ITP 121 - Introduction to Interpreting I

Credit(s) 4.00
Lecture Hours: 4.00
This course introduces students to the historical and theoretical aspects of sign language interpreting, as well as concepts of professional ethical decision making skills. This course will cover basic interpreting skills and techniques with opportunity for application and practice in both American Sign Language (ASL) and English.

Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of C- in ASL 245 or ASL 251
SLOs:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Define key terminology in the field of sign language interpreting.
Describe historical models and development of interpreting as a profession.
Discuss current and historical theories and approaches to the interpreting process.
Apply skills and techniques to begin interpreting between English and American Sign Language (ASL).
Discuss cultural factors involved in the interpreting process.
Describe aspects of ethical decision-making, ethical fitness, and ethical maturity.