Course Catalog Information (24-25)
MAND 51
Introduction to Translation and Interpreting
Course Description
This course will cover the historical origins, theories, techniques, and practices of translating and interpreting. Students will focus on comprehension of source language texts and accurate expression of content and style in translations. Theoretical readings will be used to familiarize students with strategies, techniques, and challenges faced in the translation process.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Differentiate between interpretation and translation and the basic skills needed for translation and interpretation.
- Discuss the preparation and organizational methods in translation and interpretation.
- Describe the procedures, resources, and techniques related to translation and interpretation.
- Describe the work of translators and interpreters including the skills involved in being well trained.
Course Details
- Units
- 4.5 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 4.5
- Weekly Lab Hours: 0
- Gen Ed
- General Education Class
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Transferability
- Transferable to CSU only
- Grading Method
- Letter Grading
Requisite and Advisory
- Advisory(ies)
- ESL 272 and ESL 273, or ESL 472 and ESL 473, or eligibility for EWRT 1A or EWRT 1AH or ESL 5
- Prerequisite(s)
- Corequisite(s)
Limitations on Enrollment and Entrance Skills
- Limitation(s) on Enrollment
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