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Construct and repair fishing rods
Construct and repair fishing rods
Unit of competency
National Code
SISOFSH314A
SISOFSH314A
State Code
D6391
D6391
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Transition (Deleted)
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/10/2014
Field of Education
092101 - Sport And Recreation Activities
Original Release Date
13/10/2014
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to build and repair a fishing rod. The unit focuses on establishing rod requirements, sourcing appropriate components and equipment, and selecting an appropriate design before building, repairing and trialling the rod.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to build a fishing rod.
- 1.1. Confirm client requirements.
- 1.2. Determine a rod design which meets client requirements, target species, habitat application and line class according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
- 1.3. Choose appropriate rod blank, rod components, materials and construction methods.
- 1.4. Source rod building equipment, components and materials according to organisational policies and procedures.
2. Construct a rod.
- 2.1. Locate rod spine.
- 2.2. Place grips onto the rod.
- 2.3. Position and place reel seat and guides.
- 2.4. Apply binding to the rod and burnish threads.
- 2.5. Apply filler and finish coat.
3. Repair a fishing rod.
- 3.1. Confirm client repair requirements.
- 3.2. Determine a rod repair technique which will restore the rod's original design parameters and quality of finish.
- 3.3. Carry out appropriate repairs according to organisational policies and procedures.
4. Trial the fishing rod.
- 4.1. Inspect the finished rod to ensure it meets design parameters and quality of workmanship.
- 4.2. Trial and evaluate the fishing rod to ensure suitability of intended use according to organisational policies and procedures.
- 4.3. Identify improvements or modifications to the fishing rod and implement if necessary.
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.
Client requirements may include:
size, weight, length, colour
decorative binding
fishing location or environment
targeted species
selected reel, tackle and rigging
timeframe
price range.
Rod designs may include:
beach or surf rods
estuary rods
boat rods
game rods
trolling rods
spinning rods
fly rods
one piece rods
multiple piece rods.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
permits or permission for access
environmental regulations
marine regulations
fishing regulations and restrictions.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety:
use, maintenance, repair and storage of rod building equipment, components and materials
manufacturer's design specifications and recommendations for equipment use.
Rod building components and materials may include:
rod blanks
rod joiners, ferrules
guides or runners
hook keepers
tips
reel seats
handles and grips
gimbals and butt caps
binding threads and braids
adhesives
thread preservers
filler compound
rod paints
rod finishing lacquers and sealers.
Rod building equipment may include:
spine finders
rod building lathe
thread wrappers, rollers and jigs
tread tensioners
dryers
finishing motors and chucks.
Inspections may include:
quality of finish
quality of binding
placement of guides, grips and reel seat
quality of overall workmanship.
Trial and evaluate may include:
feel of the rod and balance
casting action
handles intended line weight or class.
Client requirements may include:
size, weight, length, colour
decorative binding
fishing location or environment
targeted species
selected reel, tackle and rigging
timeframe
price range.
Rod designs may include:
beach or surf rods
estuary rods
boat rods
game rods
trolling rods
spinning rods
fly rods
one piece rods
multiple piece rods.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
permits or permission for access
environmental regulations
marine regulations
fishing regulations and restrictions.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety:
use, maintenance, repair and storage of rod building equipment, components and materials
manufacturer's design specifications and recommendations for equipment use.
Rod building components and materials may include:
rod blanks
rod joiners, ferrules
guides or runners
hook keepers
tips
reel seats
handles and grips
gimbals and butt caps
binding threads and braids
adhesives
thread preservers
filler compound
rod paints
rod finishing lacquers and sealers.
Rod building equipment may include:
spine finders
rod building lathe
thread wrappers, rollers and jigs
tread tensioners
dryers
finishing motors and chucks.
Inspections may include:
quality of finish
quality of binding
placement of guides, grips and reel seat
quality of overall workmanship.
Trial and evaluate may include:
feel of the rod and balance
casting action
handles intended line weight or class.
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:
demonstrates knowledge of the techniques which apply to the design, construction and repair of fishing rods and selects appropriate equipment and materials
constructs and repairs fishing rods using a range of current industry designs, construction and repair methods, tools, equipment and materials
inspects and trials fishing rods to ensure their suitability and effectiveness and identifies potential improvements.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure construction and repair of multiple fishing rods to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
a workshop suitable for the construction and repair of fishing rods
required rod building equipment, tools, components and materials
an appropriate site to evaluate the fishing rods compliance with client requirements and design and construction parameters.
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:
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of fishing rod construction and repair techniques and materials
observation of trialling and evaluating rods
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
demonstrates knowledge of the techniques which apply to the design, construction and repair of fishing rods and selects appropriate equipment and materials
constructs and repairs fishing rods using a range of current industry designs, construction and repair methods, tools, equipment and materials
inspects and trials fishing rods to ensure their suitability and effectiveness and identifies potential improvements.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure construction and repair of multiple fishing rods to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
a workshop suitable for the construction and repair of fishing rods
required rod building equipment, tools, components and materials
an appropriate site to evaluate the fishing rods compliance with client requirements and design and construction parameters.
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:
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of fishing rod construction and repair techniques and materials
observation of trialling and evaluating rods
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
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| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J761 | SIS30413 | Certificate III in Outdoor Recreation | Qualification |