Course Title: Fit custom-made footwear

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2025

Course Code: MANU7378C

Course Title: Fit custom-made footwear

School: 515T Creative Industries

Campus: Brunswick Campus

Program: C4389 - Certificate IV in Custom-Made Footwear

Course Contact: Paul Castro Alvarez

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99259234

Course Contact Email: paul.castro@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 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 Client measurements and construction specifications are reviewed to confirm all required information has been provided
Element:	2. Prepare to fit custom-made footwear
Performance Criteria:	2.1 A trial last fitting is conducted to check last for fit and function 2.2 Modifications are made to last in consultation with client to achieve design and construction specifications 2.3 A mock-up or diagnostic fitting is made in line with specifications 2.4 Diagnostic fitting is evaluated and proposed construction and materials are reviewed
Element:	3. Conduct trial fittings
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Custom-made footwear is fitted and client is consulted for further adjustments 3.2 Trial fitting of custom-made footwear is conducted to reflect real-life usage, ease of fitting and compliance with design and production specifications 3.3 Required adjustments are identified in discussion with client
Element:	4. Conduct client follow up
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Measurements are taken of foot and footwear and compared to previous findings 4.2 New measurements are taken, if required to confirm or establish required modifications to footwear 4.3 Consultation with client is maintained throughout fitting processes and follow-up acted upon accordingly
Element:	5. Document outcomes of follow-up
Performance Criteria:	5.1 Information relating to client measurements, trial fittings and modifications is recorded 5.2 Specifications are prepared 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

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.

Teaching Schedule

Week	TOPIC	CONTENT
1	Introduction to Costing, Production & Specification sheets	Class/Workshop ALL assessments tasks assigned Workshop Agreement - to be completed and uploaded.
2	Cont. Costing Production & Specification Sheets	Workshop activity
3	Measure feet Suppliers & Sourcing Work on testing materials for suitability	Workshop activity - Measure feet
4	Material & supplier investigation and selection	Workshop / assignment progress
5	Material & supplier investigation and selection	Workshop / assignment progress
6	Material & supplier investigation and selection	Workshop / assignment progress
7	Material & supplier investigation and selection	Workshop / assignment progress
MID SEMESTER BREAK 1st - 5th September
8	Testing materials for suitability & gathering costing information	Workshop / assignment progress
9	Costing sheets: Templates & Examples	Workshop / assignment progress Calculate costs
10	Costing sheets: structure & what to include Make a sample sheet	Workshop / assignment progress
11	Production sheets: Templates & examples	Task 1: Knowledge questions
12	Production sheets: How to produce & what to include Make a sample sheet	Workshop / assignment progress
13	Specification sheets: Templates & examples Make a sample sheet	Workshop / assignment progress
14	Specification sheets: Update and check on progress.	Workshop / assignment progress
15	Final work to completed on Costing, Production & Specification sheets	Workshop / assignment progress
16	Submission of assignments	Task 2: Teams & Establish project Task 3: Costing sheet & 2 Quotations Task 4: Document fitting outcomes
17	FEEDBACK WEEK

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

Signed workshop agreement due

Week 1

Assessment Task 1 – Knowledge Questions:

Due week 11

The majority of assessment Task 2 - 3 are practical completion points in the making of your footwear and may not be a physical submission until week 16.

Assessment Task 2 – Custom Footwear cost analysis:

Due week 16

Assessment Task 3 – Custom Footwear cost analysis:

Due week 16

Assessment Task 4 –Fit & Document Custom-made Footwear:

Due week 16

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.

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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