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 to review ballet as an art form and to perform basic ballet techniques for small audiences. At this level basic ballet techniques are applied under the supervision of experienced dancers and dance teachers.
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. Review ballet as an art form |
1.1 Identify the main historical periods of classical and contemporary ballet 1.2 Incorporate French vocabulary and other terminology used to describe ballet movements and exercises into classes and discussions 1.3 Discuss with relevant personnel the elements that define ballet as a genre |
2 Develop basic ballet performance skills |
2.1 Under the guidance of mentors or teachers, practise a range of basic exercises at the barre and basic centre exercises 2.2 Perform simple sequences combining discrete movements 2.3 Practise techniques for performing port de bras and controlled pirouettes 2.4 Follow safe dance practices at all times to prevent injury to self and others 2.5 Follow advice from others about ways to improve own dance technique |
3. Perform short dance sequences |
3.1 Discuss the intention and key aspects of routines with relevant personnel 3.2 Apply basic make-up and wear appropriate costumes for performances 3.3 Perform simple sequences combining discrete movements in an ensemble or individually 3.4 Use props effectively as required 3.5 Follow direction from relevant personnel 3.6 Observe and follow dictates of music and rhythm 3.7 Synchronise movements with ensemble where required 3.8 Seek feedback from others about ways to improve dance techniques |
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 |
2.1, 2.2, 2.5 |
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Reading |
1.1, 1.2 |
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Oral communication |
1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.5, 3.1, 3.5 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.2, 2.4 |
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Interact with others |
1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.5, 3.1, 3.5, 3.7 |
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Get the work done |
1.2, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
CUADAN206 Perform basic ballet technique (Release 2) |
CUADAN206 Perform basic ballet technique (Release 1) |
Updated assessment conditions section. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package. |
Equivalent unit |
Links
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