Course examines history of translation, models of interpreting, and equivalence across languages. Study includes theories of spoken language interpreting and sign language interpreting. Theories of basic, practical ethics and behaviors are explored and applied to the interpreting profession. Transliterating and Educational Interpreting 3 cr. Course focuses on transfer of information from spoken English to a signing system and from a signing system to spoken English.
Students practice transliterating skills in various planned and unplanned situations.
Issues specific to educational interpreting settings are discussed, and opportunities to observe educational interpreters are provided. This two-semester course provides opportunities for students to apply their knowledge, skills, and experience in various interpreting settings including education, business, public service agencies, and freelance interpreting. Students participate in supervised interpreting field work and receive feedback and guidance from mentor interpreters. Students attend seminar focusing on linguistic and ethical questions that may arise during practicum assignments. Creativity and American Sign Language 3 cr.