Laser – Basics

Issued by Sacred Heart University

The earner of the Epilog Laser – Basics badge has completed the online training session, passed the online quiz, and completed an in-person training, demonstrating their ability to use the laser to cut and engrave materials as well as create simple designs in CorelDRAW.

Type Validation
Level Foundational
Time Hours
Cost Free

Skills

Digital Fabrication
Laser Cutting
Makerspace
Prototyping

Earning Criteria

Complete online training for Epilog Laser - Basics and watch online training videos.
Complete the provided online quiz and score 100% on all questions.
Attend and complete an in-person training session, demonstrating novice proficiency in using the Epilog Laser machine. This includes creating a simple design involving cutting and engraving and demonstrating proper safety protocols for using the Epilog Laser. An IDEA Lab facilitator must also give the user certification in order for the user to be able to use the Epilog Laser freely.