Technology and Applied Studies 2012 Stage 6

Year 12 Intellectual Property

Intellectual Property or IP is the result of an application of someone's mind or intellect to create something new or original. IP can exist in various forms; it can be an invention, a brand name, a book, film, trade secret or artistic design. http://www.ipaustralia.gov.au Part 1: - There are various types of IP protection available. Create a definition and provide an example of each under the following headings!

Patents
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Trade marks
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Designs
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Plant breeder's rights

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Copyright
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Circuit layout rights

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Confidentiality/trade secrets
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Part 2: - IP Activity a) Follow the link below and complete the interactive activity. b) Fill in the text boxes below based on that activity http://www.ipaustralia.gov.au/understanding-intellectual-property/what-is-ip/ip-rights-illustrated/

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Part 3: - IP Summary Create a summary of the following components of IP protection IP rights at a glance -

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Infringement: -

Commercialism and Entrepreneurial Activity: -