Basic EmComm: This course is designed to provide basic knowledge and tools for any emergency communications volunteer. The Basic Emcomm course contains three modules and 11 topics, including required prerequisites, and is expected to take approximately 10 – 20 hours to complete. You will have access to the course platform in the ARRL Learning Center at any time of day while you work to complete the course so that you may work according to your own schedule. You will want to pace yourself to be sure you complete all the required material in the allotted time. When you have completed the course work, take the final assessment for this Basic Emcomm course to receive a certificate.
Intermediate EmComm : The Intermediate EmComm course was designed to provide more in-depth knowledge and tools for any emergency communications volunteer. The course contains six modules and thirty topics including required prerequisites and is expected to take several hours to complete. The material in this course is expected to expand your knowledge and you are expected to spend the time studying the material before taking the final assessment which consists of 35 questions randomly chosen from a large question pool. The tests will NOT be identical from test to test, and you are allowed to retake the test once in a 6-month period. The passing grade for this course is 74% or better to receive certification.
Intro to Radio for Emergencies and Disasters : The course introduces amateur radio operators to disasters and emergencies communications. It will provide entry level information on the use of amateur radio for personal emergency situations and groups involvement in emergency communication for disasters and emergencies. The self-pace course is interactive with videos, suggested activities, knowledge reviews, and references for additional information. Some of the topics within the course include your potential roles, type of radio equipment used, modes of operations, team organizations, FCC regulations, and self-evaluation of personal/family preparations.
PR 101 - Public Relations 101 for Radio Amateurs :PR skills of experts in various aspects of public relations to provide volunteer Public Information Officers with the basic skills and expectations that a PIO needs to know to be effective in their home region. PR-101 covers everything from the basic news release to Web sites and video work.
3D Printing for Amateur Radio :Learn how to select a 3-D printer, design prints, and print your designs.
Digital Multimeters: Selection and Use by Steve McGrane KM9G : This course covers how to select and use basic digital multimeters.
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