IDRL 320 is a senior-level introductory course that examines the legal framework of labour relations and collective agreements, introducing such topics as:
the background and definitions of labour law
the history and present position of the Canadian labour movement
the role of government institutions in the shaping and administration of the law and industrial relations policy
the sources of labour law
the law relating to collective relations, which includes trade unions and their organizations
the right to organize
the collective bargaining process
industrial conflict
the nature and administration of collective agreements
This course is written primarily for non-lawyer practitioners, trade unionists and their representatives, managers, employers, and employees who are involved in collective bargaining in their workplaces. It is intended for those whose work requires a detailed understanding of the law governing labour relations, including collective bargaining, as well as those who just want to further their understanding of this important area of study.