May 20, 2024  
2018-2019 Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Interpreting

  
  
  • INT 342 Theory & Process of Interpreting III


    Students will identify and analyze demands (environmental, interpersonal, paralinguistic and intrapersonal) that influence communication and develop controls for responding to communication events using the demand-control schema. Includes ways various interlocutors construct and receive messages and the co-construction of meaning and current theories in the process of interpreting. Students apply theories and practice controls by working with static and spontaneous texts to provide interpretations.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: INT 341  with a B or better


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  • INT 342L Theory and Process of Interpreting III Lab


    To be taken concurrently with INT 342 . Offers students an opportunity to apply theories and to practice the techniques introduced in the Interpreting III class. Students analyze texts for register, style and affect; practice consecutive interpretations of pre-analyzed monologues and dialogues and practice consecutive interpretations of unfamiliar material.
    Credits: 1


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  • INT 360 Current Issues for Interpreters


    Investigates current issues facing the professional interpreter. Students discuss issues of bilingualism/biculturalism, legal statutes and liability, certification and quality assurance, confidentiality, accountability, minority status of American Sign Language and deaf culture, oppression and empowerment of the deaf community, the interpreter as a cross-cultural mediator and other contemporary issues.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: ASL 456 , INT 330  and INT 340  with a grade of B or better
    Writing Intensive: May meet requirement, see class schedule


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  • INT 410 Internship


    Opportunity to work with a professional interpreter who serves as a mentor. Students observe professional interpreters, provide interpreting services while under supervision and perform independent interpreting assignments. Students apply the theory, knowledge and skills obtained in the classroom to the delivery of interpreting services, acquire new professional knowledge and skills and develop effective professional work habits and positive working relationships with co-workers and consumers.
    Credits: 3-12
    Prerequisite: INT 442  and INT 468  with a grade of B or better


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  • INT 411 Interpreting in Theatrical Settings


    This course introduces students to the skills needed to interpret in a variety of performing arts settings. Students will study the principles and techniques of artistic interpreting including drama theories, acting for interpreters, choreography, movement, and rhythm. Emphasis will be placed on translation, the rehearsal process, theatre etiquette, ethics, and vocabulary development. Students will participate in individual and group translations of live and static texts in both ASL and English.
    Credits: 3-12


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  • INT 423 Technology in Interpreting/Interpreter Education


    Students will engage with technology common in the field of interpreting. Instruction in use of various technologies in their work as pre-professional and professional interpreters focusing on skill development, self-reflection, and actual service delivery via technology.
    Credits: 2


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  • INT 441 Theory and Process of Interpreting IV


    Students will identify and analyze demands (environmental, interpersonal, paralinguistic and intrapersonal) that influence communication and develop controls for responding to communication events using the demand-control schema. Content includes ways various interlocutors construct and receive messages, co-construction of meaning and current theories in the process of interpreting. Students apply theories and practice controls by working with static and spontaneous texts to provide interpretations.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: INT 342  with a B or better


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  • INT 441L Theory and Process of Interpreting IV Lab


    To be taken concurrently with INT 441 . Offers students an opportunity to apply the theories and to practice the techniques introduced in the Interpreting IV class. Students practice consecutive interpretations of spontaneous monologues, dialogues, interviews, group discussions and team interpreting techniques.
    Credits: 1


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  • INT 465 Interpreting In Community Settings


    Introduces students to a variety of settings in which interpreters work and the vocabulary and discourse patterns used by consumers in these settings. Through contact with interpreters and consumers, students become familiar with the specific vocabulary, professional issues, ethical considerations, knowledge bases and skills related to each community setting. Students will be introduced to several interpreting settings, including social service, government, legal, medical, mental health, business, religious, performing arts and sports activities.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: Admitted into the ASL/English Interpreting program


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  • INT 466 Interpreting in Postsecondary Settings


    Introduces students to working in postsecondary settings in which interpreters work and the vocabulary and discourse patterns used by consumers in these settings. Students will become familiar with the specific vocabulary, professional issues, ethical considerations, knowledge base and skills related to the postsecondary setting.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: INT 342 , INT 465  and INT 467  with a grade of B or better


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  • INT 469 Cultural Intelligence in a Diverse World


    This course emphasizes the importance of developing cultural intelligence in the context of a diverse society. Students are introduced to the paradigms of difference beyond their insular boundaries and environments. Multiple perspectives are explored related to notions of difference, bias, and privilege and how they impact the way we see and interact with the world around us. Students will also develop skills to communicate effectively when faced with controversy that stems from topics such as race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, social class, and ability.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the ASL/English Interpreting Program


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  • INT 470 DeafBlind Culture, Communication & Guiding


    Students will explore a variety of communication strategies that can contribute to their skill set as ASL/English interpreters and support service providers working with the deafblind community. Students will incorporate these strategies and personalize them depending on the individuals with whom they are working.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: INT 254  and ASL 301  with a grade of B or better, or consent of the instructor


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  • INT 471 Seabeck: Academic Service-Learning Project


    Students will practice using a variety of communication strategies in preparation to work as volunteer interpreters. Support service providers and sighted guides with deafblind people during an annual retreat the last week of August annually. Students are expected to raise funds and travel to Seattle, engaging with its sizable deafblind community.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: INT 470  and consent of instructor


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  • INT 523 Technology in Interpreting/ Interpreter Education


    Students will engage with technology common in the field of interpreting. Instruction in use of various technologies in their work as pre-professional and professional interpreters focusing on skill development, self-reflection, and actual service delivery via technology.
    Credits: 2


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  • INT 570 DeafBlind Culture, Communication & Guiding


    Students will explore a variety of communication strategies that can contribute to their skill set as ASL/English interpreters and support service providers working with the deafblind community. Students will incorporate these strategies and personalize them depending on the individuals with whom they are working.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: INT 254  and ASL 301  with a grade of B or better, or consent of the instructor


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  • INT 612 Proseminar


    Provides a foundation for inquiry about interpreting studies issues through critical reading, analytical writing and thoughtful, collegial discussion. Students will receive general training relevant to graduate work in interpreting studies, such as technical writing, sampling and experimenting with technology used during the program.
    Credits: 1


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  • INT 615 Communication for Interpreters


    First in a series of two courses in which students examine interpersonal communication and the role of an interpreter. Students will practice and apply principles of invention, organization, language and delivery with focus on the development of skill and confidence in interpersonal communication in English and in ASL.
    Credits: 3


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  • INT 630 Communication in a Practice Profession


    Students examine interpersonal communication and discuss the role of an interpreter. Students will practice and apply principles of invention, organization, language and delivery with focus on the development of skill and confidence in interpersonal communication in English and ASL. Students will incorporate observations, supervision sessions and interpreting practice to enhance skills in decision making around meaning transfer, ethical dilemmas and interpersonal communication.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the MA in Interpreting Studies program or consent of instructor


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  • INT 633 Research and Writing: Translation and Interpretation


    Students will examine the traditions and theories of both quantitative and qualitative research and evaluate methods, findings, and implication of research studies. Students will critique and produce scholarly writing.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: Admission to the MAIS program or consent of the instructor


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  • INT 635 Action Research: Translation and Interpretation


    This course introduces students to the principles and processes of action research, a form of self-reflective inquiry by practitioners on their own practice. The goals of action research are to better understand and to improve practice. Students develop skills in data collection, analysis, interpretation, as well as the oral, signed, and written presentation of research.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: Admission to the MAIS program or consent of instructor


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  • INT 640 Teaching Ethics and Professional Practice


    After observing teachers and mentors in action, students develop teaching methods that infuse Demand-Control Schema into the instruction of ethics and professionalism. They examine ways in which DC-S may be infused into theory and practice courses and design of curriculum.
    Credits: 3


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  • INT 646 Research on Translation and Interpretation II


    Examine translation and interpretation scholarship relevant to their own research interests and evaluate methods, findings and implications. Course designed to support research completion efforts in a structured, directive, and supportive environment.
    Eligible for the RP grade option.
    Credits: 5
    Prerequisite: INT 645  with a B- or better, INT 639  (may be taken concurrently), and completion of all other degree requirements with an average of B- or better


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  • INT 655 Assessment for Interpreter Educators


    Theory in assessment construction, methodology and the use of data in formative and summative assessment design. Students research methods used for curricular and program assessment and evaluation. Will examine, develop, and/or administer assessments and interpret assessment results.
    Credits: 3


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  • INT 665 Interpreter Education Curriculum Development


    Specific approaches and methods for classroom management and facilitation, as well as train-the trainer techniques. Topics include establishing an outline, assessing student performance, instructional technology, platform and presentation skills and addressing difficult issues. Introduces strategies for curriculum development ranging from lesson design to program design.
    Credits: 3


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  • INT 670 Leadership Roles in the Field of Interpreting


    Students analyze current leadership potential and practice. Emphasis on local, national and global trends in leadership practices for translators and interpreters. Students gain skills and knowledge to act as mentors and resources for less-experienced and entry-level interpreters.
    Credits: 3


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  • INT 677 Intrapersonal Aspects of Interpreting


    This course will give students time to explore intrapersonal aspects of interpreters as people, as members of a community, as members of a profession and as interpreters. This will include an in-depth exploration of how the inner landscape of a professional impacts the consumers who are served and how to respond to that reality.
    Credits: 3


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International Students

  
  
  • INTL 199 Listening/Speaking for International Students


    English course for non-native English speakers focusing on academic note taking, lectures and interpersonal communication skills. This is a required course for international students in the ESL Bridge Program/Conditional Admission Program. Other non-native speakers are welcome.
    Credits: 3


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  • INTL 199 Reading/Writing/Research for International Students


    English course for non-native English speakers focusing on writing, reading and research paper writing skills for academic purposes. This is a required course for international students in the ESL Bridge Program/Conditional Admission Program. Other non-native speakers are welcome.
    Credits: 6


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Information Systems

  
  
  • IS 211 Applied Programming: Python


    This is an intermediate programming course that introduces the Python language. Python is a general purpose, high-level programming language whose design philosophy emphasizes code readability, combining power with clear syntax. Its standard library is large and comprehensive. Python is widely used as a scripting language for web applications, system automation and application prototyping.
    Credits: 4


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  • IS 240 Information Management I


    This course introduces data structures and how to apply data management algorithms to various types of data and information. Students gain experience with provisioning infrastructure, and increase their proficiency with the Unix operating system while creating realistic information management solutions.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: CS 133  or CS 134  or CS 161  (may be taken concurrently)


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  • IS 340 Information Management II


    This course introduces core concepts for managing large data sets for organizations. Students learn how to identify and model information requirements, convert data models into relational data models, and verify structural characteristics. Students implement and use a relational database created with an enterprise-class database management system. Students learn and perform basic database administration skills, including techniques to ensure data quality and data security.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: IS 240 , IS 270 , IS 278  and MTH 243  


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  • IS 345 Systems Analysis


    This course discusses the processes, methods, techniques and tools that organizations use to determine how they should operate, with a particular focus on how computer-based technologies can most effectively contribute to the way operations are organized. The course covers a systematic methodology for analyzing an organizational problem or opportunity, articulating operational requirements for the technology solution, specifying alternative approaches to acquiring the capabilities needed, and specifying the requirements for the information systems solution.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: IS 340  


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  • IS 350 Enterprise Architecture


    This course explores the design, selection, implementation and management of enterprise information systems, focusing on applications and infrastructure and their fit with the business. Students learn frameworks and strategies for infrastructure management, system administration, information architecture, content management, distributed computing, middleware, legacy system integration, system consolidation, software selection, total cost of ownership calculation, investment analysis, and emerging technologies. Students hone their ability to communicate technology architecture strategies concisely to a general business audience.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: IS 240 , IS 270  and IS 278  


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  • IS 355 Strategy, Acquisition and Management


    This course explores the issues and approaches in managing the information systems function in organizations and how the IS function enables various types of organizational capabilities. It takes a senior management perspective in exploring the acquisition, development and implementation of plans and policies to achieve efficient and effective information systems.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: IS 350  


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  • IS 380 Information Networks


    This course introduces the use of tools based on information theory, graph theory and game theory to explain aggregate behaviors in social networks, markets and the internet. It will introduce students to common analysis techniques for network data sets and examine archetypical instances drawn from various disciplines.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: MTH 231  


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  • IS 420 Introduction to Database Systems


    Studies the basic concepts of relational database covering, relational model, normalization and information maintenance and information retrieving through SQL. Other topics discussed include the history of data processing, database management systems and their vendors and trends in the area of data processing.
    Credits: 3


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  • IS 421 Database Administration


    Fundamentals of database administration, including installation, configuration, physical storage allocation and management, security, auditing, backup and recovery and troubleshooting. Upon successful completion of course, students will know how to install and configure SQL servers; create and manage user logins and privileges; establish backup and recovery procedures; manage devices, databases and other disk storage; establish auditing procedures; and solve problems that arise during SQL server operations.
    Credits: 3


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  • IS 425 Introduction to Project Management


    The origins of project management and its importance to improving the success of IT projects. Basic topics including scope, cost and time management will be covered. Students will work in groups to plan large scale project management. Students will also learn about software tools that aid in project management.
    Credits: 3


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  • IS 440 Systems Administration


    This course introduces system administration using modern operating systems. This course covers the setup, customization, operation and maintenance of production-quality servers, suitable for deployment of modern server applications such as web hosting, file-sharing and database or network services. Topics include: system proficiency, user and process management, file systems, network configuration, standard security practices and various server applications. Prior operating systems knowledge required.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: IS 345  and IS 355  


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  • IS 470 Project Management


    This course explores the origins of project management and its importance to improving the success of IT projects. Basic topics including scope, cost, time quality and risk management will be covered. Students will work in groups to propose and plan significant projects. Students will also learn about software tools that aid in project management.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: IS 345 , IS 355  and senior standing


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  • IS 486 Network Security


    Focuses on fundamental computer networking security concepts, networking attacks and protection and other security problems in networking applications. Course introduces the attacks on each network layer, including the link layer, network layer and transport layer. Also addresses security problems related to DNS, web services and emails.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: IS 350  or CS 650  or IS 650 


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  • IS 520 Introduction to Database Systems


    Studies the basic concepts of relational database covering, relational model, normalization and information maintenance and information retrieving through SQL. Other topics discussed include the history of data processing, database management systems and their vendors and trends in the area of data processing.
    Credits: 4


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  • IS 525 Introduction to Project Management


    The origins of project management and its importance to improving the success of IT projects. Basic topics including scope, cost and time management will be covered. Students will work in groups to plan large scale project management. Students will also learn about software tools that aid in project management.
    Credits: 4


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  • IS 586 Network Security


    Focuses on fundamental computer networking security concepts, networking attacks and protection and other security problems in networking applications. Course introduces the attacks on each network layer, including the link layer, network layer and transport layer. Also addresses security problems related to DNS, web services and emails.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: CS 650  or IS 650  


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  • IS 600 Foundations of Computer and Information Systems


    Introduction to concepts fundamental to modern computer and information systems. Provides overview of the field of computing relevant to professionals in a business IT setting. Provides a survey of topics not covered by other domain-specific courses. Topics may include: information systems hardware and software components, information representation storage and retrieval, development languages, algorithms and efficiency, operating systems, network communications, database, systems development, security and ethics.
    Credits: 4


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  • IS 641 Project Planning/Design


    Will guide students through the first phase of completing the professional project. Students work with the course instructor and their graduate adviser to select, develop and plan a suitable project, including the initial concept; several rounds of research; writing, critique and refinement; a detailed proposed project plan to be submitted to the students’ graduate committee.
    Credits: 4


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  • IS 642 Project Implementation


    Student will complete the proposed project that was developed in the IS 641 . At least one program faculty member supervises project regarding the milestones, deliverables and content that are expected throughout the term. Students deliver a set of milestones, developed in conjunction with their project proposal, to the instructor that will be used to measure progress. Students report to the instructor each week regarding completion of milestones.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: IS 641  and approved professional project proposal


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  • IS 650 Networks and Communications


    Examination of how computers and computing infrastructure are linked together to enable effective communication and sharing of resources. Topics include the fundamental protocols and technologies of modern computer networks; conceptual abstract layered model for understanding the functionality of the network; local area networks; and the internet. Highly recommend IS 600  before taking this course
    Credits: 4


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  • IS 675 Topics in Information Systems


    Topics may include: detailed study of a foundational field of Information Systems that is not covered by another course; in-depth study of particular current topics; survey of important technologies, software or systems; review of current research areas or popular trends.
    May be repeated for up to 8 credits.
    Credits: 1


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Library Science

  
  • LIB 225 Advanced Research for College, Work and Life


    arch expected in 300- and 400-level courses. Students will learn effective methods and techniques of information gathering, evaluation and presentation. They will develop advanced research techniques and build problem-solving and information-seeking skills they will use after college to make decisions regularly encountered in today’s information-driven workplace.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: Completed LACC writing requirement


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  • LIB 420 Organization of Library Collections


    Analysis of the organization and management of library collections and operations to accomplish their various functions effectively. A study of the concepts of multiple access, descriptive cataloging, L.C. Dewey and other classification systems and L.C. Sears and other subject-heading lists. Survey of commercial vendors cataloging services and online cataloging systems.
    Credits: 3


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  • LIB 436 Information Design and Production


    Librarians, media specialists, classroom teachers and trainers can create instructional graphic materials to meet specific local needs. Develop various skills in creation of graphics and lettering by a variety of methods, techniques of preservation and presentation of graphic audio and video materials and opportunity to demonstrate skills acquired in materials production and use.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor


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  • LIB 450 Collection Development


    Concepts of collection assessment and development. Examination and use of selection tools and criteria for all types of print and non-print materials and equipment. Development of selection policies for both materials and equipment as well as philosophical viewpoints and current issues in censorship and intellectual freedom.
    Credits: 3


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