Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2020
Course Code: MANU7385C
Course Title: Hand last shoe
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 99259118
Course Contact Email: tallal.khan@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 60
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit covers skills and knowledge to last shoes using hand processes. It addresses the following units and all these units are clustered for delivery but may assessed separately.
MSTFP3003 - Assemble shoe by hand
MSTFP2009 - Perform footwear finishing operations
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
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MSTFP3002 Hand last shoe |
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1 Determine job requirements |
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2 Prepare to hand last shoe |
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3 Hand last shoe |
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4 String last, as required |
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5 Check and despatch completed work |
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Learning Outcomes
In this unit you will develop the required knowledge and skills associated with planning and organising to prepare the hand last shoes. Problem solving skills are required to ensure materials and completed work conform to requirements and identify and address any production problems. Communication skills are used to refer to and complete required documentation. Self management skills are used to ensure safe use of technology and conformance of own work to quality standards.
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
Course Schedule: Semester 1, 2020
Week 1
Introduction to course
Class
Week 2
Workshop
Week 3
Workshop
Week 4
Workshop
Week 5
Workshop
Week 6
Workshop
Week 7
Last Styles and Bottom stock & finishing ops
Workshop
Week 8
Last Styles and Bottom stock & finishing ops
Workshop
Week 9
Last Styles and Bottom stock & finishing ops
Workshop
Assessment 2 & 3 part 1: Court Shoe
Week 10
Last Styles and Bottom stock & finishing ops
Workshop
Week 11
Last styles
Class
Assessment 1 Last Q&A due
Week 12
Last Styles and Bottom stock & finishing ops
Workshop
Assessment 2 & 3 part 2: Derby Shoe
Week 13
Last Styles and Bottom stock & finishing ops
Workshop
Week 14
Last Styles and Bottom stock & finishing ops
Workshop
Week 15
Last Styles and Bottom stock & finishing ops
Workshop
Week 16
Final class/assessment submission
Workshop
Assessment 2 & 3 part 3: Sandal and Oxford
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
Tasks that have not be authenticated in class as the student’s own work will not be considered for assessment. Regular attendance is necessary. Assessment 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.
Assessment Tasks
This portfolio assessment is focused on the construction and lasting of the following 3 styles to a competent standard.
1. 1 pair of completed Court Styled footwear. The Court shoes are to be produced in accordance with both the pattern and/or construction methods from the book “Pattern cutting- step by step- Frank Jones.”
2. 1 pair of completed Derby Style shoes. The Derby’s are to be produced in accordance with both the pattern and/or construction methods from the book “Pattern cutting- step by step- Frank Jones.”
3. 2 pairs of completed Sandals (or 1x Thong, 1x Sandal). Styles are selected and produced following the pattern and construction methods in the book “Simple Sandal making – Tim Skyrme.” Required sandal pieces have been checked and adjusted as required.
For the Court shoes you will be assessed on the following in the table below to a competent standard.
Select last and produce patterns
Use safe WHS procedures in cutting leather.
Correctly using/storing equipment as per work health and safety (WHS) requirements
Select the appropriate materials for counters, toe puff, rand and soles and prepare.
Identify the Stretch and Strength of Cow leather for Uppers and Pig lining for lining. Cut leather correctly using clicking knife, avoiding blemishes.
Equipment is checked, knives sharpened as required.
Cut Upper pattern pieces from Cow hide and lining pieces from Pig skin, and bundle correctly.
Areas around tables and work benches are clear of tripping hazards
Follow workplace policy for recycling and minimising waste.
Planning and organising skills – prepare all resources required for lasting upper- Insole, closed upper, silver pen, knife, Toe puff & counter, shanks, Resin sole unit.
Last upper and lining with toe puff and counter to be included
Construct Resin sole unit for attaching to upper.
Remove Court shoe from last.
For the Derby shoes you will be assessed on the following in the table below to a competent standard.
Select last and produce patterns
Use safe WHS procedures in all cutting operations.
Correctly using/storing equipment as per work health and safety (WHS) requirements
Select the appropriate materials for counters, toe puff, rand and soles and prepare for attaching.
Planning and organising skills – prepare all resources required for lasting upper- Insole, closed upper, silver pen, knife, Leather toe puff & counter, shanks, rand.
Equipment is checked, knives sharpened as required.
Follow workplace policy for recycling and minimising waste.
Last upper and lining with leather toe puff and counter prepared by hand skiving and attached.
Shanks attached and filler pieces in forepart included and smoothed to correct height
For the Sandals you will be assessed on the following in the table below to a competent standard.
Select 2x styles from the Simple Sandal making handbook and produce 2x patterns. Can include 1x Thong and 1x Sandal.
Use safe WHS procedures in cutting leather.
Correctly using/storing equipment as per work health and safety (WHS) requirements
Planning and organising skills – prepare all resources required for cutting leather and constructing sandals- Strap cutter, ruler, silver pen, knife, pattern paper, buckles, studs, Leather and EVA.
Equipment is checked, knives sharpened as required.
Areas around tables and work benches are clear of tripping hazards
Use tools according to WHS practices to achieve specifications
Use appropriate materials according to workplace procedures to achieve specifications
Position at workstation reflects good work practice
Follow workplace policy for recycling and minimising waste.
Produce Sandal components, continuously checking pieces that they conform to the pattern requirements.
Assess the leather for scars, marks and faults
Position pattern pieces for optimal use of leather
Mark and cut out leather, including any location markers.
Split straps to 2.5mm
Check components for any faults or irregularities rectify as required.
Cement and position appropriate straps in their location
Make fitting adjustments to straps as required and attach buckles.
Task instructions
For this assessment you must obtain a satisfactory level in ALL components to receive an overall Satisfactory mark.
All pairs of shoes and sandals submitted for this Folio will be assessed on the lasting technique and the machining of the stitching as with the finishing of all shoes.
This assessment will take place in the Footwear workshop.
WHS considerations. You will need to work in a clean and uncluttered work space, use correct technique for lasting. Adhere to safety requirements of correctly enclosed Footwear and correct procedure for using and carrying a knife.
Use appropriate PPE and follow SOP for all machines required to complete this task.
Conditions for assessment
This will be an open book assessment however you may ask for assistance in clarifying aspects of the process from the Teacher.
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
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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:
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Cover Sheet for Submissions:
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Adjustments to Assessment (eg. applying for an extension of time):
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Penalties for late Submission of Assignments
Late submission or presentation of assessable work without an approved extension will be penalised as follows:
Complete work submitted 1 to 7 days late will incur a penalty of 5% per day on your final mark
Partial or incomplete work submitted 1 to 7 days late will incur a penalty of 5% per day on your final mark for the entire assessable work
Work submitted after day 7 will be awarded an NN grade and 0% mark
Weekends and holiday periods are included in the calculation of the late penalty
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Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
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