The Technician Class License is the entry-level ham radio license in the USA. The next step up is the General Class License which provides operating privileges on the high-frequency bands. If you want to work the world with ham radio, you should seriously consider going for the General license.
The Tri-Lakes Monument Radio Association is offering a blended (online and in-person) license class to assist you in moving up to General. The class starts on Nov 6th and will have five sessions: two in-person sessions in Monument, CO plus three online sessions via Zoom. The final session is in-person and includes the FCC exam. (Complete schedule listed below.)
The General License provides access to regional and worldwide communications on the HF bands via ionospheric skip, greatly expanding operational capabilities!
• Upgrade from Technician to General Class radio privileges
• Pass your FCC General Class amateur license exam Nov 20
• Live equipment demonstrations and activities
• Learn to operate on the HF bands, 10 Meters to 160 Meters
• Gain a deeper understanding of radio electronics and theory
• Take the next step with antennas, amplifiers, digital modes
The registration fee is $30 ($20 for those under 18 years of age). In addition, students must have the required study guide: HamRadioSchool.com General License Course,
Third Edition, effective 2019 – 2023, $24.95. A current FCC Technician License is required for registration.
More information and registration page here: https://w0tlm.com/radio-classes/general-registration
For questions, email: bob@k0nr.com
Schedule
Session 1, Sat Nov 6, 1-5 pm: In-Person, Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce Meeting Room, Monument, CO. Ch.Ø-3 instruction
On-Demand Video Lesson (online video at your convenience). Ch.4 instruction
Session 2, Tue Nov 9, 6-7 pm: Live Zoom meeting. Ch.1-4 review and Q&A
Session 3, Thur Nov 11, 6-8:15 pm: Live Zoom meeting. Ch.5 instruction
Session 4, Sat Nov 13, 1-5 pm: Live Zoom meeting. Ch.6 instruction
Session 5, Sat Nov 20, 1-5 pm: In-Person, Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce Meeting Room, Monument, CO. Wrap-up, review, VE Exam session.