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| − | + | ::* June 27 ARRL FIELD DAY | |
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*Sessions are often held at the QC Cafe, 567 Rt 519, Belvidere NJ 07823 [https://mapsengine.google.com/map/edit?mid=z_rM7O81tjic.kgP6Kh9e2HZw (Map Here)] but may be moved with notice to an alternate location. | *Sessions are often held at the QC Cafe, 567 Rt 519, Belvidere NJ 07823 [https://mapsengine.google.com/map/edit?mid=z_rM7O81tjic.kgP6Kh9e2HZw (Map Here)] but may be moved with notice to an alternate location. | ||
Revision as of 22:54, 14 January 2015
Obtaining your Amateur (HAM) Radio License
- We hope you decide to pursue your Amateur License. It opens a life time of enjoyment and discovery.
- You can visit www.helloradio.com or The FCCfor more information.
- All Amateur License Tests are multiple choice, based on the approved NCVEC Question Pools.
- Technician Class Exam
- 2014-2018 NCVEC Tech Pool
- 35 Questions
- Passing score of 26
- General Class Exam
- 2011-2015 NCVEC General Pool
- 35 Questions
- Passing score of 26
- Amateur Extra Class Exam
- 2012-2016 NCVEC Extra Pool
- 50 Questions
- Passing score of 37
- We are happy to accommodate testing sessions for those with functional needs by special arrangement. Please contact us directly to discuss how we can facilitate a test session.
VE Team Accredidation
- VE's or Volunteer Examiners are average hams who have agreed to be impartial proctors on behalf of the FCC, and who are registered with a VEC.
- The 721st MCB VE Team is accredited thru the Laurel ARC VEC.
- As such, we are happy to continue their tradition of offering Amateur Radio Exams to all free of charge since 1984.
Logistics
NEW for 2015---Exam sessions will be the 3rd Thursday of the month.
- 2015 Dates:
- Jan 15
- Feb 19
- March 19
- April 16
- May 21
- June 27 ARRL FIELD DAY
- June 28 ARRL FIELD DAY
- Jul 16
- Aug 20
- Sept 17
- Oct 15
- Nov 20
- Dec 17
- 2015 Dates:
- Sessions are often held at the QC Cafe, 567 Rt 519, Belvidere NJ 07823 (Map Here) but may be moved with notice to an alternate location.
- Please register in advance via exam@wc2fd.com or 424-272-1622
What to bring to an Exam Session:
- Photo ID
- Basic Calculator
- Pen/Pencil and blank scrap paper
- Your FCC FRN# or SSN
- Photo Copy of any existing Amateur Radio license or CSCE
- Optional- Complete NCVEC Form 605, Section 1: print 2 copies, and bring them to your test session. DO NOT SIGN until instructed to do so at the Test Session.
Study Materials
Good study references in addition the the ARRL or Gordon West books (Amazon.com is a good source) include:
License Study Guides (courtesy of KB6NU)
We tell most people they are ready for the exam when they consistently score over 85-90% on the practice tests.
Questions?
Please let us know if you have any questions, or require any assistance preparing for your exam.
73,
721st Mechanized Contest Battalion VE Team
