The Leatherwork course focuses on the techniques, aesthetics and business of leather goods manufacturing.
Candidates are also expected to demonstrate their knowledge in the use and maintenance of the materials, tools and
equipment involved. Leather Goods require candidates to demonstrate their knowledge and skill on the production of
footwear, bags and other leather goods.
SCHEME OF EXAMINATION
There will be three Papers:Papers 1, 2 and 3 all of which must be taken. Papers 1 and 2 will be taken at one sitting.
Paper 1:Will consist of forty multiple choice objective questions to be answered within 60 minutes for 40 marks.
Paper 2:Will consist of six essay-type questions, out of which candidates will be required to answer four within
2 hours for 60 marks.
Paper 3:This practical paper shall be called Leather Craft and it is a compulsory paper that seeks to evaluate
the practical ability of candidates in designing and production of functional leather goods, based on
inspiration from the environment and culture.
The paper, which will last for 4 hours for 100 marks, has 3 (three) alternatives (A, Band C) and candidates are
to attempt one only. The question paper shall be given to candidates two weeks before the actual date of
examination. This is to enable candidates make necessary preparation. However, the project shall be
executed in the examination hall, under the supervision of an Examiner to be engaged by the West
African Examinations Council (WAEC). Candidates are expected to present preliminary sketches and
notes enunciating the rationale behind design and production. It should be noted that Schools are expected
to provide the necessary materials, tools and equipment for this Paper.
DETAILED SYLLABUSDETAILED SYLLABUS
The examination will cover all aspects of the teaching syllabus, both the theory and the practical sessions, and shall
include the following:
| S/N | CONTENTS | NOTES |
|---|---|---|
1.INTRODUCTION TO LEATHER CRAFT | a.Meaning of Leather craft. b.Importance of Leather craft. c.Preparation of Leather. d.Types of Leather goods or products. | |
2.FOOTWEAR MANUFACTURING | a.Components of footwear. b.Differences between men's and ladies' shoes. c.Materials, tools and equipment for footwear design and production. d.Pattern cutting. e.Clicking, skiving and folding. | |
3.LEATHER GOODS | a.Types of leather goods. b.Functions of leather goods. c.Influence of social habits, fashion and price on the design and production of leather goods. d.Design illustration and pattern making. |
| S/N | CONTENTS | NOTES |
|---|---|---|
5.SEWING MACHINES | 6.LEATHER: CODING, OXIDATION AND FINISHING | 7.THE BUSINESS OF LEATHER DESIGN AND PRODUCTION |
4.MATERIALS, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT | a.Materials, e.g. leather, fabric, rubber, adhesives, etc. b.Tools, e.g. knives and slicers, hammers, mallets, punches, c.Equipment, e.g. sewing machines, sole trimmer, leather cutter, d.Description, use and care of tools and equipment. e.Safety measures in leather goods production | a.Types and functions of sewing machines. b.Operation of sewing machines. c.Stitch formation / stitching. d.Methods of stitching. |
7.THE BUSINESS OF LEATHER DESIGN AND PRODUCTION | a.Location b.Funding c.Purchasing and supplies of materials d.Pricing / negotiation e.Merchandising f.Advertising / publicity g.Marketing and selling h.Fund management. |