Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

SISSTOU202A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Perform the intermediate tactics and strategies of Touch

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency SISSTOU202A - Perform the intermediate tactics and strategies of Touch
Description This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to perform the intermediate tactics and strategies of Touch. This unit focuses on the development and performance of Touch tactics and strategies at an intermediate level through the participation in activities, discussions and games.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to current, junior or aspiring athletes who are competing in Touch at a local, state or national level. It may also apply to those in sports development programs.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Nil
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Participate in pre-game preparation sessions.
  • Identify the intermediate tactics and strategies to be developed in consultation with the coach and other players.
  • Determine appropriate psychological methods and techniques during pre-game preparation.
  • Analyse strengths and weaknesses of individual opposition player or players and identify counter strategies.
  • Identify individual and team game plans.
  • Identify the role of the coach and support staff regarding tactics for training, team preparation, game situations and the Touch environment.
       
Element: Implement tactics and strategies during a Touch game.
  • Apply agreed tactics and strategies to counter strengths and weaknesses of own player or players and opposition player or players.
  • Implement identified game plans in a safe manner, according to Touch rules, regulations and policies, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  • Identify statistics for team and players and implement relevant adjustments where required.
  • Maintain effective communication with team members and coach in order to develop own and team performance.
       
Element: Participate in post-game analysis and follow-up.
  • Review tactics and strategies practiced throughout activities and games, and identify strengths and areas requiring improvement.
  • Debrief on game and analyse strengths and weaknesses of own player or players and opposition player or players in relation to field positioning and match-ups for future referral.
  • Record and analyse game and player or players statistics, and use to inform future training and preparation for games.
       


Evidence Required

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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential:

utilises knowledge and interpretation of tactics and strategies of Touch, and relevant rules, regulations and policies to develop and follow game plans, and apply the tactics and strategies applicable to different positions at an intermediate level

determines strengths and weaknesses of individual player or players and teams and psychologically prepares to apply tactics and strategies accordingly

communicates appropriately with team members, coach, referees and support staff throughout activities and games, and responds to feedback

reviews own and team's Touch performance to identify strengths and areas requiring improvement or modifications.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure performance of tactics and strategies relevant to position and conditions on sufficient occasions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.

Assessment must also ensure access to:

Touch training and competition facilities, with marked out fields

groups of players to play intermediate Touch

a coach to instruct and address players

suitably qualified referees

support staff, such as trainers

technological aids and Touch equipment, such as Touch balls

rules and regulations such as the International Activity Organisation laws and best practice codes of conducts such as Australian Touch Association Incorporated Code of Conduct

current relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures that impact on the conduct of drills, activities, games and competitions.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

observation of performance of intermediate tactics and strategies during activities and games

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of tactics and strategies and their application to the different positions of Touch

third-party reports from coaches or referees detailing performance.

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

SISSTOU201A Perform the intermediate skills of Touch.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

communication skills on and off the Touch field to:

determine other player's intentions and movements

communicate with coaches and clarify positions, tactics and strategies

seek feedback and instructions from team members, coaches, support staff and referees

teamwork skills to:

encourage and support team members

share the ball with others

respect other player's decisions

participate effectively in training activities

language and literacy skills to access, interpret and apply information about the rules and regulations of Touch games and competitions

problem-solving skills to:

read the play

predict the actions of other players

determine the strengths and weaknesses of the opposition,

respond with appropriate tactics and strategies during a game

self management skills to:

review and reflect on own performance

organise time and priorities effectively

set short, medium and long term goals.

Required knowledge

legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe participation during Touch activities and games

rules, regulations and policies of Touch, including laws of the game and best practice codes to participate appropriately

psychological methods and techniques used in game preparation

positions and players of Touch and their roles and responsibilities on the field, during games

equipment used in Touch activities and games to enhance development of tactics and strategies

communication systems used between players, coaches, support staff and referees during Touch activities and games

self-reflection principles to enable effective self-evaluation for future improvement of tactics and strategies.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Intermediate tactics and strategies may include:

set plays

patterns and principles of play in attack:

going forward

speed of play

use of touch count

pressure

support the ball

patterns and principles of play in defence:

wrap defence

ruck or rollball defence

switch pass defence

wing policy

ruck policy

decision making

match analysis

game plans for team and individuals

weather and ground condition

communication.

Psychological methods and techniques may include:

goal setting

visualisation

relaxation techniques

motivation techniques

focusing.

Strengths and weaknesses may include:

height

weight

speed

ability to successfully implement team plays

ability to use deception and prediction.

Game plans may include:

individual and team

targeting opposition players

style of play

set plays

identifying weaknesses in opposition team

situational plays.

Role of the coach may include:

individual and team preparation

identify strengths and weaknesses

develop strategies to improve weaknesses and strengths

developing an implementing tactics and strategies

performance assessment of team and opposition.

Rules, regulations and policies may include:

International Activity Organisation laws

Australian Touch Association Incorporated Code of Conduct

Australian Touch Association Incorporated Anti-doping policy

Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy.

Relevant legislation may include:

occupational health and safety

authority or permission from land owners, local council and or Touch clubs.

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

occupational health and safety

conflict resolution

communication protocols

use, care and maintenance of equipment and field

training and scheduling commitments

code of ethics.

Statistics may include:

penalties

errors

team plays

touchdowns.

Effective communication may include:

calls

hand signals

eye signals

signs.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify the intermediate tactics and strategies to be developed in consultation with the coach and other players. 
Determine appropriate psychological methods and techniques during pre-game preparation. 
Analyse strengths and weaknesses of individual opposition player or players and identify counter strategies. 
Identify individual and team game plans. 
Identify the role of the coach and support staff regarding tactics for training, team preparation, game situations and the Touch environment. 
Apply agreed tactics and strategies to counter strengths and weaknesses of own player or players and opposition player or players. 
Implement identified game plans in a safe manner, according to Touch rules, regulations and policies, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 
Identify statistics for team and players and implement relevant adjustments where required. 
Maintain effective communication with team members and coach in order to develop own and team performance. 
Review tactics and strategies practiced throughout activities and games, and identify strengths and areas requiring improvement. 
Debrief on game and analyse strengths and weaknesses of own player or players and opposition player or players in relation to field positioning and match-ups for future referral. 
Record and analyse game and player or players statistics, and use to inform future training and preparation for games. 

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