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This is an amazing program that can be used as a tool to reform previous school based projects and help students better understand CAD as well as CAD based drawing and measuring.

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"Easy to use CAD system providing a single source of truth for files and drawings and a CAD solution that sensible includes PLM as part of the design instead of an afterthought."

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Onshape is a product development platform that brings together all the tools needed to develop a product from conception to production.

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For teachers that have access to Laser Cutting tools at their work. It is a simple and easy to learn software that can assist in enhancing student projects or even to develop new projects that include laser etching or cutting shapes into a variety of different materials (hardware dependant).

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Maximum flexibility

Seats

Install on up to three computers

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Be sure that LightBurn will work for you with our unrestricted 30 day trial period.

Make some things on us. Have fun - this is the full deal, no watermarks, no limits.

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LightBurn laser engraving and cutting software for personal and professional laser cutters.

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A powerful software tool for creating gcode read by 3D printers. Orca gives a professional layout that receives regular updates in an easy to learn and use by students and teachers.

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Orca Slicer is a free 3D printing slicer created by SoftFever, based on Bambu Studio. It translates the printing instruction into G-code to produce high quality prints. While it looks similar to Bambu Studio, it's different because of its advanced features, like premade printer profiles for many popular 3D printers and automatic calibration tools.

In 3D printing, a program is needed to translate the instructions into G-code, a language that printers follow. Here, the Orca plays its role by perfectly translating your instructions to produce high-quality results from the printers. Orca slices the digital 3D model into layers and generates detailed instructions for the printers.

What is Orca Slicer?

Orca Slicer is a free, open-source software that translates printing instructions into G-code, providing detailed instructions for 3D slicing and printing. This printing slicer combines features from other slicing software like Bambu Studio and SuperSlicer to improve the 3D printing process. It converts digital 3D models into G-code, slices the model into horizontal layers, and defines the tool paths, adjusting the printing settings to produce fine-tuned prints.

At first glance, Orca Slicer seems similar to Bambu Studio unless you use it for advanced projects. For example, you can use its AI error detection feature when handling larger projects with multiple print jobs. It has an auto-update mechanism to ensure users are always using the latest version. But despite the advanced features, it is still user-friendly, flexible, and compatible.

Key Features

Advanced Slicing Algorithm

AI Errors Detection Tools

Calibration Tools

Wide Compatibility

Multi Plate

Seam Feature

Precise wall

Download Orca Slicer [Latest Version]

Orca Slicer || v2.3.0 || 86.2 MB

For Windows

Operating System: Windows 7 or newer

Processor: Intel Core i3 or similar

Memory: At least 4 GB RAM

Graphics: Compatible with DirectX 11

Storage: 500 MB of free space

Size: 86.2 MB

For Mac (arm 64)

Operating System: MacOS 10.13

Processor: Intel Core i3 or similar

Graphics: GPU compatible with Metal

Memory: At least 4 GB RAM

Storage: 500 MB free space

Size: 134 MB

For Linux (older-distros)

Processor: Intel Core i3 or comparable

Memory: 4 GB RAM

Graphics: Supports OpenGL 3.2

Storage: 500 MB of available space

Size: 108 MB

For Linux (newer-distros)

Download OrcaSlicer Nightly Builds

For Linux (newer-distros)

What's New

In the latest version of the Orca software tool, it can now integrate with Obico, a platform for managing 3D printers remotely. With Obico, you can now access and control your 3D printer right from within Orca Slicer. Here's what you can do with the Obico integration:

Alerts for failed prints: You'll get notifications if a print fails, and the system can pause or stop prints automatically if issues like spaghetti failure are detected.

Orca Slicer also integrates with other interfaces like Klipper (Mainsail and Fluidd) and OctoPrint to send models and control your printer over Wi-Fi through the Device Tab feature. With these updates, you can manage your 3D printing projects much more conveniently and efficiently.

How to Download and Install Orca Slicer? [Complete Guide]

You can download this advanced 3D printing tool on your Windows, Linux, and Mac. Each version's minimum requirements differ, but the installation process for Windows, Linux, and Mac is the same.

Download Steps

If you want to download the Windows version of Orca Slicer, click on the Windows version button.

Similarly, you can download the Linux or Mac version by selecting the respective buttons for your desired operating system.

Installation Step

The Windows file is downloaded in .exe format. Just run it and follow the installation steps.

For MacOS, open the .dmg file and move Orca into the Applications folder.

On Linux, you can either run the.AppImage file directly or execute it through the terminal before running it.

Launch Orca Slicer​

After you finish installing Slicer, go ahead and open the program.

Running it for the first time will prompt you to set it up for your specific 3D printer and select your login region. [Don't worry, the setup wizard will guide you through each step to choose and configure your printer correctly]

How to use Orca Slicer? [Getting Started]

Using Orca Slicing software is straightforward, and it offers many features to help you get the best results for your 3D printing projects. Here's a simple guide to help you through the process:

1. Setting Up Your Printer

Orca slicing software is compatible with many printers and includes many pre-set profiles. If you are using a popular printer, then you will surely find a ready profile to set up.

Configure Filament Settings: The next step is about selecting and configuring the filament. Whatever filament you choose, this slicer automatically sets other settings like print speed and the temperature of the nozzle according to the chosen filament. You can adjust the settings by yourself. You can also get help from preset profiles for different brands and types of filaments to get started easily.

Enable Wireless Connectivity: You can connect Orca directly to the Bambu Lab printer via Wi-Fi to send your G-code files to the printer without using an SD card or USB cable.

2. Slicing and Printing

Create a New Project: Once your printer is set up, you can start slicing your first model. Click on "New Project" and drag your 3D model file into the slicer window. This model will be automatically placed on the build plate, and you can resize or rotate it if needed.

Adjust Settings: You can adjust how you slice the model using the options on the left side of the screen. The default settings will be displayed, and you can either accept them or customize them by changing the layer height, infill density, and print speed.

Slice Your Model: If you are completely satisfied with your settings, click the "Slice Plate" button in the top right. Orca will process your model, and once it's done, you can preview the G-code. This preview shows how the printer will move layer by layer to double-check everything before printing.

Send Your File to the Printer: After slicing, you can export the G-code file to an SD card and insert it into your printer, or if your printer is connected to OctoPrint, Klipper, or Bambu Lab, you can send the file directly via Wi-Fi. If you have Orca Slicer linked to Obico, you can even monitor your printer's progress from anywhere, even if you're not on the same network.

Why Choose Orca Slicer?

Orca stands out among other slicing software because of its user-friendly interface, extensive features, and support for a wide range of printers. Here's a simple comparison of Orca Slicer with other popular slicers like Cura, Prusa Slicer, Bambu Studio, and Super Slicer.

Feature

Orca Slicer

Cura

Prusa Slicer

Bambu Studio

Super Slicer

Conclusion

Orca Slicer is a versatile and advanced tool for 3D printing lovers. It can convert 3D models into precise G-code, integrate with various 3D printers, and provide advanced options like AI error detection and customizable settings to stand out in the crowded market of slicing software.

The open-source nature of Orca is under continuous community-driven improvements to keep it up to date with the latest advancements. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced user, Orca software provides the tools needed to achieve high-quality prints efficiently.

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Download the latest version of Orca Slicer for free to prepare 3D models for printing. Get fine-tuned prints with Ocra's calibration tools and AI algorithm.

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OnGuard is a useful tool for teachers to create, track and incorporate safety education into the classroom. An easy to manage software that allows teachers to track their students progress and understanding of safety as they complete pre-made modules curated on a per-class basis.

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Preventative in nature, Protective in practice, Proactive by design

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F1 in Schools is a fantastic STEM based challenge that can deepen students knowledge and understanding of the popular C02 race car project that has been offered in classes Australia wide for decades. Highly engaging and predominantly student driven, F1 in Schools is a fantastic opportunity for students to learn and develop 21st Century skills as well as collaborative, project based learning skills.

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One of the largest STEM programs in the world

The F1 in Schools STEM Challenge™ is the world's foremost student competition for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

Each year more than 17,000 schools in 51 nations take on the challenge of developing the world's fastest miniature F1 car. Here in Australia approximately 22,000 students are involved each year with over ten times that being exposed to the program and having access to the same classroom technology used by the students to design and build their cars.

Established in Australia in 2003, the F1 in Schools STEM Challenge is multi-faceted and multi-disciplined. It is about much more than cars, although the idea of being involved in car design has proved to be a powerful means of attracting even the most uninitiated students to discovering more about STEM.

Mimicking the world of a Formula One team, groups of students have to follow a pathway of engineering and manufacturing disciplines: design, analyse, test, make and race. They are provided with access to real-world technology such as 3D CAD/CAM/CAE engineering design software and soon become proficient in areas such as Coding, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Finite Element Analysis.

This program also aims to develop skills in problem solving, project management, communication, presentation, teamwork, innovation, self-promotion, collaboration, marketing and entrepreneurialism - which are clearly identified as aiding in the transition through high school... in demand by industries the world over... and not impacted by disruptive technologies.

F1 in Schools STEM Challenge is the most holistic STEM program in the nation.

The stories we can tell about the success of our students are remarkable. Many students engaged in F1 in Schools are offered employment by industry before completing their studies. We have had students head hunted by the Airbus Design Centre in UK and others taking up roles in Formula One teams. To say that having F1 in Schools in your resume is an advantage to attracting a highly rewarding vocation is an understatement.

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LATEST NEWS: OUR 2020 STATE FINALS ARE GOING VIRTUAL. FOR MORE INFORMATION REFER TO OUR SUPPLEMENTARY REGULATIONS WITHIN THE RESOURCES TAB. The F1 in Schools STEM Challenge™ is the world's foremost student competition for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Each year more than 17,000 schools in 51 nations take on the challenge of developing the world's fastest miniature F1 car.

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The source for the Australian curriculum (K-10)

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The Australian Curriculum, Version 9.0 sets the expectations for what all young Australians should be taught, regardless of their background or where they live.

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QCAA's site for ITD specific curriculum information for unit planning

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Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority

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Acknowledgment of Country

The QCAA Acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands in which we operate. We pay our respects to their Elders and their descendants who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. We thank them for sharing their cultures and spiritualities and recognise the important contribution of this knowledge to our understanding of this place we call home.

Artwork by Chern'ee Sutton

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The QCAA Acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands in which we operate. We pay our respects to their Elders and their descendants who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. We thank them for sharing their cultures and spiritualities and recognise the important contribution of this knowledge to our understanding of this place we call home.

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Use this link to get to the assesment and reporting framework for K-12 in QLD. remember to use the live document as this can be updated at any time.

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K–12 curriculum, assessment and reporting framework

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The K–12 curriculum, assessment and reporting framework specifies the requirements for each Queensland state school in delivering the curriculum from Kindergarten to Year 12.

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A very useful document for the cognitive words and the explanations as taken from QCAA. Great for unit planning.

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Some more generalised planning resources for subjects other than ITD.

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Great resource that Mr K has found, would definitely have a place in my classrooms moving forward!

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Mr K has found a gem, did not know this existed!

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Woody has found a great resource to help students learn the ins and outs of OnShape

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Mike has found a great resource for teaching design principles

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I love Kahoot, it is a very useful tool as a teacher to gather information while still keeping students engaged in learning.