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Module Title	Japanese Reading and Translation 1
Module Code	JA220
School	SALIS
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Level	2	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None

Module Aims

To introduce the student to translation, with a view to providing a basic understanding of general translation practice.

Learning Outcomes

This module will enable students to:

Appreciate issues of register and text type etc. as they relate to the translation of texts.
Translate a limited range of general texts in certain fields from Japanese into EnglishSource and utilise appropriate background documentation of relevance to the task of translation.
Develop a basic understanding of the use of translation resources/aids in the production of translations.
Generate electronic glossaries using on-line resources

Indicative Time Allowances
	Hours
Lectures
Tutorials
Laboratories
Seminars
Independent Learning Time	75

Total	75
Placements
Assignments

NOTE

Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.

Indicative Syllabus

Relevant materials for translation, drawn from textbooks, popular science journals, newspapers, information booklets, Web pages, etc., will be used.

Assessment
Continuous Assessment	0%	Examination Weight	100%

Indicative Reading List

Essential:Drohan, F. 1993. A Handbook of Japanese Usage- An Authorative Reference Work for Students, Teachers, and Translators of Japanese. Tuttle PublishingMakino, S. and Tsutsui, M. 1989. A Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar. The Japan TimesMakino, S. and Tsutsui, M. 1996. A Dictionary of Intermediate Japanese Grammar. The Japan TimesRecommended:Baker, Mona, 1992. In Other Words. A Coursebook in Translation, London: RoutledgeKomatsu, Tatsuya, 2000. Translating Tricky Japanese- Convey your Ideas Clearly in English, The Japan TimesNewmark, Peter, 1988. A Textbook in Translation, London: Prentice Hall.

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