Course Title: Make patterns for custom-made footwear

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2021

Course Code: MANU7375C

Course Title: Make patterns for custom-made footwear

School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context

Campus: Brunswick Campus

Program: C4389 - Certificate IV in Custom-Made Footwear

Course Contact: Tallal Khan

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99259171

Course Contact Email: tallal.khan@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

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 to develop patterns for custom-made footwear designs. 

The unit of competency applies to making patterns for custom-made shoes and may involve the selection and modification of existing patterns.   Design specifications may be workplace or client initiated.   Discretion and judgement is required for both self and others in planning and selecting processes, procedures and outcomes.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

MSTFP4002 Make patterns for 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

 

1.3

Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs

 

1.4

Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions

Element:

2. Prepare to make patterns for custom-made footwear

Performance Criteria:

2.1

Interpret design requirements from design brief and determine design specifications

 

2.2

Clarify patternmaking requirements

 

2.3

Select samples of required materials and footwear components for use in patternmaking

Element:

3. Develop patterns for custom-made footwear

Performance Criteria:

3.1

Make pattern specifications based on client's measurements and in line with budget, timeframe and costs

 

3.2

Select appropriate techniques to prepare pattern and achieve design according to workplace procedures

 

3.3

Prepare patterns with reference to last construction

 

3.4

Make initial upper design on 3-D last

 

3.5

Accurately translate information from 3-D last master to 2-D working patterns

 

3.6

Produce standard and working patterns of both upper and sole in line with specifications, accepted standards and construction tolerances

 

3.7

Review pattern and make modifications that accurately reflect selected materials, shoe style and specific client requirements

Element:

4. Test pattern

Performance Criteria:

4.1

Make a mock-up or diagnostic fitting with allowance for difference between diagnostic and final materials

 

4.2

Evaluate diagnostic fitting and review proposed construction and materials in line with design and fit


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 required knowledge and skills associated with planning and organising for safe and effective use of specialised patternmaking technology and operations.

You will also acquire an ability to check the quality of outcomes and identify and address problems relating to your 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: 

Develop patterns for custom-made footwear designs for a full range of leathers and other appropriate textiles and materials. 



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. 

WEEKLY SCHEDULE




Cluster Schedule: Custom made shoe                                             Semester 2: 2021

Week

Topic

Readings and Activities

Assessment

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

  Principles in making Patterns 

Workshop

Week 3 


Principles in making Patterns

Workshop

 Task 1: Questions 1-11

Week 4 


Material investigation and selection

 Workshop / assignment progress

Task 2: Part 1: Prepare to make patterns

Task 3: Part 1: Confirm FW requirements

Week 5

 Source chosen materials Workshop / assignment progress Task 3: Part 2: Prepare last

Week 6


Source chosen materials

 Workshop / assignment progress Task 4: Part 1: Prepare work on shoe

Week 7

Construction methods explored to determine requirements or suitable machines for the construction of Footwear.

 Workshop

Task 1: Questions 12-22

Task 3: Part 3 & 4: Prepare & Click out components

Task 4: Part 1: Prepare work on shoe

Week 8


Begin making prototypes

 Workshop

Task 2: Part 2: Develop patterns

Task 3: Part 5: make upper

Task 4: Part 1: Prepare work on shoe


Break

Break

 Break

Week 9


Making prototypes

 Workshop / assignment progress

Task 3: Part 6: Final Quality check& Diary entries

Task 4: Part 1: Prepare work on shoe

Week 10


Making prototypes

 Workshop

Week 11


Making prototypes

 Workshop

Task 1: Questions 23-34

Task 4: Part 2: Last shoe

Week 12


Making prototypes

 Workshop / assignment progress

Task 2: Part 3: Test patterns

Task 4: Part 2: Last shoe

Week 13

 Completion of final prototypes Workshop / Assessments Task 4: Part 3: Assemble shoe

Week 14

 Final construction of shoes Workshop  Task 4: Part 3: Assemble shoe

Week 15


Final construction of shoes

 Workshop

Task 1: Questions 35-50

Task 4: Part 4: Finish Shoe

Week 16

Submission of assignments

Submission

Task 4: Part 4: Finish 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

Task 1

Summary and Purpose of Assessment

This short-answer assessment task is one of four assessment tasks you need to complete satisfactorily, in order to be deemed competent for this cluster. 

This assessment task allows you to demonstrate your knowledge required to:

  • Develop patterns for custom-made footwear
  • Measure, cut and sew custom-made shoe components
  • Assemble and finish custom-made shoes


Assessment Instructions

What

  • You must satisfactorily answer all 50 questions
  • You should answer all questions in the spaces provided, using full sentences, word count and dot points when requested
  • All work must be your own

 

Where

This is an online assessment task. You will need to answer all questions on CANVAS.

 

How

The knowledge assessment is accessed through the Canvas shell and you must complete and submit your responses within the allocated assessment timeframe.

 

If you are not able to attend the scheduled assessment timeframe you need to advise your teacher so that an alternative assessment arrangement can be made. This knowledge assessment is an individual assessment task that must be completed with minimal support from your supervisor (allowed support includes further explanation of the task requirements or explanation of assessment criteria etc).

 

Instructions on submitting Knowledge Assessment  

This is an online assessment task. You will need to answer all questions on CANVAS.


Task 2


Summary and Purpose of Assessment

This practical assessment task is the second of four assessment tasks you need to complete satisfactorily, in order to be deemed competent for this cluster. 

 

This practical assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to develop patterns for custom-made footwear designs for a full range of leathers and other appropriate textiles and materials.

 

Assessment Instructions

 

What

There are 3 parts to this task, you will be required to complete:

Part 1: Prepare to make patterns for custom-made footwear

Part 2: Develop patterns for custom-made footwear

Part 3: Test pattern

 

You are required to choose patterns to suit specifications and measurements, or develop new patterns, to suit specifications on a minimum of 3 occasions.

 

You will need to modify, check and test each of the 3 patterns according to selected materials, shoe style and specific client requirements.

Where

This assessment will be conducted in the footwear workshop.

How

You will be assessed against the criteria as listed in the observation checklist in Section B of this task and how well you answer the questions asked by your assessor. To achieve a satisfactory result, you will need to address all criteria satisfactorily.


Task 3

Summary and Purpose of Assessment

This practical assessment task is the third of four assessment tasks you need to complete satisfactorily, in order to be deemed competent for this cluster. 

 

This practical assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to measure, cut and sew custom-made shoe components.

Assessment Instructions

 

What

There are 6 parts to this task, you will be required to complete:

Part 1: Confirm custom-made footwear requirements

Part 2: Prepare shoe last   

Part 3: Prepare and make components

Part 4: Cut or click leather

Part 5: Prepare and make the upper             

Part 6: Conduct final quality check for operations      


You are required to measure, cut and sew the custom-made shoe components, for at least 3 Pairs shoes, in accordance with work requirements.

  • Finalised custom-made Prototype (2 Pairs)
  • Finished custom-made (1 Pair)

Where

This assessment will be conducted in the footwear workshop.

How

You will be assessed against the criteria as listed in the observation checklist in Section B of this task and how well you answer the questions asked by your assessor. To achieve a satisfactory result, you will need to address all criteria satisfactorily.


Task 4


Summary and Purpose of Assessment

This practical assessment task is the final of four assessment tasks you need to complete satisfactorily, in order to be deemed competent for this cluster. 

 

This practical assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to assemble and finish custom-made shoes.

 

Assessment Instructions

 

What

There are 4 parts to this task, you will be required to complete:

Part 1: Perform preparatory work on shoe   

Part 2: Last the shoe

Part 3: Assemble the shoe

Part 4: Finish shoe

 

You are required to assemble at least 3 pairs of shoes using the appropriate construction techniques in accordance with work requirements.

  • Finalised custom-made Prototype (2 Pairs)
  • Finished custom-made (1 Pair)

Where

This assessment will be conducted in the footwear workshop.

How

You will be assessed against the criteria as listed in the observation checklist in Section B of this task and how well you answer the questions asked by your assessor. To achieve a satisfactory result, you will need to address all criteria satisfactorily.


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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