In our modern technologically-based economy, the creation and enforcement of patent rights can make or break a business. With record numbers of patents being issued every year, the stakes for inventors (and, indeed, their lawyers) continue to rise, even as the patent law and its administration faces growing criticism.
This course is part of the Intellectual Property Law Specialization
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Explain the scope and limits of patent protection
Analyze and apply the standards of patentability to navigate the requirements of patent law.
Interpret the importance and significance of specific patent claims presented in an issued patent
Develop strategies for addressing patent infringement
Skills you will gain
- Innovation
- Business Strategy
- Reading a Patent
- Competition
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
What is Patent Law?
Patentability
The Scope of a Patent
Patent Enforcement
Reviews
- 5 stars81.48%
- 4 stars15.74%
- 3 stars2.31%
- 1 star0.46%
TOP REVIEWS FROM PATENT LAW
It is a labor of love emphasis on both labor and love
The selection of course topics were knowledgeful and the way lectures were delivered absolutely excellent. The final assignment was indeed practical which provided handsome learning.
Very useful course for Patent Analysts, Examiners, Agents and Attorneys.
Very concise and informative course. The final test was a good test.
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