Translation Technology
- Module Code:
- 15PLIH049
- Credits:
- 15
- FHEQ Level:
- 7
- Taught in:
- Term 1
Objectives and learning outcomes of the module
On successful completion of this module a student should will be able to:
- acquire knowledge of the historical development of translation technology
- acquire a critical understanding of the concept of CAT tools and its effect on translation
- acquire practical knowledge of how to successfully translate with SDL Trados
- acquire practical knowledge of how to manage a translation project including editing and reviewing a large translation project using SDL Trados
- acquire skills in producing a term base and corpora to assist in their translation and research projects
- acquire the use of research skills using information technology
Workload
Total of 10 weeks teaching with 2 hours classroom contact per week consisting of a lecture.
Scope and syllabus
- An introduction to the history and development of translation technologies
- A critical introduction to CAT tools
- A practical introduction to SDL Trados
- Editing and reviewing with SDL Trados
- Terminology extraction using corpus tools including Antconc and Sketch Engine
- Terminology management using SDL MultiTerm
- An introduction to translation project management
- A translation simulation project integrating Translation technologies
- Critical assessment of translation technology
Method of assessment
- One Essay (1,500 words) (50%)
- One Reflective and critical assessment of the translation technologies taught on the module (1,500 words) (50%)
- The exact assessment deadline dates are published on the relevant module Moodle/BLE page
Suggested reading
- Bowker, L. and Pearson, J. (2002) Working with Specialized Language: A Practical Guide to Using Corpora. London: Routledge
- Quah, C. K. (2006) Translation and Technology. Palgrave Macmillan.
- Bowker, L. (2002) Computer-Aided Translation Technology: a Practical introduction. University of Ottawa Press
- Austermuhl, F. ( 2001) Electronic tools for translators. Manchester: St. Jerome