Translation and Interpreting Studies (TIS) Courses
TIS 3003. Theory and Practice of Interpreting. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
A survey of approaches to the practice and theory of interpreting with practice in a variety of modalities (simultaneous, consecutive, sight translation) and domains (e.g., legal, medical, conferences). May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Formerly titled: "Introduction to Translation and Interpreting."). Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
TIS 3013. Theory and Practice of Translation. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Designed for students who feel prepared to engage in upper-division Spanish coursework. A survey of approaches to the practice and theory of translation with hands-on practice in a variety of genres. Students will be introduced to the realities of language mediation professions and the main concepts in translation and interpreting studies theory. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Formerly titled: "Translation and Interpreting for the Language Specialist."). Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
TIS 3023. Interpreting in Legal Settings. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Designed for students who feel prepared to engage in upper-division coursework in Spanish. This course prepares students to interpret in legal settings between Spanish and English by exploring interpreter training in the US, ethics in court interpreting, professional certification, language access legislation and civil rights, terminology building, current research trends in legal interpreting, and by developing interpreting skills and strategies. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
TIS 3033. Interpreting in Medical Settings. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Designed for students who feel prepared to engage in upper-division coursework in Spanish. This course aims to prepare students to interpret in medical settings between Spanish and English by providing a panoramic overview of biomedical culture in the US, body systems and anatomy, medical terminology, and by developing interpreting skills and strategies. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
TIS 4013. Topics in Translation and Interpreting Studies. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: One course in TIS is strongly recommended.
This course represents an opportunity to explore Spanish/English translation and interpreting-related topics in depth, including translation and interpreting in specialized domains such as medical and legal settings; translation studies through film; translators and interpreters in fiction; the sociology of translation; or research methods in translation studies. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48.
TIS 4033. Advanced Practice in Healthcare Interpreting. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: TIS 3033 or SPN 3053 strongly recommended. Designed for students who feel prepared to engage in upper-division Spanish coursework. Advanced practice in interpreting in healthcare settings between Spanish and English. Students will strengthen their skills in the three modes of interpreting (simultaneous, consecutive, and sight translation) while receiving detailed, ongoing individual feedback. (Formerly TIS 3043. Credit cannot be earned for both TIS 3043 and TIS 4033.). Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; MM01 $7; STLF $18.48; DL01 $75.
TIS 4043. Practice in Legal Interpreting. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
This course is highly recommended for students seeking upper-division Spanish coursework. This course covers the practice of interpreting in legal and extrajudicial settings between Spanish and English. Students will strengthen their skills in the three modes of interpreting (simultaneous, consecutive, and sight translation) and will examine issues related to professionalization, language access, and interpreting in specialized domains such as courts, law enforcement, or immigration settings. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27.
TIS 4913. Independent Study. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Permission in writing (form available) from the instructor, the student's advisor, the Department Chair, and the Dean of the College in which the course is offered. Independent reading, research, discussion, and/or writing under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit, but not more than 6 semester credit hours of independent study, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor's degree. Course Fee: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48; MM01 $7.
