COURSE DESCRIPTIONS: SLNG - Sign Language Interpreter
SLNG 1211. FINGERSPELLING AND NUMBERS (1-2-2) 16.1603
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. Prerequisite: SGNL 1302 or instructor approval. Assessment Levels: R2, E2, M1.
SLNG 1215. VISUAL/GESTURAL COMMUNICATION (1-2-2) 16.1603
Development of skills in non-verbal communications. Emphasizes the use and understanding of facial expression, gestures, pantomime and body language. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
SLNG 1304. AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) I (2-2-3) 1616035113
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. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
SLNG 1305. AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) II (2-2-3) 1616035113
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. Prerequisite: SGNL 1301 or instructor approval. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
SLNG 1307. INTRA-LINGUAL SKILLS DEVELOPMENT FOR INTERPRETERS (3-1-3) 16.1603
Concentration on the development of intra-lingual (English to English) skills necessary for future development of inter-lingual (English to American Sign Language [ASL]/ASL to English) skills. Focus on linguistic and cognitive skills development in areas of paraphrasing, summarizing, main idea identification, comprehension, memory, delayed repetition, multi-tasking, vocabulary and cultural literacy. Prerequisites: SGNL 1301, 1302, ENGL 1301, 1302. Assessment Levels: R2, E2, M1.
SLNG 1317. INTRODUCTION TO THE DEAF COMMUNITY (3-0-3) 16.1603
An overview of the physical, educational, social and cultural implications within the context of a deaf or hard-of-hearing individual's personal life, family and community in today's multicultural world. Emphasis on current educational and vocational programs, legislation, technology, oppression and other issues. Assessment Levels: R3, E2, M1.
SLNG 1321. INTRODUCTION TO THE INTERPRETING PROFESSION (3-0-3) 16.1603
An overview of the field of American Sign Language (ASL)/English interpretation. Provides a historical framework for the current principles, ethics, roles, responsibilities and standard practices of the interpreting profession. Prerequisite: SGNL 1301 or instructor approval. Assessment Levels: R3, E2, M1.
SLNG 1347. DEAF CULTURE (3-1-3) 16.1603
Historical and contemporary perspective of American Deaf culture using a sociocultural model. Includes cultural identity and awareness, values, group norms, communication, language and significant contributions made by D/deaf people to the world. Prerequisite: SGNL 1302 or instructor approval. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M1.
SLNG 1444. AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) III (CAPSTONE) (2-4-4) 16.1603
Integrates and refines expressive and receptive skills in American Sign Language (ASL), including recognition of sociolinguistic variation. A practice oriented approach to language acquisition. Prerequisites: SGNL 1302 or instructor approval. Assessment Levels: R2, E2, M1
SLNG 1445. AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) IV (2-4-4) 16.1603
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. Prerequisites: SLNG 1444 or instructor approval. Assessment Levels: R2, E2, M1.
SLNG 2301. INTERPRETING I (3-1-3) 16.1603
An overview of the interpreting process and models of interpretation. Introduces the skills necessary to achieve dynamic message equivalence in interpreting American Sign Language (ASL) to English and English to ASL. Prerequisites: SGNL 1301, 1302, ENGL 1301, 1302. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M2.
SLNG 2315. INTERPRETING IN EDUCATIONAL SETTINGS (3-1-3) 16.1603
Overview of education programs (K-12 and post secondary), focusing on the roles and skills of the interpreter as a member of the educational team. Includes current practices, communication methods, legislation, trends and ethical issues. Introduces resources for content-specific vocabulary. Prerequisites: SLNG 1321 and 1444, or instructor approval. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M3.
SLNG 2402. INTERPRETING II (2-4-4) 16.1603
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. Prerequisite: SLNG 2301. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M2.
SLNG 2431. INTERPRETING III (2-4-4) 16.1603
A practice-oriented course to strengthen skills in the integration and application of interpreting using complex source materials. Continued exposure to simulated interpreting/transliterating experiences. Prerequisite: SLNG 2402. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M1.
SLNG 2434. AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) V (2-4-4) 16.1603
Development of proficiency in ASL. Includes instruction in semantic and grammatical accuracy and appropriate discourse strategies in a variety of communication contexts. Prerequisite: SLNG 1445 or instructor approval. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M1.
SLNG 2488. INTERNSHIP - SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETATION AND TRANSLATION (CAPSTONE) (1-12-4) 16.16.03
A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan developed by the college and the employer. Prerequisite: SLNG 2431, 2434. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M3.