Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range Statements provide advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competence, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. The Range Statements relate to the unit as a whole and helps facilitate holistic assessment. In addition, the following variables may be present for this particular unit of competency:

Biomechanical principles

balance

motion

force

momentum

power

Drills, activities and/or games

those that are designed to develop the intermediate skills and tactics of flat water canoeing

such as those described in Level 1 Flat water Canoeing Manual

should include

basic skill drills

relevant modified games and activities

those that are designed to develop the intermediate skills and tactics of white water canoeing

such as those described in Level 1 White water Canoeing Manual

should include

basic skill drills

relevant modified games and activities

those that are designed to develop the intermediate skills and tactics of canoe polo

such as those described in Level 1 Canoe Polo Manual

should include

basic skill drills

relevant modified games and activities

Equipment

all personal equipment in competition conforms to the laws of canoeing

technical equipment is appropriate and safe for the activities undertaken

personal equipment is appropriate and safe for the activities undertaken at that time

should be utilised in a safe and effective manner which maximises participation

case and handling

selection of equipment

Intermediate skills and tactics
flat water canoeing

basic paddling skills

balance

launching and exiting from bank, bench, pontoon

propulsion

capsize

steering, eg, normal conditions, starts and wash riding

strokes, eg, forward, reverse, stopping, support strokes

basic technique, rotation, and leg drive

team boat paddling

position a crew for a team boat

racing skills

canoe polo

basic paddling skills

entry and exit of craft

forward, reverse and stopping strokes

forward stroke with propeller paddle

forward and reverse sweep

draw strokes

bow draw strokes

support strokes, low and high

edging the boat, off side and on side for each stroke

boat control strategies

hand roll, rolling and rolling with the ball

basic ball skills

passing, eg, baseball pass, chest pass, round arm, lob

receiving, eg, one hand

shooting, eg, basketball shot, double handed, round arm, aiming, shot selection and timing

dribbling, eg, maintain direction and placement of the ball

basic offence

shifting

penetrating

creating an overlap

basic defence

zone: 1-2-2, 1-3-1, 1-4

rotating zone

paddle skills

blocking the ball, eg, intercepting, using correct blades, sliding the hands

goal keeping, eg, boat positioning, paddle positioning, body position

basic kayak control

nose control

tail control

boat control

hand tackling

being tackled

tackle avoidance

white water canoeing

basic paddling skills

entry and exit of craft

forward, reverse and stopping strokes

forward stroke with propeller paddle

forward and reverse sweep

draw strokes

bow draw strokes

support strokes, low and high

J stroke, cross bow draw and pry strokes in Canadian canoes

edging the boat, off side and on side for each stroke

stroke mobility and boat control strategies

rolling

capsize skills

paddling skills for moving water

break in and break outs

ferry gliding, forwards and backwards

surfing waves

playing in stoppers

playing in white water

gate technique

forward down stream gates

up stream gates, 's' gates, merino

reverse gates

off set gates

combination of gates

stroke economy, correct lines of approach and exit

boat control, paddle placement

racing

water familiarisation

pre race preparation

race plan

wild water racing

tilting the boat, angling the boat and relative speed

use water features, eg, current, eddy, waves, swirls, boils, cushion stoppers and 's' bends

river reading

Review

individual

as a member of the team

Rules,regulations and policies

national and international rules of flat water canoeing

national and international rules of white water canoeing

national and international rules of canoe polo

the Australian Canoeing coaches code of conduct policy

the culture of the sport of canoeing

Australian Canoeing policies, eg, anti doping, blood policy

accreditation of coaches throughout National Coaching Accreditation Scheme

Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy

Setting up and trimming

construction and characteristics of type of paddlers and boats

equipment selected to match paddler

equipment set up to match paddler

adapt equipment to suit weather conditions

rig and steering mechanism

transport of equipment safely

position for team boat

Technological aids and equipment

video cameras

videos of other paddlers/teams

sport science testing equipment

Work environment

organisational health and safety requirements

safety requirements as listed in the Australian Canoeing rules and regulations

other recommended safety guidelines are

mouthguards/protection to be worn

no jewellery to be worn

training aids should be inspected before use

sun safety guidelines should be followed

hydration guidelines should be followed

access to first aid facilities/equipment

blood borne infectious disease policy

hygiene policy

conditions and external influences include

environmental/weather conditions

other facility users

spectators

parents

referees and administrators

other coaches

water conditions

environment is appropriate and safe for competition and/or training

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competence for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competence and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statements.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Assessment must confirm sufficient knowledge of the intermediate skills of canoeing
Assessment of performance should be over a period of time covering all categories of skill acquisition from the Range Statements
Assessment must confirm the ability to apply knowledge and appropriate techniques to
perform the intermediate skills and tactics of canoeing under competition conditions
apply the rules, regulations and policies of canoeing
review own and team performance and identify modifications for future training sessions

Interdependent assessment of units
This unit must be assessed after attainment of competency in the following unit(s)
Nil
This unit must be assessed in conjunction with the following unit(s)
Nil
For the purpose of integrated assessment, this unit may be assessed in conjunction with the following unit(s)
SRSCOP001B Prepare for public speaking
SRSCOP002B Plan for and participate in a media interview
SRSCOP003B Demonstrate personal image and presentation skills
SRSCOP004B Develop negotiation skills
SRSCOP005B Demonstrate basic assertive communication skills
SRSCOP006B Complete a tax return
SRSCOP007B Develop a financial goal setting plan
SRSCOP008B Prepare a pre- or post-event meal
SRSCOP009B Collect information on drugs in sport
SRSCOP010B Collect information on stress management
SRSCOP011B Develop an integrated time management plan
SRSCOP012B Develop a travel and accommodation plan
SRSCOP013B Develop a career goal setting plan
SRSCOP014B Prepare to study

Required knowledge and skills
Required knowledge
Knowledge of the basic skills of canoeing eg flat water, white water or canoe polo
Knowledge of tactics relevant to intermediate canoeing, eg, flat water, white water or canoe polo
Knowledge of the rules and regulations of canoeing, eg, flat water, white water or canoe polo
Knowledge of relevant equipment and safety requirements
Knowledge of appropriate nutrition for athletes
Knowledge of energy systems relevant to training/performing canoeing skills at this level
Required skills
Ability to perform canoeing, eg, flat water, white water or canoe polo at intermediate level
Ability to incorporate intermediate level tactics into a competition
Communication skills relevant to review and evaluation of performance at intermediate level canoeing, eg, flat water, white water or canoe polo

Resource implications
Physical resources - assessment of this competency requires access to
a group of clients participating in a white water or flat water canoeing or canoe polo
equipment, eg, canoes and
Human resources - assessment of this competency will require
personnel with competency in coaching white water or flat water canoeing, or canoe polo respectively at the intermediate level or above
personnel to be current in their knowledge and understanding of the industry through provision of evidence of professional activity in the relevant area
personnel to have attained the National Competency Standards for Assessment BSZ401A, BSZ402A and BSZ403A

Consistency in performance
Due to the issues such as variable playing conditions this unit of competency must be assessed over a period of time in order to ensure consistency in performance over the Range Statements and contexts applicable to canoeing

Context for assessment
This unit of competency must be assessed in the context of a sporting activity with a range of real clients. For valid and reliable assessment the activity should be conducted at a canoeing facility in a competition with intermediate level paddlers. The environment should be safe, with noise to a level experienced with an activity in full operation and support serviced provided for optimum performance
This unit of competency should be assessed through the observation of processed and procedures, oral and/or written questioning on underpinning knowledge and skills and consideration of required attitudes
Where performance is not directly observed and/or is required to be demonstrated over a 'period of time' and/or in a 'number of locations', any evidence should be authenticated by colleagues, supervisors, clients or other appropriate persons

Communicating ideas and information
Explain instructions clearly (1)

Collecting analysing and organising information
Identify key intermediate skills (1)

Planning and organising activities
Plan training sessions (1)

Working with others and in teams
Work with players and other coaches (1)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
Not applicable (0)

Solving problems
Identify performance modifications (1)

Using technology
Not applicable (0)