This module introduces students to the world of materials processing and characterisation, focusing on polymeric, metallic and ceramic, with relation to microstructure, properties, applications, and performance of the materials. Students are exposed to the idea of creating and how to produce the new materials with enhanced properties for advanced applications on an industrial scale. In addition, students will be trained to characterize materials' properties in accordance to ASTM standards. Students will also learn how digitalization is enabling a reinvention of manufacturing.