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Not offered in 2007
The unit consists of two components: the practice of consecutive interpreting and listening comprehension. Topics in consecutive interpreting include general social and cultural issues, and business at a level that para-professional interpreters are likely to encounter in Australian situations. In listening comprehension, students interpret authentic interviews and talks. They also practice sight translation in both languages. Students will gain an understanding of the basic theories of interpreting. Students will gain an understanding of the basic theories of interpreting.
Assignment: 20%
Mid-semester test (15 minutes each): 20%
End-of-semester test (30 minutes each): 60%
2 hours per week