JAPN 405 - Japanese Translation: Theory and Practice

Credit(s): 3

JAPANESE TRANSLATION
Component: Lecture
Explores the major issues in translating a Japanese literary text into English, including synonym choice, literal versus loose translation, poetic license and the tense-aspect controversy. Students will find their own method of translation, balancing creative expression with accuracy and fidelity to the text.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 3 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option

PREREQ: Two 300-level JAPN courses.

College of Engineering Breadth: College of Engineering Breadth Requirement Course Typically Offered: Verify offering with Dept

General Education Objectives:
GE1A: Read Critically GE1B: Analyze Arguments and Information GE2A: Communicate Effectively in Writing GE2B: Communicate Orally GE2C: Communicate Through Creative Expression GE3A: Work Collaboratively Across a Variety of Cultures GE3B: Work Individually Across a Variety of Cultures GE4: Critically Evaluate Ethical Implications