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| projects:amateur_radio:obtaining_fcc_radio_amateur_technician_license [2024/02/27 04:06] – [Steps] Break down into subsections and add exam prep info Andrew Yong | projects:amateur_radio:obtaining_fcc_radio_amateur_technician_license [2024/06/13 15:15] (current) – [Singapore License Conversion] Promote TOC level Andrew Yong | ||
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| * [[https:// | * [[https:// | ||
| - Ensure you can meet the examination provider' | - Ensure you can meet the examination provider' | ||
| - | * Examination conditions - e.g. [[https:// | + | * Examination conditions - E.g. [[https:// |
| - | * Fee payment method | + | * Fee payment method(s) |
| - | - [[https:// | + | * Videoconference hardware |
| - | - (Unfinished) | + | * Webcam, speaker/ |
| + | * Mobile device with camera for room survey if your videoconference system is a desktop | ||
| + | * Videoconference software | ||
| + | * E.g. [[https:// | ||
| + | * Create an account for the videoconference software and pre-login on all devices to easily switch devices if needed (optional, but recommended) | ||
| + | * Run webcam, speaker and microphone tests on the videoconference software; disable all video background effects | ||
| + | * You have to agree with, and be comfortable with your examination room (not just your examination area) being recorded, so tidy your room and put away anything you don't want recorded | ||
| + | - [[https:// | ||
| + | - Pay the examination fee | ||
| - | ==== TODO ==== | + | ==== Take the Examination |
| - | FIXME | + | :!: The examination will take anywhere between 10 to 30 minutes for most people; sometimes it may take longer if a prior candidate overruns their schedule, so prepare some buffer time and be patient with the examination team |
| - | ==== Singapore License Conversion ==== | + | - Check some time (30 min - 1 h) before the examination for meeting ID(s) and join links |
| + | - Double-check examination environment and put away anything non-compliant with the examination provider | ||
| + | - Double-check webcam, speaker and microphone tests | ||
| + | - Have your passport ready for inspection in the examination area | ||
| + | - Join the meeting room when ready | ||
| + | * Have your mobile device ready if you need it to perform the examination room survey | ||
| + | - Follow instructions from the friendly examination team to take the test | ||
| + | * Administered with [[https:// | ||
| + | * If you have filled all information in correctly while scheduling your examination with HamStudy.org, | ||
| + | * The website includes automated filling in of FCC form 605 and CSCE (Certificate of Successful Completion of Examination) | ||
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| + | ==== After the Examination ==== | ||
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| + | - The Examination Team will submit the FCC form 605 as soon as possible | ||
| + | - Within 1-2 US working days, you will receive an email //Payment Required for the FCC License Application submitted on your behalf by [PROVIDER]// | ||
| + | - **Make payment in CORES** following the instructions provided; international (i.e. Singaporean) credit card worked for me | ||
| + | |||
| + | ==== Receive your License and Callsign ==== | ||
| + | |||
| + | - Within 1-2 US working days, you will receive two emails: | ||
| + | * //FCC Application Grant OR Official FCC License// from the FCC with a link valid for 30 days to download a printable version of your license (as well as instructions to view your license on CORES -> ULS | ||
| + | * //Your callsign has been issued!// from HamStudy.org | ||
| + | - (Optional) Apply for a Vanity Callsign | ||
| + | - Look up available vanity callsigns here: https:// | ||
| + | - Apply for a vanity callsign here: https:// | ||
| + | - Make payment in CORES: CORES -> Manage Existing FRNs | FRN Financial | Bills and Fees -> FRN Financial -> View/Make Payments | ||
| + | - Wait 28 calendar days for processing | ||
| + | - If successful, you will receive an email //FCC Application Grant OR Official FCC License// with your license and the updated callsign | ||
| + | ===== Singapore License Conversion | ||
| + | |||
| + | ==== Prerequisites ==== | ||
| + | |||
| + | * Information about your transmitting equipment (owned or planned purchase) | ||
| + | * Manufacturer | ||
| + | * Model | ||
| + | * Output power (W) | ||
| + | * Frequency range (transmit) (MHz) | ||
| + | * Frequency receiver (transmit) (MHz) | ||
| + | * PDF specification brochure/ | ||
| + | * Passport (non-citizens/ | ||
| + | * Foreign amateur operator qualification (for licence conversion) - '' | ||
| + | * You can download a PDF of your FCC license from [[https:// | ||
| + | |||
| + | ==== Application Process | ||
| - Apply for an **IMDA Amateur Station License** | - Apply for an **IMDA Amateur Station License** | ||
| - Go to [[https:// | - Go to [[https:// | ||
| - | - (Unfinished) | + | - Fill in the form accordingly |
| + | * Applicant Details | ||
| + | * Contact Person Particulars | ||
| + | * Contact Person Address | ||
| + | * Billing Person Particulars | ||
| + | * Billing Address | ||
| + | * Other Details | ||
| + | * Licence Category | ||
| + | * FCC Technician Class -> Restricted Class License | ||
| + | * FCC General/ | ||
| + | * Call Sign | ||
| + | * Vanity callsigns are S$25, if //No// IMDA will assign the next available running sequence starting at 9V1AA | ||
| + | * Station Info | ||
| + | * Location: " | ||
| + | * Certificate No.: File number of the FCC license e.g. 001096555 | ||
| + | * Amateur Operator Qualification | ||
| + | * TECHNICIAN CLASS LIC OR NOVICE CLASS LIC <- Restricted Class License | ||
| + | * Equipment Info | ||
| + | * Supporting Documents | ||
| + | * Foreign Amateur Operator Qualification | ||
| + | * Technical Specification Of The Radio Equipment: Upload the PDF brochure or datasheet of your equipment | ||
| + | - Submit the application | ||
| + | - Wait 10 business days (usually more, sometimes 2-3 calendar weeks) | ||
| + | - Receive an email notification for payment, //[For your action] Amateur Station Licence (FCXXXXXXXXX): | ||
| + | - Log in to GoBusiness and complete payment | ||
| + | - Receive an email notification for payment, //[Update] Amateur Station Licence (FCXXXXXXXXX): | ||
| + | - Receive an email from IMDA IRIS, //AMATEUR STATION RESTRICTED CLASS LICENCE NO. AMRXXXXXX (THE %%'' | ||
| + | * This email contains the PDF of your license with your assigned callsign | ||
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