 | Paul Hoffmann VK5PH is once again running Amateur Radio Foundation License course on the weekend of the 30/31st August. Many people may remember the last course and what a great success it was with all 6 Air Stream members who attended passing and obtaining their license. Please read more for further details and contact information |
What: Training for the Amateur Radio Foundation Licence.
Where: Scout Hall located at the Patawalonga end of Anderson Ave., Glenelg North
When: 0900-1700Hrs on the 30th & 31st of August 2008
Costs:
$35 for the examination (WIA charge for the exam papers & processing).
$62 for the ACMA licence for successful candidates (Govt. set licence fee).
$10 towards refreshments, hall & postage costs.
Saturday
Consists of a presentation that covers most of the topics in the manual with an emphasis on the examinable material. This is followed by a run through the practical examination with some hands on practice.
Sunday
Starts with a revision period followed by a question section. Then we have the theory and practical examinations.
Lunch Not provided – please bring your lunch or purchase it from nearby stores.
Requirements
- You should all have and be reading the Foundation Licence Manual (available from me for $20).
- You will need some form of photographic identification eg drivers license, passport, student or employment card or 3 of the following Medicare, credit, pension card or a electricity, gas or telephone account showing name and address.
- Minors must bring an adult who can identify the minor and themselves using the criteria above.
- You must have a passport photograph of yourself for inclusion in your licence application.
- Think about a callsign for yourself - VK5Fxxx (x=alpha characters). Check the ACMA website for availability of the callsign you are interested in.
- Bring a pen, pencil, non-programmable calculator and notepad.
- Sufficient cash/cheque to cover the exam, licence and hall cost.
Please contact
Paul Hoffmann (VK5PH) on 0418803177 or 83799350 A/H or by email vk5ph@wia.org.au if you have any further questions regarding the training.
