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Sign Language Interpreting Course Descriptions
SLI 310-4 Linguistics in ASL I (WI)
Study of the field of linguistics, particularly areas of phonology and morphology. Compares and contrasts ASL with English and other signed and spoken languages. Languages are analyzed to discover their patterns and structures.
SLI 320-4 Interpreting I
Enhancement of the ability to produce an equivalent message, working simultaneously between source and target languages of ASL and English, focusing on text analysis and self-evaluation.
SLI 330-4 Transliterating I
Enhancement of the ability to produce an equivalent message, working simultaneously between the source and target languages of signed and spoken English, focusing on text analysis and self-evaluation.
SLI 340-4 Legal and Ethical Aspects of Interpreting
Course focuses on Code of Ethics, standards of practice, legal rights, federal legislation impacting the Deaf and governmental agencies, public services, and private services entitled to the Deaf.
SLI 360-4 Educational Interpreting
Types of educational settings for the Deaf or Hard of Hearing students K – 12 and post secondary setting are presented. Communication, social, and academic aspects are considered. IEP process is examined.
SLI 370-4 Interpreting Through Technology
Exposes students to the technological advances used as means for communication within the Deaf Community. Students will explore the historical and current trends in technology as it applies to the field of interpreting.
SLI 380-4 Deaf-Blind: Their Language Culture and Needs
Overview of necessary skills and role of the interpreter when working with individuals who are Deaf-Blind. Focus on etiology of deaf-blindness and its impact on communication. Introduction to basic sighted-guide techniques.
SLI 390-4 Trends in Deaf Culture (WI)
This course examines trends pertaining to Deaf and hard of hearing populations. Covered are issues that may include deaf education, language and literacy, sports, organizations and cochlear implants.
SLI 410-4 Linguistics in ASL II
Overview of the use of space, non-manuals, syntax, discourse, and sociolinguistics. Linguistic analysis of American Sign Language and spoken languages.
SLI 420-4 Interpreting II
Enhancement of the ability to produce an equivalent message, working simultaneously between source and target languages of ASL and English, focusing on team interpreting, working lengthy segments of discourse, and settings with multiple consumers.
SLI 430-4 Transliterating II
Enhancement of ability to produce an equivalent message, working simultaneously between source and target languages of signed and spoken English, focusing on team interpreting, working lengthy segments of discourse, and settings with multiple consumers.
SLI 440-4 Interpreting Specialties and Settings
Specialty settings of Medical, Mental Health, Legal, Deaf- Blind and Oral Interpreting will be covered. Discussions include ethical decision-making, specialized vocabulary and legal ramifications. Students will demonstrate specialized vocabulary and sign competencies.
SLI 480-4 Voicing Registers
Students advance their skills in producing equivalent spoken English messages from signed source messages in a variety of registers. Continuation of English vocabulary development, ASL vocabulary, interpreting analysis skills, and strategies for team interpreting.
SLI 490-4 Senior Enrichment Project
Student will identify a community/professional need, develop and implement a project plan to benefit the community and/or profession. Student conducts a critical self-assessment and demonstrates appreciation for lifelong learning.
Admission Requirements
Entrance requirements to the SLI program include:
AA degree in sign language interpreting or the equivalent
Cumulative grade point average of 2.35
Base line proficiency of American Sign Language as determined by the SLI faculty of the Department of Human Services
Successful completion of the Degrees of Reading Power Language Test
Admission interview by the SLI Interview Committee. The SLI committee will select and rank applicants using the following criteria:
ASL signing skills, GPA, Score on Degrees of Reading Power Language Test, Interview score and Disposition score.
Transfer students must meet the following criteria for admission to WSU:
Earned a 2.0 cumulative GPA from the last institution where you attempted 9 semester or 12 quarter hours.
Applying to the Program
1. Apply to Wright State University.
Follow instructions for admissions at Wright State University using the following website: http://www.wright.edu/admissions/apply/transfer.html
2. Select SLI (Sign Language Interpreting) as your desired degree.
3. After being accepted to WSU, you will be assigned a college advisor. Make an appointment to meet with him or her to discuss general education requirements. (http://www.cehs.wright.edu/studentinfo/student_services/advising.php)
(Admission to WSU does NOT guarantee admission to the SLI Program!)
4. Complete online application for SLI. You must have your UID number to complete your application. Click to start. (link to p. 17)
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