The W. Clair Harris Apparel and Textile Center includes next generation equipment, classrooms, a lecture hall and student personal computer labs. Southern Polytechnic faculty members have extensive industrial experience in manufacturing and consulting engineering. The experienced faculty offer individual attention in small classes. The small class size also provides students easy access to state-of the art systems and equipment. The industrial connection Apparel and textile industries are closely tied to the program.
Industries provide program funding, student scholarships and lab equipment.
They also sponsor plant visits and guest lecturers. Companies help students earn while they learn. They sponsor students, paying fees while providing work experience.