Faculty of Business

Employee & Labour Relations

2023-24 Academic Year

Program Title Ministry Title Major Year Semester
BUS-Human Resources Management -- HURM 1 2
BUS-Human Resources Management -- HRFL 1 2
(weekend)

Course Code: LAWW 1206 Course Equiv. Code(s): LABR 5202, LABR 5252,
LABR 5282
Course Hours: 48 Course GPA Weighting: 4
Prerequisite: N/A
Corequisite: N/A
Laptop Course: Yes X No
Delivery Mode(s): In class Online Hybrid X Flexible HyFlex

Remote proctoring required Yes No X

Authorized by (Dean or Director): Kevin Baker Date: June 2023

Prepared by
First Name Last Name Email
Corey Gill [email protected]

Course Description:
This course is designed to provide the human resources management student with a full working knowledge of
employee relations and labour relations. It emphasizes four major phases of labour relations - the desires of
dissatisfied workers to seek union representation, the union organizing campaign, collective bargaining, and contract
administration. The student will also examine key employee relations activities in non-union work settings including -
fair and equitable employment policies and procedures, clear and continuous employee communication and feedback,
and processes for minimizing conflict and creating dispute resolution mechanisms. These areas will be explored in the
context of existing labour relations and employee relations models and respective historical trends. Lectures, videos,
case studies, and simulations will assist the student in developing professional awareness and orientation to the

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subject. Successful completion of this course, with a minimum final grade of 65%, will qualify as an approved credit
towards the academic component of the Certified Human Resources Professional designation (CHRP), or Certified
Human Resources Leader designation (CHRL), designations granted by the Human Resources Professionals
Association (HRPA). Please visit www.hrpa.ca for full details.

Campus Closure Notice

In the event of a campus closure during which time classes cannot be conducted or attended in person, course
delivery will be conducted remotely where possible. Should teaching and learning resume on campus, students may
be organized into smaller groups for classroom delivery, in accordance with directions from public health authorities.
In either situation, the learning plan sequence and/or evaluation methods may be adjusted to address topics requiring
hands-on, practical learning activities.

Subject Eligibility for Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition

(PLAR):
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) is a process a student can use to gain college credit(s) for
learning and skills acquired through previous life and work experiences. Candidates who successfully meet the
course learning outcomes of a specific course may be granted credit based on the successful assessment of their
prior learning. The type of assessment method (s) used will be determined by subject matter experts. Grades
received for the PLAR challenge will be included in the calculation of a student’s grade point average.

The PLAR application process is outlined in http://www.durhamcollege.ca/plar. Full-time and part-time students must
adhere to all deadline dates. Please email: [email protected] for details.
PLAR Eligibility

Yes X No

PLAR Assessment (if eligible):

Assignment
X Exam
Portfolio
Other

A comprehensive final exam, equivalent to that presented to a full time student completing the course, is used to
determine the PLAR candidate's command of stated learning outcomes.

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Course Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes contribute to the achievement of Program Learning Outcomes for courses that lead to a
credential (e.g. diploma). A complete list of Vocational/Program Learning Outcomes and Essential Employability
Skill Outcomes are located in each Program Guide.
Course Specific Learning Outcomes (CLO) Essential Employability Skill Outcomes (ESSO)

Student receiving a credit for this course will have This course will contribute to the achievement of
reliably demonstrated their ability to: the following Essential Employability Skills:

CLO1 Interpret the influences of broad economic, X EES 1. Communicate clearly, concisely and
societal, technological and demographic correctly in the written, spoken, and visual form
trends that have an impact on managing a that fulfills the purpose and meets the needs of
unionized or non-unionized workplace. the audience.
CLO2 Identify key persons, groups and events in X EES 2. Respond to written, spoken, or visual
the history of Canada and the United States messages in a manner that ensures effective
that have relevance in contemporary work communication.
settings.
EES 3. Execute mathematical operations
CLO3 Propose actions to others that are in keeping accurately.
with employment and labour laws as well as
collective agreements. Interpret certain X EES 4. Apply a systematic approach to solve
provisions of the Ontario Labour Relations problems.
Act (OLRA).
EES 5. Use a variety of thinking skills to
CLO4 Explain the process of union certification anticipate and solve problems.
from both legal and behavioural viewpoints.
X EES 6. Locate, select, organize, and document
CLO5 Formulate alternative labour relations and information using appropriate technology and
employee relations strategies to achieve information systems.
business and union objectives.
X EES 7. Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant
CLO6 Outline conflict resolution options in information from a variety of sources.
bargaining including conciliation, mediation,
X EES 8. Show respect for the diverse opinions,
interest arbitration and mutual-gains
values, belief systems, and contribution of
bargaining.
others.
CLO7 Develop required actions to take when
X EES 9. Interact with others in groups or teams
interpreting, applying and administering
in ways that contribute to effective working
collective agreements. Propose steps to be
relationships and the achievement of goals.
taken by management to resolve union
grievances and employee complaints. X EES 10. Manage the use of time and other
resources to complete projects.
CLO8 Design workplace policies dealing with
discipline that reflect key concepts in labour X EES 11. Take responsibility for one's own
and employee relations. actions, decisions, and consequences.

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Evaluation Criteria:
The Course Learning Outcomes and Essential Employability Skills Outcomes are evaluated by the following evaluation
criterion.

Evaluation Description Course Learning Outcomes EESOs Weighting

Quiz: Chapter M/C Tests CLO1, CLO2, CLO3, CLO4 EES1, EES2, EES3, 20
EES4, EES5, EES6,
EES7, EES8, EES9,
EES10, EES11

Assignment: Individual CLO1, CLO2 EES1, EES2, EES7, 10

Assignment EES10, EES11

Assignment: Individual CLO1, CLO2, CLO3, CLO4 EES1, EES2, EES4, 10

Assignment EES6, EES7, EES8,
EES9

Case Study: Case Study CLO3, CLO4, CLO5, CLO6, CLO7 EES1, EES2, EES4, 10
Analysis EES5, EES8, EES9,
EES10, EES11

Test: Mid-Term Evaluation: CLO4, CLO5, CLO6, CLO7, CLO8 EES1, EES2, EES4, 15
Short Answer EES5, EES6, EES7,
EES8, EES9, EES10,
EES11

Simulation: Group Bargaining CLO3, CLO5, CLO6, CLO7, CLO8 EES1, EES2, EES4, 30
Simulation EES11

In Process: In-Class CLO3, CLO5, CLO6, CLO7, CLO8 EES1, EES2, EES3, 5
Simulation Reflection EES4, EES5, EES6,
EES7, EES8, EES9,
EES10, EES11

Total 100%

Notes:

1. All evaluations are listed as part of the course outline. Additional assignments will not be created for students to
increase their grades during or after the course is complete.
2. Students must speak to their professor in advance regarding any challenges (regarding assignments, projects,
technology, etc.). Challenges presented after an evaluative component is due cannot be accommodated.
3. Professors may direct students to submit assignments in electronic format. In fact, submission to DC Connect
is the preferred method of submission for most assignments. It is the student's sole responsibility to ensure that
any assignments submitted electronically are in the right location, in an acceptable file format that can be
opened and read by the professor, and that the correct file is chosen for submission. If, after submitting the file,
the student recognizes that an error has been made, any subsequent submissions to correct the error will be
subject to the usual grade deduction for late assignments. It is not the professor's responsibility to notify the
student that the file is incorrect and any submission errors that are not identified and corrected by the student
will receive a grade of zero. It is highly recommended that the student close and reopen a file prior to submission
to ensure it will open correctly. If there is any doubt about acceptable file formats, it is up to the student to
check with the section professor prior to the submission deadline.
4. To reflect the fact that lateness is unacceptable in the workplace, the penalty for late assignments/projects will
be a 20% deduction per calendar day.
5. All assignments will be marked and returned to the students within 10 business days of the due date. Students
will be notified by the professor in situations where this may not be possible.
6. Any evaluative component worth 5% or less of a student's final grade will not be accepted late. If they are not
completed/submitted by the due date a grade of zero will be applied.
7. Once evaluative coursework has been graded by faculty and the marks entered into DC Connect, students may

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 not resubmit the work for additional feedback or grades. A student who wishes to appeal a grade has 5 business
days to speak to the faculty member from the date the grade is released on DC Connect or MyDC. The faculty
member will review the concern outlined by the student and will explore ways to resolve the concern. For more
information, see Policy ACAD 111 Grade Appeals.
8. No make-up tests or assignments will be provided.
9. Spelling, grammatical and composition errors in any submitted assignment may result in deductions.
10. All tests are to be written at scheduled times set by the professor.
11. Students must contact the professor within 24 hours if unable to write a scheduled test. A failure to comply will
result in a mark of zero. E-mail messages are an acceptable form of contact if you are unable to speak with the
professor.
12. Given compliance with the above, the student may be permitted to have the test rescheduled as determined by
the professor and following Durham College's Test Centre's protocol.
13. If one test has already been missed, any subsequently missed test will be assigned a mark of zero.
14. In Process Assignments occur in class and will only be given once. They cannot be made up or supplemented.
Any missed in-process assignments will be assigned a mark of "0". There are no exceptions.
15. In Process Peer Collaboration: Students are expected to actively participate with their peers in learning activities
throughout the semester. Some of these may be for in class grades. These activities provide students with
opportunities for written/verbal feedback from their peers, professor, and others on the application of learned
course material. Lack of active participation, engagement or full attendance during the scheduled class will
result in a grade of zero.
16. The project is a group project - no individual assignments will be accepted. Individual grades, however, may be
adjusted based on individual contributions and not all team members will necessarily receive the same grade.
Students are expected to keep copies of their work as evidence of their contributions.
17. Academic Honesty: All group members together are responsible for the academic integrity of any group
submissions. Any incident of academic dishonesty will be dealt with according to Durham College's Academic
Integrity Policy and Procedure. It is critical for ALL members to review and approve the finished product in
advance of its due date.
18. All research/work must be fully acknowledged and cited as outlined in the APA (American Psychological
Association current edition) Handbook which can be found at the DC-UOIT library or on the library website.
Failure to properly acknowledge research sources will be considered plagiarism and may result in a zero grade
for the submission.

Required Text(s) and Supplies:

1. Labour Relations, 6e, eTextbook
Suffield & Gannon

ISBN: 9780137682447

Recommended Resources (purchase is optional):

N/A

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Policies and Expectations for the Learning Environment:
General Policies and Expectations:

General College policies related to General policies related to

+ Acceptable Use of Information Technology + attendance

+ Academic Policies + absence related to tests or assignment due

dates
+ Academic Integrity + excused absences

+ Standards for Student Conduct for all Learning + writing tests and assignments
Environments can be found at
https://durhamcollege.ca/wp- + classroom management can be found in the
content/uploads/Standards-of-Student-Conduct- Program Guide (full time programs only) in
for-all-Learning-Environments.pdf MyDC https://durhamcollege.ca/mydc/
+ Information about academic policies and
procedures can be found on-line at
https://durhamcollege.ca/about/governance/polici
es

All students at Durham College have the responsibility to familiarize themselves with and abide by the
college’s Academic Integrity Policy. Students are expected to complete and submit their own work in an
honest manner, in accordance with the policy. Durham College has zero tolerance for breaches of
academic integrity. All suspected breaches of academic integrity will be investigated and documented
following procedures outlined in the policy, and should a breach be confirmed, appropriate penalties will be
levied. Breaches of academic integrity refer to a variety of practices including, but not limited to:

• copying another person’s work;

• using unauthorized materials or resources during an evaluation;
• obtaining unauthorized copies of evaluations in advance;
• collaborating without permission;
• colluding or providing unauthorized assistance;
• falsifying academic documents or records;
• misrepresenting academic credentials;
• buying, selling, stealing, soliciting, exchanging or transacting materials or information for the purpose of
academic gain;
• bribing or attempting to bribe personnel;
• impersonation;
• submitting the same work in more than one course without authorization;
• improper use of computer technology and the internet;
• depriving others of academic resources;
• misrepresenting reasons for special consideration of academic work;
• plagiarizing or failing to acknowledge ideas, data, graphics or other content without proper and full
acknowledgement;
• any unauthorized use of generative or other artificial intelligence.

If you have questions or concerns about what constitutes appropriate academic conduct or research and
citation methods, and what your responsibilities are towards academic integrity, please visit the Academic
Integrity website on MyDC, reach out to Student Academic Learning Services (SALS), or speak with your
professor or Student Advisor.

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Course Specific Policies and Expectations:

General

This course requires co-ordination and collaboration with classmates.

Classes are designed to illustrate and add to the textbook material. Students are expected to have read the material
carefully before class.
Students are encouraged to set up a "Buddy System" in which a student in the class will collect supplementary
material in the other student's absence. It is the student's responsibility to catch up on any material missed due to
absence.
This course specifically endorses and will use where appropriate Campus Conflict Resolution Services (CCRS). For
details regarding the policy for CCRS, please refer to the Durham College CCRS website.

Communication with Faculty:

Students with any questions, concerns or issues about this course are to email the professor to arrange a mutually
convenient meeting time. All email communication between students and faculty must be through DC mail. Faculty
response to emails is within 24-48 hours during regular business days/hours.
Students who require additional help should request an appointment with the professor via email as break time and
before/after class is not always conducive to effective communication. Students with documented Access Plans are
encouraged to meet with the course faculty to develop a plan for success.
Any missed content is the responsibility of the student. It is expected that students review DC Connect for posted
materials, content, and any announcements on a daily basis. Students may also connect with peers to determine what
was missed and any expectations reviewed in class.

Required Resources

This course requires a laptop (Personal Computer) with a working microphone (headset recommended) and webcam. A
Mac is not recommended. Students who choose a Mac may need to purchase additional software to complete
assessments and class exercises at their own cost. It is imperative that students meet these requirements as some
course evaluative components require the use of webcam/video.
Faculty are careful to select required resources that are essential for learning, and students are strongly encouraged to
arrange for access to those resources within the first week of classes. Students who do not have timely access to
required resources are placing their learning and their grades in jeopardy.
Some publisher resources may be attached to course evaluative components. Students are responsible for acquiring
these materials to access these components.
Students who choose not to purchase the required course material and/or text(s) run the risk of completing
assignments improperly. This impediment will not be taken into consideration when the instructor is grading submitted
work.

Attendance, Punctuality & Visibility

Attendance and Course Work: Students are expected to attend class on time and are responsible for any material
covered, announcements or any assignments given for classes missed. Attendance for scheduled guest speakers is
mandatory. Lectures, group discussions and in class activities will make a profound impact on the analysis, synthesis
and application of intended learning in the development and completion of assignments. Any missed content is the
responsibility of the student. It is expected that you review DC Connect for posted materials, content, and any
additional announcements. You can also connect with your peers to determine what was missed and any expectations
reviewed in class.
Punctuality: To mirror workplace expectations and to minimize disruption to classroom activities, faculty in the Human
Resources program expect students to be punctual. Professors will outline their expectations in the first class of the
semester. Students who demonstrate an inability to plan for punctuality will be asked to join the class at a break
rather than interrupting the class once it is underway.
Remote Delivery: Students enrolled in a synchronous, online course, are expected to be visible on camera.

Professionalism

Students are expected to behave in a professional manner in the classroom and online environment. Students'
behaviours must comply with Durham College's Student Code of Conduct and professional practices expected in any
workplace.
In keeping with professional standards, students are expected to check in daily on DC Connect, DC Mail and other
platforms outlined by your Professor. To support learning in different environments, students must have access to a
webcam and the ability to upload files to DC Connect or other platforms.
In order to maintain the quality of learning in the classroom and respect the rights of your classmates, conversations
are to stop when class begins and while the professor is speaking. Disruptive behaviour of any kind during classes will
not be tolerated and the student will be asked to leave the class.
Students must recognize that their behaviours not only represent themselves but are also a reflection on the Human

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Resources program, and have an impact on the image of the College. Behaviours that are considered a breach of the
Student Code of Conduct will be dealt with according to the Student Code of Conduct Policy and Procedure. For more
information, see Policy ADMIN 248 Student Conduct.

General Course Outline Notes:

1. Students should use the course outline as a learning tool to guide their achievement of the learning
outcomes for this course. Specific questions should be directed to their individual professor.
2. The college considers the electronic communication methods (i.e. DC Mail or DC Connect) as the primary
channel of communication. Students should check the sources regularly for current course information.
3. Professors are responsible for following this outline and facilitating the learning as detailed in this outline.

4. Course outlines should be retained for future needs (i.e. university credits, transfer of credits etc.)

5. A full description of the Academic Appeals Process can be found at

https://durhamcollege.ca/about/governance/policies/academic-policies .
6. Faculty are committed to ensuring accessible learning for all students. Students who would like
assistance with academic access and accommodations in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights
Code should register with the Access and Support Centre (ASC). ASC is located in room SW116,
Oshawa Campus and in room 180 at the Whitby Campus. Contact ASC at 905-721-3123 for more
information.
7. Durham College is committed to the fundamental values of preserving academic integrity. Durham College
and faculty members reserve the right to use electronic means to detect and help prevent plagiarism.
Students agree that by taking this course all assignments could be subject to submission either by
themselves or by the faculty member for a review of textual similarity to Turnitin.com. Further information
about Turnitin can be found on the Turnitin.com Web site.

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 Learning Plan
The Learning Plan is a planning guideline. Actual delivery of content may vary with circumstances.

Students will be notified in writing of changes that involve the addition or deletion of learning outcomes or
evaluations, prior to changes being implemented, as specified in the Course Outline Policy and Procedure at
Durham College.

Week/ Hours: 2 Delivery: Online

Module
Course Learning Outcomes
1
CLO1

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: EES1 Practiced: EES1

Intended Learning Objectives/Topics

Introduction

Review course outline and discuss policies, procedures, expectations and evaluation processes.

Industrial vs. Employee vs. Labour Relations

Discuss the labour relations process.

Describe key differences between union and non-union workplaces.
Compare roles of HR professional in union and non-union settings.
Outline the implications of union history for labour relations.
Identify key persons, groups and events in the history of the union movement.
Examine the four perspectives of the labour relations framework.

Intended Learning Activities

Read the assigned chapter and complete the online material provided.
Review weekly material provided in DC Connect, including all links, videos, and additional readings.

Resources and References

Chapter 2
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation

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Week/ Hours: 2 Delivery: In Class
Module
Course Learning Outcomes
1
CLO1

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: EES1, EES8 Practiced: EES1, EES8

Intended Learning Objectives/Topics

Introduction

Review course outline and discuss policies, procedures, expectations and evaluation processes.

Industrial vs. Employee vs. Labour Relations

Discuss the labour relations process.

Describe key differences between union and non-union workplaces.
Compare roles of HR professional in union and non-union settings.
Outline the implications of union history for labour relations.
Identify key persons, groups and events in the history of the union movement.
Examine the four perspectives of the labour relations framework.

Intended Learning Activities

Review the assigned chapter and online material.

Resources and References

Chapter 2
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation

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Week/ Hours: 2 Delivery: Online
Module
Course Learning Outcomes
2
CLO1, CLO5

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: EES1, EES2, EES6, EES7 Practiced: EES1, EES2, EES6, EES7

Intended Learning Objectives/Topics

The Environment:

Distinguish HRM challenges at 3 levels

Discuss possible effects of the economy on union and employer objectives
Discuss legal framework in CanadaExplain society's role in assuring workplace protections to
employees
Distinguish areas of the Canadian legal framework dealing the constitutional, contract and common
law principles
Describe legislation with respect to human rights, employment equity, pay equity, and health & safety

Governments and Labour Relation Boards:

Discuss Government Objectives and Strategies

Explain the composition, roles and importance of Labour Relations Boards
Identify the roles of Other Parties in the Labour Relations process

Intended Learning Activities

Read the assigned chapters and complete the online material provided.
Review weekly material provided in DC Connect, including all links, videos, and additional readings.

Resources and References

Chapters 3 & 5
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation Weighting
Quiz: Chapter M/C Tests 2

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Week/ Hours: 2 Delivery: In Class
Module
Course Learning Outcomes
2
CLO1, CLO5

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: EES1, EES2, EES6, EES7 Practiced: EES1, EES2, EES6, EES7,
EES8
Intended Learning Objectives/Topics
The Environment:

Distinguish HRM challenges at 3 levels

Discuss possible effects of the economy on union and employer objectives
Discuss legal framework in CanadaExplain society's role in assuring workplace protections to
employees
Distinguish areas of the Canadian legal framework dealing the constitutional, contract and common
law principles
Describe legislation with respect to human rights, employment equity, pay equity, and health & safety

Governments and Labour Relation Boards:

Discuss Government Objectives and Strategies

Explain the composition, roles and importance of Labour Relations Boards
Identify the roles of Other Parties in the Labour Relations process

Intended Learning Activities

Review the assigned chapters and online material.

Resources and References

Chapters 3 & 5
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation Weighting
Assignment: Individual Assignment 10

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Week/ Hours: 2 Delivery: Online
Module
Course Learning Outcomes
3
CLO2, CLO3

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: EES1, EES2 Practiced: EES1, EES2

Intended Learning Objectives/Topics

Union Objectives, Processes, and Strategies:

Review unionization trends in Canada Distinguish among union structures, functions, and
responsibilities within the work setting and external to it
Examine union objectives within the workfoce and community
Review union structures and affiliations

Employers: Objectives, processes and strategy

Examine objectives for private sector and public sector employers

Explore employer labour relations strategies & influencing factors (e.g. the economy and technology)
and resulting strategic choices, in particular regarding the Canadian experience
Discuss high performance work structures and employee involvement

Intended Learning Activities

Read the assigned chapters and complete the online activities provided.
Review weekly material provided in DC Connect, including all links, videos, and additional readings.

Resources and References

Chapters 4 & 1
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation Weighting
Quiz: Chapter M/C Tests 4

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Week/ Hours: 2 Delivery: In Class
Module
Course Learning Outcomes
3
CLO3

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: EES1, EES2, EES6, EES7, Practiced: EES1, EES2, EES6, EES7,
EES8, EES9 EES8, EES9
Intended Learning Objectives/Topics
Union Objectives, Processes, and Strategies:

Review unionization trends in Canada Distinguish among union structures, functions, and
responsibilities within the work setting and external to it
Examine union objectives within the workfoce and community
Review union structures and affiliations

Employers: Objectives, processes and strategy

Examine objectives for private sector and public sector employers

Explore employer labour relations strategies & influencing factors (e.g. the economy and technology)
and resulting strategic choices, in particular regarding the Canadian experience
Discuss high performance work structures and employee involvement

Intended Learning Activities

Review the assigned chapters and online material.

Resources and References

Chapters 4 & 1
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation

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Week/ Hours: 2 Delivery: Online
Module
Course Learning Outcomes
4
CLO3, CLO4, CLO5

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: EES1, EES2, EES5, EES6, Practiced: EES1, EES2, EES5, EES6,
EES7, EES8, EES9, EES10, EES7, EES8, EES9, EES10,
EES11 EES11
Intended Learning Objectives/Topics
Union Organizing Drive & Certification:

Explain why workers may, or may not, join a union

Outline how a union could obtain bargaining rights
Explain the process of union certification from both a legal and behavioural point of view
Describe how staff associations differ from certified union organizations
Explain the union decertification process

Unfair Labour Practices:

Describe permitted and prohibited actions by the employer and a union

Propose actions to others that are in keeping with employment and labour laws as well as collective
agreements

Intended Learning Activities

Read the assigned chapter and complete the online activities provided.
Review weekly material provided in DC Connect, including all links, videos, and additional readings.

Resources and References

Chapter 6
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation Weighting
Quiz: Chapter M/C Tests 4

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Week/ Hours: 2 Delivery: In Class
Module
Course Learning Outcomes
4
CLO3, CLO4, CLO5

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: EES1, EES2, EES5, EES6, Practiced: EES1, EES2, EES5, EES6,
EES7, EES8, EES9, EES10, EES7, EES8, EES9, EES10,
EES11 EES11
Intended Learning Objectives/Topics
Union Organizing Drive & Certification:

Explain why workers may, or may not, join a union

Outline how a union could obtain bargaining rights
Explain the process of union certification from both a legal and behavioural point of view
Describe how staff associations differ from certified union organizations
Explain the union decertification process

Unfair Labour Practices:

Describe permitted and prohibited actions by the employer and a union

Propose actions to others that are in keeping with employment and labour laws as well as collective
agreements

Intended Learning Activities

Review the assigned chapter and online material.

Resources and References

Chapter 6
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation Weighting
Assignment: Individual Assignment 10

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Week/ Hours: 2 Delivery: Online
Module
Course Learning Outcomes
5
CLO4

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: EES1, EES2 Practiced: EES1, EES2

Intended Learning Objectives/Topics

Collective Agreements.

Explain the nature of a collective agreement v. individual contract of employment.

Identify the content and organization of union contracts.
Identify the union security provisions typically contained in a Collective Agreement.
Contract Language preferences. Review various articles in a collective agreement.

Contract Negotiations

Distinguish among forms of bargaining structures.

Outline four "sub-processes" in contract negotiations.
Compare management and union participants in collective bargaining with special emphasis on roles
performed by HRM staff.
Illustrate the concept of a "bargaining zone."

Intended Learning Activities

Read the assigned chapters and complete the online activities provided.
Review weekly material provided in DC Connect, including all links, videos, and additional readings.

Resources and References

Chapters 7 & 8
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation Weighting
Quiz: Chapter M/C Tests 2

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Week/ Hours: 2 Delivery: In Class
Module
Course Learning Outcomes
5
CLO3, CLO4

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: EES1, EES2, EES6, EES7, Practiced: EES1, EES2, EES6, EES7,
EES8, EES9, EES10 EES8, EES9, EES10
Intended Learning Objectives/Topics
Collective Agreements.

Explain the nature of a collective agreement v. individual contract of employment.

Identify the content and organization of union contracts.
Identify the union security provisions typically contained in a Collective Agreement.
Contract Language preferences. Review various articles in a collective agreement.

Contract Negotiations

Distinguish among forms of bargaining structures.

Outline four "sub-processes" in contract negotiations.
Compare management and union participants in collective bargaining with special emphasis on roles
performed by HRM staff.
Illustrate the concept of a "bargaining zone."

Intended Learning Activities

Review the assigned chapters and online material.

Resources and References

Chapters 7 & 8
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation

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Module
Course Learning Outcomes
6
CLO8

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: EES1, EES2 Practiced: EES1, EES2

Intended Learning Objectives/Topics

Review Compensation Concepts
Prepare for in-class evaluation.

Intended Learning Activities

Ensure all assigned chapters are read and all online activities have been completed.
Review weekly material provided in DC Connect, including all links, videos, and additional readings.

Resources and References

Chapters 1 through 8
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation

Week/ Hours: 2 Delivery: In Class

Module
Course Learning Outcomes
6
CLO1, CLO2, CLO3, CLO4, CLO5

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: EES1, EES2, EES5, EES8, Practiced: EES1, EES2, EES5, EES8,
EES9, EES10, EES11 EES9, EES10, EES11
Intended Learning Objectives/Topics
Mid-Term Evaluation
Chapters 1- 8

Intended Learning Activities

Mid-Term Evaluation

Resources and References

Chapters 1 through 8
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation Weighting
Test: Mid-Term Evaluation: Short Answer 15

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Module
Course Learning Outcomes
7
CLO5, CLO6, CLO7, CLO8

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: Practiced:

Intended Learning Objectives/Topics

Contract Disputes & Resolution:

Measures in Bargaining
Strikes and lockouts
Outline conflict resolution options in bargaining including conciliation, mediation, interest arbitration
Identify the functions as well as any pre-requisites for strikes and lockouts
Describe key factors affecting strike and lockout strategies

Intended Learning Activities

Read the assigned chapter and complete the online activities provided.
Review weekly material provided in DC Connect, including all links, videos, and additional readings.

Resources and References

Chapter 9
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation Weighting
Quiz: Chapter M/C Tests 2

Week/ Hours: 2 Delivery: In Class

Module
Course Learning Outcomes
7
CLO5, CLO6, CLO7, CLO8

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: Practiced:

Intended Learning Objectives/Topics

Contract Disputes & Resolution:

Measures in Bargaining
Strikes and lockouts
Outline conflict resolution options in bargaining including conciliation, mediation, interest arbitration
Identify the functions as well as any pre-requisites for strikes and lockouts
Describe key factors affecting strike and lockout strategies

Intended Learning Activities

Review the assigned chapter and online material.

Resources and References

Chapter 9
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation Weighting
Case Study: Case Study Analysis 10

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Module
Course Learning Outcomes
8
CLO6, CLO7, CLO8

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: Practiced:

Intended Learning Objectives/Topics

Administration of the Collective Agreement:

Interpret key clauses in a collective agreement related to the concepts of management rights, union
security and seniority
Describe disciplinary measures available to the employer in both union and non-union settings
Apply Discipline in compliance with the collective agreement and the law
Design workplace policies dealing with discipline that reflect key concepts in labour and employee
relations

Intended Learning Activities

Read the assigned chapter and complete the online activities provided.
Review weekly material provided in DC Connect, including all links, videos, and additional readings.

Resources and References

Chapter 10
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation Weighting
Quiz: Chapter M/C Tests 2

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Module
Course Learning Outcomes
8
CLO6, CLO7, CLO8

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: Practiced:

Intended Learning Objectives/Topics

Administration of the Collective Agreement:

Interpret key clauses in a collective agreement related to the concepts of management rights, union
security and seniority
Describe disciplinary measures available to the employer in both union and non-union settings
Apply Discipline in compliance with the collective agreement and the law
Design workplace policies dealing with discipline that reflect key concepts in labour and employee
relations

Intended Learning Activities

Review the assigned chapter and online material.
Guest Speaker.
Introduction to Bargaining Simulation

Resources and References

Chapter 10
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation

Week/ Hours: 2 Delivery: Online

Module
Course Learning Outcomes
9
CLO5, CLO6, CLO7, CLO8

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: EES4, EES5, EES6, EES7, Practiced: EES4, EES5, EES6, EES7,
EES8, EES9, EES10, EES11 EES8, EES9, EES10, EES11
Intended Learning Objectives/Topics
Simulation:

Group Bargaining Simulation.

Intended Learning Activities

Read the assigned simulation case and prepare for negotiations

Resources and References

Bargaining Simulation Information.
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation Weighting
Quiz: Chapter M/C Tests 2

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Module
Course Learning Outcomes
9
CLO5, CLO6

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: EES1, EES2, EES3, EES4, Practiced: EES1, EES2, EES3, EES4,
EES5, EES6, EES7, EES8, EES5, EES6, EES7, EES8,
EES9, EES10, EES11 EES9, EES10, EES11
Intended Learning Objectives/Topics
Simulation:

Group Bargaining Simulation.

Intended Learning Activities

Group preparation and bargaining team negotiations

Resources and References

Bargaining Simulation Information.
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation Weighting
Simulation: Group Bargaining Simulation 10

Week/ Hours: 2 Delivery: Online

Module
Course Learning Outcomes
10
CLO6, CLO7, CLO8, CLO9

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: EES1, EES2, EES4, EES5, Practiced: EES1, EES2, EES4, EES5,
EES8, EES9, EES10, EES11 EES8, EES9, EES10, EES11
Intended Learning Objectives/Topics
Simulation:

Group Bargaining Simulation.

Intended Learning Activities

Continue the assigned simulation case and prepare for negotiations

Resources and References

Bargaining Simulation Information.
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation Weighting
Quiz: Chapter M/C Tests 2

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Module
Course Learning Outcomes
10
CLO6, CLO7, CLO8, CLO9

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: EES1, EES2, EES4, EES5, Practiced: EES1, EES2, EES4, EES5,
EES8, EES9, EES10, EES11 EES8, EES9, EES10, EES11
Intended Learning Objectives/Topics
Simulation:

Group Bargaining Simulation.

Intended Learning Activities

Group preparation and bargaining team negotiations

Resources and References

Bargaining Simulation Information.
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation Weighting
Simulation: Group Bargaining Simulation 10

Week/ Hours: 2 Delivery: Online

Module
Course Learning Outcomes
11
CLO5, CLO6

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: EES10, EES11 Practiced: EES10, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives/Topics

Simulation:

Group Bargaining Simulation.

Intended Learning Activities

Continue the assigned simulation case and prepare for negotiations

Resources and References

Bargaining Simulation Information.
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation

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Module
Course Learning Outcomes
11
CLO7

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: EES1, EES2, EES6, EES7, Practiced: EES1, EES2, EES6, EES7,
EES8, EES9 EES8, EES9
Intended Learning Objectives/Topics
Simulation:

Group Bargaining Simulation.

Intended Learning Activities

Group preparation and bargaining team negotiations

Resources and References

Bargaining Simulation Information.
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation Weighting
Simulation: Group Bargaining Simulation 10

Week/ Hours: 2 Delivery: Online

Module
Course Learning Outcomes
12
CLO1, CLO2, CLO3, CLO4, CLO5, CLO6, CLO7, CLO8, CLO9

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: Practiced: EES1, EES2, EES3, EES4,

EES5, EES6, EES7, EES8,
EES9, EES10, EES11
Intended Learning Objectives/Topics
Review All Compensation Concepts
Prepare for In-class Interactive Discussion

Intended Learning Activities

Ensure all assigned chapters are read and all online activities have been completed.
Review weekly material provided in DC Connect, including all links, videos, and additional readings

Resources and References

Course text
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation

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Week/ Hours: 2 Delivery: Final Exam
Module
Course Learning Outcomes
12
CLO1, CLO2, CLO3, CLO4, CLO5, CLO6, CLO7, CLO8, CLO9

Essential Employability Skills

Taught: Practiced: EES1, EES2, EES3, EES4,

EES5, EES6, EES7, EES8,
EES9, EES10, EES11
Intended Learning Objectives/Topics
In-class Interactive Discussion

Intended Learning Activities

Course and Simulation Reflection

Resources and References

Course text
Other Resources noted in DC Connect.

Evaluation Weighting
In Process: In-Class Simulation Reflection 5

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