dc408 is excited to announce a finalized schedule with expanded hours for Ham Radio Exams at DefCon this year, now on Friday and Saturday!
UPDATE: LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION
Skyview 2 - 26th floor of Bally's
Friday 1pm - 6pm in Skyview 2
Saturday 10am - 6pm in Skyview 2
Always wanted to get your Amateur Radio license but just can't seem to get around to it? Whether there's no test site near you, testing is only available during working hours, or you just plain haven't gotten around to it dc408 is here to help erase access problems by bringing testing to DEF CON 24. Whether you want to test for your Technician license, upgrade to General, or Amateur Extra, or if you want to test all three at once for the ultimate DEF CON Ham Radio experience the dc408 team has you covered. With testing available on-site from 1pm to 6pm on Friday and 10am to 6pm on Saturday during DEF CON you’re sure to find a workable spot in your schedule. No reservations needed but registration ends about 5pm both days.
What you need to bring, the TLDR:
A completed copy (using your FRN) of the forms found here
Photo ID
$15 cash (Bring a $20, we’ll have change)
A copy of your current license if applicable
What you need to bring:
A completed copy (using your FRN) of the forms found here. Okay… so you could fill these out by hand at DEF CON but why would you want to? Also, I hope your handwriting is better than mine if you do. Only you can prevent transcription errors!
Don’t have a FCC Registration Number (FRN)? This FCC form allows you to register for a FRN, which is delivered instantly.
A legal photo ID. If you need to use something other than a driver’s license or passport consult this page for alternate ID options. If you still aren’t sure please contact us for approval of alternate ID.
A United States mailing address.
Cash for the exam fee: $15 for one attempt at all three license elements. Bring a $20, we’ll have change.
If you’re upgrading an existing license, bring a copy of your current license. If your license isn’t yet posted in the FCC database bring your Certificates of Successful Completion of Examination (CSCE) (Original and a photocopy!) from your previous exam session.
If you want to bring your own calculator be prepared to show one of our volunteers the memory is cleared.
Study tips:
There are lots of resources to help you study. Find the combination that works for you and stick with it. I like the dense presentation of information found in KB6NU’s No Nonsense Study Guide. For flashcard-style studying I settled on HamStudy.org and an app on my phone designed to drill the needed information quickly and repetitively. The mix of tracking progress and constant availability meant I could always sneak in a few minutes of targeted study. Whatever you choose make sure it’s using the current set of test questions.
Happy studying! See you at DEF CON!
Are you a VE and want to help out? See this post. Thanks!
-FortyTwoWho
-dc408 Ham Radio Exams talking head
UPDATE: LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION
Skyview 2 - 26th floor of Bally's
Friday 1pm - 6pm in Skyview 2
Saturday 10am - 6pm in Skyview 2
Always wanted to get your Amateur Radio license but just can't seem to get around to it? Whether there's no test site near you, testing is only available during working hours, or you just plain haven't gotten around to it dc408 is here to help erase access problems by bringing testing to DEF CON 24. Whether you want to test for your Technician license, upgrade to General, or Amateur Extra, or if you want to test all three at once for the ultimate DEF CON Ham Radio experience the dc408 team has you covered. With testing available on-site from 1pm to 6pm on Friday and 10am to 6pm on Saturday during DEF CON you’re sure to find a workable spot in your schedule. No reservations needed but registration ends about 5pm both days.
What you need to bring, the TLDR:
A completed copy (using your FRN) of the forms found here
Photo ID
$15 cash (Bring a $20, we’ll have change)
A copy of your current license if applicable
What you need to bring:
A completed copy (using your FRN) of the forms found here. Okay… so you could fill these out by hand at DEF CON but why would you want to? Also, I hope your handwriting is better than mine if you do. Only you can prevent transcription errors!
Don’t have a FCC Registration Number (FRN)? This FCC form allows you to register for a FRN, which is delivered instantly.
A legal photo ID. If you need to use something other than a driver’s license or passport consult this page for alternate ID options. If you still aren’t sure please contact us for approval of alternate ID.
A United States mailing address.
Cash for the exam fee: $15 for one attempt at all three license elements. Bring a $20, we’ll have change.
If you’re upgrading an existing license, bring a copy of your current license. If your license isn’t yet posted in the FCC database bring your Certificates of Successful Completion of Examination (CSCE) (Original and a photocopy!) from your previous exam session.
If you want to bring your own calculator be prepared to show one of our volunteers the memory is cleared.
Study tips:
There are lots of resources to help you study. Find the combination that works for you and stick with it. I like the dense presentation of information found in KB6NU’s No Nonsense Study Guide. For flashcard-style studying I settled on HamStudy.org and an app on my phone designed to drill the needed information quickly and repetitively. The mix of tracking progress and constant availability meant I could always sneak in a few minutes of targeted study. Whatever you choose make sure it’s using the current set of test questions.
Happy studying! See you at DEF CON!
Are you a VE and want to help out? See this post. Thanks!
-FortyTwoWho
-dc408 Ham Radio Exams talking head
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