Intellectual Property Survey - Fall 2008 - MW 2:30 - 4:20 p.m.

4 credits

This course provides a broad overview of intellectual property law. After discussing the policies underlying the protection of intellectual property rights, we will cover trade secret, patent, copyright, and trademark law, and related doctrines such as the right of publicity. These topics will be examined with a focus on new technologies, but a science or technical background is not required. This course provides a foundation for advanced intellectual property courses and is also appropriate for students who seek only a general understanding of intellectual property law. The grade will be based on a final examination.

International Intellectual Property - Spring 2009 - MW 4:00 - 5:15 p.m.

3 credits

This course examines international protection of intellectual property. We will focus on international treaties, agreements, and dispute resolution systems relating to trademarks, patents, copyrights, and related rights. The course will also cover acquisition and enforcement of intellectual property rights in foreign markets. Prerequisite: Completion of an intellectual property survey course or at least one other intellectual property course (copyright, patent, or trademark). The grade will be based on a final examination.

Intellectual Property Seminar: Current Issues in Intellectual Property - Spring 2009 - Thur 2:30 - 5:20 p.m.
3 credits
This advanced seminar is intended for students interested in cutting-edge intellectual property law.  Students will learn practical legal skills while we explore currently unresolved issues in copyright, patent, and trademark law.  Past seminars included topics such as intellectual property rights in virtual worlds, parody fair use of copyrighted works on YouTube, patent reform, and trademarks and free speech.  Students are required to write a research paper and present that paper to the class during the second half of the semester.  The grade will be based on the paper, presentation, and class participation; there is no final examination.  Prerequisite: Completion of an intellectual property survey course or at least one other intellectual property course (copyright, patent, or trademark).