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Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code:

UNI082

Course Name:

Linguistic Approach to Translation

Semester:

Spring

Course Credits:

ECTS

Language of instruction:

English

Course Condition:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

University Elective

Course Level:

Bachelor

TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:First Cycle

EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator:

Dr. Öğr. Üy. ÜLKÜ KÖLEMEN

Course Lecturer(s):

Dr. Öğr. Üy. RAHİM SARI

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	This course aims to introduce theoretical basis and practical work on translation from English to Turkish with respect to linguistic considerations. It creates opportunities for the discussion of textual and dynamic equivalence. It also aims to create and improve skills of textual analysis based on theme/rheme theory.
Course Content:	Introduction of theoretical basis and practical work on translation from English to Turkish

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) The student combines the theoretical knowledge with translation practice by applying the approaches adopted while translating on the texts.
2) The student discusses, comments and makes suggestions in terms of approaches and theory in translation studies.

Course Flow Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to the course. The concept of translation and linguistics
2)	The purpose and scope of translation studies in general
3)	Translation Equivalence
4)	Meaning and Total Translation
5)	Transference and Transliteration
6)	Phonological Translation, Graphological Translation
7)	Grammatical and Lexical Translation
8)	Midterm
9)	The Thematic Theory
10)	Theme/Rheme Structures
11)	Theme/Rheme Application at Clause Level
12)	Theme/Rheme Application at Text Level
12)	Theme/Rheme Application at Text Level
13)	Theme/Rheme and Rhetorical Feature of a Text
14)	Presentations

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	1. Catford, J.C. (John Cunnison (Ian) Catford). (1978) A Linguistic Theory of Translation. Oxford University Press. Oxford. 2. Fawcett, Peter (2003) Translation and Language: Linguistic Theories Explained. St. Jerome Publishing. Manchester, UK & Northampton, MA.
References:	1. Catford, J.C. (John Cunnison (Ian) Catford). (1978) A Linguistic Theory of Translation. Oxford University Press. Oxford. 2. Fawcett, Peter (2003) Translation and Language: Linguistic Theories Explained. St. Jerome Publishing. Manchester, UK & Northampton, MA.

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes	1	2
Program Outcomes
1) Has a theoretical and practical background in biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics, which constitute the basic knowledge in the field of molecular biology and genetics.
2) Can explain biological phenomena and events at molecular level and relate them to other basic sciences and engineering applications.
3) Has the basic laboratory knowledge and skills required by the field.
4) Works in accordance with scientific principles and ethical rules.
5) Uses procedural and mathematical software programs required for the analysis and basic evaluation of biological data at least at the European Computer License Basic Level.
6) Has the knowledge, culture and skills to follow the literature and current methods related to his field.
7) Will be able to identify the main problem in line with the needs in health, agriculture, animal husbandry, environment, industry and similar issues and offer the necessary solutions by using up-to-date technology.
8) Has the knowledge and ability to evaluate biological phenomena and events at the level of systems from an evolutionary point of view.
9) Has the ability to be involved in individual and group work, to prepare and carry out projects on specific topics, and to make written and oral presentations.
10) Uses at least one foreign language in reading, writing and speaking at B1 General Level in terms of European Language Portfolio criteria.
11) Has the ability to identify social and global problems using his / her field knowledge and to be a part of the solution in interdisciplinary cooperation.
12) Respects social, cultural and individual differences, universal values and human rights in his / her scientific and professional activities.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Average	3 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Has a theoretical and practical background in biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics, which constitute the basic knowledge in the field of molecular biology and genetics.
2)	Can explain biological phenomena and events at molecular level and relate them to other basic sciences and engineering applications.
3)	Has the basic laboratory knowledge and skills required by the field.
4)	Works in accordance with scientific principles and ethical rules.
5)	Uses procedural and mathematical software programs required for the analysis and basic evaluation of biological data at least at the European Computer License Basic Level.
6)	Has the knowledge, culture and skills to follow the literature and current methods related to his field.
7)	Will be able to identify the main problem in line with the needs in health, agriculture, animal husbandry, environment, industry and similar issues and offer the necessary solutions by using up-to-date technology.
8)	Has the knowledge and ability to evaluate biological phenomena and events at the level of systems from an evolutionary point of view.
9)	Has the ability to be involved in individual and group work, to prepare and carry out projects on specific topics, and to make written and oral presentations.
10)	Uses at least one foreign language in reading, writing and speaking at B1 General Level in terms of European Language Portfolio criteria.
11)	Has the ability to identify social and global problems using his / her field knowledge and to be a part of the solution in interdisciplinary cooperation.
12)	Respects social, cultural and individual differences, universal values and human rights in his / her scientific and professional activities.

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	1	% 20
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 40
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 40
total		% 100