Master of Science in Textile Engineering

Interim Dean, School of Design and Engineering: G Cromarty, 215.951.2596 Phone, Cromartyg@ PhilaU.edu

Program Director: Brian George, Ph.D., 215.951.2782 Phone; 215.951.2651 FAX; georgeb@PhilaU.edu.

Campus Location: Main Campus

Degree Program

M.S. in Textile Engineering

This program is intended to develop the graduate student’s knowledge in the advanced fields of textile science and engineering. Students with undergraduate education in the fields of textile engineering, textile chemistry and textile sciences, and those with undergraduate experience in engineering or materials technology are welcome to pursue this program. The wide range of textile engineering courses will prepare the student to make significant contributions in either advanced textile manufacturing technology or textiles material science. The carefully integrated educational offerings at the University enable the student to be exposed to a wide range of professional education possibilities. A capstone experience is provided during the final semester.

Foundation Courses

The foundation courses, required by a student, will be determined at the time of admission by the program director.

COURSES (27 Credits)

Students choose nine courses from the selection below, after consultation with their graduate advisor.

TXE601

Fiber and Yarn Studies

TXE613

Characterization of Fibrous Materials

TXE621

Mechanics of Materials

TXE622

Mechanics of Textiles

TXE624

Advanced Textile Composites

TXE625

Biomaterials Technology

TXE713

Coloration and Finishing Studies

TXE721

Analytical Methods

TXE751

Advanced Woven Structures

TXE752

Advanced Knitted Structures

TXE753

Advanced Nonwoven Structures

TXE754

Industrial and Specialty Fabrics

TXE755

Advanced Yarn Studies

TXE759

Product Evaluation

TXE762

Textile and Apparel Operations Management

TXE783

Advanced Chemistry of Fibrous Materials

TXE790

Quality Management

 

TXE791

Internship

TXE797

Selected Topics

TXE798

Independent Study

Thesis

9 Credits

TXE941

Research Thesis

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 36 Credits