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Introduction to Canadian Railway Culture RAIL 0115

Railway Course

International Fees

International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.

Course details

This course will familiarize learners with railways, their specific organization as well as railway unions and regulatory bodies, and the technology, culture and political reality of this industry.

Prerequisite(s)

  • No prerequisites are required for this course.

Credits

0.0

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Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:

  • Describe railways organizational structure (first class, shortlines, industrial and railway contractors)
  • Introduce the rights and responsibilities of management, unions, employees, and regulatory bodies in the railway industry
  • Introduce significant factors that have made the railway what it is today and the advantages of railway transportation over its competitors
  • Explain the impact of higher environmental standards on the railway industry
  • Explain how technology has influenced the railway industry and describe future trends

Effective as of Winter 2015

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