TI 55 - Sight Translation

    Recent Professors
    Esperanza Outeirino
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    20 students
    Difficulty
    6.3Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of TI 55
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course will introduce students to the fundamental skill of sight translation as used in the legal, medical and educational fields. There will be emphasis on reviewing the necessary reading comprehension skills, acquiring the ability to analyze text upon first reading, acquiring vocabulary research skills, expanding vocabulary and understanding the role of the interpreter. Students will practice paraphrasing, chunking, prediction and expanding and condensing exercises to finally develop the skills necessary for performing sight translation of complex texts.
    Usually Held
    Wed 6:30pm–9:35pm