LMP 2342: Intellectual Property Fundamentals
Credit: 0.25 FCE
This module introduces scientists to IP by weaving the basic areas of IP (patents, copyright, trade-marks and trade secrets) with an understanding of inventors’ rights and obligations and the mechanisms by which such rights can be harnessed into the economically beneficial outcomes of commercialization, both within the academic milieu and beyond.
Using a case study, you will learn to read and interpret patent documents, conduct patent and trade-mark searches, and gain an understanding of IP matters in the context of commercializing an invention by conducting freedom-to-operate analyses.
The module also includes a panel presentation of the IP policies of the University and its affiliated hospitals to familiarize you with each institution’s invention policies.
Learning outcomes
At the end of this module you will be able to:
- Identify different types of intellectual property.
- Understand basic practices around establishing companies including registering corporations and trade names.
- Understand basic patent searching and strategy.
Enrollment
- Students are required to complete eight modules (0.25 FCE each) spread out within 2 years of study.
- Students may enroll in modular courses using ACORN.
- The modular schedule will be emailed to students prior to the start of each semester.
- Modules offered outside of the program are also permitted such as ones offered by the Institute of Medical Science (IMS).