DIPLOMA IN FOOTWEAR TECHNOLOGY (DFT)

Course Aim:

The aim of the programme is to create manpower in the field of footwear production, design and merchandising to fulfill the demand of the rapidly growing international and domestic business. The emphasis of programme is on inculcating the knowledge and skill about the latest technology and modern practices, which are relevant to the industry to compete in the international market.

Course Structure:

The three years programme comprises of four common semesters in which the emphasis is given on concept and skill building in various areas of design, manufacturing technology and developing the overall personality. In the final year students are offered specialization in Production Technology or specialization in Design/Merchandising. The specialization is given on the basis of their performance and aptitude.

Course Contents:

Product Knowledge, Material Foundation, Design Foundation, Cutting Foundation, Closing Foundation, Component Foundation, Lasting Foundation, Basic Economics, Communication, Math & Statistic, Basic Science, Ergonomics, Principal of Management, Personality Development, Computer Science, Cutting, Closing, Component, Lasting, Finishing, Pattern Cutting & Designing, Lab Testing, Supervision, Community Development, Marketing, HRM, Organization Behaviour, Project Management, Production Operation Management, Productivity Management, Merchandising, Polymer Technology, Production Planning & Control, Sports Shoe Technology, TQM, Pattern Engineering for various constructions & Range Building, Basic Creative Designing, Product Costing, Visual Merchandising, CAD/CAM Operation etc.

Career Prospects:

The Indian corporate along with MNCs have made it possible to look forward to exciting career opportunities across the board i.e. Planning, Quality, Product Development, Merchandising, Designing, Range Building, Category head etc. The program has an impeccable track record of 100% placement in top business houses in Footwear and allied industry.