We often find that custom parts are necessary for our success. With the resources that we have available, it is common for our team to create our own parts in the laser. Students working towards this specialization will be able to set up material in the machine, program the machine, and be aware of all the safety risks involved.

• SAFETY
• Earn CAD Specialization at the Skilled level
• Knows how to load material into the Laser
• Understands our file naming conventions
• Demonstrate the ability to zero the xy and z axis.
• Demonstrate how to select and start a file on the machine.
• Be able to cut stock to the right size.
• Know how to properly turn on and off the machine
• Know how to run programs (flat or with the rotary tool).

• Earn CAD Specialization at the Independent level
• Be able to arrange and program parts using InkScape and Epilog Job Manager.
• What are speeds and power and why are they important?
• Be able to export an onshape drawing as an svg. (Should this be in the CAD section, instead?)
• Prepare files for flat stock cutting/engraving using InkScape and Epilog Job Manager.
• Prepare files for rotary tool cutting/engraving using InkScape and Epilog Job Manager.
• Know the materials that can be cut or engraved in the laser

• What factors are used to determine the speeds and power of a cut?
• Design files specifically for the laser (both flat and for rotary tool)
• Demonstrate the ability to teach untrained individuals to prepare for skilled-level laser specialization.
• Run programs unsupervised