Copyright Law

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Overview

Subject area

LAW

Catalog Number

8613

Course Title

Copyright Law

Department(s)

Description

This course provides a comprehensive overview of copyright law, emphasizing its application to small businesses, individuals, and creator-clients. Students will explore the scope of copyright protection, including traditional works and emerging areas such as AI-generated content. Key topics will include work for hire, joint authorship, fair use, registration, licensing, and generative AI. The course will also cover the importance of copyright protection for economically disadvantaged groups, strategies for copyright registration and licensing, and the legal challenges faced by clients who may inadvertently post infringing material online.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring, Summer

Academic Career

Law

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

2

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Course Schedule