LANG 1110 - Introduction to Language Interpretation

4.5 Credits

The first in a series of online interpreter training courses, this course provides a general introduction to the profession of oral language interpreting. Topics include communication theory, language register, modes of interpretation, and the multicultural workplace. Through interactive exercises, students gain an understanding of the profession to support them in a more specialized study of language interpreting. Bilingual skills are not needed for this introductory course.

Lecture Hours: 4.5
Lab Hours: 0.0
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives

1. Define key terminology.

2. Identify modes of interpretation and language register employed in common situations.

3. Analyze the impact of culture on communication.

4. Compare common roles of the interpreter.

5. Evaluate present bilingual and interpreting skills.

6. Design a personal plan for language improvement and advancement in interpreting skills.

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