4 Courses
FOOTWEAR KNOWLEDGE MODULES
Footwear Designer
MODULE PURPOSE
The main focus of the learning in this knowledge module is to build an understanding of human factors which should be considered during the design process and the footwear design concept.
This qualification is made up of the following compulsory Knowledge and Practical Skill Modules:
KNOWLEDGE MODULES
- 216304000-KM-01, Footwear and the human foot, NQF Level 5, Credits 14
- 216304000-KM-02, Footwear materials and production processes, NQF Level 5, Credits 35
- 216304000-KM-03, Footwear and footwear product research, NQF Level 6, Credits 15
- 216304000-KM-04, Footwear design theory, NQF Level 6, Credits 43
- 216304000-KM-05, Footwear design presentation, NQF Level 6, Credits 15
- 216304000-KM-06, Footwear marketing and branding, NQF Level 5, Credits 22
Total number of credits for Knowledge Modules: 144
Practical Skill Modules:
Total number of credits for Practical Skill Modules: 149
This qualification also requires the following Work Experience Modules:Total number of credits for Work Experience Modules: 80
Total number of credits for Knowledge Modules: 144
Knowledge Modules:
1.1 Associated Occupation
1.2 Occupation or Specialisation Addressed by this Curriculum
1.3 Alternative Titles used by Industry
- Shoe Designer
- Footwear Stylist
Footwear Production
LEARNER GUIDE
Subject Title
Basic Production and Manufacturing Concepts in a Footwear Manufacturing Industry
NQF Level 2
Credits 12
What you will learn
Basic knowledge of business concepts, industry value chain, work ethics, legislation and communication
Basic business concepts applicable to the footwear manufacturing industry
