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2014-2015 University Catalog 
    
2014-2015 University Catalog [Archived Catalogue]

STCU 206 Copyright and Creativity

Division of Liberal Arts

3 credits 45.0 hours
200 level undergraduate course

This course explores the origins of and reasoning behind copyright protections for artists in various media, and the impact that intellectual property legislation has on creators and creative industries. Starting from major copyright stories now unfolding in the news, the class considers important cases in the fields of publishing, music recordings, film, fashion, games, and software. Students will research and compile brief bibliographies, and present papers on key topics such as the influence of technology in the arts, fair use, moral rights, digital media, open source, and the relationship between communities of practice and legislation.

Prerequisites FYWT*112 or FYWT*101;

This course is not repeatable for credit.
This course can fulfill a liberal arts elective or free elective requirement.