Translation Technology. ((3 Credits))

Catalog description

Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing Provides students the practice and exposure to become proficient in the use of CAT (Computer-Assisted Translation) tools, which is crucial for competitive entry into the language services industry. Prepares students and translators of any language to obtain one or more certifications for industry-leading CAT tools, such as Trados, memoQ, and Phrase. Describes machine translation technology from its origins to the current state of the science. Investigates the foundational principles of terminology management. Lab access fee of $12 applies.