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Technician License Course: Understanding License Regulations and Privileges

Learn about licensing authority, FCC rules, emergency communication capabilities, radio advancement, and operator training in this comprehensive module for obtaining a Technician license. Get insights into amateur service definitions, licensing process, operator privileges, and license renewal requirements.

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Technician License Course: Understanding License Regulations and Privileges

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  1. Technician License Course

  2. Technician License Course Chapter 7 Lesson Plan Module – 15 License Regulations and Privileges

  3. Section 1 – License Rules

  4. Section 1 – License Rules • Licensing authority for Amateur Radio

  5. Section 1 – License Rules • Licensing authority for Amateur Radio • Federal Communications Commission

  6. Section 1 – License Rules • Licensing authority for Amateur Radio • Federal Communications Commission • FCC rules published in Part 97 of Title 47 – Code of Federal Regulations.

  7. Section 1 – License Rules • Licensing authority for Amateur Radio • Federal Communications Commission • FCC rules published in Part 97 of Title 47 – Code of Federal Regulations. • Usually referred to as “Part 97”

  8. Why Is There Ham Radio? (Part 97.1)

  9. Why Is There Ham Radio? (Part 97.1) • Providing emergency communication capability.

  10. Why Is There Ham Radio? (Part 97.1) • Providing emergency communication capability. • Advancement of the art and science of radio.

  11. Why Is There Ham Radio? (Part 97.1) • Providing emergency communication capability. • Advancement of the art and science of radio. • Advance communication and technical skills of radio.

  12. Why Is There Ham Radio? (Part 97.1) • Providing emergency communication capability. • Advancement of the art and science of radio. • Advance communication and technical skills of radio. • Provide a trained reservoir of operators, technicians and electronics experts.

  13. Why Is There Ham Radio? (Part 97.1) • Providing emergency communication capability. • Advancement of the art and science of radio. • Advance communication and technical skills of radio. • Provide a trained reservoir of operators, technicians and electronics experts. • Promote and enhance international goodwill.

  14. Some Definitions

  15. Some Definitions • Amateur Service – no pecuniary interest (private and personal, non commercial).

  16. Some Definitions • Amateur Service – no pecuniary interest (private and personal, non commercial). • Amateur Operator – the person holding authorization (license) to operate an Amateur Radio station.

  17. Some Definitions • Amateur Service – no pecuniary interest (private and personal, non commercial). • Amateur Operator – the person holding authorization (license) to operate an Amateur Radio station. • Amateur Station – equipment capable of transmitting on frequencies authorized for Amateur Service.

  18. The Amateur License

  19. The Amateur License • No age limit or citizenship restrictions.

  20. The Amateur License • No age limit or citizenship restrictions. - One exception – foreign representatives

  21. The Amateur License • No age limit or citizenship restrictions. - One exception – foreign representatives • License actually contains two parts.

  22. The Amateur License • No age limit or citizenship restrictions. - One exception – foreign representatives • License actually contains two parts. - Operator license

  23. The Amateur License • No age limit or citizenship restrictions. - One exception – foreign representatives • License actually contains two parts. - Operator license - Station license (the call sign)

  24. The Amateur License • No age limit or citizenship restrictions. - One exception – foreign representatives • License actually contains two parts. - Operator license - Station license (the call sign) • Three levels of operator privileges: Technician, General, Amateur Extra.

  25. Licensing Examinations

  26. Licensing Examinations • Volunteer Examiners (Ves)

  27. Licensing Examinations • Volunteer Examiners (VEs) • Volunteer Examiner Coordinators (VECs)

  28. Licensing Examinations • Volunteer Examiners (VEs) • Volunteer Examiner Coordinators (VECs) • Preparation

  29. Licensing Examinations • Volunteer Examiners (VEs) • Volunteer Examiner Coordinators (VECs) • Preparation - Study the content

  30. Licensing Examinations • Volunteer Examiners (VEs) • Volunteer Examiner Coordinators (VECs) • Preparation - Study the content - Question Pool

  31. Licensing Examinations • Taking the exam

  32. Licensing Examinations • Taking the exam - Proctored exam

  33. Licensing Examinations • Taking the exam - Proctored exam - Multiple choice

  34. Licensing Examinations • Taking the exam - Proctored exam - Multiple choice - What the fee pays for

  35. License Term and Renewal

  36. License Term and Renewal • The license is free and good for 10 years.

  37. License Term and Renewal • The license is free and good for 10 years. • Renewable within 90 days of the expiration date.

  38. License Term and Renewal • The license is free and good for 10 years. • Renewable within 90 days of the expiration date. • Some personal identification information is required.

  39. License Term and Renewal • The license is free and good for 10 years. • Renewable within 90 days of the expiration date. • Some personal identification information is required. • Tax ID (Social Security Number).

  40. License Term and Renewal • The license is free and good for 10 years. • Renewable within 90 days of the expiration date. • Some personal identification information is required. • Tax ID (Social Security Number). • Current Mailing Address.

  41. License Term and Renewal • The license is free and good for 10 years. • Renewable within 90 days of the expiration date. • Some personal identification information is required. • Tax ID (Social Security Number). • Current Mailing Address. • Federal Registration Number (FRN).

  42. Responsibilities of Licensure

  43. Responsibilities of Licensure • Prevent unauthorized operation of your station.

  44. Responsibilities of Licensure • Prevent unauthorized operation of your station. • Provide personal information as required

  45. Responsibilities of Licensure • Prevent unauthorized operation of your station. • Provide personal information as required - Keep a current mailing address on file.

  46. Responsibilities of Licensure • Prevent unauthorized operation of your station. • Provide personal information as required - Keep a current mailing address on file. • Make your station available for FCC inspection upon request.

  47. FCC ULS Web Site

  48. FCC ULS Web Site www.wireless.fcc.gov/uls

  49. FCC ULS Web Site www.wireless.fcc.gov/uls • Register for on-line access to your license information.

  50. FCC ULS Web Site www.wireless.fcc.gov/uls • Register for on-line access to your license information. • Make changes to your address and other information.

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