Designing a Textile Curriculum for the 1990s: A Rewarding Challenge

Abstract

The field of textile science and engineering has played a key role in bringing about one of the major technological transformations known to mankind, the computer revolution. Computers are rapidly changing the present-day textile scene, and, if the field of textiles is to continue to play a leadership role and also harness the benefits of the technological advancements, it should build on a strong foundation of talented scientists and engineers who can lead, develop, and manage the technical enterprises of the future. The influence of computers and information technology on the textile plant of the future is discussed. The necessary skills and knowledge that the textile professional should possess for successfully operating in such an environment are assessed. On this basis, a broad outline of the textile curriculum for the 1990s is proposed.