LMP 2343: Applied Intellectual Property
Credit: 0.25 FCE
This module moves beyond a discussion of basic intellectual property (IP) concepts and will provide you with an opportunity to explore the implications of IP development and ownership, both generally and as specifically related to your career.
We will examine the content and key terms of a variety of agreements that impact IP rights including licensing, employment, consulting, and non-disclosure agreements, as well as IP terms of government calls for proposals (i.e. RFPs).
You will also have an opportunity to become conversant in basic ethical issues of IP through an examination of the potential abuses of IP rights, such as anti-competitive behaviour, barriers to IP access, IP non-use, and patent trolling.
The module concludes with an overview of business structures, and an introduction to corporate concepts such as shares, share vesting, and financing.
Throughout the module, you will have an opportunity to read and discuss recent case law and apply the material through negotiation exercises.
Learning outcomes
At the end of this module you will be able to:
- Appreciate the ubiquity of IP.
- Gain a basic understanding of various agreement terms.
- Refine negotiation skills.
- Appreciate the key concepts, terms, and vehicles of commercialization/translation.
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).