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REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Apply knowledge of anatomy and biomechanics to the analysis of performance

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
14457	Apply knowledge of anatomy and biomechanics to the analysis of performance
ORIGINATOR
SGB Sport
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-
FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 02 - Culture and Arts			Sport
ABET BAND	UNIT STANDARD TYPE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
Undefined	Regular	Level 6	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6	10
REGISTRATION STATUS		REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE	SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		2018-07-01	2023-06-30	SAQA 06120/18
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30		2027-06-30

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard.

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD

The qualifying learner achieving this unit standard in combination with context expertise standard(s) will be able to apply knowledge about anatomy and biomechanics to the evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of the performance of sport and exercises techniques.

In addition the learner will be well-positioned to extend their learning and practice to other areas where sport science is applied to the improvement of the mechanics of performance, or to strive toward unit standards and practice at higher levels.

Competent qualifying learners will be able to analyse the mechanical effectiveness and efficiency of sport and exercise performance in order to promote specific performance improvements as well as an increase in the physical safety of performance in general.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

It is assumed that a learner attempting this unit standard will show competence in communication and numeracy equivalent to NQF level 5. Learners also must have successfully completed the National Certificate in Coaching Science NQF level 5 as prerequisite learning.

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

Guides to the scope and complexity of the specific outcomes and essential embedded knowledge are provided in examples for each outcome. These are prefaced by "for example" since they are neither comprehensive nor necessarily appropriate to all contexts. Alternatives must, however, be comparable in scope and complexity. These are intended only as a general guide to the scope and complexity of what is required.

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Describe the anatomical structure of the human body

OUTCOME NOTES

For example:

Describe the structure and functions of bones and joints in relation to movement.

Describe the structure and function of the muscular system in relation to movement

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

When conducting assessments, assessors must ensure that they are familiar with the full text of the Unit Standards being assessed.
They must ensure that the assessment covers the specific outcomes, critical cross-field outcomes and essential embedded knowledge.
As each situation is different, it will be necessary to develop assessment activities and tools that are appropriate to the contexts in which practitioners are working. These activities and tools may include self-assessment, peer assessment, formative and summative assessment.
The specific outcomes and essential embedded knowledge must be assessed in relation to each other. If a practitioner is able to explain the essential embedded knowledge but is unable to perform the specific outcomes, they should not be assessed as competent. Similarly, if a practitioner is able to perform the specific outcomes but is unable to explain or justify their performance in terms of the essential embedded knowledge, they should not be assessed as competent.
Assessing the following will ensure the specific outcomes, essential embedded knowledge and critical cross-field outcomes are assessed:

Demonstrated ability to make DECISIONS about practice and to ACT accordingly:
1. Key biomechanical cues for correcting performance errors are given to performers.
2. A plan to observe movement performance is guided by knowledge of anatomy and biomechanics of movement.
3. A plan to observe intermediate level movement performance is applied to provide feedback to intermediate level performers.
4. A plan to observe advanced level movement performance is applied to provide feedback to advanced level performers.
Demonstrated ability to learn from our actions and to ADAPT PERFORMANCE:
5. Movement analysis is planned and applied to assess the biomechanical characteristics of individual performers in order to individualise feedback.
6. Field-based observation techniques are selected and modified according to the characteristics of the performer and the sport environment.

METHOD OF ASSESSMENT
Assessment should include practical demonstration of competence, either in the workplace or through work-realistic, out-of-classroom simulation.
A range of assessment methods should be used, including:
Direct observation - watch the practitioner carry out the task or produce a desired outcome during the course of his or her normal work under normal workplace conditions.
Product sample - examine the outcomes previously produced by the practitioner.
Simulation of a specific task - set a specific task for the practitioner to demonstrate in a simulated environment.
Questioning (verbal or written) - ask relevant questions linked to the unit standard.
Testimony - collect a portfolio of evidence from suitable people, e.g. report from a third party.

Integrated Assessment
It may be more effective and efficient to assess a number of unit standards together thus reducing the overall number of assessment 'events'.

Consider a complete activity in the workplace (the 'whole of work' approach) and see which unit standards relate to this activity.

Work out how practitioners could collect evidence on a number of unit standards at the same time covering all the critical aspects of the standards.

Ensure that commonalities that exist between a number of unit standards are captured in a way that makes sense for assessment.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Demonstrate knowledge of concepts relating to the forces that cause a body to move

OUTCOME NOTES

For example:

Explain the concepts of motion (displacement, velocity and acceleration in relation to linear motion and angular motion) in relation to sport performance.

Explain the concept of force in relation to sport performance.

Explain the concept of momentum in relation to sport performance.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Consider a complete activity in the workplace (the 'whole of work' approach) and see which unit standards relate to this activity.

Work out how practitioners could collect evidence on a number of unit standards at the same time covering all the critical aspects of the standards.

Ensure that commonalities that exist between a number of unit standards are captured in a way that makes sense for assessment.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Analyse, implement and evaluate ways of improving sport performance

OUTCOME NOTES

Analyse, implement and evaluate ways of improving sport performance by applying biomechanical principles to a specific sport.

For example:

Select a single sport skill and identify the key elements of efficient and effective performance.

Analyse the performance of a complex skill within a game and describe the key cues or mechanical corrections that could be given to the performer.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Consider a complete activity in the workplace (the 'whole of work' approach) and see which unit standards relate to this activity.

Work out how practitioners could collect evidence on a number of unit standards at the same time covering all the critical aspects of the standards.

Ensure that commonalities that exist between a number of unit standards are captured in a way that makes sense for assessment.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Apply field-based biomechanical observation for movement analysis

OUTCOME NOTES

For example:

Examine photographs of sport performance in order to identify key mechanical features (correct features as well as errors).

Examine videotapes of sport performance in order to identify key mechanical features (correct features as well as errors).

Examine the coaching implications of using biomechanical principles to analyse sport and exercise performance.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Consider a complete activity in the workplace (the 'whole of work' approach) and see which unit standards relate to this activity.

Work out how practitioners could collect evidence on a number of unit standards at the same time covering all the critical aspects of the standards.

Ensure that commonalities that exist between a number of unit standards are captured in a way that makes sense for assessment.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Apply biomechanical analysis in assisting a performer in a specific sport

OUTCOME NOTES

For example:

Outline and describe the mechanical characteristics of an individual performer.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Consider a complete activity in the workplace (the 'whole of work' approach) and see which unit standards relate to this activity.

Work out how practitioners could collect evidence on a number of unit standards at the same time covering all the critical aspects of the standards.

Ensure that commonalities that exist between a number of unit standards are captured in a way that makes sense for assessment.

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.

Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA.

Assessment and moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the ETQAs policies and guidelines for assessment and moderation; in terms of agreements reached around assessment and moderation between ETQAs (including professional bodies); and in terms of the moderation guideline detailed under point 4 immediately below.

Moderation must include both internal and external moderation of assessments at exit points of the qualification, unless ETQA policies specify otherwise. Moderation should also encompass achievement of the competence described both in individual unit standards as well as the integrated competence described in the qualification.

Anyone wishing to be assessed against this qualification may apply to be assessed by any assessment agency, assessor or provider institution which is accredited by the relevant ETQA.

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Problem solving relates to specific outcomes:

Describe the anatomical structure of the human body
Demonstrate knowledge of concepts relating to the forces that cause a body to move
Analyse, implement and evaluate ways of improving sport performance by applying biomechanical principles to a specific sport

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Teamwork relates to specific outcomes :

Apply field-based biomechanical observation for movement analysis
Apply biomechanical analysis in assisting a performer in a specific sport

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Self-organisation and management relates to specific outcomes :
Analyse, implement and evaluate ways of improving sport performance by applying biomechanical principles to a specific sport
Apply field-based biomechanical observation for movement analysis
Apply biomechanical analysis in assisting a performer in a specific sport

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Information evaluation relates to specific outcomes :

Describe the anatomical structure of the human body
Demonstrate knowledge of concepts relating to the forces that cause a body to move

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Demonstrate knowledge of concepts relating to the forces that cause a body to move:
Apply biomechanical analysis in assisting a performer in a specific sport

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

Use of science and technology relates to specific outcomes :
Demonstrate knowledge of concepts relating to the forces that cause a body to move
Apply field-based biomechanical observation for movement analysis
Apply biomechanical analysis in assisting a performer in a specific sport

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Inter-relatedness of systems relates to specific outcomes:
Describe the anatomical structure of the human body
Demonstrate knowledge of concepts relating to the forces that cause a body to move
Analyse, implement and evaluate ways of improving sport performance by applying biomechanical principles to a specific sport

UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING

Learner and societal development relates to specific outcome:
Apply biomechanical analysis in assisting a performer in a specific sport

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015.

UNIT STANDARD NOTES

NOTES (1): ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE
The qualifying learner is able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:

1. The anatomy of human motion.
2. The physics of human motion.
3. Observational methods of movement evaluation.
4. Fundamental movement patterns.

NOTES (2): VALUES
Demonstration of the knowledge and skills outlined in this unit standard must be consistent with the principles of:
1. Respecting the natural and cultural environment.
2. Accepting and maintaining a non-discriminatory attitude towards diversity including, For example: differences in gender, race, religion, ability and culture.

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Core	67692	National Diploma: Coaching Science	Level 5	NQF Level 05	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD:

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