Course Title: Apply theories to translating and interpreting work practices
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2012
Course Code: LANG5774C
Course Title: Apply theories to translating and interpreting work practices
School: 365T Global Studies, Soc Sci & Plng
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6111 - Advanced Diploma of Interpreting
Course Contact : Miranda Lai
Course Contact Phone: +(61 3) 9925 3523
Course Contact Email:miranda.lai@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 40
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None.
Course Description
This unit covers skills and knowledge required to research, analyse and apply a range of approaches to translating and interpreting. You will explore the history, development and progress of relevant theories and their application to work assignment and practice.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
PSPTIS614A Apply theories to translating and interpreting work practices |
Element: |
1. Research the practiceand theory of translating and interpreting. 2. Identify the role of the translator. 3.Critique translations. |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Analyse the concept of translation and its relevance to the study of translating. |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
Lectures will aim to explain various aspects of the underlying theories and demonstrate their applicability to interpreting work practices. These will be followed by learner-guided activities designed to reinforce understanding of the concepts. These concepts will also be reinforced by activities in other language-specific courses.
Teaching Schedule
A detailed program will be made available by the teacher at the start of the semester.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
RMIT, Theoretical Bases of T&I Reader |
References
Ginori, H. & Scimone, E., Introduction to Interpreting: Background Notes to Interpreting as a Profession in a Multicultural Society, Lantern, 1995 |
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Halliday, M.A.K., Cohesion in English, Longman, 1994 |
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Hatim, B. & Mason, I., Discourse and the Translator, Longman 1994 |
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Katan, D., Translating Cultures: An Introduction for Translators, Interpreters and Mediators, St Jerome, Manchester UL and Northampron MA, 2nd ed. 2004 |
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Larson, M., Meaning-Based Translation, A Guide To Cross-Language Equivalence, 2nd Ed., University Press of America, 1998 |
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Pochhacker, F., Introducing Interpreting Studies, Routledge, London and New York, 2004 |
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Baker, M., In other words – a coursebook on translation, Routledge, 2011 (2nd edition) |
Other Resources
Class notes, Power Point files and audio/video learning materials on Blackboard as directed by teacher.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment will be ongoing during the semester, and you will receive feedback on your progress. You will undertake a variety of assessment tasks and activities to assess your level of competence against key elements and performance criteria.
The assessment tasks may include, but are not limited to:
- written tests
- translation assisgments
- group discussions/debates
- practical demonstrations/assignments in which theories are applied
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1 Due Date: (TBA) Weighting: 40% for the course
A hand-in assignment to be completed in your own time on the concepts covered in class (please check with your teacher relevant weeks included in assessment). A series of short-answer responses totalling up to 1,000 words, will be submitted. To do this assessment task students must be able to understand the relevant theoretical concepts and demonsrate their relevance in the short answers.
Assessment Task 2 Due Date: (TBA) Weighting: 60% for the course
An open book classroom test covering concepts covered during the semester. This test will be held in the last class of the semester). The test will be a series of short-answer responses to be completed in 2 hours. In this test students need to explain and defend their answers, and demonstrate how the concepts and theories presented by the teacher affect the delivery of interpreting/translating.
Both assessment tasks will be used for grading.
Assessment Matrix
Other Information
Grading Schedule:
CHD - Competent with High Distinction
CDI - Competent with Distinction
CC - Competent with Credit
CAG - Competency Achieved Graded
NYC - Not Yet Competent
Special Consideration:
Students may apply for Special Consideration on a range of health or compassionate grounds where they experience unexpected or extenuating circumstances. Information on ‘How to apply for Special Consideration’ can be found at http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=b1wqvnwk8aui
Special Consideration Policy: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=qkssnx1c5r0y
Special Consideration Procedure: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=riderwtscifm
Extension of time for submission of assessable work:
Circumstances may arise which prevent students from completing an assessment task on time. In certain circumstances a student may be entitled to apply for an extension to the due date.
Extensions of 7 calendar days or less:
Students seeking an extension of 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the School.
Extensions of greater than 7 working days:
Students seeking an extension of more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special
Consideration Policy , preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date.
Extension of time for submission of assessable work procedure: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=7usdbki1fjf31
Plagiarism:
Students are reminded that cheating, whether by fabrication, falsification of data, or plagiarism, is an offence subject to University disciplinary procedures. Plagiarism in oral, written or visual presentations is the presentation of the work, idea or creation of another person, without appropriate referencing, as though it is one’s own. Plagiarism is not acceptable. The use of another person’s work or ideas must be acknowledged. Failure to do so may result in charges of academic misconduct which carry a range of penalties including cancellation of results and exclusion from your course. Students are responsible for ensuring that their work is kept in a secure place. It is also a disciplinary offence for students to allow their work to be plagiarized by another student. Students should be aware of their rights and responsibilities regarding the use of copyright material.
RMIT Plagiarism Policy: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=sg4yfqzod48g1
Complaints:
RMIT University is committed to providing a harmonious study and work environment for all students and staff. The University recognises your right to raise concerns about academic, administrative or support services without recrimination and has policies and procedures to assist in the resolution of complaints.
Most issues are resolved at the local level and you are encouraged to take steps to resolve your issue locally. The student complaint procedure details steps to take if your problem is not resolved or you believe the response you received is unreasonable.
Student Complaints Policy: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=tk82eodesmot1
Student complaints Procedure: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=i1lexipvjt22
Student Complaints Form: http://mams.rmit.edu.au/v4ujvmyojugxz.pdf
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