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5.1.1 Policy principles 5.1.1 Policy principlesQUT is committed to the proper observance of copyright law under the provisions of the Copyright Act 1968 (Cwth), and to upholding the rights of creators and users. Staff and students have an obligation to ensure that they are familiar with the provisions of the Copyright Act, and it is the responsibility of all staff and students to comply with copyright law. The Copyright Act gives protection to four categories of "works" (literary, dramatic, musical, and artistic works) and four categories of “subject matter other than works” (cinematograph films, sound recordings, broadcasts, and published editions of works). Under the Copyright Act, copyright owners are given certain exclusive rights for limited periods of time. Details of the categories of works and the rights of copyright owners are provided in the QUT Copyright Guide. 5.1.2 ResponsibilitiesUniversity Copyright Officer The University Copyright Officer is responsible for assisting staff and students to understand their obligations under the Copyright Act. Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Technology, Information and Learning Support) The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Technology, Information and Learning Support) is responsible for implementing policy and providing advice regarding compliance with copyright law and related licensing processes and agreements. All staff Copyright compliance is an essential part of every QUT staff member's job. Staff must follow any copyright compliance procedures prescribed by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Technology, Information and Learning Support) under this policy. Heads of organisational units Managers are responsible for copyright compliance in the business activities of their organisational unit. Managers must ensure:
5.1.3 QUT Copyright GuideThe QUT Copyright Guide provides a comprehensive guide to copyright matters of relevance to the University. While every effort is made to keep the Copyright Guide up to date, Australian and international copyright law is in a constant state of change in response to rapid technological development. It is therefore advisable to consult the University Copyright Officer on any issue where there is uncertainty as to the correct procedure. 5.1.4 Licence agreementsThe University has entered into several licence agreements which assist it to meet its obligations in respect of certain provisions of the Copyright Act. The University also enters into voluntary commercial licence agreements for the use of information resources, information technology and software. The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Technology, Information and Learning Support) has the delegated authority to sign information resources, information technology and software licensing agreements to be used by the University, and copyright agreements with Copyright Agency Limited (CAL) and Screenrights (see Schedule of Authorities and Delegations ). The University is committed to compliance with its statutory and commercial licences for the use of copyright material. It is also committed to compliance with the terms of open licences such as Creative Commons, and open source software licences. Such licences are attached to the material itself and their terms give users broad rights to deal with the material on certain conditions. 5.1.5 Internet materialCopyright law applies to online materials as well as hard copy materials. Apart from any fair dealing for individual use or educational use, as permitted by the Copyright Act, material found on the Internet should not be used for any other purpose without a licence from the copyright owner. Using University information facilities to download, upload, share, store or transmit copyright material without the permission of the copyright owner is a breach of QUT’s Information Facilities Rules . 5.1.6 Teaching materials onlineMaking digital copies of print material available online is covered by the Copyright Actand the CAL licence. The quantity restrictions and marking requirements are complex, and digital copies of material copied under the licence must only be made available via the Course Materials Database. Digitised copyright material must not be made available on publicly accessible websites, as this infringes an exclusive right of the copyright holder. A full description of the compliance requirements can be found in the QUT Copyright Guide (under Teaching Support). 5.1.7 Computer softwareQUT is committed to providing sufficient copies of legitimately acquired software to meet the needs of the University and its staff, and to complying with all licence conditions accompanying any software acquired or used. The following principles apply to computer software used on QUT facilities:
5.1.8 PenaltiesThe University does not tolerate the making or use of unauthorised copies of copyright material by its staff. Such action can expose the staff member to disciplinary measures and possible legal action. QUT staff are required to be aware that under the Copyright Act, unauthorised duplication of copyright material can expose the University and individual employees to significant fines, together with claims for civil damages and/or possible jail terms. Students who use University facilities to make or distribute unauthorised copies of copyright material may be dealt with in accordance with the Information Facilities Rules. Related DocumentsMOPP B/8.1 Code of Conduct MOPP F/1.1 Provision and use of information resources and services MOPP D/3.1 Intellectual property policy MOPP F/1.2 Information security policy MOPP Appendix 1c - Information Facilities Rules Copyright Act 1968 (Cwth) QUT Copyright Guide Modification History
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