Patents for Scientists and Engineers
This course will help students understand intellectual property and how to protect it.
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This course will help students understand intellectual property and how to protect it.
What you’ll be able to do — competencies
- Identify patentable inventions
- Recognize and assess prior art
- Assist patent attorneys and agents with preparing patent applications
- Describe the role of the IP liaison in a company
- Recognize the role of technology transfer and licensing professionals in monetizing an invention
Course Description
Patent applications are filed to protect inventions, designs, and other intellectual property. This course provides an overview of patent law with emphasis on science and engineering careers, as well as business technology and entrepreneurial careers. Topics include the four basic forms of intellectual property, patents and patentability, patent challenges and litigation, drafting and prosecuting a patent application, and elements of licensing intellectual property.
Prerequisites
Any basic engineering or science course, including biology, chemistry, physics, or computer science.
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