Translation B-A 3 (German-Catalan)
Code: 101332Credits: 6
| Degree programme | Type | Course |
|---|---|---|
| Translation and Interpreting | OB | 3 |
Contact lecturer
- Name :
- Joan Ferrarons i Llagostera
- Email :
- joan.ferrarons@uab.cat
Group languages
You can consult this information at the end of the document.
Prerequisites
At the beginning of the course the student must be able to:
-Demonstrate that they have and possess knowledge of the basic methodological principles that govern translation and the basic professional and instrumental aspects and of the elementary problems of contrastivity of the linguistic combination.
-Apply this knowledge to solving translation problems of non-specialized genres in standard language.
-Integrate this knowledge in order to make judgments on aspects related to the translation of non-specialized genres and of different types in standard language.
Objectives
The main objective of this subject is to develop the ability to solve problems of translation of non-specialized texts with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references, from various fields and with various functions.
At the end of the course the student must be able to:
- Demonstrate understanding and knowledge of the methodological principles that govern translation and the professional and instrumental aspects, and the problems of contrastivity of the linguistic combination.
-Apply this knowledge to the solution of translation problems of non-specialized genres with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references, from various fields and with different functions.
-Integrate this knowledge in order to make judgments on issues related to the translation of non-specialized genres with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references, from different fields and with different functions.
-Transmit information, ideas, problems and solutions related to the translation of non-specialized genres with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references, from different fields and functions.
Learning outcomes
- Applying lexical, morphosyntactic, textual, rhetorical and linguistic variation related knowledge: Applying graphical, lexical, morphosyntactic, textual, rhetorical and linguistic variation related knowledge.
- Implementing strategies in order to produce written texts of different fields and with specific communicative purposes: Implementing strategies in order to produce non-specialised written texts from different fields and of different functions, with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references.
- Producing written texts that are appropriate to their context and possess linguistic correctness: Producing non-specialised written texts with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references, from several fields and with several functions, that are appropriate to their context and possess linguistic correctness.
- Solving interferences between the working languages: Solving interferences between the working languages.
- Implementing strategies in order to understand written texts from different fields: Implementing strategies in order to comprehend different kinds of non-specialised written texts from different fields and of different functions, with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references.
- Comprehending the communicative purpose and sense of written texts of several fields: Comprehending the communicative purpose and sense of non-specialised written texts from different fields and of different functions with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references.
- Identifying the need to mobilise cultural knowledge in order to translate: Identifying the need to mobilise cultural knowledge in order to translate non-specialised written texts from different fields and of different functions, with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references.
- Implementing strategies to acquire cultural knowledge in order to translate: Implementing strategies to acquire cultural knowledge in order to translate non-specialised written texts from different fields and of different functions, with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references.
- Incorporating cultural knowledge in order to solve translation problems: Incorporating cultural knowledge in order to solve translation problems of non-specialised written texts from different fields and of different functions, with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references.
- Students must demonstrate they know the technological resources needed to translate: Students must demonstrate they know the technological resources in order to edit non-specialised written texts from different fields and of different functions, with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references.
- Applying technological resources in order to solve translation problems: Incorporating technological resources in order to solve translation problems of non-specialised written texts from different fields and of different functions, with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references.
- Formulating the appropriate informative needs in order to translate: Formulating the proper informational needs in order to translate non-specialised written texts from different fields and of different functions, with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references.
- Identifying the existing (digital and analogue) information sources in order to translate: Identifying the existing (digital and analogue) information sources in order to translate non-specialised written texts from different fields and of different functions, with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references.
- Successfully interrogating the documentation sources in order to translate: Successfully interrogating the documentation sources in order to translate non-specialised written texts from different fields and of different functions, with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references.
- Assessing the obtained results in the information retrieval process in order to translate: Assessing the obtained results in the information retrieval process in order to translate non-specialised written texts from different fields and of different functions, with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references.
- Applying the documentation resources in order to solve translation problems: Applying the documentation resources in order to translate non-specialised written texts from different fields and of different functions, with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references.
- Identifying the translation as an act of communication that is addressed to a recipient: Identifying the translation as an act of communication that is addressed to a recipient.
- Identifying the textual and dynamic nature of the translation equivalence: Identifying the textual and dynamic nature of the translation equivalence.
- Students must demonstrate they know the functioning of the translation labour market: Students must demonstrate they know the functioning of the translation labour market.
- Handling problems related to the practice of the profession of translator: Handling problems related to the practice of the profession of translator.
- Identifying the specific translation problems of non-specialised texts: Identifying the basic translation problems of non-specialised written texts from different fields and of different functions, with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references.
- Appropriately following the different phases for the creation of a translation and carrying out the assigned tasks: Appropriately following the different phases for the translation of non-specialised written texts from different fields and from different functions, with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references.
- Using the appropriate strategies and techniques in order to solve translation problems: Using the fundamental strategies and techniques in order to solve basic translation problems of non-specialised written texts from different fields and of different functions, with problems of linguistic variation and cultural references.
- Finding the most appropriate translation solution in each case: Finding the most appropriate translation solution in each case.
- Learning in a strategic, independent and continuous manner: Searching for documentary evidence in order to provide more information.
- Identifying the main ethical principles in the professional practice.
- Applying these principles to the resolution of professional tasks.
Contents
- The resolution of translation problems derived from cultural references: tourist guides, comics, fragments of novels, journalistic articles on various topics, etc.
- The solution of translation problems derived from the textual tone (vulgar, informal, formal, solemn, etc.): informal and formal letters, comics, script texts, etc.
- The resolution of translation problems derived from the textual mode (written to be read aloud, written to be pronounced, etc.): in lectures, speeches (inaugural, closing, etc.), dialogues, interviews , etc.
- Solving translation problems arising from the style of the text: press articles, excerpts from essays, reports, novels, etc.
- Professional aspects: fundamental codes of ethics and most important associations; general conditions of benefit; rates; introduction to budgeting and billing.
- Use of tools (technological and documentation) for the translation of non-specialized texts with problems of linguistic variation (mode, tone and style) and cultural references.
Learning activities and methodology
| Title | Hours | ECTS | Learning outcomes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Problem solving and translation activities | 53 | 2.12 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 |
| Tasks related to translation and self-assessment preparation | 15 | 0.6 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 |
| Preparation of translations, exercises and information search | 75 | 3 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 |
- Learning based on translation exercises proposed by the teacher and problem solving.
- Approach based on translation tasks.
- Presentation of individual or group work.
- The contents of the subject will be worked on in class in a practical way.
Assessment
Continuous assessment activities
| Title | Weight | Hours | ECTS | Learning outcomes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Final translation test | 40% | 3 | 0.12 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 |
| Tasks related to translation aspects | 30% | 2 | 0.08 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27 |
| Assignments relating to aspects of translation | 30% | 2 | 0.08 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 22 |
Assessment
Assessment is continuous. Students must provide evidence of their progress by completing various tasks and tests. Tasks and tests deadlines will be indicated in the course schedule on the first day of class. The information on assessment activities and their weighting is a guide. The subject's lecturer will provide full information when teaching begins.
Single assessment
This subject may be assessed under the single assessment system in accordance with the terms established in the academic regulations of the UAB and the assessment criteria of the Faculty of Translation and Interpreting.
Students must make an online request within the period established by the Faculty and send a copy to the lecturer responsible for the subject, for the record.
Single assessment will be carried out in person on one day during week 16 or 17 of the semester. The Academic Management Office will publish the exact date and time on the faculty website.
On the day of the single assessment, the lecturer will ask the student for identification, which should be presented as a valid identification document with a recent photograph (student card, DNI/NIE or passport).
Single assessment will include a minimum of three assessment activities of different types, as stated in the assessment guidelines.
Grade revision and retake procedures for the subject are the same as those for continual assessment (see below).
Review
When publishing final marks prior to recording them on students' transcripts, the lecturer will provide written notification of a date and time for reviewing assessment activities. Students must arrange reviews in agreement with the lecturer.
Missed/failed assessment activities
Students may retake assessment activities they have failed or compensate for any they have missed, provided that those they have actually performed account for a minimum of 66.6% (two thirds) of the subject's final mark and that they have a weighted average mark of at least 3.5.
The lecturer will inform students of the procedure involved, in writing, when publishing final marks prior to recording them on transcripts. The lecturer may set one assignment per failed or missed assessment activity or a single assignment to cover a number of such activities. Under no circumstances may an assessment activity worth 100% of the final mark be retaken or compensated for.
In case of retaking, maximum grade will be 5 (Pass).
Classification as “not assessable”
In the event of the assessment activities a student has performed accounting for just 25% or less of the subject's final mark, their work will be classified as “not assessable” on their transcript.
Misconduct in assessment activities
Any irregularity committed during an assessment (academic fraud, copying, plagiarism, or misuse of AI, unless expressly authorized in the course syllabus) that could lead to a significant change in the grade will result in a grade of 0 for that assessment. If multiple irregularities occur during assessments for the same course, the final grade for that course will be 0. Furthermore, disciplinary proceedings may be initiated against any individual who commits any of these irregularities.
In the event of a possible irregularity, the lecturer may invite the student to an interview, which will be regarded as supplementary assessment evidence.
Restricted use of AI tools
In this course, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies may or may not be permitted, depending on the activity. The permitted and prohibited uses in each case will be detailed in the course introduction. Students must clearly identify which parts were generated using AI technologies, specify the tools used, and include a critical reflection on how these tools influenced the process and the final result of the activity. Misuse or inappropriate use of AI tools, as well as a lack of transparency regarding their use, will be considered a serious misconduct.
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Diccionaris bilingües
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Recursos digitals
-Diccionari d’ús de la llengua alemanya: http://wortschatz.uni-leipzig.de
-Diccionari alemany de modismes i frases fetes: http://www.redensartenindex.de/suche.php
-Reculls de diccionaris: http://yourdictionary.com
http://www.lexikon.ch/thesauri/index.php
Software
Unless otherwise specified, the use of machine translation software and artificial intelligence programmes is not allowed.
Course groups and languages
The information provided is provisional until November 30. After this date, you will be able to consult the language of each group through this link. To access the information, you will need to enter the course CODE