B.S. in Fiber & Polymer Science

The Fiber and Polymer Science major is concerned with polymer science, especially as it pertains to the physical, chemical, and structural properties of fibers and fabrics, and to textile dyeing and finishing. All students in this major are required to take a common core of course work in chemistry, physics, and mathematics coupled with social sciences-humanities courses, and depth subject matter in fiber and polymer science, statistics, and technical writing. The major prepares the student for a career in fiber and polymer-related areas, including research and development, technical service/marketing, production, quality control, and science teaching (on completion of an additional year in the teaching credential program). Graduates are prepared to enter the graduate program in Textiles or Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry with a specialization in fiber and polymer chemistry at UC Davis, and Textiles Science or Fiber and Polymer Science graduate programs at other universities.

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