Introduction to Translation EENG 4323

Course description:

This course introduces the students to the concepts of equivalents and contexts in translation. Besides, it elaborately covers types of translation, translation strategies, translating English tenses, translating modal verbs, and translating article system, translating passive and causative through extensive translation activities from English into Arabic and vice versa. 

Course Aims:

Course seeks to enable students to achieve the following objectives:

• Familiarize students with the concepts of equivalents and contexts.
  
• Illustrate types of translations and translation strategies. 
  
• Translate English tenses and model verbs.
  
• Translate passive and causative.
  
• Practice multiple translation texts from English into Arabic and vice versa. 
  

Course outcomes:

Intended Learning Outcome:
 The students will be able to:

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of the concepts of equivalents and contexts.
  
• Practice different types of translations in both languages.
  
• Accurately translate the English tenses, the model verbs, the English article system, passive and causative.