Bunot, Kalis! (Draw Sword)
- Antabay, Salong, Kalis!

ARMY DOZEN EXERCISE

Warm-Up Exercises

- Stork Walk
- Bobber
- Back Field Crouch

Army Dozen Proper

1. High Jumper
2. Squat Bender
3. Squat Thrusts
4. Bend and Reach
5. 4 counts push ups
6. Knee Bender
7. Trunk Twister
8. Turn and Bounce
9. 8 counts push ups
10. Side Bender
11. Mountain Climbing
12. Bottoms Up.