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Unit of competency details

CUADAN410 - Develop expertise in tap dance technique (Release 2)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Superseded
Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Supersedes and is equivalent to CUADAN410A - Develop expertise in tap dance techniqueUpdated to meet Standards for Training Packages. 20/Nov/2013
Is superseded by and equivalent to CUADAN420 - Develop expertise in tap dance techniques 15/Apr/2021

Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
2 (this release) 15/Jan/2016
(View details for release 1) 21/Nov/2013


Classifications

SchemeCodeClassification value
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 100105 Dance  

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 100105 Dance  05/Mar/2014 
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Unit of competency

Modification History

Release 

Comments 

Release 2

This version released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0. Updated assessment conditions section. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package.

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 1.0.

Application

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to add range and depth to tap dance technique.

At this level, dancers are constantly refining their technique and expression to produce performances that convey the mood and style of music through complex dance movements. They could be preparing for performances in commercial or competition settings where they would usually be performing as members of an ensemble, though some solo work could be expected.

While supervision and guidance are provided in practice sessions and rehearsals, dancers are expected to display a high level of motivation and responsibility for themselves and others when it comes to applying dance technique in a live performance context.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Unit Sector

Performing arts - dance

Elements and Performance Criteria

Elements 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria 

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Maintain a physical conditioning program

1.1 In consultation with relevant personnel, identify a range of techniques to prevent injuries and improve stamina, strength and flexibility

1.2 Set realistic physical conditioning goals aimed at improving own dance technique

1.3 Identify risk factors that may inhibit the achievement of goals and seek professional advice as required

1.4 Take fatigue and personal limitations into account when undertaking physical conditioning program

1.5 Observe safe dance practice by performing warm-up and warm-down activities in conjunction with dance activities

1.6 Wear appropriate clothing and footwear when undertaking exercise regime and practising dance technique

2. Use practice sessions to increase level of expertise in tap dance technique

2.1 Perform dance centre amalgamations with confidence, precision, style and grace

2.2 Choreograph short pieces using a wide variety of steps and well-planned floor patterns

2.3 Use creativity, versatility, individuality and originality when performing exercises and dance routines

2.4 Incorporate well-developed understanding of rhythm and musicality into performances at training sessions and rehearsals

2.5 Experiment with improvising steps and routines

2.6 Ensure that flow and interaction with other dancers are smooth and well-timed

3. Maintain expertise in tap dance technique

3.1 Practise and refine combinations of complex movements and routines

3.2 Maintain and update knowledge of tap dance history and terminology

3.3 Use feedback from others to identify and develop ways to improve own tap dance performance skills

3.4 Regularly view performances by industry practitioners as a way of sourcing new ideas, identifying trends, maintaining motivation, and improving own technique

Foundation Skills

This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.

Skill 

Performance Criteria 

Description 

Learning

1.1, 3.3, 3.4

  • Seeks the views and opinions of others to develop own understanding
  • Observes industry practitioners, sources new ideas and identifies trends, and applies to own techniques

Reading

3.2

  • Obtains information from written sources about tap dance history and terminology

Oral communication

1.1, 1.3, 3.3

  • Obtains information by listening and questioning

Navigate the world of work

1.5, 1.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4

  • Follows accepted industry practices in relation to safe dance practices and injury-prevention strategies
  • Takes responsibility for own professional development

Interact with others

1.1, 1.3, 2.3, 2.6, 3.3

  • Works collaboratively to develop and improve dance techniques

Get the work done

1.2, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1

  • Adopts a methodical, disciplined and positive approach to physical conditioning program, dance classes and evaluation of own skill development
  • Works creatively with music and dance
  • Dances with style and professionalism
  • Choreographs short tap sequences
  • Takes steps to minimise risk of injury through appropriate physical conditioning program

Unit Mapping Information

Code and title  

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

CUADAN410 Develop expertise in tap dance technique (Release 2)

CUADAN410 Develop expertise in tap dance technique (Release 1)

Updated assessment conditions section. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package.

Equivalent unit

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=1db201d9-4006-4430-839f-382ef6b803d5

 

Assessment requirements

Modification History

Release 

Comments 

Release 2

This version released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0. Updated assessment conditions section. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package.

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 1.0.

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

  • consistently execute strong and precise tap dance technique
  • execute solo and group dance sequences that demonstrate:
  • creative response to music
  • ability to communicate the mood or style of dances
  • confident performance skills
  • respond to constructive feedback on own skills development
  • follow safe dance practices
  • use tap dance terminology correctly.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.

Knowledge Evidence

To complete the unit requirements the individual must:

  • explain how the following principles relate to physical movements and contemporary dance techniques:
  • relationship with gravity
  • spatial awareness
  • successional movement
  • use of breath
  • folding
  • extending
  • rotating
  • shifting weight
  • explain how the following apply in the context of safe dance practice and injury prevention:
  • articulation of the spine
  • engagement of the feet
  • bases of support, including feet, legs, hands, arms and torso
  • range of motion of the joints
  • differentiation of the legs and pelvis
  • healthy nutrition and diet
  • explain and demonstrate how the musical elements of time signatures, beat, tempo and syncopation apply to tap dance technique
  • describe prominent dancers and the main periods in the history of tap dance
  • in the context of choreographing dance routines, describe ways of notating tap dance.

Assessment Conditions

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to appropriate dance performance areas or spaces with suitable flooring.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=1db201d9-4006-4430-839f-382ef6b803d5