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BBF-RAD-102 / Foundation / Proposed curriculum

FRS, GMRS & Radio Regulations

Planned 2.5 hours course focused on concrete, practice-based radio skills. Interest registration is open; instruction is not yet scheduled.

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In development — not yet enrolling. This class is a planned Black Box Fields educational offering. External licensing, certification and examination privileges belong to their relevant authorities and require independent eligibility and approval. Transmitting exercises will use only authorized services and operators.

Exactly what you will learn

  1. Identify FRS versus GMRS equipment and channels
  2. compare permitted power, removable antennas and repeater use
  3. decide who needs a GMRS license
  4. practice lawful channel selection and emergency calling.

Hands-on equipment and teaching methods

FRS RT45/RT45P and GMRS HA1G; FCC channel chart

Instructor demonstrations, written scenarios and supervised practical exercises will be adapted to available equipment and participant credentials.

What you will produce / how we will assess

Sort ten field scenarios by permitted service, complete a channel plan and a 15-question licensing quiz.

Course details

Duration: 2.5 hours (planning estimate)
Course code: BBF-RAD-102
Availability: Interest list only; dates, delivery format, pricing and instructor assignments pending.
Prerequisites: Appropriate introductory coursework or equivalent background for advanced classes; any transmitting role additionally requires applicable licensing.

Register your interest

Tell us you're interested in this specific class. This is a nonbinding interest inquiry, not paid enrollment or a reserved seat.