Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to build and repair a fishing rod. The unit focuses on establishing rod requirements, sourcing appropriate components and equipment, and selecting an appropriate design before building, repairing and trialling the rod.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to personnel working as fishing rod builders and repairers within the recreational fishing industry. It also applies to individuals working in customer service roles in fishing and tackle shops, fishing tour guides and sports fishermen.
This unit may also apply to leaders working for outdoor education or adventure providers; volunteer groups; not-for-profit organisations or government agencies.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Nil
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide. |
1. Prepare to build a fishing rod. |
1.1. Confirm client requirements . 1.2. Determine a rod design which meets client requirements, target species, habitat application and line class according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures . 1.3. Choose appropriate rod blank, rod components , materials and construction methods. 1.4. Source rod building equipment , components and materials according to organisational policies and procedures. |
2. Construct a rod. |
2.1. Locate rod spine. 2.2. Place grips onto the rod. 2.3. Position and place reel seat and guides. 2.4. Apply binding to the rod and burnish threads. 2.5. Apply filler and finish coat. |
3. Repair a fishing rod. |
3.1. Confirm client repair requirements. 3.2. Determine a rod repair technique which will restore the rod's original design parameters and quality of finish. 3.3. Carry out appropriate repairs according to organisational policies and procedures. |
4. Trial the fishing rod. |
4.1. Inspect the finished rod to ensure it meets design parameters and quality of workmanship. 4.2. Trial and evaluate the fishing rod to ensure suitability of intended use according to organisational policies and procedures. 4.3. Identify improvements or modifications to the fishing rod and implement if necessary. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
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. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure construction and repair of multiple fishing rods to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance. Assessment must also ensure access to:
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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:
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. |
Range Statement
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. |
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Client requirements may include: |
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Rod designs may include: |
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Relevant legislation may include: |
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Organisational policies and procedures may include: |
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Rod building components and materials may include: |
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Rod building equipment may include: |
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Inspections may include: |
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Trial and evaluate may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Outdoor Recreation
Competency Field
Fishing