21/03/2014
Leather Technology is a branch of engineering which deals with synthesis, production and refining of leather. Leather technology is taught in various engineering institutes in India as well as abroad. Leather technology teaches complete methodology for conversion of leather from raw hides and skins of animals.
Core Subjects
• Biochemistry of proteins
• Principles of Pre-Tannage
• Analytical Chemistry of pre-tanning materials
• Biotechnology of leather manufacture
• Mechanics of Leather Machines
• Methods of leather manufacture
• Post tanning operations
• Analytical Chemistry of Post Tanning & Finishing agents
• Methods of leather manufacture
• Analytical chemistry of leather
• Footwear and leather goods technology
Courses
In designing and production:
• Bachelors course in Leather Technology (B.Tech)
• Masters course in Leather Technology (M.Tech)
• B. Sc in Leather Technology
• Diploma courses
In the field of designing:
• Bachelor of Design
• Design & Product management
• Certificate in Shoe Design & Pattern Design
• Diploma in Footwear Manufacture Design
• Fashion Design in Leather Apparels & Accessories
• Footwear & Retail Management
Institutes in India
• Harcourt Butler Technological Institute, Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh)
• Government College of Engineering & Leather Technology, Kolkata (West Bengal)
• College Of Leather Technology, University of Calcutta, Calcutta (West Bengal)
• Algappa College of Technology, Chennai (Tamil Nadu)
• Bharati Institute of Technology, Chennai (Tamil Nadu)
• K.A.R. Polytechnic College, Vellore (Tamil Nadu)
• N.I.FT. , New Delhi
• Kashmir Government Polytechnic , Srinagar (J&K)
• Footwear Design & Development Institute, Noida
• IGNOU, School of Engineering & Technology , New Delhi
• Central Footwear Training Institute (Uttar Pradesh)
• Northern Institute of Fashion Technology Mohali (Punjab)
• Karnataka Institute Of Leather Technology, Bangalore (Karnataka)
• Prannath Parnami Institute of Footwear Design & Technology (Haryana)
Employment Opportunities
There are ample of opportunities in the industry in India as well as abroad. There is more demand for trainee than the supply. Hence, a good academic record in addition with proper training about the industry can be very helpful for the graduates. Those passing out from prestigious institutes get managerial positions in leather firms, export houses and government organizations. Leather technologists/designers find employment, specifically with the footwear, leather garments and leather products industries. Designers are also employed by leather garment production houses and boutiques. Established designers also hire young designers to work under them. Teaching is another avenue that can be explored. Leather technologists can work as lectures in universities/institutes.
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