Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2022

Course Code: MANU7384C

Course Title: Cut leather by hand

Important Information:

Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities. 

To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption. 

Please read this RMIT Enrolment Procedure as it has important information regarding COVID vaccination and your study at RMIT: https://policies.rmit.edu.au/document/view.php?id=209. 

Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus 

Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance. 

School: 515T Creative Industries

Campus: Brunswick Campus

Program: C4389 - Certificate IV in Custom-Made Footwear

Course Contact: Paul Castro

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9234

Course Contact Email: paul.castro@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Johanna Preston

PH: +61 3 99259252

johanna.preston@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 50

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

In this unit you will develop the knowledge and skills in planning and organising to prepare to cut leather by hand.  You will have the opportunity to use simple and complicated pattern pieces and a range of leather qualities. 

This course addresses the following units and all these units are clustered for delivery but may assessed separately.

MSTGN4015 - Coordinate or set up machines for product change

MSTFP2011 - Perform table-based operations

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	MSTFP3001 Cut leather by hand
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 cut leather
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Use cutting knives and patterns to minimise waste 3.2 Identify scars, marks and fault areas of high-quality leather and position patterns accordingly 3.3 Position patterns to allow for identified flaws, nap of suede or other grain or print characteristics of leather 3.4 Use cutting techniques to match pattern shape, size and leather quality 3.5 Cut pieces precisely to size, and colour code, size and colour match
Element:	3 Cut leather by hand
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Set up workstation according to specifications and workplace procedures 2.2 Select cutting equipment and patterns and prepare according to specified work and sizes, and manufacturer instructions 2.3 Collect, sort and lay out materials in preparation for cutting 2.4 Routinely clean and maintain cutting board 2.5 Identify problems or faults with patterns, knives and cutting boards and refer for repair 2.6 Assess the leather for scars, marks and faults that impact on cutting 2.7 Assess and sort leather to comply with requirements of different jobs and pattern pieces
Element:	4 Check quality of finished product
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Check finished products against job specifications and workplace quality standards 4.2 Address fault or irregularities 4.3 Maintain records of work

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

The activities in this course have been designed to give you the opportunity to put into practice all the theory learned in class. These activities include:

• class exercises to review class presentations/ theory
• practical demonstrations
• design activities or projects
• individual and group activities
• ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/assessor feedback

Teaching Schedule

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.

WEEK	STARTING	TOPIC	ACTIVITIES	ASSESSMENT
01	07 Feb	Introduction Overview of the course/ Introduction of AT1 Sandal making	Introduction to the course and assessments overview Patterns, upper cutting, table-based operations
02	14 Feb	Sandal making - continued	Assemble sandals, finishing
03	21 Feb	Derby pattern making	Check Standard. Cut patterns. Click uppers
04	28 Feb	Derby lasting	Demonstration of lasting Derby with different lasting techniques. Students to commence lasting Derby Clicking Press Demonstration
05	07 Mar	Derby finishing	final assembly of Derby - including socking and finishing and QC Clicking Press Demonstration
06	14 Mar	Oxford Boot - patternmaking	last taping and design Create boot standard and transpose the two systems into 1. Sewing Machine and leather shapes demonstration	ASSESSMENT 01 - Knowledge Due in class
07	21 Mar	Oxford Boot - continued	cut insole for mock-up to check measurements, last mock-up, check measurements and make necessary pattern adjustments Sewing Machine and leather shapes demonstration Cut, skive & prepare leather
08	28 Mar	Oxford Boot uppers	click final boot uppers cut and prepare components and lasts
09	04 Apr	Oxford Boot - soles and heels	prepare boot soles and heels, prepare boot and components for assembly
10	11 Apr	Court Shoe patternmaking	Tape last design, mean form, standard for Court shoe	ASSESSMENT 02 - Practical
14 - 20 April: Mid-semester break
11	25 Apr	Monday: ANZAC Day – No classes
12	2 May	Court Shoe continued
13	09 May	Court shoe continued	Assemble Court shoe, including heel covering and attaching
14	16 May	Sandal #2 - commence	pattern cutting
15	23 May	Sandal #2 - continued	prepare components finish lasting preparation for assembly
16	30 May	Sandal #2 – continued	Finish and QC	ASSESSMENT 03 - Practical
17	06 Jun	Feedback Week	NO CLASSES Feedback and Resubmission Weeks

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 Assessment

Assessment Tasks

ASSMT	TASK	TYPE	DUE
1	Knowledge Questions	Knowledge	WEEK 06
2	Table Operations and Cut Leather by Hand	Practical	WEEK 10
3	Coordinate or set-up machines for product changes	Practical	WEEK 16

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.

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