Whats a TUG?
A TUG, or Time Use Guideline, is a form that is required by departments and that outlines the time allotted for the duties and responsibilities that a TA or TM is expected to perform over the course of his or her appointment. It is the form that tells you how much time should be spent on each aspect of your work as a TA/TM. TUG forms should be filled out in the first week of the semester. Course Supervisors are expected to provide TAs and TMs with a guideline for the approximate length of time necessary for the completion of each activity related to the work. Each major activity must be considered and an approximate length of time estimated. Time at TA Day and other professional development activities (up to six hours) should be included, as should any time that will be spent learning course specific software (up to seven hours). One hour per base unit is counted towards statutory holidays, and the total hours allotted must not exceed the amount stipulated in the contract, i.e. the num
