How to Become Laser Certified

1. Schedule an in-person training on Calendly
2. After the training, you will be able to schedule a certification test. Please plan to practice before taking your test.
3. Practice using the laser cutter during open hours (M-F 12a-7p). Ask a TA to log you in, and check with a TA before sending any jobs to the laser cutter
4. Return for your certification test. See the checklist below to be sure you are ready.

Laser Certification Expectations

Certified Laser users are able to run the Universal Laser Systems laser without TA assistance. Certified users are responsible for:

• running the laser safely
• using materials responsibly and efficiently
• keeping the laser cutter and the area around it tidy
• putting all accessory tools away
• shutting the laser and ventilation down completely when finished

Laser Checklist to review for your certification and for training new users:

In Corel Draw

New File Settings

[ ] RGB

[ ] 24 x 12”

File Setup

Cut lines are [ ] red and [ ] hairline

Etch lines are [ ] blue and [ ] hairline