| Course | Shoe Design and Pattern-Making |
Area |
SHOES & LEATHERWARE |
| Prerequisites | None |
| Length of course | From October to June |
| Time schedule | Twice a week, either 9:00-12:00 or 18:00-21:00 |
| Description | Anatomy of
the foot and of its stability. History of footwear and its up-dating. Fashion trends and panels for fairs. Collection charts for men’s and ladies’ shoes. Basic patterns for both, renewed by new trends. Technical records. Marketing. Study of raw materials: leather, fabrics. Shapes. Heels. Soles. Accessories. Consumption. Costing. |
| Complementary programs | Seminars and conferences by well-known professionals. Visits to industrial plants, fairs, fashion shows, participation in contests and exhibitions in Italy and abroad. |
| Examinations | At the end of the course. Students with 70% attendance rate, low grades and outstanding payments will not be admitted. |
| Qualification | Certificate quoting average marks by professors and examiners. |
| Professional openings | Independent designer. Footwear manufacturer. Designer’s studio. |