Bachelor of Applied Science (Textile Technology)
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
About
The Textile Technology programs at RMIT will ensure you are work-ready as a textile technologist for a range of industries including fashion apparel (sportswear and performance), design, medical, industrial textiles, automotive, furnishing, enviromental, and interior industries in Australia and overseas.The program combines technical knowledge and computer aided design (CAD) skills with exploration in design and creativity for the production of marketable products in textiles.
The science of textiles is integrated to provide a fertile ground for new discoveries and innovations, drawing together individual expertise and diverse ideas from varying fields.The program focuses on the theory and practical application in the areas of product development, product design, product engineering, global marketing and management in diverse areas of textiles.
You will build your expertise and knowledge of yarn, knitted, woven and non-woven fabrics and related processes, colour theory, dyeing and printing, product development, design and evaluation.Product development studies incorporate the latest computer aided design systems, which enable you to create, develop, trial and evaluate new product design in a simulated commercial environment.
Structure
All courses listed may not be available each semester.
Year One of Program:
Complete the following Eight (8) Courses:
| Course Title | Credit Points | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yarn Technology | 12 | MANU1079 | Brunswick Campus |
| Fabric Technology | 12 | MANU1081 | Brunswick Campus |
| Chemistry for Textiles | 12 | CHEM1233 | Brunswick Campus |
| Introduction to IT (For Textiles) | 12 | INTE1114 | Brunswick Campus |
| Textile Materials | 12 | PROC1061 | Brunswick Campus |
| Textile Colouration and Modification | 12 | MANU1447 | Brunswick Campus |
| Textile Mathematics | 12 | MATH2156 | Brunswick Campus |
| Textile Industry and Textile Manufacturing Economics | 12 | GRAP1270 | Brunswick Campus |
Year Two of Program:
Complete the following Two (2) Courses:
| Course Title | Credit Points | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-Woven Production | 12 | MANU2100 | Brunswick Campus |
| Industrial Textiles | 12 | MANU2102 | Brunswick Campus |
EITHER: Complete the following Two (2) Courses from Dyeing Elective sequence:
| Course Title | Credit Points | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dyeing and Finishing Technology | 12 | MANU1462 | Brunswick Campus |
| Printing and Finishing Technology | 12 | MANU1461 | Brunswick Campus |
Complete the following Two (2) Courses from Manufacturing Elective sequence:
| Course Title | Credit Points | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spinning Methods and Yarn Engineering | 12 | MANU2156 | Brunswick Campus |
| Textile Product Development and Engineering | 12 | MANU1099 | Brunswick Campus |
Select Two (2) of the following Textile Technology Elective courses:
| Course Title | Credit Points | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Stage Wool Processing | 12 | MANU1448 | Brunswick Campus |
| Knitwear Production | 12 | MANU1453 | Brunswick Campus |
| Weaving Production | 12 | MANU2031 | Brunswick Campus |
| Carpet Production | 12 | MANU1455 | Brunswick Campus |
| Dyeing Practices | 12 | MANU2030 | Brunswick Campus |
| Finishing Practices | 12 | MANU2029 | Brunswick Campus |
| Printing Practices | 12 | GRAP2006 | Brunswick Campus |
| Sportswear and Performance Textiles | 12 | MANU2158 | Brunswick Campus |
Select Two (2) courses from any:
ANDYear Three of Program:
Complete the following Seven (7) Courses:
| Course Title | Credit Points | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major Project (A) | 12 | MANU1459 | Brunswick Campus |
| Major Project (B) | 12 | MANU1458 | Brunswick Campus |
| Computer Aided Design and Computer Aided Manufacture (CAD/CAM) in Fashion and Textiles | 12 | MANU2092 | Brunswick Campus |
| Supply Chain Management | 12 | BUSM3149 | Brunswick Campus |
| Applied Management | 12 | BUSM3150 | Brunswick Campus |
| Textile Quality Management | 12 | BUSM1457 | Brunswick Campus |
| Fashion and Textiles Marketing | 12 | MKTG1170 | Brunswick Campus |
Select One (1) of the following Textile Technology Elective Courses:
| Course Title | Credit Points | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Stage Wool Processing | 12 | MANU1448 | Brunswick Campus |
| Knitwear Production | 12 | MANU1453 | Brunswick Campus |
| Weaving Production | 12 | MANU2031 | Brunswick Campus |
| Carpet Production | 12 | MANU1455 | Brunswick Campus |
| Dyeing Practices | 12 | MANU2030 | Brunswick Campus |
| Finishing Practices | 12 | MANU2029 | Brunswick Campus |
| Printing Practices | 12 | GRAP2006 | Brunswick Campus |
| Sportswear and Performance Textiles | 12 | MANU2158 | Brunswick Campus |
Entry requirements
Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 senior secondary certificate of education or equivalent.
For equivalents to Australian academic entry requirements, see the Country equivalents web page
Prerequisites
Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or at least 25 in any other English.
Selection tasks
Non year 12 applicants must submit a VTAC Personal Statement or direct applicant statement and include their reasons for wanting to study the course. Applicants should also detail any work experience when completing a VTAC Personal Statement or direct applicant statement.
English language requirements
A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0, or equivalent.
For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page
Learning outcomes
The RMIT Bachelor of Applied Science (Textile Technology) program is designed to develop a work ready textile technologist who will have the requisite skills and knowledge to succeed in the rapidly evolving fashion and textiles industry.
You will be prepared for employment through the development of leadership, problem solving and analytical skills. By analysing and applying logical and critical thinking you will have the knowledge to resolve a range of complex industry issues.
Upon graduation you will be able to:
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