ASL 2300 - Introduction to Interpreting

Institution:

Utah Tech University

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Description:

Focuses on the process of interpreting spoken English to American Sign Language and American Sign Language to spoken English. Course allows students to become familiar with the profession of interpreting including; legislation, history, ethics, terminology, and the variety of professional workplaces and the certification process. A variety of teaching methods are employed, including lecture, videos, guest lecturers, practice interpreting sessions and recording videos for self-evaluation of signing skills. This course is a prerequisite for advanced interpreting courses required for an American Sign Language Interpreting Emphasis. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Evaluate the various laws that regulate the interpreting profession in Utah. 2. Describe the history of the interpreting profession. 3. Analyze the Code of Professional Conduct that applies to the interpreting profession. 4. Express the unique terminology associated with the interpreting profession. 5. Explain the various workplaces for interpreters. 6. Explain the Utah Certification process. 7. Explain the National Certification process. SP

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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