Understanding Copyright Basics
- Course Number: R2001
- Credits: 4 hours
- Instructor: Ellen Huang, PE
- Price: $40
Course Outline
This course is designed to equip engineers, architects, and land surveyors with the knowledge they need to navigate copyright laws and regulations in their professional practice. The course material is based on the U.S. Copyright Office's comprehensive guide to copyright laws and regulations. It covers the following key topics: Definition and Importance of Copyright, Rights of a Copyright Owner, What is Not Protected by Copyright, Copyright Ownership, Duration of Copyright, Benefits of Registration, Derivative Works and Compilations, and Using Copyrighted Work. By the end of the course, participants will be better prepared to protect their original works, understand the rights they have over their creations, and respect the copyright of others' works.
At the end of this course, there will be a multiple-choice, open-book quiz designed to enhance your understanding of the course material.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, the student will:
- Identify and understand the key principles of copyright law;
- Distinguish between copyrightable works and non-copyrightable works;
- Understand the process and benefits of copyright registration; and
- Apply knowledge of copyright law in professional practice.