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Diploma of Translating
Diploma of Translating
PSP50822
BIB1
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 21/11/2022 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who translate general purpose texts from one language to another, to convey information written in plain language to a limited and known audience in translated texts, or to an audience in translated spoken or signed utterances, that are fit for purpose and appropriate to the context, target audience and end use.
The Diploma of Translating prepares translators to translate texts that contain limited equivalence problems between source and target text, plain language and concepts accessible to the general public, and limited requirement for research on the subject beyond client resources. Limited and known audiences include the clients of community services, educational institutions, community information services and businesses, or may relate to government client relationships.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian Standards and industry codes of practice.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Thirteen (13) units must be completed:- Four (4) core units
- Nine (9) elective units.
One of the specialisations outlined below must be chosen.
Packaging for Specialisations
English to LOTE specialisation:
All Group A electives must be selected for the award of the Diploma of Translating (English to LOTE).
- Three (3) units from Group A
- Three (3) units from Groups B to E
- Three (3) units from Groups B to E, or any current Training Package or accredited course.
LOTE to English specialisation:
All Group B electives must be selected for the award of the Diploma of Translating (LOTE to English).
- Three (3) units from Group B
- Three (3) units from Groups A, C, D or E
- Three (3) units from Groups A, C, D or E, or any current Training Package or accredited course.
Language Pair Direction specialisation:
All Group C electives must be selected for the award of the Diploma of Translating (Language Pair Direction).
- Six (6) units from Group C
- Two (2) units from Group E
- One (1) unit from Group E, or any current Training Package or accredited course.
Auslan specialisation:
All group D electives must be selected for the award of the Diploma of Translating (Auslan).
- Five (5) units from Group D
- Two (2) units from Group E
- Two (2) units from Group E, or any current Training Package or accredited course.
The selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the complexity of skills appropriate to the AQF level of this qualification.
1. Core Units
All four (4) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEI81 | PSPTIS102 | Apply codes and standards to ethical practice | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OEH55 | PSPTIS103 | Build glossaries for translating and interpreting assignments | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OEG09 | PSPTIS104 | Prepare to translate or interpret | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OEH54 | PSPTIS106 | Translate and certify non-narrative texts | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A: English to LOTE specialisation
All three (3) units must be selected for the award of the Diploma of Translating (English to LOTE) specialisation.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEG07 | PSPTIS110 | Demonstrate routine written LOTE proficiency in different subjects and cultural contexts | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OEF80 | PSPTIS147 | Read and analyse general purpose English texts to be translated | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OEH53 | PSPTIS107 | Translate general purpose texts from English to LOTE | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B: LOTE to English specialisation
All three (3) units must be selected for the award of the Diploma of Translating (LOTE to English) specialisation.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEH48 | PSPTIS111 | Demonstrate routine written English proficiency in different subjects and cultural contexts | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OEG05 | PSPTIS109 | Read and analyse general purpose LOTE texts to be translated | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OEF93 | PSPTIS108 | Translate general purpose texts from LOTE to English | 50 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C: Language Pair Direction specialisation
All six (6) units must be selected for the award of the Diploma of Translating (Language Pair Direction) specialisation.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEH48 | PSPTIS111 | Demonstrate routine written English proficiency in different subjects and cultural contexts | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OEG07 | PSPTIS110 | Demonstrate routine written LOTE proficiency in different subjects and cultural contexts | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OEF80 | PSPTIS147 | Read and analyse general purpose English texts to be translated | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OEG05 | PSPTIS109 | Read and analyse general purpose LOTE texts to be translated | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OEH53 | PSPTIS107 | Translate general purpose texts from English to LOTE | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OEF93 | PSPTIS108 | Translate general purpose texts from LOTE to English | 50 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D: Auslan specialisation
All five (5) units must be selected for the award of the Diploma of Translating (Auslan) specialisation.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEH48 | PSPTIS111 | Demonstrate routine written English proficiency in different subjects and cultural contexts | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OEF80 | PSPTIS147 | Read and analyse general purpose English texts to be translated | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OEG05 | PSPTIS109 | Read and analyse general purpose LOTE texts to be translated | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OEH53 | PSPTIS107 | Translate general purpose texts from English to LOTE | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OEF93 | PSPTIS108 | Translate general purpose texts from LOTE to English | 50 | Unit of competency |
6. Group E: General electives
Up to six (6) units may be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCF64 | BSBCRT311 | Apply critical thinking skills in a team environment | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OEF91 | PSPTIS124 | Apply theories to translating work practices | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OEG08 | PSPTIS105 | Conduct career planning | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OAA21 | PSPLAN012 | Converse in Auslan at a proficient user level | 340 | Unit of competency |
| AWF34 | CUAWRT401 | Edit texts | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBU39 | ICTICT214 | Operate application software packages | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OCD71 | BSBWRT311 | Write simple documents | 30 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZY0 | PSP50816 | Diploma of Translating | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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