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JAPN 304 - Introduction to Translation & Interpretation


This course is an introduction to translating and interpreting that provides an overview of the knowledge necessary for the fields of translation and interpretation. Students will study general issues involved in translating and interpreting and building the foundation of knowledge and techniques including rapid reading, analyzing, summarizing and paraphrasing, listening comprehension and shadowing. Taught in Japanese.

Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: JAPN 300  or equivalent with a C- or better)

University Requirement: WCLP World Culture and Language Proficiency-BA
Typically Offered: Fall term only - odd years

Units: 4