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LIN 432 - Medical Interpreting II: Interpreting Medical Terminology and Body Systems

This is the second in a series of three courses for medical interpreters. This course focuses upon medical terminology and body systems. Students study medical terminology in English (Greek and Latin forms, word breakdown, etc.) as well as the process of interpreting this information into their languages of interpretation. The instructor for this course is both a medical interpreter and language coach for American Sign Language. Interpreters of other languages will be assigned a language coach in their language areas.

Prerequisite(s): Score of 2 or higher on ASLA, ASLPI (for ASL) or ACTFL (for other languages) interview, LIN 331 ; LIN 431  recommended; or permission of instructor.
Co-requisite(s):
Credits: 3

Course Typically Offered: Irregularly, depending on demand
Course Type: Linguistics


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