SLNG 1211 Fingerspelling and Numbers (2)
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Development of expressive and receptive skills in fingerspelling and numbers. Receptive skills focus on whole word phrase recognition and fingerspelling/number comprehension in context. Expressive skills focus on the development of speed, clarity, and fluency. (2 lec., 1 Lab.)
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SLNG 1315 Visual/Gestural Communication (3)
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Prerequisite: SLNG 1404.
A course in the development of skills in non-verbal communications. Emphasizes the use and understanding of facial expression, gestures, pantomime, and body language. Creation or performance of stories using these elements. (3 Lec.)
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SLNG 1317 Introduction to the Deaf Community (3)
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Prerequisite: or concurrent enrollment: ENGL 1301.
An overview of the physical, educational, social and cultural implications of deafness and hearing loss within the context of the individual's personal life, family, and community in today's multicultural world. Emphasis on current educational and vocational programs, legislation, technology, and other issues. (3 Lec., 1 Lab.)
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SLNG 1321 Introduction to the Interpreting Profession (3)
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Prerequisite: SLNG 1317.
Concurrent enrollment SLNG 1445. An overview of the field of sign language interpretation. Provides a historical framework for the principles, ethics, roles, responsibilities, and standard practices of the interpreting profession. (3 Lec.)
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SLNG 1347 Deaf Culture (3)
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Prerequisite: SLNG 1317.
Provides a historical and contemporary perspective of American deaf culture using a sociocultural mode. Includes cultural identity, values, group norms, communication, language, and significant contributions made by deaf people to the world. (3 Lec.)
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SLNG 1404 American Sign Language (ASL) I (4)
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Prerequisite: -- Concurrent enrollment: ENGL 1301. Concurrent enrollment: SLNG 1111.
An introduction to the basic skills in production and comprehension of American Sign Language (ASL). Includes the manual alphabet and numbers. Develops conversational ability, culturally appropriate behaviors, and exposes students to ASL grammar. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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SLNG 1405 American Sign Language (ASL) II (4)
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Prerequisite: SLNG 1111 and SLNG 1404 with a grade of "C" or better.
Develops receptive and expressive ability and allows recognition and demonstration of more sophisticated grammatical features of American Sign Language (ASL). Increases fluency and accuracy in fingerspelling and numbers. Provides opportunities for interaction within the deaf community. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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SLNG 1444 American Sign Language (ASL) III (4)
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Prerequisite: SLNG 1404, SLNG 1405 and ENGL 1301 with a grade of "B" or better. Prerequisite or concurrent enrollment SLNG 1315.
Integrates and refines expressive and receptive skills in American Sign Language (ASL), including recognition of sociolinguistic variation. A practice oriented approach to language acquisition. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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SLNG 1445 American Sign Language (ASL) IV (4)
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Prerequisite: SLNG 1444. Concurrent enrollment SLNG 1321.
An integration of expressive and receptive skills in American Sign Language (ASL) with emphasis on grammar, linguistics, literature, and discourse styles at an intermediate level. Provides students with information on linguistic and cultural variations. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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SLNG 2301 Interpreting I (3)
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Prerequisite: SLNG 1321, SLNG 1345 and SLNG 1445. Concurrent enrollment: SLNG 2302, SLNG 2411 and SPCH 1342.
An overview of the interpreting process and current models. Introduces the skills necessary to achieve message equivalency in interpreting. This class emphasizes Sign to Voice interpreting. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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SLNG 2302 Interpreting II (3)
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Prerequisite: SLNG 1321, SLNG 1347 and SLNG 1445. Concurrent enrollment: SLNG 2411 and SPCH 1342.
Continued development of discourse analysis and interpreting skills for increasingly complex tasks. Utilization of consecutive and simultaneous interpreting scenarios including monologues and dialogues. Emphasizes skill development, self-analysis, and peer evaluation. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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SLNG 2303 Transliterating (3)
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Prerequisite: SLNG 2301, SLNG 2302, SLNG 2411 and SPCH 1342. Concurrent enrollment SLNG 2403 (Transliterating).
A practice-oriented course designed to develop skills necessary for rendering spoken English to a signed English format and signed English to spoken English. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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SLNG 2337 Multicultural Issues In Interpreting (3)
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Theories and concepts of cross-cultural communication. Explores the impact of culture and language on interpreting multilingual and multicultural situations. Includes strategies for maximizing interpreter and interpreter team effectiveness. (3 Lec.)
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SLNG 2388 Internship - Sign Language Interpretation and Translation (3)
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Prerequisite: SLNG 2371 and SLNG 2372.
An experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field involving a written agreement between the educational institution and a business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college and that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. (18 Ext.)
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SLNG 2403 Transliterating (4)
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Prerequisite: SLNG 2301, SLNG 2302, SLNG 2411 and SPCH 1342. Concurrent enrollment SLNG 2403 (Transliterating).
A practice-oriented course designed to develop skills necessary for rendering spoken English to a signed English format and signed English to spoken English. (3 Lec., 2 Lab)
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SLNG 2411 Interpreting in Specialized Settings (4)
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Prerequisite: SLNG 1321, SLNG 1345, and SLNG 1445. Concurrent enrollment: SLNG 2301, SLNG 2302 and SPCH 1342.
A focus on interpreting/transliterating with special populations (e.g. deaf/blind, high visual, oral) in special settings (e.g. religious, artistic, medical, legal, mental health). Reinforce basic theories and techniques in relation to the special population(s) and/or settings. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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