Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

SISSRGU203A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Participate in conditioning for Rugby Union

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency SISSRGU203A - Participate in conditioning for Rugby Union
Description This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to participate in conditioning for Rugby Union. This unit focuses on the development and understanding of fitness and conditioning programs relating to Rugby Union, including techniques to improve speed, agility, endurance, strength, power and flexibility.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to current, junior or aspiring athletes who are competing in Rugby Union at a local, state and or national level. It may also apply to those in sports development or Rugby Union coaching roles.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Nil
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Identify physiological elements of Rugby Union.
  • Identify the basic energy systems and requirements for Rugby Union players in different positions.
  • Determine the major muscle groups required for playing Rugby Union.
  • Identify fitness tests appropriate to different levels of play.
  • Identify suitable conditioning regimes for each major fitness component used in Rugby Union.
       
Element: Identify and perform basic conditioning techniques.
  • Select and safely utilise appropriate conditioning equipment according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  • Identify basic conditioning techniques for the improvement of speed, agility, endurance, strength, power and flexibility, as advised by a specialist.
  • Participate in fitness and conditioning sessions as identified by specialist.
  • Determine over training symptoms.
  • Develop a recovery plan for over training after seeking advice from a specialist.
       
Element: Evaluate the conditioning sessions.
  • Review own performance and identify potential improvements.
  • Evaluate fitness test results and modify conditioning as required.
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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:

utilises knowledge of energy systems and muscle groups to interpret how different conditioning applies to individual Rugby Union positions

participates in conditioning sessions to improve speed, agility, endurance, strength, power and flexibility required for Rugby Union games

identifies over training symptoms and seeks advice from specialists to plan and implement a recovery plan

communicates appropriately with coaches and specialists throughout conditioning and responds to feedback

evaluates conditioning sessions and reviews own performance to identify strengths and areas requiring improvement and or modifications.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure participation in conditioning sessions to improve speed, agility, endurance, strength, power and flexibility that are of a sufficient duration to demonstrate competence, consistency of performance.

Assessment must also ensure access to:

suitable facilities, such as gyms and training fields

up-to-date testing equipment and facilities

a coach to give instructions and feedback

support staff, such as specialist conditioning coaches and dieticians

conditioning equipment, such as cardiovascular and free weight equipment

resources and information on the energy systems and muscle groups associated with Rugby Union

to current legislation and organisational policies and procedures that impact on the conduct of conditioning sessions

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:

coaches or specialists detailing conditioning performance observation of performance and improvement of fitness components, including speed, agility, endurance, strength, power and flexibility during conditioning sessions and Rugby Union games

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of the impact of physiological elements of Rugby Union , such as energy systems and muscle groups on performance

discussions with specialists on topics such as over training symptoms and conditioning techniques for the improvement of fitness components

third-party reports from.

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

SISSRGU201A Perform foundation level Rugby Union skills

SISSRGU202A Perform foundation level Rugby Union tactics and strategies.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

communication skills to:

discuss and determine fitness components requiring improvement with coaches and other specialists

seek and follow advice from specialists in developing recovery plans for over training

communicate and update progress during conditioning

language and literacy skills to access, interpret and apply information about the basic energy systems and muscle groups to help prevent injury

self-management skills to:

review and reflect on own conditioning and fitness performance

organise time and priorities effectively

set short, medium and long term goals.

Required knowledge

legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe participation during conditioning

positions and players of Rugby Union and their roles and responsibilities on the field, and the relevant conditioning techniques suitable for different positions

communication systems used between players, coaches and specialists to maintain a common understanding

energy systems, muscle groups and correct use of equipment to prevent injury

fitness components required to improve and maintain physical conditioning for playing Rugby Union

self-reflection principles to enable effective self-evaluation for future improvement.

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.

Basic energy systems and requirements may include:

energy systems:

Alactic Anaerobic System

Lactic Anaerobic System

Aerobic System

energy requirements:

carbohydrates

proteins

fats

supply of chemical energy during muscular contraction.

Muscle groups may include:

gluteus

quadriceps

hamstrings

calves

lower back

abdominals

pectoralis

rhomboids

trapezius

deltoids

biceps

triceps.

Fitness tests may include:

laboratory tests

field tests.

Conditioning regimes may include:

frequency and quantity of conditioning sessions

position specific requirements

specific fitness components requiring improvement

player's needs

time allocation

venue and equipment

specialist availability

dietary and energy requirements.

Major fitness component may include:

speed

agility

endurance

strength

power

flexibility.

Conditioning equipment may include:

cardiovascular equipment

free weight equipment

hydraulic equipment

exercise balls

bars

steps

bands

resistance equipment

pin loaded equipment

electronically braked equipment

air braked equipment

pool based equipment.

Relevant legislation may include:

occupational health and safety (OHS)

anti-doping policy

harassment-free sports policies.

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

OHS

use of venues

communication protocols

training and scheduling commitments

code of ethics.

Basic conditioning techniques may include:

combination of arm and leg movement

contact time

body positioning

leg drive

lateral movement

forward and back movement

evasion skills

stamina

weight training

resistance training

muscle size and strength

force-velocity relationship

peripheral neuromuscular facilitation

dynamic stretching routine

muscle balance and imbalance.

Specialists may include:

doctor

physiotherapist

coach

strength and conditioning coach

skill coach

dietician

personal trainer.

Over training may include:

tired or sore muscles

feeling unwell

fatigue

stress

increase in injuries

disturbed sleep patterns

poor performance.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify the basic energy systems and requirements for Rugby Union players in different positions. 
Determine the major muscle groups required for playing Rugby Union. 
Identify fitness tests appropriate to different levels of play. 
Identify suitable conditioning regimes for each major fitness component used in Rugby Union. 
Select and safely utilise appropriate conditioning equipment according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 
Identify basic conditioning techniques for the improvement of speed, agility, endurance, strength, power and flexibility, as advised by a specialist. 
Participate in fitness and conditioning sessions as identified by specialist. 
Determine over training symptoms. 
Develop a recovery plan for over training after seeking advice from a specialist. 
Review own performance and identify potential improvements. 
Evaluate fitness test results and modify conditioning as required. 

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