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 begins with an examination of the fundamental justifications for and creation of U.S. patent rights as well as the relationship between patent law and other “intellectual property” concepts. We will then delve into the details of the U.S. requirements for patentability, and explore the scope of patent rights, again considering how the policies expressed reflect the justifications for patent rights. Then we will look at an actual patent document and analyze the different pieces of an issued patent with a special focus on the importance of patent claims. Finally, we will explore strategies for dealing with patent infringement.
GC
Clearly presented, hits the main points needed and gives good examples to work with. Very helpful and genuinely an education.
MF
Very well explained and entertaining. Sufficient level of detail. Even though I am quite experienced on topic, I still could learn new things. Recommended.
PL
Very concise and informative course. The final test was a good test.
KH
The course was very helpful and gave me a good broad understanding of how patent law works
HS
I'm an university student. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the lecturer, University and Coursera. This course is amazing.
LM
The right place to do this. I will take other specialization with Coursera, and if with Penn University, better. Thank you!
AS
The language of the course is easy and understandable for everyone. I enjoyed the course.
NT
Thanks , it was very interesting course & hoping to join another course in Patents ( part II)
SM
It is a labor of love emphasis on both labor and love
MA
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.
RR
This is an amazing & well organized course. I've learned creative thinking & how to apply the principles in this course. I'm sure it will be great helpful in my near future.
KK
So important and very informative about how and when etc to protect your Creative Idea
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Fantastic overview of basic patent law. Still new to the IP world, but will try to update in a few months as I practice patent prosecution in the United States. This very understandable course walks you through the value of patents, the mechanics and interpretation of claims = AKA "the name of the game"! You'll cover 35 USC § 101, 102, 103, 112 and 116, main requirements. The project has you attempt to write the claims, so it's good practice. Was able to complete this in a timely 3 days (3 hr/day). Thanks UPenn Law and Professor Wagner!
THE FORMAT OF CERTIFICATE OF SPECIALIZATION DOES NOT APPEAR PROPER. FIRSTLY, 'UNIVERSITY OF PENSYLVANIA ' IS NOT MENTIONED ALONG WITH EMBLEM/LOGO OF THE UNIVERSITY WHEREAS IN ALL OTHER CERTIFICATES, IT IS ALWAYS MENTIONED. SECONDLY, MENTION OF SO MANY THINGS ABOUT THE COURSE AND THE CANDIDATE ARE UNWARANTED ON THE CERTIFCATE. PLEASE REVISE THE CERTIFICATE FORMAT. I AM DISAAPOINTED WITH THIS TYPE OF CERTIFICATE AND NOT ABLE TO SHARE WITH OTHERS. PLEASE REVISE IT.
The best course on Patent Law (IP) as this course enables with the right level of knowledge and information that is required to create awareness, handle infringement, judicial aspects w.r.t. IP claims.
Highly recommending for para legal professionals and technology consultants who involves in sales / contract negotiations.
Dear Instructor,
I am writing to express my gratitude for your excellent teaching in the course. You have inspired me to pursue my passion for the subject and to challenge myself with new perspectives and skills. Your lectures were engaging, informative and enjoyable. Your feedback was constructive, timely and encouraging. You have made a positive impact on my learning and growth. Thank you for your dedication, enthusiasm and professionalism. I hope to keep in touch with you and learn from you in the future.
Sincerely,
IBRAHIM A M MASHNI
A well-presented overview of Patent Law, including relevant readings and a case study. Some of the recommended readings were no longer at the links provided. I,think the Rainbow Slinky exercise would have been more valuable if we were provided with a short invention disclosure. I,found myself assuming elements of the invention that may or may not have existed.
I,am a patent agent and former PTO examiner, and Patents were a refresher for me. (I am trying to update skills, esp. Trademarks and Copyrights.)
This course introduced me to the patent law field with simple to understand and well organized lectures. The lectures were supplemented with suggested reading materials that deepened my understanding. The assessments allowed me to gauge my grasp of the material I had just learned.
Excellent course. Although, the end grade assignment in week 4 could improve in difficulty slightly, since the end assignments in the other courses, so far, in the 'Intellectual property specialization' have held a higher standard of difficulty.
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.
This is an amazing & well organized course. I've learned creative thinking & how to apply the principles in this course. I'm sure it will be great helpful in my near future.
Very well explained and entertaining. Sufficient level of detail. Even though I am quite experienced on topic, I still could learn new things. Recommended.
Excelente curso para finalizar el programa especializado, la ultima Evaluación es un poco engorrosa pero tiene información muy valiosa en general.
I'm an university student. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the lecturer, University and Coursera. This course is amazing.
Muy buen curso, considero que los vídeos son muy valiosos y aún con su corta duración, permite adquirir nuevos conocimientos
The right place to do this. I will take other specialization with Coursera, and if with Penn University, better. Thank you!
Thanks to everyone who contributed, got a lot of comprehensive and useful information about patent law through this course.
Its a really bite sized course about everything basic IP a begineers needs to know. I enjoyed doing it.
Thanks , it was very interesting course & hoping to join another course in Patents ( part II)
The course was very helpful and gave me a good broad understanding of how patent law works
The language of the course is easy and understandable for everyone. I enjoyed the course.
So important and very informative about how and when etc to protect your Creative Idea