Labour Studies courses 2012-2013
(subject to approval)
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FALL 2012
LBST 1006EL - Introduction to Labour Studies I (Wed, 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.)
This course is designed to give students the opportunity to understand issues which affect the lives of all Canadians, including the history of work, workers, and the current conditions experienced in North American workplaces. This course will also prepare students for the study of labour by introducing them to concepts such as alienation and social class and principles of industrial relations through writing assignments, policy papers, films and literature. Students may not retain credit for both LBST 1005 and LBST 1006. (lec 3) cr. 3
LBST/SOCI 2026EL The World of Work (Tue, 1:00 - 12:50 p.m./Thur, 2:30 - 3:50 p.m.)
A survey of the ways in which people’s changing experience of work is shaped by gender, race, ethnicity, class and culture in Canada and the wider global context. (lec 3) cr. 3
SOCI 2306 E - Introduction to Globalization (Wed/Fri 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.)
This course introduces students to the complex connections between different countries in the world and the way these connections are increased over time. The main objectives of the course are to expose students to the current debates about collective identities, citizenship and globalization and to encourage students to think critically about these topics. PREREQ: SOCI 1015 or instructor’s permission. Students may not retain credit for both SOCI 2306 and SOCI 2047 (2045). (lec 3) cr 3
LBST/SOCI 3256EL Canadian Labour History (Tues/Thur, 4:00 - 5:20 p.m.)
This course is an examination of the social, economic and political forces shaping the Canadian labouring classes with particular emphasis on the 19th and 20th centuries. The development of national and international unions in the Canadian context is investigated, with particular emphasis placed on the impact of globalization on international unionism. Topics include preindustrial working conditions, aboriginal labour, industrialization, labour organizations, the growth of trade unions, labour legislation, and labour politics. Students may not retain credits for both LBST 3256 and SOCI 3256. PREREQ: SOCI 1015 or LBST 1006/1007. (sem 3) cr 3
LBST/JURI 3626EL - Labour Law and the Modern State (Wed, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.)
The course traces the emergence of Canada's present labour regime in the context of the mobilization and discipline of workers from the first master and servent laws to contemporary laws relating to collective bargaining. PREREQ: JURI 1105 (lec 3) cr 3
LBST 4056EL Collective Bargaining (Thur, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.)
This course is designed to introduce students to the theory and practice of union/management collective bargaining. The formulation of bargaining strategies and tactics, contract language development will be explored through intensive collective bargaining simulation exercise. Students may not retain credit for both SOCI 3906 (Collective Bargaining) and LBST 4056. PREREQ: LBST 1005 or LBST 1006/1007 or permission of Department Chair or designate. (lec 3) cr 3
LBST 4106E Occupational Health and Safety (Mon, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.)
A review of the history and occupational health and safety legislation and practice in the Province of Ontario and more generally in Canada. Examines the rights and responsibilities of employers as they pertain to the workplace issues of health and safety. (lec 3) cr 3
WINTER 2013
LBST 1007EL - Introduction to Labour Studies II (Wed, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.)
This course is designed to give students an opportunity to understand the political economy of work and the role of organized labour as a transformative force in Canadian society. It offers an introduction to how political and economic perspectives shape the world of work, including the roles of government and business. Through a mix of writing assignments, policy papers, films and literature, students will learn how work relates to the world around them. Students may not retain credit for both LBST 1005 and LBST 1007. (lec 3) cr 3.
LBST/SOCI 2246E – What Do Unions Do? (Tues, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.)
Exposes students to the issues and problems relating to the organization and changing nature of work in modern industrialized societies. The evolving shape of the workplace, the labour movement and state intervention in labour relations are examined in the context of Canada and northeastern Ontario. Current problems in the Canadian labour relations system are addressed. Students may not retain credit for both SOCI/LBST 3716 and 2246. (lec 3) cr 3
SOCI 3516 E - In and Out of Work in the Global Economy (Mon/Wed, 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.)
This course examines paid and unpaid work in globalizing capitalist societies including advanced post industrial and new industrializing societies. Students may not retain credit for both SOCI 3506 and 3516. PREREQ: SOCI 1015 or LBST 1006/1007 or permission of Department Chair or designate. (lec 3) cr 3
LBST 4096EL Issues in Labour Arbritation (Mon, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.)
This course is designed to introduce students to legal and labour practices of grievance and arbitration process. Students may not retain credit for both SOCI 3907 (Issues in Labour Arbitration) and LBST 4096. PREREQ: LBST 1005 or LBST 1006/1007 or permission of Department Chair or designate. (lec 3) cr 3
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