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Analyse text types for translation of general purpose texts (LOTE-English)

Analyse text types for translation of general purpose texts (LOTE-English)

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPTIS020
State Code
AWT24
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/03/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
091519 - Translating And Interpreting
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills required to analyse a general purpose source text in one language, identify the text type, and apply the analysis in translation to another language.This unit applies to those working as translators of general purpose texts, where there are limited equivalence problems between source and target text and limited requirement for research on the subject beyond client resources. General purpose texts are written in plain language and the language and concepts expressed in the text are accessible to the general public.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and industry codes and standards for ethical translating and interpreting adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work independently using support resources as required, while performing specific tasks in a range of contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Analyse source text
  • 1.1 Assess structure and identify text type.
  • 1.2 Identify devices and sequencing that achieve document objectives in the source text.
  • 1.3 Review devices and sequencing in context of structure and content and confirm logic and correctness.
  • 1.4 Identify culturally specific meaning.
2. Identify requirements of translation
  • 2.1 Determine audience and purpose for translation.
  • 2.2 Establish method and means of communication.
  • 2.3 Determine requirements of target language text type documents.
  • 2.4 Determine appropriate format and structure in target language.
3. Consider target text requirements
  • 3.1 Consider translation options according to target text type document requirements and genre.
  • 3.2 Identify appropriate language, considering suitability for audience, purpose, format and communication style.
  • 3.3 Ensure content addresses cultural and social differences and idiolects.
  • 3.4 Identify any problems with source document and seek advice from appropriate persons.
4. Apply analysis to translation
  • 4.1 Apply requirements of the subject and cultural context to translation.
  • 4.2 Apply recognised target language conventions, standards and formats to translation.
  • 4.3 Produce written documents, applying basic design elements to text.
  • 4.4 Ensure text type document objectives are achieved and requirements are met in target text.
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AZY0 PSP50816 Diploma of Translating Qualification