Textile Engineering is a specialized branch of engineering that deals with the design, production, and development of fibers, fabrics, textiles, and textile-based products. It involves the study of various aspects related to textiles, including fiber properties, textile manufacturing processes, textile chemistry, and textile product design.

In Textile Engineering, students learn about different types of fibers, such as natural fibers (like cotton, wool, silk) and synthetic fibers (like polyester, nylon, acrylic). They study the properties and characteristics of these fibers, including strength, durability, elasticity, and comfort. Textile engineers also study various textile manufacturing processes, such as spinning, weaving, knitting, dyeing, printing, and finishing. They learn about the machinery, equipment, and techniques used in these processes to convert fibers into fabrics and textile products.

Career opportunities for textile engineers can be found in textile manufacturing companies, fashion and apparel industry, research institutions, textile testing laboratories, and government agencies. They can work in roles such as textile engineer, textile product developer, quality assurance specialist, textile technologist, or technical consultant.