Upcoming Study Group for Technician Class License

We are pleased to announce the formation of a Technician Class course designed to prepare participants for the FCC Technician Class test. This training will incorporate online lessons and a weekly online question-and-answer session to facilitate collaborative learning. The weekly online question-and-answer sessions will offer a platform for participants to ask questions, engage in discussion, and review information pertaining to the weekly videos. 

The study group will be led by Lee Chambers, call sign KI7SS, one of our most experienced amateur radio operator and instructor in Olympia.  A mentor, we call them Elmers, will also assist you on your journey.  

We expect to start this class in March, 2025 and we recommend you purchase the “Amateur Radio Technician Class Study Guide,“ published by the ARRL (American Radio Relay League). Go to www.ARRL.org for more info and to order the book.  

The recommended online course that follows this book closely is here: Online Technician Class course

Interested individuals are requested to RSVP by February 15 at this link: RSVP for the Technician Class Course

The FCC Technician Test is the prerequisite for obtaining a basic amateur radio license. The examination consists of 35 questions and assesses knowledge of various topics, including electronics, radio theory, and radio operation. Successful completion of the test results in a Technician Class license, granting access to designated frequencies that will open a new world in this fun and exciting hobby!