Taught by world renown Ham Radio Operator and Radio Instructor Gordon West, this one day licensing class covers FCC (Federal Communications Commission) Marine Radio rules and regulations, communications procedures, equipment operations, and other radio equipment on vessels.  The FCC Marine Radio Operator’s Permit (MROP) exam will be given in class. A passing grade will result in the lifetime FCC MROP license.  Additionally, the MROP is a required license for virtually all other FCC commercial licenses, including GMDSS. 

Mariners need a Marine Radio Operatro's Permit if they: carry more than six passengers for hire; have a vessel radio operating on medium or high frequencies; sail to foreign ports; or are on a vessel larger than 300 gross tons and are legally required to have a radio.

Gordon West is a certified State of California Vocational Instructor, teaching for more than 40 years.  His students have literally traveled all over the world using their radio licenses.
 

Class Format:

1 Session
Thursdays
Class:9 am – 4:30pm, Lunch: 12:00 – 1:00pm

2010 Classes
Thurs, May 20
Thurs, Aug 26
Thurs, Nov 18

Online schedule and Registration

Prerequisites:

You must be a legal resident or eligible for employment in the United States and be able to receive and transmit spoken messages in English.

Fee:

Fee: $99
Exam: $35 payable to the proctor