Course Descriptions

The Rose‑Hulman Master of Science in Engineering Management and Master of Engineering Management are designed for engineers who seek to deepen their technical background while acquiring solid, forward-looking management credentials. In our curricula, you'll find the management foundations of an MBA, but with added technical focus. We provide technology and business leaders a convenient fast track to the integration of management skills and critical technical knowledge.

EMGT 551 - Intellectual Property for Engineers and Scientists

Credit Hours: 4R-0L-4C
Term Available: -
Graduate Studies Eligible: Yes
Prerequisites: Junior Standing
Corequisites: None

Examines the influence intellectual property law has on the professional practice of engineers, scientists and engineering managers. Topics to be considered include: extracting value from intellectual property; patentable subject matter; novelty and loss of right; non-obviousness requirement; utility requirement; patent prosecution; patent litigation; designing around valid US patents; international patent rights; copyrights; trade secrets; and trademarks.

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