Course Title: Assemble shoe by hand

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2023

Course Code: MANU7386C

Course Title: Assemble shoe 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

Nominal Hours: 60

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

MSTFP2001 - Identify materials used in footwear production

Course Description

In this course you will develop and apply the skills and knowledge to assemble shoes. You will have the opportunity to work independently to plan and prepare to assemble your shoes using mainly hand processes.  You will plan and coordinating processes according to set timelines and quality requirements. 

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

MSTFP3002 - Hand last shoe

MSTFP2009 - Perform footwear finishing operations


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

MSTFP3003 Assemble shoe 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 assemble shoe by hand

Performance Criteria:

2.1

Set up workstation and adjust tools, machines and equipment to suit construction process being used

2.2

Make adjustments to machines to accommodate specific product requirements, according to workplace procedures

2.3

Follow work ticket to collect and sort parts, including last, uppers, insoles, heels and soles

2.4

Prepare and position parts and components appropriate to construction process

2.5

Determine the sequencing of operations to meet job specifications and timeframes

 

Element:

3 Assemble the shoe

Performance Criteria:

3.1

Position shoe components according to identified construction process

3.2

Attach and assemble shoe components in correct sequence

3.3

Slip shoe from last

3.4

Finish off uppers, heels, edges and soles using appropriate hand and machine operations and materials

 

Element:

4 Conduct final quality check and despatch work

Performance Criteria:

4.1

Conduct final quality check to ensure  work complies with job specifications and workplace quality standards

4.2

Make corrections to product as required to meet specifications

4.3

Despatch work to next stage and maintain records

 

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
  • ‘work shopping’ 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

06 Feb

 

Introduction to course

 

Class / workshop
Assessments assigned: Task 1 & 2
Introduction to the course – Parts of the shoe
Different types of shoes
Tools & Machines
Tool ordering
Intro to Sandal making

  

02

13 Feb

 

Sandal #1

 

 

Table based operations Sandal #1 – slot cutting, mid soles, EVA & Rubber soles prep for assembly.
Complete Sandal #1

 

Task 2: Sandal #1 - Quality checklist, Discrepancy & Despatch form Due

03

 20 Feb

 

Materials used in Footwear & Pattern making

 

Class/workshop
Tape last & and produce mean forme & patterns for Court, Derby & Oxford shoes.

 

 

04

27 Feb

Materials used in Footwear & Pattern making

 

 

 

Class/workshop
Click & prepare Court, Derby & Oxford upper components for sewing.

 

 

05

06 Mar

 

Last Court Shoe

 

Class/workshop
Last & complete Court shoe

 

Task 2: Court Shoe - Quality checklist, Discrepancy & Despatch form Due

06

13 Mar

 

Derby shoe

 

 

Class/workshop
Last Derby shoe

 

 

07

20 Mar

Derby shoe

 

Class/workshop
Last Derby, bottom stock & finishing ops.

 

 

08

27 Mar

 

Derby shoe

 

Class/workshop
Last Derby, bottom stock & finishing ops.

 

09

03 Apr

 

Derby shoe

 

Quality check

Task 2: Derby Shoe - Quality checklist, Discrepancy & Despatch form Due

 

 

10 - 14 April: Mid-semester break

 

 

10

17 Apr

Oxford Shoe

 

Class/workshop
Last Oxford shoe

 

 

11

24 Apr

Oxford Shoe

Class/workshop
Last Oxford, bottom stock & finishing ops.

 

12

1 May

Oxford Shoe

 

Class/workshop
Last Oxford, bottom stock & finishing ops.

 

 

Assessment Task 1: Due

 

13

08 May

Last Styles and Bottom stock & finishing ops

 

 

Class/workshop
Last Oxford, bottom stock & finishing ops.

 

Task 2: Oxford Shoe - Quality checklist, Discrepancy & Despatch form Due

14

15 May

Sandal #2

 

Class/workshop
Table based operations Sandal #2 – slot cutting, mid soles, EVA & Rubber soles prep for assembly.

 

 

15

22 May

Sandal #2

 

Class/workshop
Table based operations Sandal #2 – slot cutting, mid soles, EVA & Rubber soles prep for assembly.
Complete Sandal #2

 

 

16

29 May

 

Final class/assessment submission

 

Finish and QC

Task 2: Sandal #2 Quality checklist, Discrepancy & Despatch form Due

17

05 Jun

Feedback Week

 

NO CLASSES

Feedback and Re submission Week

 

 


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 12

2

Hand last, assemble and finish shoe

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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