The acquisition of translation competence constitutes a pivotal aptitude for English language learners, encompassing both receptive and productive linguistic capabilities. It is acknowledged that translation competence is multifaceted, integrating a spectrum of skills. This research primarily concentrates on the development of instrumental competence within the PACTE's proposed translation competence framework, utilizing specialized courses in translation technology. It subsequently examines the cascading influence of this particular competence on overarching translation abilities. The study reveals that the enhancement of this core competence concurrently leads to the improvement of other sub-competences. Consequently, the approach to bolstering translation competence entails not only the augmentation of specific translational knowledge but also a holistic and methodical attention to a spectrum of sub-competencies.

Yueshanman Li, Mofan Li. The Impact of Translation Technology on Enhancing English Majors’ Translation Competence: A Study within the PACTE Framework. International Journal of New Developments in Education (2023) Vol. 5, Issue 25: 11-15. https://doi.org/10.25236/IJNDE.2023.052503.

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