CRTR-8025D Judicial Technology

Prerequisites None
Explore computer-aided transcription software including instruction in operating the real-time translation system, speaker
identification, formatting, litigation support, building a dictionary, creating block files, macros, and auto-includes. Receive an overview of each of these items: the reporter’s role in litigation support; hardware and software; and the reporter’s role in CART and captioning.

Contact Hours: 27.5

OUTCOME 1: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to explain the operation of a computer-aided transcription system and the use of the system’s support.

OBJECTIVES: 

1. Identify the terminology and components of a computer-aided transcription system.
2. Demonstrate the ability to sign on and off a CAT system.
3. Demonstrate the ability to create a starter dictionary.
4. Demonstrate the ability to utilize the support services available.

OUTCOME 2: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to navigate and utilize the software to produce a transcript. 

OBJECTIVES:

1. Demonstrate the ability to read and translates notes and hook up to realtime.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of file management and storage options.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of printing and delivery methods available.
4. Demonstrate the skills of editing, globaling and dictionary management.
5. Understand the creation and use of block files, including title and certificate pages.
6. Demonstrate an understanding of the resources available for realtime preparation.
7. Produce a five-page, first-pass transcript with a goal of 95 percent

OUTCOME 3: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to identify other technology used by court reporters for their daily work.

OBJECTIVES:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of computer terminology and Microsoft Windows and dialogs.
2. Identify other CAT software systems.
3. Identify other software programs available on the market to assist reporters.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of a variety of reporter roles, including freelance, courtroom, CART, and captioning.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the reporter’s role in litigation support.

OUTCOME 4: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of available electronic writers.

OBJECTIVES:

1. Understand the variety of writers on the market.
2. Explain what basic care and maintenance a writer needs.
3. Understand the basics of key adjustment, stroke tension and stroke depth.
4. Understand basic realtime-related software/hardware.
5. Explain the function of support related to hardware.

OUTCOME 5: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to identify how videotaping impacts the legal profession.

OBJECTIVES:

1. Explain what a videographer is and their role in depositions and trials.
2. Understand the NCRA CLVS program available for videographers.

Common Degree Outcomes:

☒1. The graduate can integrate the knowledge and technological skills necessary to be a successful learner.

☒2. The graduate can demonstrate how to think competently.

☐3. The graduate can demonstrate how to employ mathematical knowledge.

☒4. The graduate can demonstrate how to communicate properly.

☒5. The graduate is sensitive to issues relating to a diverse, global society.

 
Topics

1. Software Available
2. Support - visualizers, videos and lessons
3. Reading and Translating Notes
4. Realtime hookup
5. User Settings
6. Dictionary Building and Dictionary Management
7. Hyperkeys, Editing, Globaling, and the Info Bar
8. Paragraphs and Margins
9. Block Files
10. Practice Dictation
11. File Management
12. Block files
13. Make Title Page/Index Page
14. Printing and Delivery
15. How to Log Jobs, Captions, Invoices
16. Videographers

Instructor will assess students based on:

Class participation = 20%

Attendance= 20%

Produce a five page, first- pass transcript with 95% = 60%

Student must achieve a score of 70% or higher to pass the class.

Textbook
Textbook Recommended: Eclipse Basic Workbook (latest Edition)