In line with our motto of ‘integrity, accuracy, pragmaticality and creativity’, AITI has developed courses integrating its scientific rationale and flexibility of delivery which suit the needs of most students.
Advanced Diploma of Translating (40169SA)
15 units of competency are required for the award of this qualification. All 15 units are core units and compulsory. The tuition fee of this course is A$ 7800.
Entry requirements:
For international students an IELTS score of 6.5 or completion of a post secondary diploma or above in Australia or an English speaking country is required for being accepted into the course.
All applicants are required to sit an entry test in order to demonstrate adequate competency/proficiency in both English and LOTE (Language Other Than English).
Competency Code
Competency Title
Core/Elective
PMCR
Identify and discuss historical and contemporary translating issues related to the translation process.
Core
PMCA
Identify cross-cultural and socio-cultural issues in translation.
Core
PMCB
Identify the technical, written and professional resources used in the translation process
Core
PMCC
Identify the difference between translating meaning and words.
Core
PMCD
Clarify the meaning in text.
Core
PMCE
Apply the rules of syntax and grammar to a translation.
Core
PMCF
Determine translating challenges and difficulties
Core
PMCG
Demonstrate the translation process in various contexts or environments.
Core
PMCH
Demonstrate the literary translation process.
Core
PMCK
Describe and discuss the ethical issues in translating.
Core
PMCL
Identify the use of translation in Professional practice.
Core
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Determine the role of computers and technology in the translating process.
Core
PMCN
Identify the process of using subtitles in the translating process.
Core
PMCP
Identify and implement the full translation process.
Core
DSAD
Use technology in the workplace (imported competence)
Core
The total hours of the program are approximately 420 hours. For part-time students, the program spans over 52 weeks (2 academic semesters) with each course-delivering week accounting for about 10 hours. For full-time students, the program lasts about 26 weeks (1 academic semester) with each course-delivering week accounting for about 20 hours.
The Advanced Diploma of Translating (40169SA) was approved by NAATI at the professional level from 1 January 2006 to 31 December 2011. NAATI approval of the course for 2012 is expected to be acquired in February/March 2012. Subject to NAATI approval, if you successfully complete the advanced diploma and achieve 70% or above in one of the final translating examinations—referred to as the Accreditation Examinations—you are eligible to be recommended to NAATI for the professional translator accreditation..
AITI is planning to deliver the following courses in 2012 (subject to approval of relevant government authorities) :
Advanced Diploma of Translating (PSP61010)
12 units of competency are required for the award of this qualification: 6 core units and 6 elective units. All 12 units are compulsory. The tuition fee of this course is A$ 7800.
Core units
PSPTIS501A
Negotiate translating and interpreting assignments
PSPTIS502A
Prepare to translate and interpret
PSPTIS508A
Analyse texts to be translated (LOTE)
PSPTIS512A
Demonstrate written language proficiency in different subjects and cultural contexts
PSPTIS602A
Quality assure translations
PSPTIS603A
Apply codes and standards to professional judgement
Elective units
PSPTIS601A
Translate special purpose texts from English to LOTE
PSPTIS611A
Translate special purpose texts from LOTE to English
PSPTIS504A
Maintain and enhance professional practice
PSPTIS604A
Translate multimedia source material
PSPTIS609A
Prepare translated transcripts
PSPTIS614A
Apply theories to describe and review work assignments
The total hours of the program is approximately 400 hours. For part-time students, the program spans over 46 weeks (2 academic semesters) with each course-delivering week accounting for about 10 hours. For full-time students, the program lasts about 23 weeks (1 academic semester) with each course-delivering week accounting for about 20 hours.
NAATI approval of the course is expected to be acquired in Feb/March 2012. Subject to NAATI approval, if you successfully complete the advanced diploma and achieve 70% or above in one of the final translating examinations—referred to as the Accreditation Examinations—you are eligible to be recommended to NAATI for the professional translator accreditation.
Diploma of Interpreting (PSP52410)
10 units of competency are required for the award of this qualification: 6 core units and 4 elective units. All 10 units are compulsory. The tuition fee of this course is A$ 7800.
Core units
PSPTIS501A
Negotiate translating and interpreting assignments
PSPTIS502A
Prepare to translate and interpret
PSPTIS503A
Apply codes and standards to ethical practice
PSPTIS506A
Interpret in general dialogue settings (LOTE)
PSPTIS507A
Manage discourses in general settings
PSPTIS511A
Demonstrate language proficiency in different subjects and cultural contexts
Elective units
PSPTIS504A
Maintain and enhance professional practice
PSPTIS509A
Interpret in general monologue settings (LOTE)
PSPTIS510A
Analyze, recall and reproduce source messages
PSPTIS512A
Demonstrate written language proficiency in different subjects and cultural contexts
The total hours of the program are approximately 400 hours. For part-time students, the program spans over 46 weeks (2 academic semesters) with each course-delivering week accounting for about 10 hours. For full-time students, the program lasts about 23 weeks (1 academic semester) with each course-delivering week accounting for about 20 hours.
NAATI approval of the course is expected to be acquired in 2012. Subject to NAATI approval, if you successfully complete the diploma and achieve 70% or above in the final interpreting examination—referred to as the Accreditation Examination—you are eligible to be recommended to NAATI for the paraprofessional interpreter accreditation.
