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LANG 2400 - Fundamentals of Translation and Interpreting



Credits: 3

Prerequisite(s): ASL 1020 or CHI 1020 or GER 1020 or FRE 1020 or ITA 1020 or JPS 1020 or SPA 1020 or permission of instructor

Description: This course introduces new and advanced language learners alike to the professional fields of Translation and Interpreting within the broader language services industry. Basic concepts from the area of Translation Studies are introduced in a format that aligns with a culturally oriented approach in translation. Examples are drawn from a variety of source languages, including French, German, Italian, Korean, Russian, and Spanish among others. The analyzed texts represent a broad spectrum, and include excerpts from sacred scriptures, world literature, policy documents, marketing materials, lifestyle publications, and the translations of Harry Potter. The course is taught in English.



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