Course Title: Fit custom-made footwear
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2020
Course Code: MANU7378C
Course Title: Fit custom-made footwear
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 covers the skills and knowledge required for the trialling and fitting of custom-made footwear.
The learner will develop the required knowledge and skills associated with communication and team work to work with the client to determine fit outcomes and requirements.
Planning and organising and problem solving skills are required to resolve fitting problems.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSTFP4005 Fit custom-made footwear |
Element: |
1. Determine job requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions |
Element: |
2. Prepare to fit custom-made footwear |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Review client measurements and construction specifications to confirm all required information has been provided 2.2 Conduct a trial last fitting to check last for fit and function 2.3 Make modifications to last in consultation with client to achieve design and construction specifications 2.4 Make a mock-up or diagnostic fitting in line with specifications 2.5 Evaluate diagnostic fitting and review proposed construction and materials |
Element: |
3. Conduct trial fittings |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Fit custom-made footwear and consult client for further adjustments 3.2 Conduct diagnostic trial fitting of custom-made footwear to reflect real-life usage, ease of fitting, and compliance with design and production specifications 3.3 Identify required adjustments in discussion with client 3.4 Use discretion, judgement and effective interpersonal communication to interact with client and resolve problems |
Element: |
4. Conduct client follow up |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Take measurements of foot and footwear and compare to previous findings 4.2 Take new measurements, if required, to confirm or establish required modifications to footwear 4.3 Maintain consultation with client throughout fitting processes and act upon follow-up accordingly |
Element: |
5. Document outcomes of follow-up |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Record information relating to client measurements, trial fittings and modifications 5.2 Prepare specifications for the development of new footwear or modification of existing footwear |
Learning Outcomes
On the successful completion of this unit you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
Integrated learning activities in this course consists of theory and practical components carried out in a workshop environment. Throughout the course, you will develop the skills and knowledge to create custom-made footwear products. You will learn to use and work with a range of materials, suppliers and components used in footwear manufacturing.
Teaching Schedule
This course is delivered face to face. Note: While all course content in this schedule will be covered, the weekly order and form may change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources and the fact this course is being delivered online.
In addition Estimate and Cost Job will be delivered online.
This Cluster addresses the following units and all these units are clustered for delivery but may be assessed separately. Please see notes regarding delivery and assessment.
BUSM8798C -Estimate and cost job
MANU7383C - Plan and implement production within a work area
MANU7378C - Fit custom-made footwear
Cluster Schedule: Product Planning and Costing Semester 2: 2020
Week 1
Part A
Introduction to Costing, Production & Specification sheets
Class/Workshop
Assessments assigned:
1) Costing, Production & Specification sheets
2) Measure and Fit
Week 2
Part B
Cont. Costing, Production & Specification sheets
Workshop activity
Assessment Task 1 due: Measure foot
Week 3
Suppliers and sourcing
Begin group work on testing of materials.
Workshop
Assessment assigned:
1) Material testing
Week 4
Investigate suppliers
Group work on testing materials
Workshop
Week 5
Investigate suppliers
Group work on testing materials
Workshop / assignment progress
Mid-semester progress review: Measure and fit
Week 6
Investigate suppliers
Group work on testing materials
Workshop / assignment progressMid-semester progress review: costing and production
Week 7
Investigate suppliers
Group work on testing materials
Workshop
Week 8
Workshop
Group presentation on Material testing results
Break
Week 9
Costing sheets
Templates
Examples
Workshop
Week 10
Costing sheets
How and what to include
Make a sample
Workshop / assignment progress
Mid-semester progress review: Measure and Fit
Week 11
Production sheets
Templates
Examples
Workshop / assignment progress
Mid-semester progress review: Costing and Production
Week 12
Production sheets
How and what to include
Make a sample
Workshop
Week 13
Specification sheets
Templates
Examples
Workshop
Week 14
Specification sheets
How and what to include
Make a sample
Workshop
Week 15
Final work to be done on Costing, Production & Specification sheets
Workshop
Week 16
Submission:
Assessment Task 2 Due: Fit shoe
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The University Library has extensive resources. The Library has produced a number of subject guides that includes quality online and print resources for your studies. The Library provides guides and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarians.
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
Note: While all assessment requirements in this schedule will be covered, the weekly order and form may change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources and the fact this cluster's delivery is online.
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.
Assessment Tasks Include Testing of Materials and Measurement and Fitting of Shoes that are produced by the student
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.
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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