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Patent Law
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 10 hours
  • Course by University of Pennsylvania
  • Offered by

About

In our modern technologically-based economy, the creation and enforcement of patent rights can make or break a business. With record numbers of patents being issued every year, the stakes for inventors (and, indeed, their lawyers) continue to rise, even as the patent law and its administration faces growing criticism. This course begins with an examination of the fundamental justifications for and creation of U.S. patent rights as well as the relationship between patent law and other “intellectual property” concepts. We will then delve into the details of the U.S. requirements for patentability, and explore the scope of patent rights, again considering how the policies expressed reflect the justifications for patent rights. Then we will look at an actual patent document and analyze the different pieces of an issued patent with a special focus on the importance of patent claims. Finally, we will explore strategies for dealing with patent infringement.

Modules

Introduction to Patents

    • 3 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Patent Document

1 Discussions

  • Introduce Yourself!

3 Videos

  • What is a Patent?
  • The Importance of Patent Claims
  • Understanding a Patent

3 Readings

  • Pre-Course Survey (Optional)
  • Segway Patent
  • Optional Reading: Understanding Patent Claims

The Patent System and Enforcement

    • 4 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • Life of a Patent
  • Module 1 Quiz

4 Videos

  • The Institutional Structure of the Patent System
  • Enforcement via the U.S. Courts
  • Life of a Patent
  • Takeaway Points

1 Readings

  • Trends in Patent Lawsuits

How to Get a Patent

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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2 Videos

  • How Do You Get a Patent? Patent Prosecution
  • The Standards for Patentability

2 Readings

  • Patent Prosecution
  • Optional Reading: Patentability Requirements

Patentability Requirements: Disclosure, Novelty, Nonobviousness

    • 3 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Disclosure Requirement

3 Videos

  • Patent Disclosure Requirement
  • The Novelty Requirement
  • The Nonobviousness Requirement

2 Readings

  • Understanding the Enablement Requirement
  • Patent Obviousness

Patentability Requirements Continued: Inventorship, Utility, Subject Matter

    • 4 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • Utility
  • Module 2 Quiz

4 Videos

  • The Inventorship Requirement
  • The Utility Requirement
  • The Subject Matter Requirement
  • Takeaway Points

2 Readings

  • Inventor? Author? Contributor? Owner?
  • When Can an Invention Be Patented?

Patent Claims

    • 6 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 3 Quiz

6 Videos

  • What Does a Patent Cover?
  • The Components of Patent Claims
  • Interpreting Patent Claims
  • How to Define Claim Terms
  • Caveats and Cautions when Determining Patent Coverage
  • Takeaway Points

1 Readings

  • Patent Claim Structure

Patent Enforcement

    • 3 Videos
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3 Videos

  • How to Enforce (or Avoid) a Patent
  • The Mechanics of Patent Enforcement
  • Patent Infringement

Case Study: The Super Soaker

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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2 Videos

  • Case Study: The Super Soaker
  • The Doctrine of Equivalents

1 Readings

  • Optional Reading Doctrine of Equivalents

Patent Infringement

    • 3 Videos
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3 Videos

  • How to Avoid Infringement
  • Remedies for Infringement
  • Takeaway Points

Summative Assessment

    • 3 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • Rainbow Slinky

3 Readings

  • Patent Claims: Broad vs. Narrow
  • Concluding Thoughts
  • Post-Course Survey (Optional)

Auto Summary

Explore the intricate world of patent law with this foundational course designed for personal development. In a technology-driven economy, understanding the creation and enforcement of patent rights is crucial for inventors and their legal advisors. This course, offered by Coursera, delves into the fundamental justifications and creation of U.S. patent rights, the relationship between patent law and other intellectual property concepts, and the detailed requirements for patentability in the U.S. Participants will gain insights into the scope of patent rights, analyzing real patent documents with a special focus on the critical importance of patent claims. The course also covers strategies for handling patent infringement, providing practical knowledge applicable in real-world scenarios. Led by expert instructors, this 600-minute course is ideal for anyone looking to build a solid foundation in patent law, whether you are a budding inventor, a legal professional, or someone with a keen interest in intellectual property. Flexible subscription options, including Starter and Professional plans, make it easy to tailor your learning experience to your needs. Embark on a journey to master the complexities of patent law and enhance your personal and professional growth.

R. Polk Wagner
Instructor

R. Polk Wagner