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Dec 07, 2025
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2025-2026 Yavapai College Catalog
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MGT 190 - Path to Patent
Description: The Path to a Patent course introduces students to the fundamentals of intellectual property with a focus on patent processes. Students will learn about different types of intellectual property, drafting provisional applications, conducting preliminary searches, understanding claims, and international considerations. Special emphasis is given to practical skills in patent application filing, claim development, and strategies to avoid common post-filing issues.
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3
Lab: 0
Course Content:
- Intellectual Property and the Patent Process
- Patent Application Types, Searches, and Applications
- Patent Claims
- International Patent Protection
- Filing Procedures
Learning Outcomes:
- Describe the various types of intellectual property and the basics of the patent process. (1)
- Differentiate between provisional and nonprovisional applications, identifying key filing requirements and drafting essentials. (2)
- Apply strategies for conducting preliminary patent searches and outline key drafting steps for patent applications. (2)
- Construct patent claims with an understanding of examiner perspectives. (3)
- Explain the process for protecting IP internationally. (4)
- Demonstrate basic proficiency in using the Patent Center for filing. (5)
- Mitigate common post-filing issues. (5)
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