Intellectual Property Law

Catalog description

Intellectual Property law encourages and protects creators and owners of creative works, including brands, inventions, art and other creations of the mind. This course introduces students to different forms of intellectual property protection, including patents, copyright, trademarks and trade secrets. This course examines the processes involved for obtaining protections and enforcement of protections where rights are infringed. Students will learn about major federal laws and international treaties surrounding trade of intellectual property.