JAPN 442 - Translation and Interpretation

Description:
Translation into English of Japanese textual material drawn from a wide range of sources. Course will be offered on even numbered years (Spring).

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: JAPN 363.

Credits: (5)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Recognize common reference materials and tools (dictionaries, lexicons, online databases, etc.) used in translation of Japanese into English and choose the appropriate materials for subject matter in source language.
Recognize and differentiate among the most commonly read textual sources in Japanese culture and public opinion.
Compare and contrast salient features of Japanese orthographic change over the last 150 years.
Perform translation from Japanese to English at a level of accuracy commensurate with professional translator competency.
Apply translation theory to examples of translation.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
2/1/18

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