# Patent Law for Engineers And Scientists

- Institution: IIT Madras
- Department: Humanities and Social Sciences
- Teacher: Prof. Feroz Ali
- Level: Undergraduate
- Language: English
- Subjects: Society and politics
- Source: [NPTEL](https://nptel.ac.in/courses/110106081)
- Licence: [CC BY-NC-SA](https://nptel.ac.in/faq) (Non-commercial use only.)
- Syllabus: [at the source](https://nptel.ac.in/courses/110106081)
- Who can watch: Teens profiles and older (sources give no ratings; placed by Invisible Network from the source's own words)

The course shall give an in-depth understanding of patent law to engineers and scientists. This course will help person with a science background to understand the fundamentals of patent law, know the requirements of patentability, learn how to read and interpret patent specifications, analyze patent office procedures and court cases and develop the basic understanding for drafting a patent specification. This course will cover the syllabus of Paper 1 of the Patent Agent Examination conducted by the Intellectual Property Office, Government of India.

INTENDED AUDIENCE : Engineering and Science Graduates and Students

Prerequisites: A background degree in Science or Technology is preferable. Students who enroll for this course may also benefit from the course "Patent Drafting for Beginners"INDUSTRY SUPPORT : Would be beneficial for candidates preparing for the Patent Agent Examination

## Lectures

1. [Lecture 01 - Patent Law as Concepts](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/121fd4081133) (YouTube)
2. [Lecture 02 - Understanding the Patents Act and the Rules](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/c1ebda63219a) (YouTube)
3. [Lecture 03 - Preliminary Sections](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/eab64d353975) (YouTube)
4. [Lecture 04 - Preliminary Rules](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/88d9a77b19d5) (YouTube)
5. [Lecture 05 - Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2016](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/e166ceba926e) (YouTube)
6. [Lecture 06 - Easy way to read the Patents Act and Rules](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/95085b031c9e) (YouTube)
7. [Lecture 07 - What can be Patented?](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/0b6a330fb62f) (YouTube)
8. [Lecture 08 - Inventions not Patentable](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/d1cff9fac415) (YouTube)
9. [Lecture 09 - Novelty](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/7c72031fd73d) (YouTube)
10. [Lecture 10 - Anticipation](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/b9fd0a22d814) (YouTube)
11. [Lecture 11 - Inventive Step](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/5ee3d385ec3a) (YouTube)
12. [Lecture 12 - Capable of Industrial Application](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/9c8c08adbf50) (YouTube)
13. [Lecture 13 - Person Skilled in the Art](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/d9db7fde0666) (YouTube)
14. [Complete and Provisional Specifications](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/9aafa980b7df) (YouTube)
15. [Contents of Specifications](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/91866a9a68ea) (YouTube)
16. [Structure of a Patent Specification](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/835e8eb58771) (YouTube)
17. [Reading a Patent Specification](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/595c8abb21b0) (YouTube)
18. [Introduction to Patent Drafting: Provisional Specification](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/77c5ed0c8895) (YouTube)
19. [Introduction to Patent Drafting: Complete Specification](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/737fc14f34f3) (YouTube)
20. [Lecture 20 - Who Can Apply for a Patent?](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/5383afee83f0) (YouTube)
21. [Lecture 21 - Form of Application](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/d8799b495b8a) (YouTube)
22. [Lecture 22 - Patent Application: Making, What to include, and Types](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/3cc7e1b48739) (YouTube)
23. [Lecture 23 - Powers of Controller: Generally](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/3bcff60d4947) (YouTube)
24. [Lecture 24 - Patents of Addition](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/cad94394c765) (YouTube)
25. [Lecture 25 - Priority Dates](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/b1d721ac5d02) (YouTube)
26. [Lecture 26 - Publication of Application](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/362914b8432b) (YouTube)
27. [Lecture 27 - Request for Examination](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/649f107dba89) (YouTube)
28. [Lecture 28 - Examination of Application](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/3fe5fa92a676) (YouTube)
29. [Lecture 29 - Expedited Examination of Application](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/9783e07ea432) (YouTube)
30. [Lecture 30 - Search for Anticipation](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/2c3b24f6dd9e) (YouTube)
31. [Lecture 31 -Procedure in case of Anticipation](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/c3b61f6929e7) (YouTube)
32. [Lecture 32 -Consideration of Report of Examiner](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/90437bb26a8e) (YouTube)
33. [Lecture 33 - Refuse, Require Amendment, and Division of Applications](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/1b9d985c28ac) (YouTube)
34. [Lecture 34 - Dating of Application and Anticipation](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/4f41f1f14c6b) (YouTube)
35. [Lecture 35 - Potential Infringement](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/cc97ab1e402a) (YouTube)
36. [Lecture 36 - Orders Regarding Substitution of Applicants](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/a777680e06e3) (YouTube)
37. [Lecture 37 - Putting Applications in Order for Grant](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/345a628bea9d) (YouTube)
38. [Lecture 38 - Amendments during Prosecution](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/1ef271f4c983) (YouTube)
39. [Lecture 39 - Introduction to Opposition to Grant of Patents](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/5caaa07c5da5) (YouTube)
40. [Lecture 40 - Pre-Grant Opposition](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/0efc63ba3008) (YouTube)
41. [Lecture 41 - Post-Grant Opposition](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/c4c1faabca58) (YouTube)
42. [Lecture 42 - Obtained Invention](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/0717a869dc24) (YouTube)
43. [Lecture 43 -Mention of Inventor](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/a672b7ef00c0) (YouTube)
44. [Lecture 44 - Opposition in General](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/17afb8cdea44) (YouTube)
45. [Lecture 45 - Secrecy Provisions](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/f94b9c487f6d) (YouTube)
46. [Lecture 46 - Grant of Patents](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/b066d4058ad6) (YouTube)
47. [Lecture 47 - Rights conferred by Grant](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/7ef32811cc1e) (YouTube)
48. [Lecture 48 - Rights of Co-Owners of Patents and Power of Controller to give directions](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/3fd8c5cec335) (YouTube)
49. [Lecture 49 - Patent obtained by Fraud of True and First Inventor](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/7ec7824d0633) (YouTube)
50. [Lecture 50- Term of Patent](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/48a7c4bf5bf2) (YouTube)
51. [Lecture 51- Restoration of Lapsed Patents](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/b16b8cfbce3c) (YouTube)
52. [Lecture 52 - Surrender of Patents](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/ea48dbfbc597) (YouTube)
53. [Lecture 53 - Revocation of Patents](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/e664679629bc) (YouTube)
54. [Lecture 54 - Register of Patents](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/5bfe268702cf) (YouTube)
55. [Lecture 55 - Patent Office and its Establishment](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/d46ea7ef1df5) (YouTube)
56. [Lecture 56 - Patent Agents](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/c2ae1d61ec20) (YouTube)
57. [Lecture 57 - Use and Acquisition by Government](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/2503066eca96) (YouTube)
58. [Lecture 58 - Penalties](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/a70878c875b6) (YouTube)
59. [Lecture 59 - Introduction to Compulsory Licensing](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/5acb9faac831) (YouTube)
60. [Lecture 60 - Working of Patents](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/60beb724f0a5) (YouTube)
61. [Lecture 61 - Compulsory Licenses](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/d8580b274374) (YouTube)
62. [Lecture 62 - Revocation of Patents](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/01aa65ed2ee2) (YouTube)
63. [Lecture 63 - Powers of Controller](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/eb558aebc62a) (YouTube)
64. [Lecture 64 - Licensing of Related Patents](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/e4d4d915ae10) (YouTube)
65. [Lecture 65 - Compulsory License on Notification by Central Government](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/0e1cf2864ec1) (YouTube)
66. [Lecture 66 - Compulsory License for Export of Pharma Products](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/da40b48dceb1) (YouTube)
67. [Lecture 67 - Termination of Compulsory License, Related Rules](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/7da65c785beb) (YouTube)
68. [Lecture 68 - Intellectual Property Appellate Board](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/44a5dc2e36e8) (YouTube)
69. [Lecture 69 - Infringement Suits & Defences](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/a1424174697e) (YouTube)
70. [Lecture 70 - Reliefs in Suit for Infringement](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/cbd85c9a9494) (YouTube)
71. [Lecture 71 - Declaration as to Non-Infringement](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/3f67e95d6af6) (YouTube)
72. [Lecture 72 - Groundless threat of Infringement Proceedings](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/4e23391961e2) (YouTube)
73. [Lecture 73 - Certificate of Validity](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/f87403b2131b) (YouTube)
74. [Lecture 74 - Scientific Advisors](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/f2e41266b67a) (YouTube)
75. [Lecture 75 - International Arrangements](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/1d5e5c34570f) (YouTube)
76. [Lecture 76 - Miscellaneous](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/037fb82d903b) (YouTube)
77. [Lecture 77 - Fees](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/110106081/ca2a4be66fe7) (YouTube)