The objective of the course is to provide students with an overview of the fundamental concepts, principles and institutions of law, with particular emphasis on the structure of the legal system and on the legal environment of technological development, research and innovation. The course introduces the main branches of law and provides basic legal literacy necessary for understanding legal issues related to technology, intellectual property, innovation and business activities.
Basics of Law (GAINBAN-JOGIISME-1)
Basic data
Instructors
Course objectives
Course content
Lectures
The course covers the following main topics: Fundamentals of law Constitutional law Administrative law Civil law I – persons Civil law II – personal rights Civil law III – property law Civil law IV – law of contracts Law enforcement procedures Technology law I – intellectual property law Technology law II – law of research and innovation Technology law III – law of technology transfer transactions Technology law IV – competition law, unfair competition and antitrust Technology law V – law of personal data protection Technology law VI – law of e-commerce
Seminars
The course covers the following main topics: Fundamentals of law Constitutional law Administrative law Civil law I – persons Civil law II – personal rights Civil law III – property law Civil law IV – law of contracts Law enforcement procedures Technology law I – intellectual property law Technology law II – law of research and innovation Technology law III – law of technology transfer transactions Technology law IV – competition law, unfair competition and antitrust Technology law V – law of personal data protection Technology law VI – law of e-commerce
Acquired competences
Knowledge
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Skills
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Attitude
- He/she makes decisions with full respect for the law and ethical standards in decision-making situations requiring a complex approach. - He/she understands and embraces the ethical principles and legal implications of his/her profession.
Autonomy and responsibilities
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Additional professional competences
- Basic knowledge about promoting health and sustainable development which include the basics of environment, work safety and consumer protection
Requirements, evaluation and grading
Mid-term study requirements
Students complete the course through continuous assessment and a final examination. During the semester, two written midterm tests are mandatory, and one additional optional midterm test may be taken for improvement purposes. At the end of the course, students must pass a written examination. All assessments are conducted electronically in the classroom (in-person) and consist of a combination of multiple-choice questions and short essay questions. The use of books, notes or other materials during the tests and the final examination is not permitted. Use of AI is not permitted.
Exam requirements
Generative AI usage
Use of GAI tools is not permitted for solving assignments. This means GAI tools cannot be used to complete formative or summative assessments, and using GAI constitutes academic misconduct. The use of AI tools for spelling and grammar checking does not fall under this prohibition.
Study aids, laboratory background
Selected lecture materials and instructor-provided notes.
Readings
Compulsory readings
Selected lecture materials and instructor-provided notes.
Recommended readings
Selected lecture materials and instructor-provided notes.