Module: Compuer Aided Translation

Latest Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2025 - 2026

Module Title	Compuer Aided Translation
Module Code	TRA1004 (ITS: LC214)
Faculty	SALIS	School	Humanities & Social Sciences
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5

Description

This module will introduce students to computer-aided translation technology. It will focus on translation memory technology and online terminology management tools. Students will develop a basic understanding of computer-aided translation and will be able to use one of these tools in their translation activity.

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate awareness of appropriate tools that assist in the translation process.
2. Demonstrate awareness of the historical development of CAT tools and their importance in modern-day translation practice.
3. Apply at a basic level translation memory and terminology management tools.
4. Explain the interaction between translation memory and terminology management tools.

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full time hours per semester
Lecture	24	Attending lectures and labs as appropriate and as per time-table
Independent Study	50	Reading recommended literature and working independently with the tools
Assignment Completion	51	Working on assignment
Total Workload: 125

Section Breakdown
CRN	20634	Part of Term	Semester 2
Coursework	0%	Examination Weight	0%
Grade Scale	40PASS	Pass Both Elements	Y
Resit Category	RC1	Best Mark	N
Module Co-ordinator	Niamh Kelly	Module Teacher	Joss Moorkens

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Assessment Breakdown
Assignment	n/a	100%	n/a

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; RC1: A resit is available for both^* components of the module. RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module. RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element. ^* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment

Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Understanding the evolution of CAT tools
Students will understand why CAT tools developed and how they are deployed in the translation profession.

Familiarisation with one Translation Memory tool
Students will gain practical, basic experience with one Translation Memory tool.

Familiarisation with one Terminology Management tool
Students will gain practical, basic experience with one Terminology Management tool.

Development of analytical skills
Students will develop analytical skills while using the tools and will be able to discuss their benefits for translators as well as the challenges these tools present.

Indicative Reading List

Books:
None

Articles:
None

Other Resources

None