The fast track to your technician class ham radio license by. The fast track to mastering extra class ham radio math is a workbook supplement to the extra class program for those who, like the author, find the advanced math of the extra class exam to be, shall we way, extra challenging. Take a look at these resources on the internet, which can help you. Every exact question and answer that will appear on the technician class written theory exam you will take for your entry level ham license is contained in this new, 8th edition of technician class. It will become effective for all technician class license examinations starting on july 1, 2018. Thank you for the videos for the technician class ham license. Includes the latest question pool with answer key, for use july 1, 2018 to june 30, 2022. Novice the novice class operator license is for persons who have passed the. Jan 10, 2018 the new technician license question pool contains 428 questions.
This cd set is an excellent companion to gordos 2018 technician class study manual for indepth classroomstyle. How to get technician ham radio license chapter 1 t2. The ves give examination credit for the license class currently held so that examinations required for that license need not be repeated. Nichols, kl7aj, pete trotter, kb9smg, karin thompson, k0rtx, jim massara, n2est on. Click on book image to order directly from the w5yi store now. It gives the holder the privilege of broadcasting on all vhfuhf amateur bands, and a few privileges for broadcasting over hf bands shortwave radio. If you want to earn your technician class license, this. The new technician license question pool contains 428 questions. Gordon west technician class amateur license book 20182022. If you are getting ready to take your technician class ham radio license exam, i highly recommend getting this book in audio form and ebook or paper form. Two months after that, on march 9, 2019, i earned my amateur extra license. Apr 23, 2020 during the class we will discuss and explain some of the key topics you will need to pass the test.
There are 10 subelements, t0t9, and the full exam consists of questions from each subelement and from each of the topic groups within each subelement. The easiest way to learn ham radio, prepare for your exam, and really get it. That novice license lapsed two years later on 4221977. The test is multiple choice and the other study guides take you through the 426 possible questions including all four answers for each question.
Most new amateur operators start at the technician class and then may advance to the general class or amateur extra class operator license. Im glad youre interested in studying and taking that first step to get your amateur radio license. These privileges include the very popular 2meter band. Fully illustrated with photos and diagrams to aid learning. Tere is still much to learn, and to get the most out of amateur radio, you will. To get a eeneral class license, you must pass another 35question test. Technician class 201418 fcc element 2 radio license preparation 8th edition by gordon west author, wb6noa author, eric p.
If you want to earn your technician class license, this technician license study guide is definitely for you, regardless of your background. The entrylevel license, known as technician class, is awarded after an applicant successfully completes a 35question multiple choice written examination. However, the videos encouraged me to believe learning the material was something i could do and enjoy doing as well. Fcc radio license exam preparation book for the 20142018 element 2 technician class question pool. After a 42 year absence, on january 12, 2019, i earned my technician and general class amateur radio. However, the videos encouraged me to believe learning the. You will learn everything you need to know to get your technician class amateur radio license. Take a look at these resources on the internet, which can help you achieve your first amateur radio license.
Amateur radio technician class license test easy way ham books. This is the book to get for passing the fcc technician class amateur radio license. This video series introduces you to how and walks you through the arrl ham radio license manual. All the ham radio test questions are organized in a simple and logical format that. When you pass your exam, youll receive your first amateur radio license and fcc call sign. The test is multiple choice and the other study guides take you through the 426 possible questions. The ncvec question pool committee hereby releases into public domain the 20182022 technician, element 2, question pool. The license grants full operating privileges on all. The license grants full operating privileges on all amateur bands above 30 mhz and limited privileges in portions of the high frequency hf bands. Every exact question and answer that will appear on the technician class. I encourage you to get a head start on class with this home study course. When you start passing the practice exams, you know youre ready for the real thing. The fast track to your technician class ham radio license. Heres a new approach to passing the technician class test.
This book is intended to be a comprehensive study guide to assist the test taker in passing the element 2 technician class exam in the united states of america. It has lots of ham hints practical operating tips for the new operator. Online ham radio technician license class my off road radio. Text book the text for this course is the arrl ham radio license. Additional resources to supplement your preparation are. Get your ham radio license, upgrade your license, or learn to work hf and dx the easy way. Te test covers basic regulations, operating practices, and electrical and electronics theory. It comes complete with audio so you can either read at your own pace, or listen and read along, or listen while you are working on other things. Novice the novice class operator license is for persons who have passed the 5 wpm telegraphy examination, but only the first part of the written examination formerly required for the technician class. A new way to study heres a new approach to passing the technician class test. An instructors guide for using the gordon west 20142018. Gordon westss technician class book contains everything you need to learn to be become a licensed amateur radio operator. Technician license class the wvara will be holding a technician license class beginning on tuesday evening, september 8, 2020.
Earning your technician class license requires passing a 35 question multiple find an exam near you. Effective july 1, 2018 and valid through june 30, 2022 for license exam preparation. Use this book, and pass the 35question license test. General is certainly more challenging than technician, but the fast track to your general class ham radio license explains the reasoning and technology behind each correct answer on the general class exam so youll understand and remember the subject matter. By studying our yellow cover technician class book, listening to the audio cd, and using this homestudy material, youll be ready to get on the air faster than you think. Nononsense technician class license study guide for tests given. He holds the top amateur extra class ham license, along with first class general radiotelephone certificate with radar endorsement. Amateur radio licensing in the united states wikipedia. Sep 06, 2018 here is the introduction to the updated tech license. No nonsense technician class exam flash cards kb6nus ham. W5yi training resources gordon west radio school 714549. The test is multiple choice and the other study guides take you through the 426 possible questions including all four. The technician license test consists of 35 questions drawn from a pool of about 350. Ham radio exam courses and practice tests ham radio license.
Online ham radio technician license class this course will prepare you for the amateur radio technician license exam that is administered by your local volunteer examiners. The technician class test is a written exam, consisting of 35 multiplechoice questions. Fcc technician class exam study guide 20142018 wikibooks. That workbook is available only in paperback, from, with supporting videos on. The technician license comes with complete uhf and vhf privileges typically used for relatively local. Tis manual will help you get your license, but getting your license is only the beginning.
It has lots of ham hints practical operating tips for. The arrl general class license manual, 7th edition. To get a technician class license, you must take a test with 35 multiplechoice questions and answer 26 questions correctly. Use the arrl ham radio license manual, 4th edition, as your textbook to help you pass the technician class. All the ham radio test questions are organized in a simple and logical format that makes getting your ham radio license or upgrading to the next level fast and easy. The class is specifically designed to give you the skills needed to pass the fcc element 2 exam. A technique for measuring signal strength of an amateur transmitter via the internet. We cost about the same as the ham radio license manuals, and we provide a lot more. My technician class study manual includes many web addresses for further student study after class. For all you teachers out there, make sure you update all your presentation material, get new books when the become available and be ready for the new question pools come july 1, 2018. By studying my yellow cover book technician class, and using this homestudy material and the audio cd, youll also be ready to get on the air. No nonsense technician class license study guide audiobook. Andy goes through the entire question pool covering every possible question you could see on an exam.
Memorizing the answers to over 400 questions is difficult, but the fast track makes getting your. Education, fun answer explanations have key words highlighted to help you learn and remember important aspects of ham radio. Technician plus class operator licenses will also be converted to technician class when modified to show a vanity call sign. This class prepares individuals who do not currently hold an. If you have done nothing more than balance a checkbook since middle school math and you have replaced the batteries in an electronic toy, you are overqualified to pass the technician license exam with help from this book and web site. Gordon west, wb6noa, has been a ham radio operator for more than 50 years. Please purchase and read through the gordon west technician class book before the class and write down any questions or difficult subjects you happen upon.
Ham radio technician class practice test updated 2020. Here is the introduction to the updated tech license. By studying my yellow cover book technician class, and using this homestudy. Gordos famous oneonone class room style instruction on 4 audio cds with trackbytrack users guide.
Technician license the fcc technician exam element 2 consists of 35 questions, you are required to get over 75% 26 out of 35 for a passing grade. I watched all of them before obtaining the book, so i know that was out of order. Youll learn the privileges of the technician class license as you study this book. We cover the first chapter of the book, which has lots of good background material about ham radio.
With a technician class license, you will have all ham radio privileges above 30 mhz. Technician class license prep andy vallenga, ke4gkp, has put together a fantastic series of free video study guides listed below for the technician license exam. If youve made the decision to open up your ham radio world by going for the general class license, great. Includes the latest question pool with answer key, for use beginning july 1, 2018. Memorizing the answers to over 400 questions is difficult, but the fast track makes getting your license easy by explaining the logic behind each correct answer, and by arranging the questions so they form a logical progression toward mastery of the material. Intended for all newcomers, instructors and schoolteachers. The authorship of the exams is entrusted to a committee within the national conference of volunteer examiner coordinators and the exam is provided on their website as a public. Sep 08, 2018 this is the second video in the series how to get your tech ham radio license. The fast track to mastering extra class ham radio math is a workbook supplement to the extra class program for those who, like the author, find the advanced math of the extra class exam to be, shall we. Use this book, and pass the 35question technician class license test. A technique to connect amateur radio systems, such as repeaters, via the internet using voice over internet protocol. The technician license comes with complete uhf and vhf privileges typically used for relatively local communication, and some limited access to the hf bands and the rest of the world. Amateur radio service federal communications commission.
It can be read in a short time and, if read once or. Technician class 201418 fcc element 2 radio license. Gordon west technician class manual covers fcc question pool effective july 1. During the class we will discuss and explain some of the key topics you will need to pass the test. Knowing morse code is no longer required to get this license, nor any class of. After a 42 year absence, on january 12, 2019, i earned my technician and general class amateur radio license, on the same day. Jul 01, 2018 when you start passing the practice exams, you know youre ready for the real thing. This is the second video in the series how to get your tech ham radio license. The entrylevel amateur radio license is the technician class license. No nonsense technician class kb6nus ham radio blog. When you pass, youll receive your first amateur radio license and fcc call sign. The nook book ebook of the no nonsense technician class license study guide. May 01, 2018 20182022 technician class gordon west, wb6noa, eric j.
General is certainly more challenging than technician, but the fast track to your general class ham. The ves give examination credit for the license class currently. By studying our yellow cover technician class book, listening to the. The arrl ham radio license manual sbp ham radio course. The fcc technician license exam covers basic regulations, operating practices and electronics theory, with a focus on vhf and uhf applications.
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