Course Title: Operate machine to sew upper

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2024

Course Code: MANU7387C

Course Title: Operate machine to sew upper

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: 40

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 skills and knowledge to align and sew uppers for footwear production. This unit applies to loading, guiding and unloading machines to sew shoe uppers. Sewing involves basic sewing techniques, such as sewing in straight lines and using one type of material. 

This course is clustered for delivery with the MSTFP2006 - Machine upper according to product requirements

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	MSTFP2005 Operate machine to sew upper
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 sew upper
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Check work bundle, assess quality of component parts and lay out work pieces in correct sequence 2.2 Set up workbench and seating to achieve operator comfort and minimise fatigue 2.3 Clean and check machine, and adjust machine settings according to manufacturer instructions and specifications for work 2.4 Select threads according to specifications, check needle types and attachments, and change parts and worn needles as necessary 2.5 Set stitch length, set up tension and test against specifications 2.6 Test machine for correct operation
Element:	3 Perform machine sewing
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Select pieces according to size, colour and style 3.2 Accurately position materials and sew uppers to achieve required specifications 3.3 Machine seams to achieve specific results and trim threads 3.4 Regularly check performance of machine for signs of faulty performance and take follow-up action to address faulty machine performance
Element:	4 Conduct final quality check and despatch work
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Check final product to ensure workplace quality requirements are met 4.2 Address production faults according to workplace procedures 4.3 Bundle uppers, stack and store or despatch 4.4 Record production faults as required 4.5 Complete work 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	TOPIC	ACTIVITIES
01	Introduction Overview of the course/	Introduction to the course and assessments overview Introduction to flatbed sewing machines Learn how to thread a flatbed sewing machine Paper exercises – learn to sew straight, zig zag and curved lines using an unthreaded sewing machine
02	AT2 – Sew five Uppers	Paper exercises Sew curved & straight lines Introduction to AT2 – Sew five Uppers. Learn how to thread a bobbin
03	AT2 – Sew five Uppers	Paper Exercises AT2 – Sew five Uppers
04	AT2 – Sew five Uppers	AT2 – Sew five Uppers
05	Leather shapes	Cut and prepare various leather shapes for sewing.
06	Leather shapes	Cut and prepare various leather shapes for sewing.
07	Leather shapes	Cut and prepare various leather shapes for sewing.
08	Re-thread sewing machine	Re-thread top and bottom threads, remove and replace needle, and wind bobbin on a flatbed sewing
09	Re-thread sewing machine	Re-thread top and bottom threads, remove and replace needle, and wind bobbin on a flatbed sewing
10 - 14 April: Mid-semester break
10	Leather shapes	AT2 –Sew five pairs of shoe uppers Due  AT1- Knowledge questions
11	Workshop activities	Can and may include, resewing faulty components and or additional components. AT1- Knowledge questions
12	Workshop activities	Can and may include, resewing faulty components and or additional components. AT1- Knowledge questions
13	Workshop activities	Can and may include, resewing faulty components and or additional components. AT1- Knowledge questions
14	Workshop activities	Can and may include, resewing faulty components and or additional components. AT1- Knowledge questions
15	Workshop activities	Can and may include, resewing faulty components and or additional components. AT1- Knowledge questions
16	Workshop activities	AT1 - Questions due
17	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

If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies, procedures and instructions which are available for review online:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment

Assessment Tasks

ASSMT	DESCRIPTION	TYPE	DUE
1	AT1 –Questions	Knowledge	Wk 16
2	AT2 –Sew five pairs of shoe uppers	Practical	Wk 10

 

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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