E-Fabrication · Unit 05
Laser Safety + Vector Thinking
Laser Cutting · 2 xTool laser cutters
Today’s challenge
Learn adult-only operation, line types, simple paths, and safe material rules.
Grade 3 focusTrace and simplify bold shapes, use teacher templates, and test one slot size.
Grade 5 focusCreate measured vector files, compare kerf/slot tests, nest parts, and justify assembly choices.
Success example · inspiration, not a design to copy
Look closely. What makes this successful?
Only safe materials and approved files reach the machine; an adult operates the laser.
What to do
- Understand. Read the challenge. Circle the important need, rule, or safety limit.
- Plan. Use the thinking spaces below before you begin making.
- Make. Build, model, code, practice, or investigate carefully with your team.
- Check. Use evidence—not guesses—to decide what worked.
- Improve or explain. Make one useful change or share your strongest conclusion.
Engineer’s thinking
1. What did you notice?
2. What rule, need, or problem matters today?
3. Draw or describe one example.
Evidence check
Show what you learned.
Your teacher will look for: A completed safety check and a simple vector-path practice page.
My evidence
My next step
Exit reflection
Today I learned that because .
Next time I will .
How independently did I work?□ I needed coaching□ I worked with my team□ I can teach this skill