Course Title: Participate in product engineering
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2022
Course Code: MANU7382C
Course Title: Participate in product engineering
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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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 Alvarez
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99259234
Course Contact Email: paul.castro@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Debra McDonald
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
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to participate in product engineering in a textiles, clothing and footwear (TCF) enterprise, in this instance specific to the Footwear industry
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSTGN4002 Participate in product engineering |
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 for production |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Examine structure of sample material or product from identified TCF sector to confirm structure 2.2 Document detail of structure or composition, where required, to assist in production planning 2.3 Evaluate material or product structure to identify options for production |
Element: |
3. Plan method of production |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Assess options to determine most effective and efficient method of production, to ensure highest quality and yield from raw materials, and ease of production 3.2 Document options and recommendations in accordance with workplace procedures 3.3 Examine existing resources, machines, production techniques and scheduling arrangements in relation to the production requirements 3.4 Identify and document any potential requirements for change in accordance with workplace procedures |
Element: |
4. Prepare cost estimates and maintain records |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Identify material requirements and economical batch sizes 4.2 Identify labour hours, times and other statistics required and make cost estimates 4.3 Determine available machine hours and make estimates, where required 4.4 Estimate and document overall costs in accordance with workplace practices 4.5 Maintain production planning records and prepare reports, where necessary, in accordance with workplace procedures |
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 knowledge and skills associated with communication to interpret production specifications, calculate costs, maintain records and prepare reports.
Initiative and enterprise, planning and organising and problem solving are required to examine production options and determine required variations to specifications, processes and schedules.
You will also acquire an ability to learn and apply new information. Self management skills are used to ensure work meets quality and work standards.
Details of Learning Activities
In this cluster, you will be required to develop and demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to follow procedures so as to work in an environmentally sustainable manner to ensure regulatory compliance and also aims at minimising environmental risks and maximises the environmental performance of the process and of an organisation.
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.
Week |
Topic |
Readings and Activities |
Assessment |
Week 1 |
Diary Spec / costing & Production sheets |
Workshop |
|
Week 2 |
Investigate resources needed for Final shoe | Workshop | |
Week 3 |
Investigate resources needed for Final shoe | Workshop | |
Week 4 |
Workplace procedures and environmental practices. | Workshop |
Task 2 Part 1: Sustainability Manual Exercise 1,2 & 3 |
Week 5 |
Style development for Final shoe | Activities: Mid semester check for Diary |
Task 1 Part 1: Specification sheet |
Week 6 |
Specifications, drawings and production sheets | Activities: Mid semester check for Spec / costing & Production sheets | |
Week 7 |
Production techniques and machines in relation to production requirements | Workshop | |
Week 8 |
Calculate cost estimates | Workshop | |
|
Break |
Break |
Break |
Week 9 |
Evaluate material and product structure | Workshop |
Task 1 Part 2: Methods of Production |
Week 10 |
Style development for Final shoe | Activities: Mid semester check for Diary | |
Week 11 |
Production planning records, reports and workplace procedures | Activities: Mid semester check for Spec / costing & Production sheets | |
Week 12 |
Needle & Thread relationship | Workshop | |
Week 13 |
Needle & Thread relationship | Activity / Assessment |
Task 1 Part 3: Cost Estimates |
Week 14 |
Estimate and document costs for Final shoe | Workshop | |
Week 15 |
Estimate and document costs for Final shoe | Workshop | |
Week 16 |
Submission |
Submission: Diary & Spec pack |
Task 2 Part 2: Diary |
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
Assessment Task 1 – Knowledge Questions: This assessment task allows you to demonstrate your knowledge required to plan and implement production within a work team, estimate materials, labour and time requirements, and establish costs for products as well as trialling and fitting custom-made footwear. Due Weeks 5, 9 & 13.
Assessment Task 2 – Participate in product engineering: This assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to comply with environmental regulations, identify environment issues and minimise the risks of negative impact on work and carry out improvements in own work area. Due Weeks 4 & 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 the 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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