Old Basic Patent Training Course

Basic Patent Training™ Course

Updated for the 9th Edition MPEP

Online Edition – $225 $175
Hard Copy + Online Edition – $275 $225 + Shipping

The course walks you through the details of a patent application and its examination:

Review 9 modules, each broken down into several concise topics.
Take quizzes with right/wrong answers relating to each topic. Increase your comprehension with instant feedback.
Search our glossary containing over 250 terms defined in plain English.

How Will Our Basic Patent Training™ Course Help You?

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Patent Law is one of the most complex legal areas around.

Gain an edge to this complex area of the law by learning the fundamentals first. Without this edge, you will most certainly flail through the 2,000+ pages of the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure (the source for all Patent Law). Here are just a few benefits to this self-paced course…

Actively learn Patent Law instead of just being a passive reader.
Easy to understand training modules and glossary of patent law terms.
Begin immediately, no wasting time for the course to start!

Our Basic Patent Training™ course takes much of the pain out of the legalese. It will provide you with the fundamentals of patent law and help you understand the basics of the patent process. This can be invaluable when it comes to patenting an invention, preparing for the Patent Bar, or starting a career in the patent legal field.

Who is This Course For?

Inventors

If you’re an inventor, engineer, or scientist interested in learning more about patent law, then this Basic course will give you the details without the overwhelm that comes from the MPEP (Manual of Patent Examining Procedure). That manual covers all the laws and rules of patent law. It’s enormous and is written in a very unfriendly format.

Patent Paralegals

Thinking about becoming a patent paralegal or other patent support staff? If so this course will help you sort out the details of patent law in a very user friendly manner. Delve into the terminology of patent law and get up-to-speed so potential employers find you much more valuable for their team.

Patent Bar Exam Prep

This course is a perfect first step for preparing for the Patent Bar exam. In fact, it is our first step! You may upgrade to the full Patent Bar review course at any time. Everything you paid for the Basic Patent Training™ course will be applied to the upgrade.This is a great way to get started preparing for the exam.

Let’s Take a Look at Exactly What the Basic Patent Training™ Course Covers…

Provides you with a fundamental understanding of Patent Law.

Learn the components involved in writing a patent application.

Discover what is involved with the complex patent prosecution process.

Gets you up-to-speed with the terms involved with Patent Law.

Module I – Introduction to Patent Law

Who is involved with patent law? From inventors and patent practitioners to the USPTO and its examiners, learn who sets the stage for patent law.
What is involved with gaining a patent? Writing and sending in the patent application is important, but it is really just the beginning. After that comes the patent examination. Briefly learn about patent application requirements, what happens after the application is sent in and the PTO’s three strike rejection system.
When is something considered a patentable invention? We will divulge the rules of patentability, focusing on exactly what a patentable invention really is.
Where does patent law come from anyway? Learn about the source for all this mess.
Why bother with a patent at all? Learn about the rights that are granted when a patent is issued (and a few that aren’t).

Module II – Patent Basics

Not just anyone can view patents. Learn about the USPTO’s confidentiality code.
Discover the filing date peculiarities associated with patent applications.
Learn the difference between inventors and assignees and who power of attorney may be granted to.
The USPTO is all about fees. Learn about small entities, the discounts given and maintenance fees.
Finally, learn how to submit an application and the relevant documents to the PTO.

Module III – Application Types

Learn the fundamentals of national, international patents and Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT). Foreign filing requirements will also be covered.
There are two parent application types; nonprovisional and provisional. Learn the differences between the two and what their major requirements are.
There are many subsequent patent application types. These include divisionals, continuing, C-I-P’s, CPA’s, substitutes, RCE’s and reissues. There is also a special application type that really isn’t for a patent at all!

Module IV – What Goes in an Application?

Gain an overview of the contents that are included in an acceptable patent application.
Learn all about the oath/declaration and information disclosure statements.
The specification is one of the most important parts of the application. We will discuss its contents, especially the claims. Learn the general rules regarding claims and how they must be written.
Drawings are required in most patent applications. Learn the specifics related to drawings and the alternatives that may be possible.

Module V – Examination Basics

Office actions are at the core of the examination process. We will discuss first Office actions, second Office actions and Final rejections. Then, we will touch on how to respond to these Office actions and make amendments to the application.
Applicants may be able to apply for an extension of time if they are having difficulty responding to an Office action. Learn the in’s and out’s of extensions of time.
It isn’t always possible to communicate clearly through mail, therefore an applicant may be able to schedule an interview with the examiner assigned to their application.
The examination of an application may take years. By filing a petition to make special, the applicant may considerably speed up the examination process. Learn what it takes to qualify for a petition to make special.
Ultimately, an application will either be abandoned or allowed. Learn the details of each.

Module VI – Basic Rejections

Learn the in’s and out’s of the four major rejection types. These are 35 U.S.C. 101, 35 U.S.C. 102 (covered in Module VII), 35 U.S.C. 103 and 35 U.S.C. 112.
Discover what may or may not qualify as a patentable invention. Is the subject matter something that fits within the realm of a patented invention? A 100 page manual discussing basket-weaving will not qualify for a patent. Neither will landfill! The object must have a real world value. Rejections due to patentability issues are covered under 35 U.S.C. 101.
35 U.S.C. 103 and the laws of obviousness will be discussed here. If the subject matter is considered obvious, it doesn’t qualify for a patent. We will ponder the line between obviousness and nonobviousness.
The specification is a very important component of any patent application. Discover the in’s and out’s of 35 U.S.C. 112, the law governing the specification.

Module VII – The Statutory Bars

There are 2 versions of 35 U.S.C. 102 and both currently used by the USPTO depending on the filing date of the patent application. We will give you an overview of both these laws in the following pages. This change was one of the major provisions of the America Invents Act (AIA).
The most current version of 102 became effective March 16, 2013. It covers the statutory bars related to the First-Inventor-to-File System. Review a summary of it.
The older version of 35 U.S.C. 102 covers the statutory bars related to the First-to-Invent System. Learn more details on this version.

Module VIII – Overcoming Rejections

Discover when it is possible to use an affidavit under 37 C.F.R. 1.130.
An affidavit under 37 C.F.R. 1.131, otherwise known as “swearing back”, is commonly used to overcome certain types of rejections. Learn when it is appropriate to swear back.
Delve into the in’s and out’s of 37 C.F.R. 1.132.
Learn how perfecting a priority claim may help overcome certain types of rejections.
Patentably distinguishing claims from conflicting prior art is a useful method for overcoming rejections. Learn the fundamentals of patentably distinguishing the claims.

Module IX – The Possibilities

All is not lost after a Final rejection is sent out. The applicant may opt to appeal the examiner’s rejection.
Discover the in’s and out’s of protests. These may be submitted when a member of the public believes the subject matter in a pending application is unpatentable.
What if a member of the public believes the subject matter in an already issued patent is unpatentable? File a reexamination, of course. Learn the details of a reexamination.
The first to file may not always be the one awarded priority in certain instances. Learn about interferences; the exception to the longstanding rule.
Learn when patent terms expire (they don’t last forever).

Basic Patent Training™ Online Edition

Here’s an example video taken right from the course. Transcripts are also available. Watch or read (or both).

Video + Text Modules

9 modules cover the basics of patent law. Watch the videos and/or review transcripts.

Quick Quizzes

100+ quizzes help you retain what you just learned. Instant feedback is provided.

Glossary

Over 250+ key terms defined for you in plain English. It’s all at your fingertips.

Score Keeper

This tracking application keeps track of your quiz scores and your progress.

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Basic Patent Training™ Hard Copy + Online Edition

The Hard Copy + Online Edition comes with:

3 – Audio CD’s covering every Module in the course.
Bound Modules & Quizzes manual includes transcripts of the modules along with multiple-choice quizzes.
Bound Glossary book includes 250+ patent law terms defined in easy to understand English
Binder of Presentation Slides allows you to review the slides used in the presentation as you listen in.
Plus you’ll get access to the Online Edition which includes online access to all the materials (including the videos, any updates, and the Score Keeper application) for 12-months.

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Get the hard copy sent to your door and enjoy 12-months access to the online course.

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Questions?

Which package should I buy?

It’s really up to you. Many people enroll in the online course, but please be aware you will not be able to download anything from the course. It is all online and will require an Internet connection. If you would rather review the materials aware from your computer than the Hard Copy Edition is the best choice for you. It’s perfect for listening in your car stereo.

What if I don’t like it?

If you are not fully satisfied before the end of the 14 day period just let us know (if you ordered the Hard Copy Edition then please send the materials back) and we will send you a prompt refund. No questions asked.

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Online Edition

Online access to the module videos, transcripts, quizzes, glossary, and score keeper for 12-months
Digital updates included for 12-months

Regular Price: $225