L6-372 Labor Relations

This survey course will provide the theoretical, historical, and legal framework for labor-management relations in the U.S. Students will be introduced to union structures, political considerations; and strategies for management to use in collective bargaining. Variations in labor relations for government employment and project contracts are included. Management planning for labor agreements, forms of grievance administration, and alternative forms of contracts and mediation are presented.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

All construction prerequisite courses; L6-365; L6-368.