Course Title: Develop design for custom-made footwear
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2019
Course Code: MANU7374C
Course Title: Develop design for custom-made footwear
School: 350T Fashion & Textiles
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C4389 - Certificate IV in Custom-Made Footwear
Course Contact: Tallal Khan
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99259118
Course Contact Email: tallal.khan@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Natalie Prygodicz
natalie.prygodicz@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 80
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit of competency applies to interpreting design requirements in consultation with client, determining specifications and developing the design for custom-made footwear. Work may involve individual and team activities.
This course addresses the following units and all these units are clustered for delivery but may assessed separately.
MSTGN3006 - Draw 3-D designs
MSTFD4014 - Identify influences on contemporary fashion designs & construction techniques
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
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MSTFP4001 Develop design for custom-made footwear |
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1. Research footwear designs |
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2. Determine design requirements |
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3. Measure and assess foot |
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4. Confirm footwear design |
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
This course introduces you to Drawing 3-Dimensional designs, develop design for custom-made footwear and identifying influences on contemporary footwear designs and construction techniques.
You will do the following activities in this course:
- practical demonstrations in studio
- online discussion and participation
- design activities or projects
- class exercises to review discussions/lectures
- peer learning
- research
- independent project-based work
Teaching Schedule
Note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.
WEEK |
DATE |
OUTLINE |
1 |
Mon 11/2 |
COURSE OVERVIEW Introduction activity Canvas Run through |
Wed 13/2 |
Introduce Assessment 1 – Design Influences on Footwear Influences - Library introduction to research – image databases WGSN Introduction to Pinterest and creation of board Ergonomics |
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2 |
Mon 18/2 |
Introduction Assessment 3 - Draw shoes by hand Draw basic pump – heel heights |
Wed 20/2 |
Introduction to rendering – medium 1 Draw Peep-toe Draw Mule Shoe |
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3 |
Mon 25/2 |
Influences – Key Designers and Events of the 20th Century Influences – Local Designers and materials |
Wed 27/2 |
Draw Mary Jane or T-bar or Sling back Industry Visit Leffler Leather |
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4 |
Mon 4/3 |
Influences – Key Footwear trends of the 20th Century Influences – Favourite Designer |
Wed 6/3 |
Draw D’Orsay or Peep Toe Rendering – medium 2 |
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5 |
Mon 11/3 |
LABOUR DAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY |
Wed 13/3 |
Draw Sandal |
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6 |
Mon 18/3 |
Influences – Purpose and Function of Footwear |
Wed 20/3 |
Draw Long Boot and children’s shoe Rendering – Medium 3 |
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7 |
Mon 25/3 |
Current Trends |
Wed 27/3 |
Draw Oxford or Derby |
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8 |
Mon 1/4 |
Draw Moccasin or Slip-on or boat shoe and trainer |
Wed 3/4 |
Draw Chelsea boot or Jodhpur boot or desert boot |
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Mon 8/4 |
Draw Hero Shoe and render |
Wed 10/4 |
Influences – Profile footwear user |
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10 |
Mon 15/4 |
Introduction to Assessment 3 – Design Your Range Colour theory – Colour wheel, contrast, seasons Colour Trends Design Challenge – adapt existing design |
Wed 17/4 |
Submit Assessment 2 – Draw shoes by hand Design Elements Exercise Sourcing inspiration – Pinterest
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TERM BREAK: Friday 19th April – Friday 26th April | ||
11 |
Mon 29/4 |
Mind map of range Design Brief Development |
Wed 1/5 |
DESIGN/ MARKET RESEARCH TRIP |
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12 |
Mon 6/5 |
Design Brief – Client Requirements. Function and Purpose |
Wed 8/5 |
Fabrication and components Sketching of range with feedback |
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13 |
Mon 13/5 |
Introduction to Assessment 4 – Specification Package Specification Sheet Introduction Preliminary specification Requirement – bring completed shoe Andrews Class |
Wed 15/5 |
Specifications: Measure and assess Foot Shoe Fitting |
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14 |
Mon 20/5 |
Submit Assessment 1 Due – Influences on Footwear Sketching of range with feedback |
Wed 22/5 |
Finalise Range |
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15 |
Mon 27/5 |
Submit Assessment 4 – Specifications Finalise Range |
Wed 29/5 |
Submit Assessment 3 – Design Your Range |
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16 |
Mon 3/6 |
Feedback Week |
Wed 5/6 |
Feedback Week |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The following course resources will be needed to help you complete the requirements of this course. You should ensure you have access to these and contact the teaching staff if you encounter any issues.
This course requires you to use Microsoft Office - Word and Excel(software) and/also Adobe Creative Suite to complete class activities and Assessments.
Software Programs from the Adobe Creative Suite are provided by RMIT.
Prescribed Reference Book to be purchased during First semester as directed by the Footwear CAD Teacher. Shoe Design by Fashionary – A Handbook for Footwear Designers (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.
For your CAD and Drawing classes you will be required to bring the following items:
- USB Flash drive - minimum of 10GB
- Drawing equipment:
- HB pencils
- A4 or A3 sketch book
- Felt tip pens
- Eraser
- Sharpener
RMIT Library provides extensive resources for fashion and textiles students.
Search the library and consult the Fashion and Textiles subject guides for more information.
The library also provides guides on academic referencing and assistance is available via phone, chat and email.
Watch this short video on Getting started with fashion and textiles library resources
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the semester and will consist of both theory and practical based exercises, predominantly in class but some out of class research and information formatting is required as well. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas. You will receive spoken and written feedback on all your work. Where relevant, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
All assessment tasks must be completed before competency can be achieved. Tasks that have not be authenticated in class as the student’s own work will not be considered for assessment. Regular attendance is encouraged.
If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the Program Manager or the Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies and procedures which are described online at:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/governance-and-management/policies/assessment-policy
Assessment Tasks
This course is assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment. To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
Assessment |
Task |
Week Due |
Date Due |
1 |
Design Influences on Footwear |
Week 14 |
20th May |
2 |
Draw Shoes by Hand |
Week 10 |
17th April |
3 |
Design your Range |
Week 15 |
29th May |
4 |
Specification Package |
Week 15 |
27th May |
Assessment Tasks are due at 9pm on the due date. If for any reason you find yourself unable to submit the assessment you need to contact your assessor to arrange an extension if it is considered reasonable.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration (or Course/Program Coordinator)
Other Information
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
The statement of student responsibilities summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers. www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/student-responsibilities
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Student Progress:
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/acadprogress
Cover Sheet for Submissions:
You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions. https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/information-for/students-at-partners-outside-australia/services-and-study-resources/assignment-cover-sheet
Adjustments to Assessment (eg. applying for an extension of time):
If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment satisfactorily by the due date, you can choose to apply for an adjustment to your assessment. RMIT University offers a range of adjustments designed to support you in your studies, including an extension of time to complete the assessment.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/adjustment
Special consideration Policy
If you wish to apply for special consideration, follow this link for the procedure. http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
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Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now require to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
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