Unit of competency Outline
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Fit and alter golf equipment
Fit and alter golf equipment
Unit of competency
National Code
SISSGLF510
SISSGLF510
State Code
WG008
WG008
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Transition (Replaced)
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/10/2014
Field of Education
092101 - Sport And Recreation Activities
Original Release Date
15/10/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use appraisal methods, fitting techniques and repair and construction skills to undertake appropriate fitting and repair or alteration of golf equipment.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assess player equipment requirements.
- 1.1 Identify and document the performance requirements of the player.
- 1.2 Identify and assess factors which contribute to determining equipment specifications.
- 1.3 Identify variances in equipment design for an extensive variety of performance requirements.
- 1.4 Evaluate a variety of equipment designs and their suitability for a variety of swing types and player ability levels.
- 1.5 Identify preferred equipment designs and fitting techniques to enhance the advanced performance requirements of golf.
- 1.6 Identify and access resources required to carry out fittings.
2. Fit golf equipment.
- 2.1 Explain fitting procedures to player using appropriate communication strategies and terminology.
- 2.2 Assess conditions to determine they are suitable to commence the fitting session.
- 2.3 Conduct fittings according to organisational policies and procedures and the rules, regulations and policies of golf.
- 2.4 Confirm fittings in relation to player equipment and performance requirements.
- 2.5 Select and use monitoring techniques to observe player performance and identify equipment intervention to enhance individual skill performance.
- 2.6 Make final equipment recommendations according to player ability level, performance requirements and accepted best practice.
3. Review recommended equipment.
- 3.1 Review player progress according to required performance.
- 3.2 Identify aspects needing further emphasis or attention for intervention in future sessions.
- 3.3 Modify the equipment as required in response to player preferences and ongoing monitoring of practice sessions.
- 3.4 Give player the opportunity to comment and or ask questions.
4. Repair and alter golf equipment.
- 4.1 Assess the type and scope of repair or alteration required.
- 4.2 Source and select appropriate components and materials for the repair and alteration process.
- 4.3 Carry out repair and alteration to golf equipment according to organisational policies and procedures, manufacturer specifications and best practice.
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.
Performance requirementsmay include:
speed
power
distance
spin
accuracy.
Factors may include:
athletic ability
strength
flexibility
golfing experience
physical characteristics
swing characteristics.
Equipment designmay include:
head design and function
shaft design and function
grip design and function
club lie and length
swing weight.
Player abilitymay include:
handicap
swing or clubhead speed
physical limitations or previous injuries.
Fitting techniquesmay include:
observation of:
existing specifications
grip
lie angle
face and sole contact
ball flight
measurement of:
initial velocity
launch angle
spin rate
distance.
Resourcesmay include:
appropriate range of golf equipment to suit a range of players
health and safety provisions
golf course and or range
fitting cart and equipment
technological aids.
Organisational policies and proceduresmay include:
work health and safety
teaching bay and range organisation
fitting procedures
personal equipment.
Rules, regulations and policies of golf may include:
best practice codes of ethics and policies of organisations such as:
Golf Australia
Professional Golfers Association (PGA) of Australia
International Federation of PGA Tours
current edition of Rules of Golf
safety requirements.
Monitoring techniquesmay include:
fitting systems and protocols
carry distance profiling
club specifications
computer software and technical equipment.
Repair or alteration may include:
shaft length
shaft flex
lie angle
loft
swing weight
dead weight
grip size
flex point
head design
shaft material
repair and alteration variables:
shaft extraction methods
shaft types (parallel tip or taper tip) and installation procedures
shaft lengths and alteration methods
cast or forged head designs and alteration procedures
grip types and installation methods
swing weight and dead weight alteration methods
refurbishment methods, woods and irons.
Performance requirementsmay include:
speed
power
distance
spin
accuracy.
Factors may include:
athletic ability
strength
flexibility
golfing experience
physical characteristics
swing characteristics.
Equipment designmay include:
head design and function
shaft design and function
grip design and function
club lie and length
swing weight.
Player abilitymay include:
handicap
swing or clubhead speed
physical limitations or previous injuries.
Fitting techniquesmay include:
observation of:
existing specifications
grip
lie angle
face and sole contact
ball flight
measurement of:
initial velocity
launch angle
spin rate
distance.
Resourcesmay include:
appropriate range of golf equipment to suit a range of players
health and safety provisions
golf course and or range
fitting cart and equipment
technological aids.
Organisational policies and proceduresmay include:
work health and safety
teaching bay and range organisation
fitting procedures
personal equipment.
Rules, regulations and policies of golf may include:
best practice codes of ethics and policies of organisations such as:
Golf Australia
Professional Golfers Association (PGA) of Australia
International Federation of PGA Tours
current edition of Rules of Golf
safety requirements.
Monitoring techniquesmay include:
fitting systems and protocols
carry distance profiling
club specifications
computer software and technical equipment.
Repair or alteration may include:
shaft length
shaft flex
lie angle
loft
swing weight
dead weight
grip size
flex point
head design
shaft material
repair and alteration variables:
shaft extraction methods
shaft types (parallel tip or taper tip) and installation procedures
shaft lengths and alteration methods
cast or forged head designs and alteration procedures
grip types and installation methods
swing weight and dead weight alteration methods
refurbishment methods, woods and irons.
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:
recognise when and how equipment intervention should take place to improve individual skill performance and carry out fittings over sufficient time to enhance player performance in a safe manner
determine and analyse player preferences and ability and make appropriate equipment recommendations based on this information
monitor and review player performance during practice sessions and adapt or modify fitting recommendations in response to continuing problems
undertake suitable repair or alteration procedures according to best practice in golf repair and alteration.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
carrying out fittings for multiple golfers with differing requirements over a period of time to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
a golf facility or green
participants or players competing at appropriate ability levels
appropriate equipment and resources for undertaking fitting, repair and alteration of golf equipment
relevant organisational policies and procedures for fitting and altering golf equipment.
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 in fitting sessions and response to requirements for further intervention
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant rules, regulations of golf impacting on fitting, alteration and repair of golf equipment
third-party reports from coaches or professionals detailing ability to accurately fit and alter a range of equipment.
Guidance information for assessment
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 ability to:
recognise when and how equipment intervention should take place to improve individual skill performance and carry out fittings over sufficient time to enhance player performance in a safe manner
determine and analyse player preferences and ability and make appropriate equipment recommendations based on this information
monitor and review player performance during practice sessions and adapt or modify fitting recommendations in response to continuing problems
undertake suitable repair or alteration procedures according to best practice in golf repair and alteration.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
carrying out fittings for multiple golfers with differing requirements over a period of time to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
a golf facility or green
participants or players competing at appropriate ability levels
appropriate equipment and resources for undertaking fitting, repair and alteration of golf equipment
relevant organisational policies and procedures for fitting and altering golf equipment.
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 in fitting sessions and response to requirements for further intervention
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant rules, regulations of golf impacting on fitting, alteration and repair of golf equipment
third-party reports from coaches or professionals detailing ability to accurately fit and alter a range of equipment.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OBE41 | SISSGLF004 | Fit and alter golf equipment | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J513 | SIS50512 | Diploma of Sport Coaching | Qualification |