Intro to Span Interp

Catalog description

Introduction to Spanish and English bilingual skills for a career as an interpreter or translator. Learn about the various industries that employ bilingual skills to provide interpreting and translating services for business, medical, legal, government, and education. Course includes proper translation of industry terminology, written and verbal translation techniques, three methods of interpretation (Consecutive, Simultaneous, and Sight Translation), professional role, and code of ethics. Topics also include exploring AI tools in interpreting and translating. Students must be fluent in both Spanish and English (oral and written) to be confirmed by instructor with first assignment.