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WRITTEN TRANSLATION I COURSE IDENTIFICATION AND APPLICATION INFORMATION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
ETI103 WRITTEN TRANSLATION I 1 3 3 6

Objectives and Contents

Objectives: By the end of the course, students will be able to:  Understand foundational concepts in translation studies  Identify and apply basic translation strategies  Translate short texts with attention to meaning and clarity  Recognize cultural and linguistic differences between English and Turkish  Reflect on their own translation choices and improve through feedback
Content: This course introduces students to the basic principles, processes, and challenges of written translation between English and Turkish. Through interactive lectures and hands-on workshops, students will explore key concepts such as equivalence, meaning, context, and cultural adaptation. Emphasis is placed on developing awareness of language structure, improving bilingual proficiency, and practicing translation across simple text types.