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TECHNICIAN LICENSE CLASS
NO MORSE CODE REQUIRED !

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED (see below)
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS OCTOBER 25th

 The NOVEMBER TECHNICIAN CLASS HAS BEEN SCHEDULED FOR THE
FIRST THREE SATURDAYS IN NOVEMBER.  (the 7th, 14th & 21st)
SEE BELOW FOR DETAILS

This Technician class is comprised of about 20 hours of class instruction, which includes: 
Video & Power Point Presentations, Hands-On Displays, Demos, Class Discussions,
Practice Tests, and More!

INDEPENDENT SELF STUDY (outside of the classroom) from this study guide is expected,
and is essential to successful completion of the class and F.C.C. testing.
Although attendence at a class is NOT required to pass the F.C.C. exam,
many find the topics discussed helpful, and informitive.

The class is based on the study guide / operator's manual pictured on the left.  It is called simply "HAM RADIO LICENSE MANUAL". (ISBN: 0-87259-963-9)  Published by the ARRL, it's price is $24.95.  One is included in the price of the class.  If you already have this manual, or wish to obtain one on your own, PLEASE note that when you register.  Although the former manual "NOW YOU'RE TALKING" still contains useful and correct TECNICIAL information, the FCC RULES, BAND ALLOCATIONS, Frequencies, and other changes renders it unsuitible for this class.

PRE-REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS REQUIRED
(This is so the correct number of study guides and other handouts can be ordered)

Register by E-mail to: n7nbb@arrl.net
Or Telephone Cameron Smith: 406.899.2550
 Deadline for Registration for this Class is October 25th

Cost of the Class is $30.00 which includes the Study Guide (above) . 
The balance of the class fee covers the costs involved with copying, printing of the handouts
and other expenses involved with providing the class. (Equipment maintenance, etc)
Families, roommates (or whatever) can share a single manual,
provided they will have ample time for individual study.
In this case the extra person will pay only $5.00 for the class.

The class is comprised of:
Three Saturday Sessions, as follows:
November 7th, 14th and June 21st.
All Sessions run from 9:00am until 5:00pm
(The final Saturday session may end a earlier than 5pm)
(Attendence at ALL THREE sessions is highly recommended)

This class will also be offered in the Spring of 2010
Check back for details.

In all class sessions we stop for a 10 minute break approximately every hour.
Lunch Breaks will run as close as possible from NOON to 1:00pm
(Give or Take 10 Min)

 INDEPENDENT (home) STUDY OF THE LICENSE MANUAL IS REQUIRED !

The Saturday sessions will include a one hour lunch break.  You are welcome to "brown bag"
it and stay in the class room, or leave and return.  There is a small snack shop in the mall for
burgers, etc., as well a many fast food establishments within just a few blocks.  

LOCATION OF THE CLASS WILL BE IN THE WESTGATE MALL Room 35-F
Go completely around behind the mall on the end closest to the refinery.
Then come in the doors (behind the mall) and take the narrow hallway on your Left.
Room 35-F will be the first door on your left.
 Watch for small "AMATEUR RADIO CLASS" signs
PLEASE NOTE:  ON-LINE REGISTRATION IS NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE.
For Questions about this class or to PRE-REGISTER
PLEASE SEND AN E-MAIL to: n7nbb@arrl.net
or Telephone 406 . 899 . 2550

GENERAL  LICENSE STUDY GROUP

We're looking for someone who might like to help with this study group
Contact Cameron via E-Mail: n7nbb@arrl.net

To Be Announced


PLEASE NOTE:  ON-LINE REGISTRATIONs ARE NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE.
For Questions about this class or to PRE-REGISTER
PLEASE SEND AN E-MAIL to: N7NBB (at sign) ARRL (dot) NET
or Telephone 406 . 899 . 2550

SKYWARN  
NATIONAL WEATHER Service's
STORM SPOTTER TRAINING

NO CURRENT CLASSES ARE SCHEDULED
PLEASE CHECK BACK OR E-MAIL THE EDUCATION COORDINATOR

Seating is Limited, and PRE-REGISTRATION is Suggested.
If interest exceeds classroom space additional classes will be scheduled.

Although the Class has concluded, you may still REGISTER for the next
available SKYWARN Weather Spotter Training by clicking on the above Link

This course is offered and conducted by the National Weather Service Office here in Great Falls, in association with the Great Falls Area Amateur Radio Club, and SKYWARN.  It will consist of approximately two hours of instruction on how to identify specific types of weather events, how to assess their danger potential, and how to report your information to the NWS. All materials are provided by the National Weather Service.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ARES Training

For non-training related information
about the LOCAL ARES program
Please Click Here

Per ARES and the Montana DES District 2 Emergency Coordinators,
All ARES members will be REQUIRED to have completed the
FEMA / NIMS courses listed below.
There is NO CHARGE for these courses, they are FREE !

Since certification requirements may change from time to time,
it is suggested you visit this page every few months to make
sure you are up to date with "current" training requirements.

  Training DOES NOT have to be completed prior to joining ARES

These classes can be completed at home (on-line self study).
Each one only takes a few hours to complete, and you can print out
your certificate of completion for each class as you finish it.

National Incident Management System (NIMS)
Independent Study Program

Please Note that although the course number is IS-700,
this is actually the FIRST course you should take.

These three courses represent the MINIMUM requirements.
Other "suggested" courses will be listed here soon.
Please contact the District 2 ARES Emergency Coordinator for further recommendations.
E-Mail:  AA7GS (at sign) ARRL (dot) NET

IS-700 National Incident Management System (NIMS), An Introduction

Please Visit:
http://training.fema.gov/IS/crslist.asp
for more class information.

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