MBS 470 - Introduction to Patent Law

2 CR

Topics include the four basic forms of intellectual property, patents and patentability, patent challenges and litigation, drafting and prosecuting a patent.

Prerequisite(s): MBS 340 or equivalent with a C or higher, or permission of the instructor.

Course Outcomes

Appraise whether an invention is patentable
Perform a prior art search to find all existing similar developments and inventions
Work with patent professionals to draft and prosecute a patent application
Analyze the role of technology transfer and licensing professionals in monetizing an invention

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