66-221 Topics of Law: Introduction to Intellectual Property Law

9 units, Carnegie Mellon University

This course provides students with an overview of patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret laws. Goals for the course include identifying intellectual property (IP) rights and understanding how to take the necessary steps to protect and enforce those rights. Many recent developments in IP law will also be covered.

Prerequisites: none listed

Offered: Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025

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