Course Title: Negotiate translating and interpreting assignments
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2023
Course Code: LANG5827C
Course Title: Negotiate translating and interpreting assignments
Important Information:
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School: 535T Social Care and Health
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6154 - Advanced Diploma of Interpreting (LOTE-English)
Course Contact: Ya-Ping Kuo
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 3771
Course Contact Email: ya-ping.kuo@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 25
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 describes the skills required to apply current and relevant standards of professional and ethical behaviour by translators and interpreters in complex settings and interactions. The unit requires knowledge of professional codes of ethics and the development and maintenance of professional judgement. It requires the ability to consider a wide range of professional issues and to reflect on and continuously develop a highly informed approach to practice. This unit will be delivered in a cluster as follows.
Ethics Cluster (3 units)
- LANG5826C Apply codes and standards to professional judgement
- LANG5827C Negotiate translating and interpreting assignments
- LANG5832C Maintain and enhance professional practice
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
PSPTIS101 Negotiate translating and interpreting assignments |
Element: |
1. Collect and assess assignment information |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Clarify the scope of assignments with clients, including terms and conditions and any specific requirements. 1.2 Analyse background information for details of the nature and conditions of assignments. 1.3 Identify performance expectations and their implications for undertaking the assignment. |
Element: |
2. Assess ability to complete assignment |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Identify and assess limits and responsibilities and their implications. 2.2 Undertake risk analysis and identify concerns. 2.3 Seek advice to inform decision-making process 2.4 Evaluate personal competence and preparedness to satisfy assignment requirements and areas for negotiation with clients. |
Element: |
3. Respond to assignment proposal |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Provide information to clients or booking agency on terms, conditions and conventions to inform an agreed arrangement. 3.2 Negotiate approach and working and remuneration conditions with clients or booking agency 3.3 Advise client or booking agency of decision to accept or decline the assignment. 3.4 Review decision-making process and record outcomes and agreements for future reference. |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities may include class instructions, practical demonstrations, class discussions and practice and group/individual work.
Teaching Schedule
Please visit Canvas - Syllabus for weekly teaching schedule. This cluster will be delivered F2F on campus.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The unit is supported online using Canvas. The Canvas gives access to important announcements, staff contacts details, the teaching schedule, assessment timelines and a variety of important teaching and learning materials. Access to Canvas can be found at myRMIT www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit
RMIT's Learning Lab (https://emedia.rmit.edu.au/learninglab/welcome) is a site developed for students at RMIT. It provides links to a range of resources for supporting student work on assessments and negotiating university studies more generally.
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/activities may include, but are not limited to:
- Role plays
- Observation checklists
- Teacher directed group activities
- Individual/group research activities within the T&I industry and/or relevant domains to the professional practice such as courts, hospitals, trade expos etc.
- Evidence demonstrating application of codes and standards
- Practical demonstration of understanding and application of codes and standards in selected scenarios and simulated activities
Assessment Tasks
Type |
Marking Criteria |
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AT1 - Negotiate |
LANG5827C – Negotiate Assignments AT1 |
These assessments are to be completed outside of class time. You will be assessed against the criteria listed in the marking guide in Section B of the task guide. To achieve a satisfactory result, you will need to address all criteria satisfactorily. |
AT1 – Industry Codes |
LANG5826C – Industry Codes AT1 |
GRADING INFORMATION
This course uses a competency-based assessment and will be graded as follows:
CA (Competency Achieved)
NYC (Not Yet Competent)
DNS (Did Not Submit)
All competency-based assessment tasks for this course must be completed at the required level (see the elements and key performance criteria for each unit) in order to achieve a CA (Competency Achieved) award. If a student has not completed ALL the assessment tasks or they have completed but some or all are not at the required level, they will be assessed as NYC (Not Yet Competent).
If a student does not submit assessment tasks at all, a DNS result will be entered.
Important: Students must complete each and every assessment and be assessed competent in each and every assessment in order to pass the relevant unit(s) and the whole cluster.
Assessment Matrix
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Element |
Performance criteria |
Task 1 |
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1. Collect and assess assignment information |
1.1 Clarify the scope of assignments with clients, including terms and conditions and any specific requirements. |
Job 1 & 2, Part A (a-c) |
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1.2 Analyse background information for details of the nature and conditions of assignments. |
Job 1 & 2, Part A (d) |
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1.3 Identify performance expectations and their implications for undertaking the assignment. |
Job 1 & 2, Part B (Q1) |
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2. Assess ability to complete assignment |
2.1 Identify and assess limits and responsibilities and their implications. |
Job 1 & 2, Part A, B (Q1) |
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2.2 Undertake risk analysis and identify concerns. |
Job 1 & 2, Part B – Q3,4 |
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2.3 Seek advice to inform decision-making process |
Job 1 & 2, Part B – Q5 |
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2.4 Evaluate personal competence and preparedness to satisfy assignment requirements and areas for negotiation with clients. |
Job 1 & 2, Part B – Q2 |
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3. Respond to assignment proposal |
3.1 Provide information to clients or booking agency on terms, conditions and conventions to inform an agreed arrangement. |
Job 1 & 2, Part A |
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3.2 Negotiate approach and working and remuneration conditions with clients or booking agency |
Job 1 & 2, Part A |
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3.3 Advise client or booking agency of decision to accept or decline the assignment. |
Job 1 & 2, Part C |
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3.4 Review decision-making process and record outcomes and agreements for future reference. |
Job 1, Part D (Q2) Section 2, Part D (Q1) |
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Performance Evidence | |
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Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. | |
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If not otherwise specified, the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion. |
Task 1 |
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Job 1, Part D (Q4) Job 2, Part D (Q3) |
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Job 1 & 2, Part A, B (Q1) |
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Job 1, Part D (Q3) Job 2, Part D (Q2) |
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Job 1 & 2, Part A (d, e, h) |
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Job 1 & 2, Part A (e) |
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Job 1 & 2, Part B (Q2) |
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Knowledge Evidence | |
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Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. | |
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If not otherwise specified, the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate. |
Task 1 |
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Job 1, Part B (Q4) |
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Job 1 & 2, Part B (Q3) |
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Job 1, Part D (Q1b) |
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Job 1 & 2, Part A |
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Job 1 & 2, Part A (g), Part B (Q2) |
Other Information
Learning Resources
RMIT Library
The University Library provides extensive services, facilities and study space as well as comprehensive collections of books, periodicals and other course related materials, such as DVD’s, magazines, slides, films etc. Computer laboratories with access to a wide range of desktop publishing software are also available. The library also has an expanding virtual collection of electronic resources and networks, including product data, e-books, electronic journals and newspapers, web based tutorials, online reference and document delivery services etc., all of which are accessible on campus, and off campus 24 hours per day. More information on library resources and services can be found at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library
The Learning Lab is a collection of web-based resources including tip sheets and interactive tutorials on study skills, writing, English language development and maths. Access RMIT’s Learning Lab online via this link: http://www.dlsweb.rmit.edu.au/lsu/
Assessment Tasks : Applying for an Extension
Extension of time for assessment tasks may be granted where circumstances beyond your control prevent submission by the published due date. An application for extension of time must be lodged with your tutor or the course coordinator as early as possible, and no later than one working day before the due date for submission.
You can apply for extension using the University’s Extension Application Form – http://mams.rmit.edu.au/seca86tti4g4z.pdf – or by emailing your course coordinator or tutor directly.
An extension of up to seven calendar days may be granted if good reason can be demonstrated. Include supporting evidence (such as medical certificates) with your application.
Extensions beyond seven calendar days cannot be granted by course coordinators, tutors or the School. To apply for an extension of time greater than seven calendar days you must lodge an application for Special Consideration.
Applying for Special Consideration
If you are seeking an extension of more than seven calendar days (from the original due date) you must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form, preferably prior to, but no later than two working days after the official due date. Late applications will only be accepted in exceptional circumstances. For information about Special Consideration and how to apply, see: http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration
No assessment task shall be accepted more than three weeks after the due date without special consideration.
Assessment Appeals
If you believe your assessment result or final result is wrong please contact the course coordinator and provide the reason why you think your result is incorrect. Valid reasons for seeking a review of results include:
a) You believe an error has occurred in the calculation of the grade; or,
b) You believe the assessment did not comply with criteria published in the Course Guide; or,
c) You believe the assessment did not comply with University Policies on Assessment (i.e. an error in process has occurred).
Full details of the procedure (including appeals procedure) can be located at this RMIT site: http://www.rmit.edu.au/policies/academic#assessment
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity means honesty and responsibility in scholarship through respecting the work of others whilst having the freedom to build new insights, new knowledge and ideas. RMIT University upholds the values of academic integrity as fundamental to the scholarship undertaken by all members of its community. Whenever you refer to another person’s research or ideas (either by directly quoting or paraphrasing them) you must acknowledge your source.
If you are even in doubt about how to properly cite a reference, consult your lecturer or the academic integrity website: http://www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity The RMIT library provides tools to assist with your referencing http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/info-trek/referencing
Plagiarism and Collusion
Plagiarism and collusion constitute extremely serious academic misconduct, and are forms of cheating. You are reminded that cheating, whether by fabrication, falsification of data, or plagiarism, is an offence subject to University disciplinary procedures. Plagiarism is the presentation of the work, idea or creation of another person as though it is your own. It is a form of cheating and is a very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University. Plagiarised material can be drawn from, and presented in, written, graphic and visual form, including electronic data, and oral presentations. Plagiarism occurs when the origin of the material used is not appropriately cited. Plagiarism is not acceptable.
Examples of plagiarism include:
Copying sentences or paragraphs word-for-word from one or more sources, whether published or unpublished, which could include but is not limited to books, journals, reports, theses, websites, conference papers, course notes, etc. without proper citation;
- Closely paraphrasing sentences, paragraphs, ideas or themes without proper citation;
- Piecing together text from one or more sources and adding only linking sentences;
- Copying or submitting whole or parts of computer files without acknowledging their source;
- Copying designs or works of art and submitting them as your original work;
- Copying a whole or any part of another student’s work; and
- Submitting work as your own that someone else has done for you.
- Enabling Plagiarism: the act of assisting or allowing another person to plagiarise or to copy your own work is also an offence.
For further information, please see the RMIT Plagiarism Policy – http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse (unresolved);ID=sg4yfqzod48g1 (unresolved) – and the RMIT Student Discipline Statute and Regulations - http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse (unresolved);ID=11jgnnjgg70y (unresolved)
Plagiarism Software
The originality verification software Turnitin may be used in this course. For details, see: http://www.turnitin.com
Complaints Procedure:
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/policies/studentcomplaintspolicy
Student complaints Procedure: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse (unresolved);ID=i1lexipvjt22 (unresolved)
Student Complaints Form: http://mams.rmit.edu.au/v4ujvmyojugxz.pdf
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