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Footwear Construction
Chapter 2: Determine method of shoe construction
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⚑ What you will be able to do

By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:

  • Clearly identify job requirements based on the specifications of the shoe’s bottom components.
  • Accurately match shoe uppers, bottom components, and lasts according to the job specifications.
  • Fit toe puffs and stiffeners precisely following the job’s detailed instructions.
  • Properly use shoe construction tools, machines, and equipment according to your organization’s setup.
  • Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) correctly to ensure quality and safety.
  • Sort assembled uppers, bottom components, and lasts correctly to prepare for the next production stage.
  • Follow written instructions carefully to meet all job requirements.

Mastering these skills helps you create well-constructed shoes that meet quality standards and satisfy customer needs in the footwear trade.

Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Identify shoe construction methods from sample shoes

Foot Wear Production · Level 5
Footwear Construction
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 3 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Identify and record the construction methods used in three different shoe samples, noting key features and dimensions as per the provided samples.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Magnifying glassSample shoes with different construction methods
Measuring tape
Pen
Notebook
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Sample shoes with different construction methods3 Pcs per Candidate
2Magnifying glass1 Pc per Candidate
3Measuring tape1 Pc per Candidate
4Pen and notebook1 set per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Inspection and identification of shoe construction methods
Candidate wears appropriate PPE before handling samples
(Award 2 marks for correct PPE usage, zero if not)		2
Candidate carefully inspects each shoe sample using magnifying glass
(Award 4 marks for thorough inspection of all samples)		4
Candidate measures relevant shoe parts (e.g., sole thickness, stitch spacing) accurately
(Award 4 marks for accurate measurements within ±1 mm)		4
Candidate records observations clearly and legibly in notebook
(Award 3 marks for clear, complete, and legible notes)		3
Candidate correctly identifies the construction method of each shoe (e.g., cemented, welted, moccasin)
(Award 7 marks for correct identification of all three methods)		7
Sub-Total20
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Recorded construction methods match the actual methods of the samples
(Award 10 marks for fully correct identification, zero if incorrect)		10
Sub-Total10
GRAND TOTAL30
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Classification of Shoe Construction Types

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

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Classify 5 sample shoes by their construction types and record the findings in a report sheet 210mm x 297mm as per the provided classification chart.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Magnifying glassSample shoes of different construction types
Measuring tape 1500mmClassification chart of shoe construction methods
Pen and notebook
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Sample shoes of different construction types5 Pcs per Candidate
2Classification chart of shoe construction methods1 Pc per Candidate
3Magnifying glass1 Pc per Candidate
4Measuring tape 1500mm1 Pc per Candidate
5Pen and notebook1 set per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Preparation and PPE
Candidate wears appropriate PPE (e.g., closed shoes, gloves if required)
(Award 2 marks for wearing all required PPE correctly, else zero)		2
Sub-Total2
TASK 2: Identification and Measurement
Candidate inspects each shoe sample using magnifying glass
(Award 1 mark per shoe sample inspected carefully using magnifying glass)		3
Candidate measures key components relevant to construction type (e.g., sole thickness, welt width)
(Award 1 mark per shoe sample with relevant measurement recorded)		3
Sub-Total6
TASK 3: Classification and Reporting
Candidate correctly classifies each shoe sample into correct construction category
(Award 1 mark per correctly classified shoe, zero if incorrect)		5
Candidate records classification results legibly and accurately in report sheet
(Award 4 marks for a complete, neat, and accurate report)		4
Sub-Total9
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Report sheet contains classification of all 5 shoes with correct construction types
(Award 1 mark per correctly documented shoe classification)		5
Measurements recorded are consistent with shoe construction features
(Award 3 marks if all measurements align correctly with classifications)		3
Report is neat, legible, and complete with no missing data
(Award 3 marks for overall presentation and completeness)		3
Sub-Total11
GRAND TOTAL28
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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🔒Assemble shoe components using cemented construction methodPractical 6
🔒Identify advantages and disadvantages of shoe construction methodsPractical 7
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Am I competent?

At the start of this chapter we promised you would be able to:

  • Clearly identify job requirements based on the specifications of the shoe’s bottom components.
  • Accurately match shoe uppers, bottom components, and lasts according to the job specifications.
  • Fit toe puffs and stiffeners precisely following the job’s detailed instructions.
  • Properly use shoe construction tools, machines, and equipment according to your organization’s setup.
  • Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) correctly to ensure quality and safety.
  • Sort assembled uppers, bottom components, and lasts correctly to prepare for the next production stage.
  • Follow written instructions carefully to meet all job requirements.

Tick each one you can genuinely do.

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