Foot Wear Production  ·  Level 5
Footwear Closing Operations II
Chapter 3: Perform Footwear closing operations
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Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Assemble and align footwear upper components using stitching

Foot Wear Production · Level 5
Footwear Closing Operations II
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 5 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Assemble and stitch the upper components of a leather shoe measuring 280mm length by 120mm width.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
PliersUpper leather pieces
Measuring tapeLining material
AwlThread spools (nylon, black)
ClampsAdhesive glue (contact cement)
Sewing needles for leatherSole stiffener inserts
Heel counter pieces
Eyelets for lacing
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Upper leather pieces5 Pcs per Candidate
2Lining material5 Pcs per Candidate
3Thread spools (nylon, black)1 spool per Candidate
4Adhesive glue (contact cement)1 bottle per 3 Candidates
5Sewing needles for leather3 Pcs per Candidate
6Sole stiffener inserts2 Pcs per Candidate
7Heel counter pieces2 Pcs per Candidate
8Eyelets for lacing10 Pcs per Candidate
9Pliers1 Pc per Candidate
10Measuring tape1 Pc per Candidate
11Awl1 Pc per Candidate
12Clamps4 Pcs per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Preparation and PPE
Candidate wears appropriate PPE (gloves, apron)
(Award 2 marks for correct PPE use, 0 if missing)
2
Candidate selects correct upper components and materials
(Award 3 marks for correct selection, 0 if incorrect)
3
Sub-Total5
TASK 2: Assembly and alignment of upper components
Candidate aligns upper leather pieces accurately according to the drawing
(Award 5 marks for precise alignment, 0 if misaligned)
5
Candidate applies adhesive glue correctly to bonding surfaces
(Award 4 marks for proper adhesive application, 0 if uneven or insufficient)
4
Candidate clamps components securely before stitching
(Award 3 marks for proper clamping, 0 if loose)
3
Sub-Total12
TASK 3: Stitching and finishing
Candidate stitches upper components with even, tight stitches using appropriate needle and thread
(Award 8 marks for uniform, secure stitching, 0 if loose or uneven)
8
Candidate fixes eyelets correctly with pliers
(Award 4 marks for properly set eyelets, 0 if loose or misaligned)
4
Candidate inserts sole stiffener and heel counter accurately
(Award 3 marks for correct insertion and fit, 0 if misplaced)
3
Candidate cleans excess glue and trims loose threads
(Award 3 marks for clean finishing, 0 if messy)
3
Sub-Total18
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Assembled upper matches 280mm length and 120mm width within ±3mm tolerance
(Award 5 marks for correct dimensions, 0 if outside tolerance)
5
Upper components are securely bonded and stitched with no gaps or loose parts
(Award 7 marks for strong bonding and stitching, 0 if defective)
7
Eyelets are evenly spaced and properly fixed
(Award 5 marks for even spacing and secure fixing, 0 if uneven or loose)
5
Overall appearance is neat with uniform stitching and clean finish
(Award 8 marks for neatness and uniformity, 0 if untidy)
8
Sub-Total25
GRAND TOTAL60
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Attach lining to footwear upper by stitching

Foot Wear Production · Level 5
Footwear Closing Operations II
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Attach lining material to footwear upper (size 42) by stitching along the upper perimeter.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Sewing awlFootwear upper
Sewing needlesLining material
ClampsThread
Cutting scissorsAdhesive (contact cement)
Measuring tape
Marking chalk
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Footwear upper1 Pair per Candidate
2Lining material1 Pair per Candidate
3Thread1 Spool per Candidate
4Adhesive (contact cement)250 ml per Candidate
5Sewing needles2 Pcs per Candidate
6Sewing awl1 Pc per Candidate
7Clamps4 Pcs per Candidate
8Cutting scissors1 Pc per Candidate
9Measuring tape1 Pc per Candidate
10Marking chalk1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Preparation and setting out
Candidate wears appropriate PPE (gloves, apron)
(Award 2 marks for correct PPE worn, 0 if not)
2
Candidate measures and marks lining and upper edges accurately
(Award 3 marks for precise marking matching size 42 upper, 0 otherwise)
3
Candidate cuts lining material to correct size and shape
(Award 3 marks for clean, accurate cutting, 0 otherwise)
3
Sub-Total8
TASK 2: Attaching lining to upper
Candidate applies adhesive evenly on lining and upper contact surfaces
(Award 4 marks for even adhesive application, 0 otherwise)
4
Candidate clamps lining and upper correctly to allow bonding
(Award 3 marks for proper clamping, 0 otherwise)
3
Candidate stitches lining to upper securely along perimeter
(Award 5 marks for neat, uniform stitching with no skipped stitches, 0 otherwise)
5
Sub-Total12
TASK 3: Finishing and inspection
Candidate trims excess thread and lining cleanly
(Award 3 marks for clean trimming, 0 otherwise)
3
Candidate inspects and ensures lining is flush with upper edges
(Award 4 marks for proper alignment and flush finish, 0 otherwise)
4
Candidate cleans work area and disposes of waste properly
(Award 2 marks for tidiness, 0 otherwise)
2
Sub-Total9
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Lining attached to footwear upper with perimeter stitching length of 360 mm ± 5 mm
(Award 5 marks if stitching length within tolerance, 0 otherwise)
5
Stitching is uniform, tight, and without skipped stitches
(Award 5 marks for uniform, secure stitching, 0 otherwise)
5
Lining edges are flush with upper edges, no overlaps or gaps
(Award 5 marks for proper edge alignment, 0 otherwise)
5
No adhesive stains visible on outer surfaces
(Award 4 marks for clean finish, 0 otherwise)
4
Sub-Total19
GRAND TOTAL48
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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