SISSGLF201
Perform the A-Grade skills of golf

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to perform the A-Grade skills of golf. A-Grade golf is defined as a handicap of 5 to 12 for males and females and a National Skills Test score in the range of 50 to 60. This unit focuses on the development and performance of A-Grade golf skills through participation in drills, activities and games.

Application

This unit applies to athletes who want to pursue a career in golf at a regional, state, territory or national level.


Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide.

1. Prepare for drills, activities and games.

1.1 Access and interpret golf rules, regulations and policies.

1.2 Determine basic biomechanical principles as they apply to golf.

1.3 Identify A-Grade skills of golf and determine observable body movements for each stage of these skills in priority of importance when performing the skills.

1.4 Select appropriate learning aids, equipment and environment to enhance acquisition of A-Grade skills.

2. Participate in drills, activities and games.

2.1 Undertake drills, activities and games according to organisation policies and procedures.

2.2 Link and perform the A-Grade skills of golf.

2.3 Maintain effective communication with coach during drills, activities and games.

3. Review A-Grade skills performance.

3.1 Review performance and identify strengths and areas requiring improvement.

3.2 Identify conditions and external influences affecting conduct of activities.

Required Skills

Required skills

communication skills to:

communicate with coaches and or professionals

follow instructions during drills, activities and games

clarify rules and seek feedback on performance

self-management skills to:

review and reflect on own performance

organise time and priorities effectively

set short, medium and long term goals

ability to play golf at a sufficient standard to obtain and retain a specified official golf handicap according to the Golf Australia handicapping system.

Required knowledge

legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe participation during golf drills, activities, games and competitions

best practice codes and etiquette in order to play at a sufficient standard to obtain an official golf handicap according to the Golf Australia handicapping system

biomechanical principles to enable development and application of A-Grade golf skills

self-reflection principles to identify strengths and weaknesses

equipment and technological aids used in golf drills, activities, and games to facilitate the development of A-Grade skills

safety requirements and practices during golf drills, activities and games

communication systems used between players, coaches and support staff and officials during golf drills, activities and games.

Evidence Required

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 ability to:

utilise knowledge and interpretation of A-Grade skills of golf, and relevant rules, regulations and policies to achieve a handicap of 5 to 12 under competition conditions over a minimum of five rounds on a minimum of three 18 hole golf courses and achieves a score in the range of 50 to 60 on the National Skills Test

identify observable body movements for each stage of A-Grade skills and link these together during practice drills, activities and games

communicate with coach, officials and support staff throughout drills, activities and games and respond to feedback

review own performance to identify strengths and areas requiring improvement.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

achievement of a handicap of 5to 12 under competition conditions over a minimum of 5 x 18 hole rounds or equivalent

achievement of a score in the range of 50 to 60 on the National Skills Test to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.

Assessment must also ensure access to:

golf training and competition facilities

a coach or professional to instruct athletes

suitably qualified golfing officials and support staff

technological aids and equipment

information outlining the A-Grade skills of golf

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

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 A-Grade skills of golf during drills, activities and games

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant rules and regulations, etiquette of golf and the various A-Grade skills of golf

third-party reports from coaches or professionals detailing performance.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. Industry has determined that this unit should be assessed with the following units:

SISSGLF202 Apply the A-Grade tactics and strategies of golf.


Range Statement

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 individual, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Rules, regulations and policiesmay include:

Golf Australia handicapping system

best practice codes of ethics and policies of organisations such as:

Golf Australia

Professional Golfers Association (PGA) of Australia

Registered Golf Clubs

Australian Sports Commission (ASC).

Basic biomechanical principles may include:

balance and base of support

centre of gravity

Newton’s laws; linear and angular motion

forces and torques

linear and angular momentum, moment of inertia

levers

projectile motion

power.

A-Grade skills of golf must include:

pre-swing fundamentals:

grip

aim and alignment

stance

ball position

posture

in-swing fundamentals:

full swing concept

stages of the full swing

full swing principles

short game fundamentals:

pitching

chipping

bunker play

putting.

Learning aids, equipment and environment may include:

golf equipment

golf course

golf range

putting green

mirrors

impact bags

alignment aids

lie boards

computer software and technological devices.

Drills, activities and gamesmay include:

warm-up and cool-down activities

drills and activities for pre-swing fundamentals

drills and activities for in-swing fundamentals

drills and activities for short game fundamentals

on-course modified games such as, two-ball worst-ball

range-based games such as Aussie rules

National Skills Test or modified equivalent

activities using computer swing and or video analysis

activities using technological devices.

Organisation policies and proceduresmay include:

work health and safety

conflict resolution

communication protocols

training and scheduling commitments

code of ethics or behaviour

golf course etiquette and local rules.

Review may include:

individual evaluation

video review

statistical recording and analysis

modified game scores

scores on skills tests.

Conditions and external influencesmay include:

environmental and or weather conditions

other facility users

support staff

parents

referees and administrators

other coaches or professionals.


Sectors

Sport


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.


Licensing Information

No licensing, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.