URDIP Admission 2014 PGDP : Post Graduate Diploma In Patinformatics

Name of the organisation : CSIR Unit For Research And Development Of Information Products (urdip.res.in)
Description : Admission 2014 PGDP Post Graduate Diploma In Patinformatics
Reference No. : URDIP/2/2014
Admission Notice :https://www.indianjobtalks.in/uploads/41193-Patinformatics%20Brochure.pdf
http://urdip.res.in/

Postgraduate Diploma In Patinformatics
(Patent Informatics)
Objective :
The participants will be introduced to Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and the importance of patent information in research and business. The course will basically focus on Patinformatics and its applications which will enable the participants undertake  technology scenario analysis, white space mapping, competitive intelligence study, new product development, patentability, infringement analysis, freedom to operate study, citation analysis, patent valuation etc. This course will thus help participants develop their skills in patent searching and analysis and use this information for research and business planning. Thus the participants, after successful completion of the course will be capable of handling all the IPR related issues independently.

Course Details:
The course will begin from August 4, 2014. The course will be of one year duration and will be full time. The lectures will be delivered by Scientists at CSIR-URDIP having minimum ten years of experience in the area for Patinformatics. It will consist of four quarters with 12 modules of theory classes and hands-on practical sessions working on databases and analytical tools including daily assignments and projects. Additional topics on criteria for patentability, infringement analysis, valuation and licensing will also be taught so that the participants appreciate the importance of Patinformatics and can deliver better value by undertaking more meaningful patent searches during the course of their practical training and also in future careers. Participants will also be required to submit assignments at the end of each quarter. On completion of the theory classes, the participants will do a comprehensive project on Patinformatics.At the end of two quarters, the participants will be required to give the examination for award of the diploma.

Course Modules (Theory) :
1. Introduction to IPR and Patents and Patent Legislation
2. International Framework
3. Patinformatics and Basics of Patent Searching
4. Searching on Patent Databases
5. Understanding Database Features
6. Advanced Patent Searching
7. Information Searching in various Domains
8. Patent Analytics & Mapping and its Application
9. Patent information for Technology Planning and Management
10. Patinformatics for Patent Valuation
11. Patinformatics for R&D planning, Strategic Patenting and Performance Benchmarking
12. Patinformatics for Patent Strategy and Portfolio Management
Practicals: The practical will involve designing effective search strategies, hands-on experience of searching using various databases, analysis exercises and applications of patent analysis.

Eligibility : Minimum qualification required is a Post Graduate Degreefrom recognized universities. The candidate should have any one of the following;
i) Masters degree with minimum of 60% marks in any of the life sciences, chemical sciences and physical sciences.
ii) M. Pharm. with minimum of 60% marks and GATE qualified
iii) B.E ( Min. 60% marks) and GATE qualified
iv) L.L.B with Science background ( Min. 60% marks at B.Sc. and L.L.B )
v) M.Lib Sci. with graduation in science ( Min.60% at each degree)

Application Fees: Rs 1000/ – to be paid in the SBI Power Jyoti account. 50% concession will be provided for SC/ST candidates.

Course Fees: Rs. 50,000/- to be paid at the beginning of the course.

Number of Seats: 30

How to Apply :
1 The applications have to be submitted online. The application form should be accompanied with an application fee of Rs 1000/ – to be paid in the SBI Power Jyoti account. 50% concession will be provided for SC/ST candidates.

2 The selection will be made on the basis of an entrance examination and interview. Only limited number of candidates will be called for interview based on their performance in the entrance examination as per shortlisting criteria decided by the Admission Committee. CSIR-URDIP reserves the right of admission based on merit/experience and educational qualifications. In case of dispute, decision of Head, CSIR-URDIP will be final and cannot be challenged.
Centres for Entrance Examination – Pune, Kolkata, Delhi and Chennai
(Details of the centres to be uploaded soon)
Interviews will be held at CSIR-URDIP, Pune

Contact Postal Address:
CSIR -UNIT FOR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OF INFORMATION PRODUCTS(URDIP)
B7, NCL Campus,
Pashan,
Pune-411008

Important Dates :
1. Online application submission : June 4, 2014 – June 20, 2014
2. Entrance examination : July 6, 2014
3. Interview : July 17-19, 2014
4. Declaration of results (on the web) : July 20-21, 2014
5. Last date for payment of course fees : July 31, 2014
6. Course begins on : August 4, 2014