EBC Learning Course on IPR: Mod 8 - Law of Semiconductor and Integrated Circuits

Semiconductors are the crux of the modern technological age. They are found everywhere around us, be it communication, computing, electrical appliances, electrical devices or healthcare etc., and the integrated circuit is a fundamental building block of these devices. Development of successful topographies of semiconductor chips takes enormous capital, time and effort. At the same time, chip piracy is an effortless technique.

Semiconductor protection law is a legal enforcement that is uniquely designed to protect intellectual endeavors in the microchip industry. With rapid advancement in the semiconductor industry, intellectual property professionals also need to acquaint themselves with the legal framework to help innovators in protecting and maintaining their IP on the semiconductor and integrated circuits. The course covers the criteria for protection of semiconductors, registration process of semiconductors and integrated circuits and infringement and remedies.