Textile Science Durban University of Technology

Overview

Description of the Program

During the first two years of study, students learn a broad range of manufacturing routes including the manufacture of the main fibre types, the principle yarn manufacturing processes, and the knitting, nonwoven, and woven fabric manufacturing routes, the chemistry and processing associated with the principle dyeing, printing, and finishing stages of manufacture. In the final year students specialize in either the ‘wet’ or the ‘dry’ side of the industry.

The Dry side covers a range of specialized manufacturing processes, including the principle yarn manufacturing methods and woven fabric manufacturing routes and product engineering.

The Wet side covers the chemistry and processing associated with the dyeing, printing, and finishing stages of manufacture, as well as colour physics and polymer chemistry. In addition, this qualification includes other important areas of knowledge, such as textile testing, product development, and some management content.

Graduates of the Textile Science program at Durban University of Technology would be able to display scientific knowledge and technical qualities appropriate to the manufacturing environment and demonstrate environmental responsibilities.

Career opportunities

Excellent opportunities exist in various divisions within textile manufacturing and associated companies such as planning production, fabric development, marketing, and quality control departments as well as major fashion retail stores and government sectors. Promotion routes after further study and work experience may in due course lead to senior appointments in production and marketing areas of the manufacturing industry, Clothing industry, Sales person and Advisor.