SIGL 204 Introduction to the Interpreting Field

This course introduces students to (1) basic philosophy, historical perspectives, principles, and terminology related to the interpreting field; (2) ethical considerations; (3) rights, roles, and responsibilities of all individuals involved in the communication process; (4) various sign systems; (5) the growth and development of sign language interpreting as a profession. Required for Sign Language majors. 

Credits

3 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

48

Semester Contact Hours Lab

0

Prerequisite

SIGL 101 with ‘C’ or better

Notes

Required for Sign Language majors.

SIGL 204Introduction to the Interpreting Field

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I. General Information

Department

II. Course Specification

Course Type

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Credit Hours Narrative

3 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

48

Semester Contact Hours Lab

0

Prerequisite Narrative

SIGL 101 with ‘C’ or better

Notes and Advisories (only if included in catalog)

Required for Sign Language majors.

Repeatable

No

III. Catalog Course Description

This course introduces students to (1) basic philosophy, historical perspectives, principles, and terminology related to the interpreting field; (2) ethical considerations; (3) rights, roles, and responsibilities of all individuals involved in the communication process; (4) various sign systems; (5) the growth and development of sign language interpreting as a profession. Required for Sign Language majors. 

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

• identify sign language interpreters as professional communicators and to explore what that profession contains.
• explain the field of sign language interpreting to motivate further study or interest, and to encourage becoming a more knowledgeable citizen of a diverse community.
• identify consumers and to clarify their basic needs in the interpreting process
• identify the process of interpreting, interpreting terminology, and ethical behaviors associated with the sign language interpreter.
• distinguish the sign language interpreter from the signing communicator.
• identify different associations involved in the profession of sign language interpreting.

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

VI. Delivery Methodologies