NEW! Our new online examination process allows you to take any of our FCC exams from any computer (with internet access, a webcam, and a microphone) from any location at any time. This means you can take the exam from your home, workplace, or anywhere else that is convenient for you.
How hard is the FCC GROL test?
“The test is very rigorous.” “Study as much as you can, elements 1 and 3 are almost 100 questions.” “In 2020, the knowledge to pass this test is still relevant even though not legally required unless repairing aeronautical or ships radar gear.”
What is FCC exam?
The exam consists of questions from the following categories: radio system theory, amplifiers, power sources, troubleshooting, digital theory, and GMDSS equipment and regulations. To pass, an examinee must correctly answer at least 38 out of 50 questions.
What is the GROL test?
The exam consists of questions from the following categories: operating procedures, radio wave propagation, radio practice, electrical principles, circuit components, practical circuits, signals and emissions, and antennas and feedlines.
What does a ham radio test look like?
The General exam consists of 35 multiple-choice questions on all aspects of amateur radio. As of this writing, it’s a written exam only, not available in computer format. Passing it grants you license privileges for all VHF/UHF Amateur bands, along with most shortwave privileges (also known as HF privileges).
How can I get GROL license?
To obtain a GROL License one must submit to the FCC, Form 605 and Form 159 with Proof of Passing Certificates for Elements 1 and 3. (Some Commercial Operator License Examination Managers will submit these forms for you.) All exam questions are multiple-choice.
What is the 7 elements of Gmdss?
The exam consists of questions from the following categories: general information, narrow band direct printing, INMARSAT, NAVTEX, digital selective calling, and survival craft.
Can I operate a ham radio with a GROL?
Because of the wide range of positions it covers, the GROL is the most popular FCC commercial license, accounting for about 80% of those issued by the commission. The GROL does not confer licensing authority to operate or maintain GMDSS, amateur radio stations, or radiotelegraph (Morse code) commercial stations.
