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The category answers questions concerning getting a ham radio license, classes of licenses and other questions concerning licenses.

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  1. What is the entry level class of license?
  2. Can someone from the club tutor me as I prepare for a test?
  3. Is Morse code (CW) required to obtain a ham radio license.
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1. What is the entry level class of license?

The Technician class license is the entry class of license.


- Last Update: September 29, 2008 which is 529 days ago. - Top

2. Can someone from the club tutor me as I prepare for a test?

There is an old tradition in Ham radio in which an Elmer helps a new person learn the hobby. Elmer is a term for a more experienced Ham who is willing to spend time passing along their learning. We have many "Elmers" at Old Barney, just ask at a meeting!


- Last Update: September 30, 2008 which is 528 days ago. - Top

3. Is Morse code (CW) required to obtain a ham radio license.

Morse code is no longer required to obtain class of ham license.


- Last Update: September 29, 2008 which is 529 days ago. - Top

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