The academic content and curriculum of the Textile and Carpet Machinery Associate Degree Program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required in the textile machinery industry. This program focuses on topics such as design, operation, maintenance and repair of textile machinery and offers a broad perspective to students who aim to pursue a career in this field.
The curriculum usually consists of two main parts: Core courses and applied courses. Foundation courses provide students with an overview of the fields of engineering and technology. These courses are usually related to the basic sciences such as mathematics, physics and computer science and provide students with the ability to understand and solve engineering problems.
Applied courses focus more on textile machinery and technologies. In these courses, students learn the design, operation and maintenance of various textile machines. The courses focus on different types of machinery used in the textile industry such as spinning machines, weaving and knitting machines, dyeing and finishing machines. In addition, students study the mechanical and electronic systems, automation and control techniques of these machines in detail.
The curriculum also includes topics such as quality control, production management and occupational health and safety. These courses provide students with the necessary skills to carry out operations in the textile industry efficiently and safely.
To enable students to gain real-world experience, the program often includes internships and workshops. These practical applications provide opportunities for students to consolidate their theoretical knowledge and gain skills to work in an industrial environment.
Textile and Carpet Machinery Associate Degree Program gives importance to the development of soft skills such as problem solving, teamwork and communication as well as technical skills. These skills increase graduates' chances of finding a job and being successful in the sector.