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2017-2018 College Catalog 
    
2017-2018 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Degree Map: American Sign Language, Interpreter Education AAS


This degree map shows how you might complete this degree in five (5) semesters.  See an academic advisor for a customized degree map that works for you.  To earn the Associate in Applied Science degree, you must achieve a grade point average of 2.0 as a minimum on all coursework required for the degree.   All ASLE and INED courses must be completed with a grade of ‘C’ or better.

Note the Milestones below each semester.  Milestones are reminders of actions you should take during that semester to help keep you on track for degree completion.

First Semester

Course Number and Title Credit Hours
ASLE 1363 - American Sign Language I  
Includes video lab assignments outside of class.
3
ASLE 1413 - Deaf Culture and History   3
ENGL 1113 - Composition I   3
HIST 1483 - U.S. History 1492 to the Civil War Era  or HIST 1493 - U.S. History - Civil War Era to the Present   3
Total Credit Hours 12

Milestones

  • To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 1.70 during the first 30 credit hours attempted.  See a financial aid counselor to determine your financial aid status.
  • Download MS Office from MyTCC.
  • Form a study group, join a student organization, or volunteer at a community service site.
  • Visit the writing, math and science, or technology learning centers for free individual tutoring support services.
  • Check academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.
  • Meet with an academic advisor before enrolling for the next semester.

Second Semester

Course Number and Title Credit Hours
ASLE 1373 - American Sign Language II  
Includes video lab assignments outside of class.
3
ENGL 1213 - Composition II  or ENGL 2333 - Technical/Professional Writing   3
INED 1423 - Introduction to Interpreting   3
POLS 1113 - American Federal Government   3
Total Credit Hours 12

Milestones

  • To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 1.70 during the first 30 credit hours attempted.  See a financial aid counselor to determine your financial aid status.
  • Meet with an academic advisor before enrolling for the next semester.
  • Check academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.
  • Visit Career Services by your 20th credit hour to explore career opportunities associated with this degree.

Third Semester

Course Number and Title Credit Hours
*ASLE 2414 - American Sign Language III  4
*INED 2213 - American Sign Language to English Interpreting I  3
*INED 2393 - Interpreting I  3
COMM 1113 - Public Speaking  or COMM 2103 - Interpersonal Communication  or COMM 2113 - Fundamentals of Listening   3
Total Credit Hours 13
*Includes video lab assignments outside of class  

Milestones

  • To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 1.70 during the first 30 credit hours attempted.  See a financial aid counselor to determine your financial aid status.
  • Meet with an academic advisor before enrolling for the next semester.
  • Check academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.

Fourth Semester

Course Number and Title Credit Hours
*ASLE 2524 - American Sign Language IV   4
*INED 2233 - American Sign Language to English Interpreting II   3
*INED 2403 - Interpreting II   3
*INED 2443 - Interpreting in Specialized Settings   3
Total Credit Hours 13
*Includes video lab assignments outside of class.  

Milestone

  • Meet with an academic advisor for a graduation check.
  • To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 if 31 or more hours have been attempted.  See a financial aid counselor to determine your financial aid status.
  • Check academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.
  • Visit Career Services to build your resume.

Fifth Semester

Course Number and Title Credit Hours
INED 2613 - Interpreting III   3
INED 2643 - Interpreting Internship  
Students must complete 150 clock hours of interpreting work under supervision.
3
Controlled Electives. Select one course from the following:
ENGL 1083 - Grammar and Mechanics  
PSYC 1113 - Introduction to Psychology (S)  
PSYC 1313 - Human Relations (S)  
SOCI 2113 - Social Problems in America (S)  
3
Recommended Elective 1
Total Credit Hours 10

Milestone

  • Take the Quality Assurance Screening Test - QAST (in Oklahoma City) performance test prior to the end of the semester.
  • Meet with an academic advisor to file for graduation.
  • To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 if 31 or more hours have been attempted.  See a financial aid counselor to determine your financial aid status.