Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Adviser Name:_______________________ | Catalog: 2016-2017 Course Catalog Program: Interpretation & Translation - Generalist Minimum Credits Required:__________________ | |||||||
Interpretation & Translation - GeneralistThe Interpretation & Translation-Generalist certificate is designed to prepare functionally bilingual students for entry-level employment as general, nonspecialized interpreters or translators. Students must hold a college degree (AA, AS, AAS, Bachelor or higher) to enter the ITR Generalist certificate program. Upon completion, students should be able to provide basic interpreting and translation services between English and their other language(s) in nonspecialized contexts such as customer service, call center, intake, receptionist, general office, supervision of bilingual employees and human resources. The program is designed for functionally bilingual students who wish to add general interpreting and translation skills to their current set of job skills, or functionally bilingual workers who seek to qualify for differential pay based on their bilingual skills at their current jobs that require contact with Limited English Proficient customers, clients or employees. Graduates of the ITR Generalist certificate are also eligible to apply to one of the specialized Interpretation & Translation certificate programs: Business, Education, Healthcare, Human Services or Judiciary. ITR Generalist certificate students complete basic courses in Interpretation & Translation, as well as ethics. Note: Students interested in interpretation and translation who do not already possess a college degree (AA, AS, AAS, Bachelor or higher) should consider the Interpretation & Translation Associate of Applied Science degree. A program chairperson and a program counselor are available to assist students with education and career planning. Employment opportunities for general interpreters and translators are currently found in all industries and businesses where nonspecialized interpretation and translation services are needed. There are also many volunteer opportunities. Note: Interpretation & Translation employment in specialized areas, including legal, medical, social services, education fields and many businesses, requires specialized training and/or certification. Students interested in those fields should consider completing one of the specialized Interpretation & Translation certificates after completing the ITR Generalist certificate. For more information about the Interpretation & Translation-Generalist certificate, please visit our website at www.dmacc.edu/programs/itr. Location: Urban (NOTE : All Interpretation & Translation courses are online.)Students start in the Fall semester of any yearStudents should contact the ITR academic advisor for planning, as courses are only offered once per year. Program Entry Requirements:
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Semester 1 | ||||||||
Course Name | Credits: | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed | ||||
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ITR 101 - Intro Interpret & Translation | Credits: 3 | |||||||
ITR 102 - Tools Interpret & Translate Corequisite: ITR 101 or permission of instructor | Credits: 3 | |||||||
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Course Name | Credits: | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed | ||||
ITR 103 - Fundamentals of Interpretation Prerequisite: ITR 101, ITR 102 or instructor permission | Credits: 3 | |||||||
ITR 104 - Fundamentals of Translation Prerequisite: ITR 101 and a functional proficiency in English and a second language or instructor permission | Credits: 3 | |||||||
Semester 3 | ||||||||
Course Name | Credits: | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed | ||||
ITR 109 - Interp/Trans Ethics I Prerequisite: Complete three required ITR courses with a minimum grade of “C” | Credits: 3 | |||||||
ITR 910 - Emphasis Seminar Prerequisite: ITR 103 or ITR 104 or instructor permission | Credits: 3 | |||||||
Total Credits Required for the Interpretation & Translation - Generalist Certificate - 18These credits are applicable to the AAS degree in Interpretation & Translation . | ||||||||
Fixed CostsTuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$147.00 per creditThe costs for each program are estimates and subject to change. | ||||||||
Varied Costs
Approximate total cost of this certificate: $3,446* * Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost. | ||||||||
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Nondiscrimination PolicyDes Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in employment, hiring practices or the provision of services, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and marital status), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability and genetic information. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law. Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. For information about the ADA, the Section 504/ADA Coordinator may be contacted at 515-964-6857. For Title IX questions and concerns contact 515-964-6850. (2016) | ||||||||
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