Toward technical translation competence

Abstract EN

The present study aims at identifying the competences required to master technical translation in addition to the psycho physiological components reinforcing the translator's performance and enabling him to solve problems related to technical translation.

The study identifies and clarifies the basic concepts related to translation competence and psycho physiological components that are necessary for any technical translator.

The research suggests recommendations and solutions to the difficulties encountered when translating technical texts and to competence development.

The problematic was investigated from a cognitive and metacognitive perspective departing from “Hurtado Albir Amparo” and the “PACTE Group” achievements in order to apply their results and recommendations at the individual level and in the training of translators in general and technical translators in particular.