computational linguistics
The computer science field that researches the modelling of natural languages into computational and programming languages.
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Language engineers work within the field of computing science, and more specifically in the field of natural language processing. They aim to close the gap in translation between accurate human translations to machine-operated translators. They parse texts, compare and map translations, and improve the linguistics of translations through programming and code.
Competences and skills
44 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 11 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
6 competencesengineering processes
The systematic approach to the development and maintenance of engineering systems.
machine translation
The computing field that researches the use of software for translating text or speech from one language to another.
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natural language processing
The technologies which enable ICT devices to understand and interact with users through human language.
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principles of artificial intelligence
The artificial intelligence theories, applied principles, architectures and systems, such as intelligent agents, multi-agent systems, expert systems, rule-based systems, neural networks, ontologies and cognition theories.
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project management
The discipline of project management, the activities which comprise this area and the variables implied in it, such as time, resources, requirements, deadlines, and responding to unexpected events.
Cross-sector
5 competencesalgorithms
The self-contained step-by-step sets of operations that carry out calculations, data processing and automated reasoning, usually to solve problems.
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engineering principles
The engineering elements like functionality, replicability, and costs in relation to the design and how they are applied in the completion of engineering projects.
modern languages
All human languages still actively used today.
task algorithmisation
The techniques to convert unstructured descriptions of a process into step-by-step sequence of actions of a finite number of steps.
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technical drawings
Drawing software and the various symbols, perspectives, units of measurement, notation systems, visual styles and page layouts used in technical drawings.
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Essential skills and competences 10 competences
Occupation specific
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Sector-specific
5 competencesconduct ICT code review
Examine and review systematically computer source code to identify errors in any stage of development and to improve the overall software quality.
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develop code exploits
Create and test software exploits in a controlled environment to uncover and check system bugs or vulnerabilities.
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evaluate translation technologies
Use technologies for translation and provide observations on their use for defined purposes.
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follow translation quality standards
Comply with agreed standards, such as the European standard EN 15038 and the ISO 17100, to ensure that requirements for language-service providers are met and to guarantee uniformity.
interpret technical requirements
Analyse, understand and apply the information provided regarding technical conditions.
Cross-sector
5 competencesapply statistical analysis techniques
Use models (descriptive or inferential statistics) and techniques (data mining or machine learning) for statistical analysis and ICT tools to analyse data, uncover correlations and forecast trends.
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define technical requirements
Specify technical properties of goods, materials, methods, processes, services, systems, software and functionalities by identifying and responding to the particular needs that are to be satisfied according to customer requirements.
manage engineering project
Manage engineering project resources, budget, deadlines, and human resources, and plan schedules as well as any technical activities pertinent to the project.
perform scientific research
Gain, correct or improve knowledge about phenomena by using scientific methods and techniques, based on empirical or measurable observations.
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use technical drawing software
Create technical designs and technical drawings using specialised software.
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Optional knowledge 11 competences
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Sector-specific
4 competencesinformation architecture
The methods through which information is generated, structured, stored, maintained, linked, exchanged and used.
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information structure
The type of infrastructure which defines the format of data: semi-structured, unstructured and structured.
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speech recognition
The development in the computing field where voice can be recognised by machines and present the results of the spoken fragment or command.
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transcreation
The process of reproducing commercial content, usually brand related, in other languages while conserving the most important nuances and messages. This refers to the preserving emotional and intangible aspects of brands in translated commercial materials.
Cross-sector
7 competencescognitive psychology
The human mental processes such as attention, memory, language use, perception, problem solving, creativity and thinking.
grammar
The set of structural rules governing the composition of clauses, phrases, and words in any given natural language.
linguistics
The scientific study of language and its three aspects, language form, language meaning, and language in context.
probability theory
The branch of mathematics concerned with the analysis of random phenomena.
screen reader
Software program which converts screen elements such as text, images, or buttons, displayed in the computer into Braille or speech. Assistive technology used by visually impaired or blind people to interpret what appears on the computer screen through braille output, audio icons or speech synthesisers.
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semantics
The branch of linguistics that studies meaning; it analyses of words, phrases, signs, and symbols and the relation between them.
terminology
The study of terms, their etymology, and their use. The study of the meaning of words depending on the context in which they are used, the origin of the word, and its evolution over time.
Optional skills and competences 12 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesdevelop translation memory software
Develop and improve translation memory software for retrieving equivalent target texts in existing databases when translating from one language to another.
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manage ICT semantic integration
Oversee integration of public or internal databases and other data, by using semantic technologies to produce structured semantic output.
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Cross-sector
10 competencesapply grammar and spelling rules
Apply the rules of spelling and grammar and ensure consistency throughout texts.
conduct search engine optimisation
Execute optimal marketing research and strategies on search engine processes, also known as search engine marketing (SEM), in order to increase online traffic and website exposure.
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manage localisation
Modify content or a product for the transference from one locale to another through the use of content translation or localisation service providers.
speak different languages
Master foreign languages to be able to communicate in one or more foreign languages.
research
translate language concepts
Translate one language into another language. Match words and expressions with their corresponding brothers in other languages, while making sure that the message and nuances of the original text are preserved.
update language skills
Research or practice language skills to stay current with language changes in order to best translate or interpret.
use computer-aided translation
Operate computer-aided translation (CAT) software to facilitate the language translation processes.
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use dictionaries
Use glossaries and dictionaries to search for the meaning, the spelling, and synonyms of words.
use translation memory software
Facilitate efficient language translation using translation memory software.
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use word processing software
Use computer software applications for composition, editing, formatting, and printing of any sort of written material.
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