3 credits
Spring 2026 Distance Learning Upper Division
This course will provide students with a comprehensive overview of the generation and management of intellectual property. Topics covered include the definition of a patent, an overview of intellectual property law, filing a patent with the USPTO, and various business aspects of managing and enforcing patents. This course is intended for engineering graduate students as well as upper-level engineering undergraduates. It may also be suitable for some students outside of engineering.
Learning Outcomes1Explain to non-experts the differences between various Intellectual Property categories and terminologies including Patents, Trademarks, Service Marks, Trade Secrets, Copyrights, and Know-Hows.
2Secure management approvals for filing your inventions with the United States Patents and Trademark office (USPTO), develop responses to overcome patent examiner's objections, and finally successfully securing Intellectual Property.
3Explain attributes and application landscape of Intellectual Property Life Cycle for internal offerings, licensing In-and-Out opportunities, infringements, and associated risks and rewards.
4Discuss strategic pathways to execute Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDAs), and Joint Development Agreements (JDAs) as these relate to work for hire and collaborative research and development.
5Apply knowledge of critical enablers and barriers to successfully secure intellectual property in your own area of interest at workplace.
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made by Purdue students.