Level 4 · Lesson 4.5

Rules in depth

Jimmy Bob, a friendly cartoon mountain man in a trucker cap and overalls

“The more you know about the rules, the more you can help others stay inside them.”

You'll be able to

explain the purpose of Part 97, operator responsibilities, and how licenses are earned.

Part 97 begins with the of the service, including public service, advancing radio skills, and international goodwill. A control operator must be present whenever a station transmits. Licenses are earned through exams given by teams of . Internationally, the divides the world into 3 regions with different band allocations, and the US is in Region 2.

Tap an underlined word for its meaning.

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On-air activity

case studies in which the learner decides who is responsible.

This one happens on the air in The Shack, which opens in a later phase.

Quick check

Get 2 of 3 right to complete the lesson.

1. License exams are given by…
2. The US is in ITU Region…
3. A control operator must be present…

Words from this lesson

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