This classroom module will give students "an overview of the materials used in Additive Manufacturing printers, including the properties, process, Strength, production time, uses, post processing requirements and relative cost for use." At the end of the lesson, students will have a general understanding of the materials and processes utilized in additive manufacturing, as well as which materials and processes are appropriate for 3D printing. The lesson is intended to be delivered in lecture format and should take approximately 1 hour. Evaluation questions are included, and the information can be adapted for students from late middle school through early community college education.