The new licence structure

The new licence structureFoundation Licence

Intermediate (A) Intermediate (B)

Full (A) Full (B)

Post WRC03If Morse is abolished

Foundation

Intermediate

Full

Foundation Syllabus

Based on an entry level to Amateur Radio

Course aimed at some 10 to 12 hours

Capable of being completed in a weekend

or run over several evenings

Intermediate Syllabus

Will consist of a practical elementand a theory element.

Practical is construction projectof candidates choosing


Almost complete

Anticipated in about 2 week time

Published in time for Pilot Courses

Intermediate SyllabusTimescales

Pilot Courses start in 4 - 6 weeks time

Course should last 20 - 25 hours depending on practical element

Aim for Go-Live date of 1 March 2003

there are still factors which could cause delay


Theory covers a little bit more than the Novice course,

but only a little.

Foundation Pass will be a pre-requisite

Intermediate Exam

Exam set by RA

Provided and marked on-site, on-demand

Exam provider out to tender,

decision in a couple of weeks.

40 Questions 1 hour - probably

Training Courses

Same Format as Foundation

Lead Instructor must be registered

RSGB is registration body on behalf of the RA

Existing “Novice” Instructors able to cover both Foundation and

Intermediate training

Training Courses

A registered instructor leads the course and may appoint deputies

Candidates register for training with an instructor and are given a “Record of

Achievement” card

Competencies signed-off as achieved

Full Licence

Syllabus will be reviewed during 2003 to minimise overlap with Intermediate.

Introduced early in 2004 when passes at Foundation and Intermediate level will

be pre-requisites to sit exam.


1. Nature of Amateur Radio

Know the various types of amateur licence. Foundation, Intermediate, Full

and recognise their call-signs.


2. Licensing Conditions

Operators, MessagesLocation and Identification

Unattended OperationLog, Apparatus

Licence, Licence Schedule


3. Technical Basics

Units of measurement and multiple/sub-multiple prefixes.

Simple circuit theory, Cells and BatteriesCapacitors, Inductors, Tuned CircuitsTransformers, Diodes and Transistors

Circuit Symbols, Measurements


4. Transmitters and ReceiversSimple Block Diagrams of a Transmitter.

RF oscillators, MixersModulation and SidebandsTransmitter Interference

Simple Block Diagram of ReceiversIntermediate Frequency, Frequency Selection

Detectors, AGC


5. Feeder and Antenna

Feeder BasicsFeeder Characteristic Impedance

Antenna ImpedanceStanding Waves

Antenna Tuning UnitAntennas, Dummy Loads


6. Propagation

Radio Propagation Basics

Ionosphere basics


7. EMC

Basics of Electromagnetic CompatibilityGood Radio Housekeeping

Interference Sources and Simple RemediesSocial Issues of Interference


8. Operating Practices and Procedures.

Q CodeAbbreviations

RST CodeRelative Advantages of CW ssb and fm

Other ModesGood Operating Practices


9. Safety

SolderingUse of Hand ToolsWorking at Heights

ElectricityRF


10. ConstructionRecognise Components

Soldering BasicsColour Code

Practical SkillsConstruction

Simple Frequency Calibration


Good soldered joints.Construct a simple circuit (test set).

Measure voltages and currents in a simple circuit.Demonstrate a diode will only conduct in one direction. Demonstrate that a transistor can be used as a switch.Fit a suitable RF connector (PL259,BNC or N-type) to

a piece of coaxial cable.Fit a 13A plug to a piece of 3-core mains cable.


Construct a simple amateur radio related project (e.g. direct conversion receiver, crystal calibrator,

‘grid’ dip meter, ATU & SWR meter, Morse oscillator, audio amplifier) either from a pre-

prepared kit or from a published or personal design. Construction may be carried out either within a

course or elsewhere but the assessor must be satisfied that the bulk of the work is that of the

candidate.


Calibrate a variable frequency oscillator (vfo) employing an adjustable LC circuit.

Calibration to show the relevant amateur band edges.

The vfo may form part of the project to satisfy the constructional item or be part of a

previously constructed project or be provided by the assessor.


Note: If the candidate is disabled in any way that reasonably prevents the carrying out of any practical procedure then he/she may talk another person through the task

or describe it to the assessor. The assessor may judge “disabled”.

Any Questions

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