Department of Applied Military Science

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The Department of Applied Military Science (AMS) in Kingston, Ontario is part of the Royal Military College of Canada (RMC). It exists to support the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) by developing Officers and Warrant Officers  to be key players in the capability development process. To meet its mandate, AMS offers two programs, the Army Technical Staff Officer (ATSO) and the Army Technical Warrant Officer (ATWO) programs.

Both programs have rigorous academic and practical military components that focus on producing Officers and Warrant Officers that are ready to conduct all aspects of the capability development process through a broad base of knowledge in science, technology, and management.

The increasing sophistication and complexity of military operations make it necessary to have skilled commanders and staff that can effectively use, maintain, and influence the acquisition of the right defence resources. The department provides these advanced skills and refers to the process as giving Officers and Warrant Officers “the AMS Advantage”.

AMS students learn the skills and knowledge needed by tomorrow’s leaders today. Our graduates understand the impact and benefits of new capabilities on doctrine and operational concepts, allowing them to play a key role in developing the CAF of tomorrow.

If you are interested in playing a key role in building the future CAF  talk to your career manager or contact AMS at rmcamssma@forces.gc.ca.

understand and use defence technology

Understand and use defense technology

Artillerie

Students conduct interesting and relevant research

Demonstration UAS

Students learn about emerging and disruptive technology.

Directed Energy

Capt James Heuckendorff (ENGR) learns about a new allied Counter Uncrewed Aerial System (C-UAS) directed energy weapon at Camp ADAZI, Latvia. Photo credit : Task Force Latvia Image Technician ​

Students in Civ Eng Lab

Students apply their knowledge of physics to learn about material properties.

Leopard Hull

Field study trips help students apply their classroom knowledge and prepare them for capability development employment after graduation.

Student guiding UGV V2

Capt Jake Herrmann guides a UGV using hand signals at DRDC Suffield. Photo: Capt Alan Li, AMS student

Spanish Vehicle Optics

WO Berkowski learns about Allied systems during a field study trip to Latvia. Photo credit : Task Force Latvia Image Technician

 

AMS Symposium AY 23-24

AMS produces graduates for the Canadian Army and other CAF stakeholders with the technical knowledge, project management expertise, analytical thinking and communication skills to support all stages of the capability development cycle. AMS graduates are leaders who give back to the institution by helping develop the Army and CAF of tomorrow.

 

 

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