You’ll learn to produce a wide range of products, including upholstery for furniture and wearable garments. You’ll also work with a variety of fabrics—from durable nylons to fine leathers.
Introduction to Industrial Sewing is designed to give you a solid foundation in the basic skills and techniques needed to become an industrial sewer. You’ll receive training in manufacturing concepts, tools, safety procedures, and the communication skills essential for working in a professional sewing environment. The course places emphasis on machine operation, setup and maintenance, threading, and sewing techniques such as straight lines, corners, curves, and welts.
By the end of the course, you should be able to confidently set up and operate a range of industrial sewing machines.
Furniture Technology Institute
Where Craft Meets Comfort: Master Upholstery & Industrial Sewing for a Skilled Future!
Cost
(Scholarships are available.)
Registration Fee – $187
Courses currently on the schedule:
Education Pathway
Many trainees have experience from sewing at home. Industrial sewing is much different but the skillsets are similar. Basic training can be obtained from on the job experience or through training courses at vocational schools and community colleges. Most employers prefer to hire high school graduates.
Mission Statement:
The mission of Vocational and Technical Services is to offer quality, accessible career and workforce development classes that are short-term in nature, and to prepare students with the knowledge and skills necessary for employment, development and advancement in the workforce.