ITR 291 - Judiciary Term & Sight Trans

Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open

Identification of the origins of judiciary terminology. Advanced sight translation training focusing on court/ law enforcement documents. Lexicographical training in locating, understanding and using frequently used legal terminology in judicial proceedings. Intensive practice in sight translating the following types of judicial documents: trial information and indictments, waivers of detention hearings, plea agreements and presentencing reports.
Prerequisite: ITR 910 or admission to the Interpretation & Translation-Judiciary program