Course Title: Assemble and finish custom-made shoe
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2020
Course Code: MANU7377C
Course Title: Assemble and finish custom-made shoe
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C4389 - Certificate IV in Custom-Made Footwear
Course Contact: Peter Bonnell
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99259171
Course Contact Email: peter.bonnell@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Andrew Robinson
+61 3 9925 9252
andrew.robinson@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 80
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit applies to manual or machine assembly and finish of custom-made shoes according to pattern specifications.
The degree of complexity will depend on the leather and other materials used and intricacy of the design.
Discretion and judgement may be required for both self and others in planning and selecting processes, procedures or outcomes.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
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MSTFP4004 Assemble and finish custom-made shoe |
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2. Perform preparatory work on shoe |
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3. Last the shoe |
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4. Assemble the shoe |
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5. Finish shoe |
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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.
You will develop the skills associated with interpreting work specifications, planning and organising for safe and effective use of specialised custom made footwear construction technology and operations.
You will also acquire the ability to check the quality of outcomes and identify and address problems relating to own work.
Details of Learning Activities
This course is part of a cluster made up of:
Make patterns for custom-made footwear | MANU7375C |
Prepare, cut and sew custom-made shoe components | MANU7376C |
Assemble and finish custom-made shoe | MANU7377C |
In this course you will learn to:
Utilise a manual or machine assembly and finish of custom-made shoes according to pattern specifications.
How the course is delivered
This course is delivered face to face.
Teaching Schedule
This course is delivered face to face. While all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change depending on the availability of specialist facilities and equipment. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
Cluster Schedule: Custom made shoe Semester 2: 2020
Week 1
Introduction to Patterns and Prototype making.
Introduction to writing and maintaining a production/prototype diary, in conjunction with Product engineering & Sustainability cluster.
Class/Workshop
Assessments assigned:
1) Pattern Production
2) Prototype
Week 2
Make Patterns
Workshop
Week 3
Make Patterns
Workshop
Week 4
Material investigation and selection
Workshop / assignment progress
Mid-semester progress review: Final shoe
Week 5
Source chosen materials
Workshop / assignment progress
Mid-semester progress review: patterns
Week 6
Source chosen materials
Workshop / assignment progress
Week 7
Construction methods explored to determine requirements or suitable machines for the construction of Footwear.
Workshop
Mid-semester progress review for prototypes on construction.
Week 8
Begin making prototypes
Workshop
Mid-semester progress review for final shoe
Break
Week 9
Making prototypes
Workshop / assignment progress
Mid-semester progress review for patterns
Week 10
Making prototypes
Workshop
Week 11
Making prototypes
Workshop
Week 12
Making prototypes
Workshop / assignment progress
Mid-semester progress review: prototypes and final shoe
Week 13
Completion of final prototypes
Workshop / Assessments
Assessment Due: Final working patterns
Week 14
Final construction of shoes
Workshop
Week 15
Final construction of shoes
Workshop
Week 16
Submission of assignments
Assessment Due: Prototypes
Assessment Due: Final Shoe
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include a range of practical and theory components. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.
This is a Vocational Education and Training qualification and is assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard required in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
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 Tasks
Due dates for assessment tasks dependent on access to specialist facilities and equipment may change. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
Summary and purpose of assessment
This assessment is on the submission of a completed pair of shoes, which is based on your original design.
Task instructions
The final shoes are made through the process of first the design then the Prototypes, culminating in a completed pair of shoes.
The final shoes are to reflect industry standards and the students best practice of skills and knowledge of construction.
Conditions for assessment
Submission of final shoes will be in week 16.
The shoes are to be place in a shoe box provided and labelled with student name & number on the & Short & end of the box.
Time will be allocated during class for the duration of Semester 2, for students to seek advice relating to the construction of their shoes..
Criteria for Assessment
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this assessment must be relevant to your design and be completed to a satisfactory standard to obtain a Competent grade.
Examples of evidence to include but not exclusive to are:
Following standard operating procedures (SOPs), safe work practices
problem solving
confirming specifications
making calculations
assessing options for method of production
making prototypes
setting up machines for production operations
Completed paperwork
This course is assessed in accordance with the 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.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available on MyRMIT for full assessment criteria.
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 Coordinator).
Other Information
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.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
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.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
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.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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