Chinese-English Simultaneous Interpretation

Synopsis

The course provides intensive training in the basic principles and techniques of simultaneous interpreting from Chinese to English. It provides an overview of the industry and the environment. It introduces booth etiquette and principles and trains the techniques useful for simultaneous interpreting from Chinese to English. The course places great emphasis on practice and offers opportunities to practise the techniques and consolidate the skills in simulated situations. The course will be conducted in a small group in interpretation lab.

Level: 3
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: EVERY JULY

Topics

Introduction to C-E Simultaneous Interpretation
Preparatory Training and Syntactic Linearity
The Principles of Syntactic Linearity and Interpreting with Scripts
Figure Switching Techniques
Syntactic Linearity in C-E Simultaneous Interpretation (I)
Syntactic Linearity in C-E Simultaneous Interpretation (II)
Other Techniques in C-E Simultaneous Interpretation

Learning Outcome

Demonstrate necessary knowledge of the conference interpreting industry and the conference environment.
Analyze the difficulty and challenges in simultaneous interpreting and determine the appropriate coping tactics.
Differentiate the various principles involved in simultaneous interpreting.
Formulate the appropriate strategies in preparation of carrying out simultaneous interpretation from Chinese to English.
Prioritize effective skills in managing stress and crisis.
Apply the appropriate techniques to carry out simultaneous interpretation from Chinese to English in a conference setting with adequacy.

Part-time Programmes / CET Courses

Singapore University of Social Sciences

Chinese-English Simultaneous Interpretation