TRANSLAT 712 : Computer-aided Translation (CAT) Tools
Arts
2021 Semester Two (1215) (30 POINTS)
Course Prescription
Course Overview
This course teaches you a range of computer skills and resources for professional translation, covering key aspects of computer-aided translation (CAT) tools and translation project management. Using a project-based approach to translation as service provision, you will gain specific knowledge on the interface between human and machine translation; file types, file formats and data exchange; translation memory and terminology database management; translation quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC); and industry standards and requirements. You will also be introduced to the fields of machine translation and post-editing, and the ever-important dimension of digital ethics. The course is a useful introduction to digital translation environments and provides practical advice on how various translation productivity tools can support professional translators and translation workflows.
Capabilities Developed in this Course
| Capability 1: | Disciplinary Knowledge and Practice |
| Capability 2: | Critical Thinking |
| Capability 3: | Solution Seeking |
| Capability 4: | Communication and Engagement |
| Capability 5: | Independence and Integrity |
| Capability 6: | Social and Environmental Responsibilities |
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of digital translation environments and their key characteristics (Capability 2.1, 4.2, 6.1 and 6.2)
- Integrate translation tools and technology solutions in the translation process (Capability 1.1, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1 and 5.1)
- Identify translation project specifications and select appropriate translation tools and approaches to accomplish multiple tasks (Capability 1.3, 2.1, 3.1, 3.2, 4.3, 5.2 and 6.3)
- Identify and critically evaluate international standards that apply to the translation and localization industry and which aim to ensure translation quality and improve translation services and internal processes (Capability 1.1, 2.1, 2.3, 3.1, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1 and 6.2)
- Be able to produce fit-for-purpose translations in machine-centred and human-centred translation scenarios (Capability 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 6.1, 6.2 and 6.3)
- Provide critical advise on a wide range of translation solutions to fulfil project and client specifications (Capability 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1 and 5.2)
- Describe and critique the role of translation and language technologies in the global translation industry vis-a-vis local market demands (Capability 1.1, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 4.1, 4.3, 5.1, 6.1 and 6.2)
- Familiarise with machine translation tools and types of post-editing for different levels of translation quality and degrees of productivity (Capability 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2 and 6.2)
Assessments
| Assessment Type | Percentage | Classification |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment 1 | 30% | Individual Coursework |
| Assignment 2 | 30% | Individual Coursework |
| Assignment 3 | 30% | Group Coursework |
| Quiz | 10% | Individual Coursework |
| 4 types | 100% |
Workload Expectations
This course is a standard 30 point course and students are expected to spend 20 hours per week on each 30 point course that they are enrolled in, including class time and personal study and assignment preparation
Delivery Mode
Campus Experience
Attendance is expected at scheduled activities including seminars and lecturers to complete components of the course.
Lectures will be available as recordings, provided the Translation Studies computer lab is equipped with e-lectern facilities. Other learning activities including student presentations will be available as recordings as specified in each coursework component.
The course may also include live online events including group discussions, student-led tutorials, etc..
Attendance on campus is required for Assignment 02.
The activities for the course are initially scheduled as a standard weekly timetable, but can also be block-delivered as required by different learning activities and overall students' learning progress.
Student Feedback
At the end of every semester students will be invited to give feedback on the course and teaching through a tool called SET or Qualtrics. The lecturers and course co-ordinators will consider all feedback and respond with summaries and actions.
Your feedback helps teachers to improve the course and its delivery for future students.
Class Representatives in each class can take feedback to the department and faculty staff-student consultative committees.
Other Information
Digital Resources
Course materials are made available in a learning and collaboration tool called Canvas which also includes reading lists and lecture recordings (where available).
Please remember that the recording of any class on a personal device requires the permission of the instructor.
Academic Integrity
The University of Auckland will not tolerate cheating, or assisting others to cheat, and views cheating in coursework as a serious academic offence. The work that a student submits for grading must be the student's own work, reflecting their learning. Where work from other sources is used, it must be properly acknowledged and referenced. This requirement also applies to sources on the internet. A student's assessed work may be reviewed against online source material using computerised detection mechanisms.
Inclusive Learning
All students are asked to discuss any impairment related requirements privately, face to face and/or in written form with the course coordinator, lecturer or tutor.
Student Disability Services also provides support for students with a wide range of impairments, both visible and invisible, to succeed and excel at the University. For more information and contact details, please visit the Student Disability Services’ website http://disability.auckland.ac.nz
Well-being always comes first
We all go through tough times during the semester, or see our friends struggling. There is lots of help out there - for more information,
look at this Canvas page https://canvas.auckland.ac.nz/courses/33894,
which has links to various support services in the University and the wider community.
Special Circumstances
If your ability to complete assessed coursework is affected by illness or other personal circumstances outside of your control, contact a member of teaching staff as soon as possible before the assessment is due.
If your personal circumstances significantly affect your performance, or preparation, for an exam or eligible written test, refer to the University’s aegrotat or compassionate consideration page https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/students/academic-information/exams-and-final-results/during-exams/aegrotat-and-compassionate-consideration.html.
This should be done as soon as possible and no later than seven days after the affected test or exam date.
Learning Continuity
In the event of an unexpected disruption we undertake to maintain the continuity and standard of teaching and learning in all your courses throughout the year. If there are unexpected disruptions the University has contingency plans to ensure that access to your course continues and your assessment is fair, and not compromised. Some adjustments may need to be made in emergencies. You will be kept fully informed by your course co-ordinator, and if disruption occurs you should refer to the University Website for information about how to proceed.
Student Charter and Responsibilities
The Student Charter assumes and acknowledges that students are active participants in the learning process and that they have responsibilities to the institution and the international community of scholars. The University expects that students will act at all times in a way that demonstrates respect for the rights of other students and staff so that the learning environment is both safe and productive. For further information visit Student Charter https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/students/forms-policies-and-guidelines/student-policies-and-guidelines/student-charter.html.
Disclaimer
Elements of this outline may be subject to change. The latest information about the course will be available for enrolled students in Canvas.
In this course you may be asked to submit your coursework assessments digitally. The University reserves the right to conduct scheduled tests and examinations for this course online or through the use of computers or other electronic devices. Where tests or examinations are conducted online remote invigilation arrangements may be used. The final decision on the completion mode for a test or examination, and remote invigilation arrangements where applicable, will be advised to students at least 10 days prior to the scheduled date of the assessment, or in the case of an examination when the examination timetable is published.