Basic Laser Cutting

Come learn how to use one of the fastest and most useful modern prototyping tools, the laser cutter.

Come learn how to use one of the fastest and most useful modern prototyping tools, the laser cutter. This one hour introductory workshop will show you how to use our Epilog Fusion 60W laser cutter to quickly make projects out of cardboard, acrylic, wood, and various other approved materials. No prior knowledge or experience needed.

This workshop will cover basic equipment operations, safety procedures, material selection, and interfacing with Adobe Illustrator to execute jobs. Participants will get to practice the entire workflow and discuss capabilities and limitations of the machine. Basic navigation and generation of simple objects in Adobe Illustrator will be demonstrated in addition to the workflow of adjusting laser settings according to the job type and material.

Please note this workshop will NOT go into depth on how to use the Adobe Illustrator or related design software.

If it is your first time at Inworks please arrive 15 minutes early to go over basic lab practices and sign our Terms of Use.

Access to Inworks Prototyping Lab

We provide the facilities to turn good ideas into great realities. Whether you are a student, researcher, or someone looking to learn new skills, we welcome you to join us. Participants in our workshops gain access to Inworks for the duration of the workshop.

Currently our lab and prototyping equipment are free to access and open to the Denver community in compliance with our Inworks Terms of Use and posted safety rules. Lab staff must certify your competency on specific machines before you may use them. Our workshops are designed to teach you these skills quickly.

If you’d like to work in our space regularly, please drop in for Basic Safety and Badging session at your convenience. You do not need a badge to take workshops, but it is required to drop into the space and work during our open lab hours.

You can learn more about us at inworks.ucdenver.edu, and we’d be happy to answer any questions you have after your workshop.

Remember, all participants are required to read, sign, and adhere to the Inworks Terms of Use and all posted safety rules.

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FAQs

1. What is student pricing?

Any student currently enrolled in an Inwork course is eligible to participate in workshops for free. Inworks students should choose "Inworks Student" from the ticket options.

Students, researchers, and educators from any institution are offered our workshops at a highly subsidized rate. This includes any students not currently enrolled in Inworks courses. Please select "Student/Researchers/Educators" ticket and status will be confirmed at the event. Please be sure to bring a valid ID from your institution.

Everyone else - from startups to hobbyists - please select "Community".

2. Are there any clothing/safety requirements?

Closed-toe shoes must be worn and long hair must be pulled back.

3. When does registration close?

Registration will close when the event has reached capacity or at the start of the event. If less than 3 people have registered 24 hours prior to the event, the event is subject to cancellation and a full refund will be issued.

4. Is there a minimum age requirement?

Minors must be pre-approved and have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Anyone under 16 must have a parent or guardian present.

5. What pre-requisites are required to attend this workshop?

Pre-requisites are different for each workshop and are identified in the above description.

6. What if I don't see the workshop I was hoping to take?

If you do not see a workshop, simply request one here.