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- Live high frequency equipment demonstrations, including emergency communications.
- Dipole antenna construction plus mobile antenna demonstrations.
- Multiple choice examinations with no Morse code test required.
- Learn how to put up “hidden” wire antennas to work the world!
- Discussions on which equipment to purchase and not get stuck with bad junk.
- Learn high frequency net operating etiquette and procedures, with live equipment.
Ham radio operators provide valuable communications in an emergency. Many cities throughout the country use ham radio operators to support Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training and actual call-outs. This six-session class will feature live ham radio equipment for everyone to learn how to operate the worldwide bands. With homework between sessions, spend a few weeks learning to get on the exciting world wide bands by passing your amateur radio Element 4 Amateur Extra Class examination.
Classroom Dates for 2024:
Contact Steve Kuver, K6UVR for more information
Location:
Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center, 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
Costs:
FREE instruction
Required Materials:
Gordon West 2016-2020 Extra Class FCC Element 4 (~$25)
ISBN-13: 978-0945053866
Registration:
Registration opens 3 weeks prior to session, and is required by completing the form below.
Sponsor:
South Orange Amateur Radio Association (www.soara.org)
Questions?:
Steve Kuver, K6UVR@soara.org (Education Director)
Heiko Peschel, AD6OI, ad6oi@soara.org (949)859-3868
Homework:
Combined Study Guide (Gordon West) Obsolete, but still good information.