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Copyright infringement is the reproduction, distribution, public display, performance, or sharing of copyrighted material without a legal exemption or the permission of the copyright owner. This includes unauthorized peer-to-peer file sharing, illegal downloading, and unapproved distribution of copyrighted works.
As an academic integrity violation, copyright infringement includes the unauthorized use of copyrighted materials in coursework or academic submissions. Examples include copying and submitting copyrighted content (such as text, images, or software) without proper citation or permission, using unauthorized study materials (such as test banks or solution manuals), or distributing course materials without faculty approval.
In addition to institutional penalties, violators may also face civil and criminal consequences under federal law.
A more detailed explanation of academic integrity, including copyright infringement, can be found by reviewing policy 5.24 - Academic Integrity - OTC Policies and Procedures and 4.19 Intellectual Property.
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