Syllabus

Title
5639 IT Law
Instructors
Mag. Christoph Gärner, Univ.Prof. Mag.Dr. Philipp Homar
Type
PI
Weekly hours
2
Language of instruction
Englisch
Registration
02/12/24 to 02/15/24
Registration via LPIS
Notes to the course
This class is only offered in summer semesters.
Subject(s) Master Programs
Dates
Day Date Time Room
Tuesday 03/05/24 04:00 PM - 06:30 PM TC.1.01 OeNB
Tuesday 03/12/24 04:00 PM - 06:30 PM TC.1.01 OeNB
Tuesday 03/19/24 04:00 PM - 06:30 PM TC.1.01 OeNB
Tuesday 04/16/24 04:00 PM - 06:30 PM TC.1.01 OeNB
Tuesday 04/30/24 04:00 PM - 06:30 PM TC.1.01 OeNB
Tuesday 05/07/24 04:00 PM - 06:30 PM TC.2.02
Tuesday 05/21/24 04:00 PM - 06:30 PM TC.1.01 OeNB
Tuesday 05/28/24 04:00 PM - 06:30 PM TC.1.01 OeNB
Tuesday 06/04/24 04:00 PM - 06:30 PM TC.1.01 OeNB
Tuesday 06/25/24 06:00 PM - 08:30 PM TC.0.01
Contents

Driven by technologies like computers, wireless communications and the internet, the so called „information society“ leads to a fast-growing field of law dealing with the legal aspects of these technologies.

This lecture shall provide an overview of and introduction to IT-Law and primarily deals with the following topics:

  • Copyright
  • Legal protection of computer software and databases
  • E-Commerce Law
  • European media and platform regulation instruments
  • Electronic communication Law (Telecom)
  • IT related fundamental rights
  • Liability of online platforms

 

Learning outcomes

Having successfully passed this course, students will be able to understand the legal contexts of information technologies and obtain skills to deal with the corresponding legal matters and issues.

Attendance requirements

Regular attendance is compulsory (at least 80% of lectures).

Teaching/learning method(s)

The course combines elements of a lecture with active participation from the students. The relevant literature will be provided in class and on the E-Learning Platform (Learn@WU).
 

Assessment

The assessment of the course consists of 3 parts:

-    Participation in the lecture: 20%
-    Written exam about public law aspects of IT-Law: 40%
-    Written exam about private law aspects of IT-Law: 40%

Prerequisites for participation and waiting lists

Students must be able to read legal materials and express themselves in English.

Readings

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Last edited: 2024-02-13



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