Training Programs

TAC provides high-quality training opportunities that prepare students for the translation profession using modern tools, practical tasks, and AI-assisted workflows. Programs are open to PSU translation students and to trainees from other universities through the cooperative training track.

1. Translation Training Program (for PSU Students)

Program Goals

• Strengthen translation accuracy and linguistic competence
• Build critical thinking and analytical skills
• Develop the ability to handle real translation tasks
• Master editing, proofreading, and terminology research
• Use CAT tools and AI-assisted translation tools effectively

What Students Learn

• Source-text analysis
• Translation of short to complex texts
• Grammar, structure, and style refinement
• Technology use: MT, CAT tools, online corpora
• Quality assurance and revision techniques

Eligibility

• PSU students (College of Humanities & Sciences)
• Priority for senior-level translation students
• Higher GPAs receive priority

Assessment

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• Attendance (minimum 20 hours required)
• Quality of translated tasks
• Progress in accuracy, terminology use, and editing skills

2. Cooperative Training Program (for External Universities)

Program Goals

• Provide real work experience for translation majors
• Build professional confidence and communication skills
• Develop high-quality translation, editing, and technological competence
• Encourage teamwork, initiative, and problem-solving

Training Tasks Include

• Translation (Arabic ↔ English)
• Editing & proofreading
• Administrative support
• Content design
• Social media content management

Eligibility

• Translation major
• Required documents:

• University letter
• Academic transcript
• Updated CV

• Passing TAC interview + admission test
• Priority for students with high GPAs

Assessment

• Regular attendance (no more than 3 unexcused absences)
• Translation quality and improvement
• Professional attitude and commitment
• Continuous feedback from supervisors

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3. Workshops & Short Courses

Offered throughout the year for PSU and external learners.

Topics include:

• TranslatioTranslation & editing skillsn & editing skills
• Research writing and academic structure
• AI tools for translators
• CAT tools and digital terminology
• Book authorship and publishing
• Technical writing & communication
• Visual literacy and infographic design

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4. AI-Powered Translation Lab

A modern training environment integrating AI and digital tools.

Lab Features:

• AI-assisted translation tools
• CAT tools training (e.g., memoQ, Trados, etc.)
• Corpus-based translation support
• Quality assurance tools
• Hands-on guided practice