Translation and Interpreting for Science, Engineering and Technology (CHIN7666)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2023
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Faculty
Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
School
Languages & Cultures School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Attendance mode
In Person
Class hours
Lecture 2 Hours/ Week
Prerequisite
CHIN7141, CHIN7142 and CHIN7150
Assessment methods
Translation project (600 words), Medical knowledge assignment (600 words), Medical interpreting exam
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Course description
This course introduces students to translation and interpreting between English and Chinese for science, engineering and technology. It includes translation and interpreting skills, contextual knowledge, and research skills involved in doing T&I for SET. It also covers readings and case studies of T&I in SET.
