TI 57A - Simultaneous Interpreting I

    Recent Professors
    Esperanza Outeirino
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    20 students
    Difficulty
    4.5Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    TI 055 with C or better
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course will introduce students to simultaneous interpretation in the medical, legal and educational fields. Students will learn how to comply with the equivalence requirements of simultaneous interpretation in the above-mentioned fields. There will be emphasis on reviewing; the history of simultaneous interpretation, the role of the interpreter, relevant settings and research skills. Students will practice paraphrasing, chunking and shadowing exercises to increase vocabulary and create a strong foundation to begin acquiring simultaneous interpreting skills up to 125 words per minute.
    Usually Held
    Mon 6:30pm–9:35pm