| IN:110 American Sign Language I 5 cr. S |
| This is an introductory level course which is designed with a sequenced series of readiness activities in the language of American signs. The course emphasizes vocabulary building, sign principles and development of expressive and receptive signing skills. The students participate in exercises that develop a comprehension of sign vocabulary and grammatical patterns of ASL. |
| (59.4 Lec. Hrs./118.8 Lab Hrs.) |
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| IN:120 Introduction to Language 3 cr. S |
| This course is designed to introduce students to the linguistic features of language. Students will first learn the characteristics common to all languages and the basic descriptive tools of linguistics. Origins, properties, and word formation systems and syntactic systems as they apply to all languages, but especially to English and ASL, will be covered. This will prepare the students to apply this information to the study of ASL as a language and its unique linguistic properties. |
| (59.4 Lec. Hrs.) |
| Prerequisite: IN:150 |
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| IN:130 Interpreting I 4 cr. S |
| Introduces basic knowledge and application of skills necessary for an individual to interpret accurately with emphasis on interpreting theory with opportunities to apply the concepts learned from the text and lecture. |
| (39.6 Lec. Hrs./118.8 Lab Hrs.) |
| Prerequisite: IN:110 |
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| IN:140 American Sign Language II 5 cr. S |
| This course is designed for students to continue to study American Sign Language (ASL). The students will participate in various exercises that will increase their receptive skills as well as expressive skills. The students will also be signing more, along with the full use of body language, facial expression, pantomime and gesture. The students will continue their awareness and developmental patterns and tendencies of ASL. |
| (59.4 Lec. Hrs./118.8 Lab Hrs.) |
| Prerequisite: IN:110 |
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| IN:150 English Vocabulary-Grammar for Interpreters 4 cr. S |
| This course focuses on developing and expanding student competence in vocabulary comprehension and expressions that parallel American Sign Language. Coursework assists students in the improvement of their understanding and application of the semantic aspects of both languages. |
| (39.6 Lec. Hrs./118.8 Lab Hrs.) |
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| IN:160 Deaf Culture 4 cr. S |
| Deaf Culture examines the various cultural aspects of the deaf community. It presents the interrelationship of language and culture along with a study of socialization, norms and values. |
| (79.2 Lec. Hrs.) |
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| IN:171 Interpreting II 4 cr. S |
| This course gives the student a fundamental background in the theoretical and practical aspects of interpretation/transliteration, focusing on skill development in the classroom on three levels: prepared (rehearsed), simultaneous and consecutive. |
| (39.6 Lec. Hrs./118.8 Lab Hrs.) |
| Prerequisites: IN:130 |
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| IN:180 Orientation to Deafness 4 cr. S |
| This course examines the historical aspects of the field of deafness. Topics include the history of deaf education, notable deaf persons, various deaf organizations and their significance, the mechanics of hearing, and causes and effects of hearing loss. |
| (79.2 Lec. Hrs.) |
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| IN:210 American Sign Language III 5 cr. S |
| Expands on previously learned grammatical structures and lexical items of the target language. The student learns to control the language in a variety of conversational settings through directed conversations and group discussion. |
| (59.4 Lec. Hrs./118.8 Lab Hrs.) |
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| IN:220 Transliteration I 4 cr. S |
| This course examines the various sign language codes used in the educational programs of North America. It focuses on understanding methodology as well as skill and vocabulary building in the system. |
| (39.6 Lec. Hrs./118.8 Lab Hrs.) |
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| IN:225 Transliteration II |
| Transliteration II will continue to develop the skills begun in Transliteration I. Emphasis will be placed on speed, accuracy, skill and continued vocabulary building within the English-based sign systems. |
| (39.6 Lec. Hrs./59.4 Lab Hrs.) |
| Prerequisite: IN:220 |
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| IN:240 Practical Issues 3 cr. S |
| Emphasizes important aspects of interpreting that deal with various settings and situations. It also provides opportunities to observe professional interpreters performing their tasks. This course will give the student a general understanding and exposure to a variety of interpreting situations and how to interpret them. |
| (39.6 Lec. Hrs./59.4 Lab Hrs.) |
| Prerequisites: IN:130 and IN:210. |
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| IN:250 American Sign Language IV 4 cr. S |
| Expands on previously learned grammatical structures and lexical items of the target language. The student learns to control the language in a variety of conversational settings through directed conversations and group discussion. |
| (59.4 Lec. Hrs./59.4 Lab Hrs.) |
| Prerequisite: IN:210 |
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| IN:270 Practicum 2 cr. S |
| Practicum consists of field experience that provides advanced training for interpreting students giving them the opportunity to apply learned concepts and skills in actual interpreting situations with professional supervision. This on-the-job experience is the final phase of training prior to entrance into the field of professional interpreting. |
| (198.0 Co-op Hrs.) |
| Prerequisite: Student must complete this course in their last semester of studies in the Interpreter Training program or consent of instructor or academic advisor must be obtained. |
| Co-requisite: IN:240 |
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| IN:280 Interpreting Skills Lab 3 cr. S |
| Interpreting Skills Lab is designed to provide the students with an ongoing interpreting skills experience in a safe environment under instructional supervision. This will include interpreting in a variety of simulated settings with immediate feedback from the instructor. |
| (39.6 Lec. Hrs./59.4 Lab Hrs.) |
| Prerequisite: IN:240 |
| Co-requisite: IN:250 |
