Page 399 - 22-23_Undergraduate_Prospectus

ENGLISH

Code Module Credits Duration Prerequisite(s)
YEAR 4 (Cont.)

TRAN4119 Chinese-Portuguese Translation 2 30 hrs TRAN4118
This course introduces different translation theories and approaches. Students are

required to translate Chinese texts of various genres into Portuguese and study related
cultural and rhetorical issues. Upon completion of this course, students will better
understand the characteristics of Chinese-Portuguese translation with their translation
ability enhanced.

TRAN4120 English-Chinese Translation 2 30 hrs ---
This course aims to familiarize students with the basic concepts of and various
approaches to translation, with special emphasis laid upon techniques of translating
from English into Chinese. Students are exposed to extensive translation practices and
in-depth discussions on translated texts of different genres, in order to further develop
their practical translation skills, and to enhance their perception of the nature of
translation. Students are also encouraged to find various solutions to problems
encountered in the process of translation. This course prepares students for more
specialized translation courses.

TRAN4121 Chinese-English Translation 2 30 hrs TRAN4120
This course aims to familiarize students with the basic techniques of translating from
Chinese into English. Students are exposed to extensive translation practices and in-
depth discussions on translated texts of different genres, in order to further develop
their practical translation techniques, and to enhance their perception of the nature of
translation. Students are also encouraged to find various solutions to problems
encountered in the process of translation. This course prepares students for more
specialized translation courses.
Elective Subjects - Group A

COMP1112 Advanced Application of Information 2 30 hrs ---
Technology
This course aims to help students understand the role of computer technology in the
modern world and grasp the practical computer knowledge and skills in order to better
adapt themselves to the fast changing information technology and achieve the ability to
face the challenges in the future. The students will learn various applied software and
strengthen their understanding of theories on computer technology. The contents to be
covered in this course include the applications of word processing, spreadsheet,
Powerpoint and web browser.
ENGL1113 English Grammar 2 30 hrs ---
This course aims to provide an introduction to the analyses of English grammar at the

word, sentence and discourse levels. Upon completion of the course, students are
expected to understand the basic knowledge about traditional grammar and concepts
like ‘correctness’ and ‘Standard English’, and apply this knowledge to their learning of
English, thus laying a foundation for further improvement of their English proficiency.

392