2018-2019 Academic Catalog 
    
    Apr 25, 2024  
2018-2019 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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FSS 127 - Basics in Community Interpreting and Translating



5.0 Credits
Basic interpreting and translating skills, including contextual analysis, memorization, listening, problem solving, cultural understanding, and professional etiquette when interpreting for non-English speakers in educational and human services settings. Field practice required. Permit code required. S/U grade option.
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate skills for quality written and sight translations of informational materials for families.
  2. Demonstrate understanding of common vocabulary and terminology used in educational and human services settings.
  3. Demonstrate interpreting skills with two languages, including contextual analysis, listening, memorizing, note taking, and cultural awareness.
  4. Explain and analyze the ethics and standards of conduct for providing successful communication and understanding between speakers of English and another language.
  5. Use interpretation and translation skills in an educational or human services setting.
  6. Describe career opportunities for community interpreters and translators.



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