International Patent Filing Essential is a self-paced course for those entering the intellectual property support field. It covers the complexities of the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT), including preparing and submitting international patent applications and converting them into patents in multiple countries. Created by an experienced IP professional, this non-certificate, practical course offers valuable, everyday knowledge and includes regular Q&A sessions to foster a supportive community.
What You'll Learn:
What the PCT is and what it does
How to prepare and submit a PCT application
The Basics of the PCT Conversion Process (National Phase)
Course Introduction
Course Syllabus
UNDERSTANDING PCT REQUIREMENTS
Requirement Basics
STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO THE PCT APPLICATION PROCESS
The Process
The PCT Checklist - The Patent Application
The PCT Checklist - Formalities
FILING THE INTERNATIONAL (PCT) APPLICATION
The EPCT Request
Request Review and Attorney Signature Request
Confirmation of Attorney Signature
Filing PCT Application in the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
POST FILING DOCUMENTS
EFS Filing Receipt
Invitation to Correct Defects
International Search Report (ISR)
Published Application
INTRODUCTION TO NATIONAL PHASE
The United States
Europe
China