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CLL812Law3 Unitsintermediate

LAW OF INDUSTRIAL AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY II

This course examines patents, designs, and trademarks as industrial property rights essential for innovation and socio-economic growth. It explores patentability requirements, registration processes, and infringement issues within the Nigerian legal framework, referencing international treaties and foreign jurisdictions. The course also covers the registration, exploitation, and legal aspects of industrial designs and trademarks, emphasizing their significance in commerce and technology-driven societies.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
PatentsIndustrial DesignsTrademarksIntellectual PropertyRegistration

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Patent Law

2

Patent Registration

3

Patent Infringement

4

Industrial Designs Law

5

Trademark Law

6

Exploitation of Intellectual Property

Total Topics6 topics

Requirements

Knowledge and skills recommended for success

CLL811 - Law of Industrial and Intellectual Property I

💡 Don't have all requirements? Don't worry! Many students successfully complete this course with basic preparation and dedication.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Patent Attorney

Apply your skills in this growing field

Trademark Attorney

Apply your skills in this growing field

Intellectual Property Lawyer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Design Consultant

Apply your skills in this growing field

Brand Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

PharmaceuticalsManufacturingTechnologyFashionBranding

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

MODULE 1: LAW OF PATENT

6h

Unit 1: Introduction and History of the Patent System in Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Definition of patents, objectives of patent system, history of Nigerian patent system.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 1.

Unit 2: Patentability Requirements

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Requirements of patentability, patentable vs. non-patentable inventions, patent of improvements.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 2.
Week
2

MODULE 1: LAW OF PATENT

4h

Unit 3: Registration of Patents

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Ownership of patent rights, registration process, rights conferred, exceptions to patent rights.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 3.
Week
3

MODULE 1: LAW OF PATENT

4h

Unit 4: Subsistence and Exploitation of Patents

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Duration, lapse, nullity, surrender of patents, exploitation, government use.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 4.
Week
4

MODULE 1: LAW OF PATENT

4h

Unit 5: Infringement of Patents

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Requirements for infringement action, remedies, defences, ADR.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 5.
Week
5

MODULE 2: INDUSTRIAL DESIGNS

6h

Unit 1: Introduction to Industrial Designs

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Definition, objectives, history of industrial designs protection.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 6.

Unit 2: Requirements for registration and Non-Registrable Industrial Designs

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Requirements for registration, non-registrable designs.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 7.
Week
6

MODULE 2: INDUSTRIAL DESIGNS

4h

Unit 3: Registration of Industrial Designs

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Application process, examination, rights conferred, limitations.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 8.
Week
7

MODULE 2: INDUSTRIAL DESIGNS

4h

Unit 4: Subsistence and Exploitation of Industrial Designs

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Duration, renewal, renunciation, nullity, exploitation via assignments and licenses.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 9.
Week
8

MODULE 2: INDUSTRIAL DESIGNS

4h

Unit 5: Infringement of Industrial Designs and Remedies

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Right to institute actions, evidential proof, remedies.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 10.
Week
9

MODULE 3: TRADEMARKS

6h

Unit 1: Introduction to Trademarks Law

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Definition, objectives, history of trademarks law.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 11.

Unit 2: Registration of Trademarks

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Registration requirements, non-registrable marks, procedure.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 12.
Week
10

MODULE 3: TRADEMARKS

4h

Unit 3: Subsistence of Trademarks

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Rights granted, exceptions, duration, non-use, extended rights, rectification.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 13.
Week
11

MODULE 3: TRADEMARKS

4h

Unit 4: Exploitation of Trademarks

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Permitted use, licensing, assignment, franchises.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 13.
Week
12

MODULE 3: TRADEMARKS

4h

Unit 5: Infringement of Trademarks

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Infringement actions, remedies, criminal actions, defences.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 14.
Week
13

Final Revision

6h

Final Revision and Assignments

6 study hours
  • •Review all modules and units.
  • •Work on assignments.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed outlines for each module, focusing on key definitions and requirements.

2

Practice applying the requirements for patentability, design registration, and trademark registration to hypothetical scenarios.

3

Review case studies related to patent, design, and trademark infringement to understand how legal principles are applied in practice.

4

Focus on understanding the exceptions to intellectual property rights and the defenses available in infringement actions.

5

Prepare a comparative chart outlining the similarities and differences between patents, industrial designs, and trademarks.

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