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INT 1000 - Introduction to the Interpreting Profession (Credit Hours: 3)

College Credit02 - Postsecondary Vocational
Course Details

Description

This course serves as an introduction to the profession of sign language interpreting. Topics include historical foundations, terminology, and professional standards related to the profession. Students will discuss the interpreting process, gain insight into the role of a sign language interpreter and explore the necessary linguistic, cultural, ethical, and technical competencies related to the profession. The significance of English comprehension within the interpreting process is explored through introductory exercises aimed at main idea dentification and summarization. Course content is relevant to professionals who serve members of the Deaf community in industries such as human resources, education, social services, healthcare, emergency services, and mental health. Enrollment in the ASL/English Interpreting program is not a prerequisite for this course.

Prerequisites

Qualify for enrollment in ENC 1101/ENC 1101C and ASL 1150 with a grade of C or higher

Corequisites

ASL 1150 with a grade of C or higher

Conditions

This course can be taken by students not enrolled in the ASL/English Interpreting program to satisfy associate in arts elective credits.

Credits

3

Contact Hours

3

Applicable Programs

A.A., A.S., T.C.

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