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Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	German Scientific/Technical Translation
Module Code	GE504
School	SALIS
Online Module Resources
Module Teacher	Eithne O'Connell
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

The module involves instruction and practice in translation techniques for a variety of texttypes from the domains of science and technology from German as a source language into English as atarget language.

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate an ability to apply advanced translation strategies for a variety of text types within the domains of science and technology and from German as a source language into English as a target language.
2. Create native-speaker, domain-specialist level target language texts, which are fluent and accuratetranslations of the source text.
3. Work under pressure of time to create advanced translations using a computer and an array of online and hard-copy resources.
4. Locate, critically evaluate and utilise relevant terminological/textual resources, including those created by international standards bodies, (inter)national associations, and commercial companies.

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Tutorial	24	interactive translation practice classes
Directed learning	48	completion of weekly translation tasks
Independent learning	45	reading in translation theory and technical areas related to coursework
Independent learning time	6	exam preparation
Examination	2	practical translation exam
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Materials.
Texts for translation will be drawn from a variety of sources e.g. technical reports, specialist journal articles, technical manuals and promotional material, on topics covering different areas of science and technology..

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	0%	Examination Weight	100%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Other Resources

None

Array

Programme or List of Programmes

ALIST

BA in Applied Language and Intercultural

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GDip in Applied Lang & Intercul Studies

HMSA

Study Abroad (Humanities & Soc Science)

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