The fast track to your general class ham radio license book. The general class license is the second of three us amateur radio licenses. The resource is currently listed in in a single category. All of gordos training materials are sold by leading ham radio dealers. A few weeks ago i passed my technician class exam, and now i am studying for general. Use this book, and pass the 35question license test. Ham amateur radio general class study guide for mobile. Manual for technician class, general class, and amateur extra class by ham radio study guide team 2015, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. Amateur radio operators also known as hams can make friends in their local area, across america, and even all. Once you have been assigned a call sign you can trade it in for a specific 1by3 format call sign meaning one letter, either k, n or w, one numeral zero through nine and three suffix letters of your choosing under the new vanity call sign system.
The ham radio study guide manual for technician class, general class and amateur extra class this book comes in at number four on my list. If youve made the decision to open up your ham radio world by going for the general class license, great. General class frequency privileges in ham radio dummies. The ncvec question pool committee hereby releases into public domain, the 20192023 fcc element 3 general class question pool to be effective july 1, 2019 for examinations in the amateur radio service. Three types of licenses for ham radio operators are being granted today. The exam covers fcc law, ham radio operating procedures focused on the general class privileges, some more advanced electrical and radio wave propagation science, and safety. If youve made the decision to open up your ham radio world by going for the general class license, use the program used by thousands of hams to get and upgrade their ham licenses. Amateur radio study guides category is a curation of 15 web resources on, official w1ul ham cram website, chelmsford amateur radio society courses, coax publications inc. Upgrading to a general licensewhich conveys extensive hf privilegesonly requires passing a written examination. The main category is amateur radio study guides that is about amateur radio study guides. The american radio relay league arrl is the national association for amateur radio, connecting hams around the u. Earning your general class license requires passing a 35 question multiplechoice exam, usually administered by a local ham radio club.
Each new call sign is assigned sequentially using the sequential call sign system, which is based on the alphabetized regionalgroup list for the licensees operator class and mailing address. If you want to upgrade from your technician class, look no further. He also holds the highest fcc commercial operator license, the first class general radiotelephone certificate with radar endorsement. It gives every question and answer, with hints and cheats to help you remember. By taking progressively more challenging exams, you gain access to more frequencies and operating privileges. The arrl general class license manual for ham radio book summary. Click on book image to order directly from the w5yi store now. Get 1 on 1 with gordon west in the new general class book and audio theory course. This audio program is a companion product to the e book and print editions, which contain 100s of illustrations. Every exact question and answer that will appear on the technician class written theory exam you will take for your. Upgrading to a general license american radio relay league. Soon, if you havent done so already, youll be thinking about upgrading.
Prepare for your ham radio general class license with amateur radio flashcards, amateur radio practice tests, and explanations for ham radio questions. Jul 01, 2018 excellent athome companion to gordos general class license study manual order above. Your howto guide to become a ham ham radio, or amateur radio, is a way to talk with people around the world in realtime, or to send email without any sort of internet connection. After you pass a specific test level, called an element, you have permanent credit for it as long as you keep your license. 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.
The novice license was introduced in 1951 with a simple 20question test and 5wordsperminute code exam. In fact, just as with the technician set of videos, it is the course. At long last the general class videos are finally here. The arrl general class license manual has all you need to pass your. The content on the prepper journal is provided as general information only. Every question and answer is woven into the story and identified in bold print. Most new amateur radio operators start at the technician class and then may advance to the general class or amateur extra class. It covers the updated questions that the examiners started using as of july 1, 2019. With the many changes continually made by the fcc to amateur radio rules there is a. To upgrade to general class, you must already hold a technician class license or have recently passed the technician license exam.
I am and i have a friend that wants to get his license too so i will recommend your books and videos to him. You can do all of this and more with just the entrylevel amateur radio license, technician class. The ves give examination credit for the license class currently held so that examinations required for that license class need not be repeated. General class license manual american radio relay league. How to pass the ham radio exam the prepper journal. The powerpoint presentations below were prepared for a six week technician course based on the arrls now youre talking book. The general class license is the middle level of amateur radio licenses and has. Youll find it here in our extensive collection of books, videos, manuals, guides, and reference materials. Can she out class the killer before an innocent person takes the fall. The nononsense, general class license study guide resource. The fast track to your general class ham radio license explains the reasoning and theory behind each correct answer on the general class exam so youll understand and remember the subject matter. Covers all fcc general class exam questions july 1, 2015 until june 30, 2019 fast track ham license series. Buck is an active instructor and a volunteer examiner. Either way, this general class license manual web page is intended to act as your study.
Gordon west training resources from the w5yi group. If youd like me to call you back, make sure to include your phone number. Luckily i also found an active and supportive amateur radio club a few miles from my home. Amateur radio general class license test easy way ham books. Dec 17, 2019 ham radio general class practice test. The arrl amateur ham radio license manual for the general class. General class amateur radio book 20192023 walcott radio. Hacking the general and extra exams from n7smi hamstudy. The newest edition of the general class amateur radio operators license study book from gordon west. With that, on my first try on the arrl site, i got 91% on the technician, 91% on the general, and 80% on the ae sample exams. The fast track to your extra class ham radio license. The arrl general class license manual for ham radio, level. West is known for making the subject easy to learn, and simple to understand. 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.
All the exam questions with answer key, for use beginning july 1, 2019. Find our sectionbysection quizzes and learning supplements here for the technician license course book and for the general license course read more. While studying the arrl general class license manual to prepare for your exam you may find that you need a bit more background to fully understand a topic. The questions and answers are also available in many of the study books. Hes been named elmer trainer of the year by the rappahannock valley amateur radio club three times and has successfully led many students through this material. Gordon west technician class manual covers fcc question pool effective july 1. All operators are required however, to use the minimum amount neccessary to maintain effective communications. The fast track to your general class ham radio license explains the reaso. He is considered the best author for ham license material for these reasons. Originally, the license was good for a single year, at which point the novice. This is the latest prep book for the general class ham radio license exam. The station is reassigned its same call sign upon renewal or modification.
Gordon west has been a ham radio operator for more than 50 years, holding the top extra class license, call sign wb6noa. This page contains all the formulas needed for the general class ham radio license exam. Whether youre an amateur radio newbie or a seasoned dxer looking for new challenges, weve got the right publication for you. The arrl general class license manual arrl general class license manual for the radio amateur. Its going to be handy as a radio shack reference book as well. Created by an experienced ham and adult educator, its like having your own, patient, experienced, goodhumored mentor for the exam. Posted august 31st, 2018 by stu turner in uncategorized.
Since the general class license is a little more difficult than the technician, i would recommend getting this book from your local library and reading it. If youre unsure if you should buy the gordon west or aarl ham radio license books, here is my take. This site has information on a variety of topics that may be useful to you. These questions from the beginning chapters of the. Amateur radio operators also known as hams can make friends in their local area, across america, and even all over the globe. I wasnt happy with the session i recorded in spring of 2016, so i had to wait until. Gordon westss technician class book contains everything you need to learn to be become a licensed amateur radio operator. Anyone who has successfully earned the fcc technician class license can now take the next step to general class license exam success with help from this book and web site. Powerpoint presentations ham radio instructor resources. Use the arrl ham radio license manual, 4th edition, as your textbook to help you pass the technician class. The fast track to your general class ham radio license. This study guide contains over 380 test questions, with answers, from a. Pass your amateur radio general class test the easy way book. This study guide for ham amateur radio operators is for the general class.
The arrl general class license manual arrl general class license manual for the radio amateur only 1 left in stock order soon. The arrl general class license manual for ham radio, isbn 9780872598119, 9781625950307 be sure to get the 8th edition, which is valid starting 1 july 2015 is a mandatory adjunct to this course. 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 20192023 general class question pool requires 1 diagram figure g71, also released as part of the question pool. Although the book is self study, sometimes its helpful to have a guide. Nononsense general class license study guide audiobook by. That workbook is available only in paperback, from, with supporting videos on. Effective july 1, 2019 through june 30, 2023 for study. In addition i read fcc section 97, which i strongly suggest doing.
Get your ham radio license, upgrade your license, or learn to work hf and dx the easy way. You have many more frequencies to use on the highfrequency hf bands, as shown in the following table. The arrl has done an outstanding job keeping this book current with the latest exam questions. Maximum power output is 1500 watts pep unless otherwise noted. These questions from the beginning chapters of the book wont be on the test, but file these factos in. Thank you for visiting our gordon west radio school website.
Maybe youll just be curious and want to know more detail. Getting a ham radio license can open up a whole new world of discovery, community, friendship, and public service. This is a 3part session that took some time to edit. All ham radio regulations are listed in the code of federal regulations cfr, specifically part 97 of title 47. This link is listed in our web site directory since thursday jan 15 2009, and till today the nononsense, general class license study guide has been followed for a total of 3679 times. Amateur the arrl general class license manual spiral bound the arrl general class license manual the arrl general class license manual for ham radio, level 2 general class license mastery. If you have a problem with your order, or a comment about my study guides, or just want to talk about ham radio in general, the easiest way to contact me is by email. Studying for the general license american radio relay league.
Technician class lesson 1 ppt technician class lesson 2 ppt technician class lesson 3 ppt technician class lesson 4 ppt technician class lesson 5. Who can become an amateur radio operator in the united states. General class ham license online help for your self study. Dave casler has put this site up as a collection point for info that doesnt fit on his website, mostly motorcycling and ham radio. Getting the general class license give you access to almost all of the long distance frequencies, assuming you have the equipment for it. Pdf the arrl ham radio license manual download read. The arrl general class license manual arrl general class.
Your youtube ham radio videos are excellent, and your website articles are also very informative. Are you in search of guidance or digging for indepth information. Amateur call sign systems federal communications commission. It provides a way to keep in touch with friends and family, whether they are across town or across the country. The arrl general class license manual for ham radio, level 2.
Teaching technician 1 day class, general 2 day class and extra 3 day class license classes using training materials i have developed. Ncvec public domain release 20192023 general class pool. Manual the arrl general class license manual for ham radio, level 2 general class license mastery. The fast track to your extra class ham radio license explains the reasoning and technology behind each correct answer on the exam so youll understand and remember the subject matter.
The first part is an narrative of the authors ham radio experience. Andy, thank you so much for the very helpful videos, i also used your book the ham whisperers technician class license course they were both a big help along with a little help from. The station is reassigned its same call sign upon renewal or modification of its. Nov 08, 2016 at long last the general class videos are finally here. A ham with a general class or higher license administered the exam. The arrl general class license manual arrl general class license manual for the radio amateur arrl inc. Formulas on the general class ham radio license exam. I add blog entries on interesting things, such as new ham radio stuff, cool places to visit in the colorado san juan. Below are some of the important points that are spelled out in reference to general rules that ham radio operators must follow. The arrl general class license manual for ham radio, level 2 american radio relay legaue, ward silver on. Teaching arrl emcomm class with a power point presentation i have written 212 day class wrote and presented twenty plus one hour technical talks for local ham radio clubs available from the author. Today, he holds an amateur extra class radio license.
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