SAFT USA Module 2.1: Materials

Wednesday 11th October 2017

This module looks at the key materials and components used in footwear. Starting with leather, various different animal types are reviewed, including bovine, sheep and goat, and some of the less common varieties. It considers the structure of leather and how this affects its properties and aesthetics. Also, the various stages of the tanning process and tanning types are explained.

Different types of synthetic uppers are covered, with this module describing the structure of PUCFs, PVCFs and synthetic suedes, and the key properties of these materials.

Woven and knitted textiles and their basic structures are also examined.

The key characteristics of a wide variety of soling materials are explained. This includes their relative performance properties, as well as an overview of their manufacture and suitability for different footwear types.

Key footwear components are discussed, including the most common types of insole and box toe/counter materials.

Other components are also reviewed, such as slide fasteners, touch and close fasteners, elastics, and threads.

SAFT course costs (quoted in British pounds)

There is a variable cost per module, depending on how many modules the delegate attends. If someone attends just one module, the cost will be GBP 1125 (1 x GBP 1125). If a delegate attends all 6 modules, the cost will be GBP 5,250 (6 x GBP 875).

1 or 2 modules: GBP 1125 per module
3 modules: GBP 1000 per module
4 modules: GBP 945 per module
5 or 6 modules: GBP 875 per module

However, modules 2 and 4 consist of two separate parts and so a delegate may attend only one of the days. Therefore, the cost would be as the example below:

Example 1 – A delegate takes 2 half modules – that would count as one module and be GBP 1125.

Example 2 – A delegate attends 3 ½ modules, this would count as 4 modules and the cost would be (3 x GBP 945 + a ½ module at GBP 482.50) = GBP 3,307.50.

SAFT examinations

After completing the modules, the delegate may take the examinations to gain SAFT accreditation.

Examinations are held twice a year (normally in February and August), and can be at either SATRA UK or at mutually agreed locations around the world.

To gain the accreditation, the delegate must take examinations in five out of the six modules (including the core modules) at a cost of 95 GBP per module.

Details

• Location: Doubletree Hotel, Danvers, MA, USA
• Email: James Corton
• Phone: +44 (0) 1536 410000
• Sector: Footwear

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