Laser Creations: Designing and Producing a Custom ID Tag
Lesson Focus
Using vector-based graphic design software and an Epilog Laser cutter/engraver, students will learn to design and produce their very own custom backpack/luggage tag.
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Objectives
Introduce students to:
- How CO2 laser cutters/engravers work.
- Recognizing laser compatible materials.
- Basic graphic design concepts necessary to successfully design for laser engraving and cutting.
Anticipated Learner Outcomes
Students will be able to:
- Create simple raster and vector designs to create real-world products with the laser.
Lesson Activities
Understand how laser engraving/cutting systems work, as well as common laser-friendly materials. Students will be able to utilize graphic design software to create simple engraving/cutting projects.
Resources / Materials
- https://youtube.com/epiloglaser (videos of Epilog Laser cutters/engravers in action)
- https://www.epiloglaser.com/resources/sample-club.htm
Alignment to Curriculum Frameworks
Curriculum alignment sheet is included in PDF.
source: [http://tryengineering.org]
Sponsored Lesson Plan
This lesson was provided by Epilog Laser. In business since 1988, Epilog Laser has worked hard to become the leader in the laser engraving, cutting and marking industry. We are innovators. We are problem solvers. We are committed to designing and manufacturing the highest-quality laser systems, right here in our Golden, CO headquarters.
