The new licence structure. Post WRC03 If Morse is abolished Foundation Intermediate Full.

The new licence structure

Foundation Licence

Intermediate (A) Intermediate (B)

Full (A) Full (B)

Post WRC03If Morse is abolished

FoundationFoundation

IntermediateIntermediate

FullFull

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 element

and a theory element.

Practical is construction project

of candidates choosing

Intermediate Syllabus

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

Intermediate Syllabus

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.

Intermediate Syllabus

1. Nature of Amateur Radio

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

and recognise their call-signs.

Intermediate Syllabus

2. Licensing Conditions

Operators, Messages

Location and Identification

Unattended Operation

Log, Apparatus

Licence, Licence Schedule

Intermediate Syllabus

3. Technical Basics

Units of measurement and multiple/sub-multiple prefixes.

Simple circuit theory, Cells and Batteries

Capacitors, Inductors, Tuned Circuits

Transformers, Diodes and Transistors

Circuit Symbols, Measurements

Intermediate Syllabus

4. Transmitters and ReceiversSimple Block Diagrams of a Transmitter.

RF oscillators, Mixers

Modulation and Sidebands

Transmitter Interference

Simple Block Diagram of Receivers

Intermediate Frequency, Frequency Selection

Detectors, AGC

Intermediate Syllabus

5. Feeder and Antenna

Feeder Basics

Feeder Characteristic Impedance

Antenna Impedance

Standing Waves

Antenna Tuning Unit

Antennas, Dummy Loads

Intermediate Syllabus

6. Propagation

Radio Propagation Basics

Ionosphere basics

Intermediate Syllabus

7. EMC

Basics of Electromagnetic Compatibility

Good Radio Housekeeping

Interference Sources and Simple Remedies

Social Issues of Interference

Intermediate Syllabus

8. Operating Practices and Procedures.

Q Code

Abbreviations

RST Code

Relative Advantages of CW ssb and fm

Other Modes

Good Operating Practices

Intermediate Syllabus

9. Safety

Soldering

Use of Hand Tools

Working at Heights

Electricity

RF

Intermediate Syllabus

10. ConstructionRecognise Components

Soldering Basics

Colour CodePractical Skills

Construction

Simple Frequency Calibration

Intermediate Syllabus

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.

Intermediate Syllabus

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.

Intermediate Syllabus

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.

Intermediate Syllabus

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