

I never did understand Math much beyond balancing my checkbook!Īs far as learning technical applications, check with a local ham radio club. My backround is in writing and photography. It really doesn't matter how much education you have in order to study for the ham licenses.

Both of them also passed the 5 word per minute code test which used to be a requirement if you wanted to operate in the HF bands. My two sons both passed the Technician test in the early 1990's when they were about 8 and 10 years old. Getting a ham license is not that difficult. There is an airport near my house I take my private pilot lessons at, they offer it once a month. I already know where I can take the test. How long will it take if its all on my own?

The whole thing inspired me, but I don't know if its even doable, I have no help. Not to mention all the antennas sticking out of his back bumper. He showed me his car, it was completely rigged out with HAM equipment, a CB & megaphone, one transceiver, one repeater, and two Scanners. The only reason I found this and am interested in it, is because I met a friend of a friend at a party. I didn't even know how to change my own oil until about 4 months ago and I'm 20. I know nothing about radio, cables, anything, not even basic installation. I know that many people find this hobby from family or friends, and that helps them get into it, get the license. Which means my dad cant help me or other family. I don't come from a family who is in any way technologically gifted.
