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, games and competitions.

1.1 Access and interpret golf rules, regulations and policies.

1.2 Determine specific biomechanical principles as they apply to the advanced skills of golf.

1.3 Identify the advanced skills of golf and determine observable body movements for each stage of skills sequencing.

1.4 Identify the advanced skills of golf applicable to different shots and their purpose.

1.5 Select learning aids, equipment and environment to enhance acquisition of advanced golf skills.

2. Participate in golf drills, activities, games and competitions.

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

2.2 Link and perform the advanced skills in competition conditions.

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

3. Review and adapt advanced skills performance.

3.1 Review performance and identify strengths and areas requiring improvement.

3.2 Identify conditions and external influences affecting conduct of activities and identify strategies to improve future performance.

Required skills

communication skills to:

communicate with coaches or professionals

follow instructions during drills and activities, games and competitions

clarify rules and seek feedback on performance

language and literacy skills to access, interpret and apply information about the rules and regulations of golf

problem-solving skills to:

respond to changing conditions during training and competition situations

apply strategies to improve 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

rules, regulations and policies of relevant golfing bodies including Golf Australia and the Professional Golfers Association (PGA) of Australia

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

self-reflection principles to enable effective self-evaluation for improved competition performance

golf drills, activities, games and competitions to develop and enhance advanced skills

equipment and technological aids used in golf drills, activities, games and competitions to develop and enhance advanced skills and improve competition performance

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

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:

perform the advanced skills of golf to achieve a handicap of 3 or better for males and 6 or better for females under competition conditions over a minimum of five rounds on a minimum of three 18 hole golf courses and achieve a score in the range of 60 to 75 on the National Skills Test

determine observable body movements for each stage of advanced skills and link together and implement these during drills, activities, games and competitions

communicate with coach or PGA mentor, officials and support staff throughout drills, activities, games and competitions, and respond to feedback

review own performance to identify strengths and develop strategies to address areas requiring improvement.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

achievement of a handicap of 3or better for males and 6 or better for females under competition conditions over a minimum of 5 x 18 hole rounds or equivalent and achieves a score in the range of 60 to 75 on the National Skills Test.

Assessment must also ensure access to:

golf training and competition facilities

a coach with a minimum National Coaching Accreditation Scheme Level III accreditation or PGA mentor to instruct athletes

suitably qualified golfing officials and support staff

technological aids and equipment

resources and information outlining the advanced skills of golf

rules and regulations of golf, current 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 advanced skills of golf during drills, activities, games and competitions

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant rules, regulations and etiquette of golf and the various advanced 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:

SISSGLF315 Apply the advanced tactics and strategies of golf.

Industry has determined that this unit should be assessed with the following units:

SISSGLF307 Participate in conditioning for golf.

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

PGA of Australia

Registered Golf Clubs

Australian Sports Commission (ASC)

current edition of the Rules of Golf.

Specific biomechanical principles may include:

parameters integral to successful movement execution

segmental coordination for optimal performance

linking of individual skill components or phases for the production of speed, power and accuracy

summation of forces concept

kinematic sequence in the golf swing

information and data from force plates and motion capture systems

specific muscle actions and technical adjustments to minimise the risk of injury.

Advanced skills of golf may include:

shot shaping – draws, fades

trajectory control – high, low, medium

shots from various lies – wet, bare, sandy, rough

shots from divots or depressions

shots from uneven ground – uphill, downhill, side slopes

shots to avoid obstacles - around, over or under

shots accounting for wind – into wind, downwind, side wind

specialty shots – hook, punch, bump & run

putts requiring advanced green reading

understanding and application of ball flight laws.

Learning aids, equipment and environment may include:

golf equipment

golf course

golf range

putting green

competitions and tournaments

mirrors

impact bags

alignment aids

lie boards

computer software and technological devices.

Drills, activities, games and competitionsmay include:

drills and activities for shot shaping and trajectory control e.g. 9-ball drill

drills and activities for distance and accuracy

drills and activities for generating clubhead speed

drills and activities which promote clubhead control

drills and activities with different swing lengths

drills and activities with a range of tempos

drills and activities with a range of alignments and ball positions

putting drills for distance and accuracy

putting drills for tempo

National Skills Test under competitive conditions

competitive drills and activities with partners or teams

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

competitive or points-based games such as Aussie rules and 54-shot challenge

drills and activities which benchmark results against Tour averages

advanced activities using computer swing and or video analysis

advanced activities using technological devices

competition rounds and tournaments.

Organisation policies and proceduresmay include:

work health and safety

conflict resolution

communication protocols

use and maintenance of equipment and facility

training and scheduling commitments

code of ethics or behaviour

golf course etiquette and local rules.

Review may include:

formal review with the coach or professional

video review

competitive game scores and scores on skills tests

statistical recording and analysis

round, competition and tournament scores or performances.

Conditions and external influencesmay include:

environmental and weather conditions

other facility users

course conditions

support staff

spectators

parents

referees and administrators

other coaches or professionals.