Examination Format
The examination comprises a multiple choice question paper with 60 questions and the time allowed is 2 hours. Four possible answers are shown for each question, only one of which is correct. Candidates must decide which of the options is correct and place a tick in the appropriate box on the answer sheet. There may be other possible answers to some questions; however, the choice of the correct answer from the options given is required.
The pass mark is 60% and a pass is required in each of the two main sections of the paper Section A and Section B. Negative marking is not used in the examination.
The two main sections of the paper are:
Section A – Amateur Radio Regulations and Related Topics (30 Questions) : Pass Mark 60%- Licensing Conditions
- Operating Rules and Procedures
- Electromagnetic Compatibility and Transmitter Interference
- Safety
- Electrical and Electronic Principles including Components and Circuits
- Transmitters and Receivers
- Feeders and Antennas
- Propagation
- Measurements