Technology is the key to modern business. Patent law protects such technology but patents are no longer sought only for inventive mechanical, electrical and chemical products and processes. Patents are now being sought for biological and genetically engineered products and processes and for computer programs. As a result, interesting policy questions have arisen about the proper scope of patent protection. This course examines these policy questions and takes an in-depth look at the various concepts of patent law. It examines ownership of inventions, scope and construction of patents, patentability, validity, enforcement and infringement. Comparisons with other patent systems are made and alternatives to the patent system are also considered.
Pre/anti-requisites
NCA equivalence:
Terms Offered
Summer 25
Video conference only
Course Section: A
6.0 credits
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