On which of the following band segments may you operate if you are a Technician class operator and have an unexpired Certificate of Successful Completion of Examination (CSCE) for General class privileges?
The correct answer is C: On any General or Technician class band segment. If you are a Technician class operator with an unexpired Certificate of Successful Completion of Examination (CSCE) for General class privileges, you may operate on any General or Technician class band segment. The CSCE grants immediate privileges even before the upgrade appears in the FCC database. For Technician operators who pass the General exam, this allows immediate access to General privileges. Understanding this helps when upgrading licenses.
Exam Tip
CSCE = immediate General privileges. Think 'C'SCE = 'C'ertificate 'S'tarts 'C'redentials 'E'ffectively. Grants immediate access to General and Technician band segments. Don't need to wait for database update or fee receipt.
Memory Aid
"CSCE = immediate General privileges. Think 'C'SCE = 'C'ertificate 'S'tarts 'C'redentials. Grants immediate access to General and Technician band segments. Valid until upgrade appears in FCC database."
Real-World Application
You're a Technician class operator and pass the General class exam. You receive a CSCE. Immediately, you can operate on General class frequencies - you don't have to wait for the upgrade to appear in the FCC database. The CSCE is your proof of privileges until the database is updated.
Key Concepts
Why Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: Incorrect. You don't have to wait until the upgrade is posted - the CSCE grants immediate privileges. You can use General privileges right away.
Option B: Incorrect. You don't need to wait for an FCC application fee receipt - the CSCE itself grants privileges. No fee payment is required for the upgrade.
Option D: Incorrect. You have access to all General and Technician segments, including 30 meters and 60 meters if you meet other requirements. The CSCE grants full General privileges.
题目解析
The correct answer is C: On any General or Technician class band segment. If you are a Technician class operator with an unexpired Certificate of Successful Completion of Examination (CSCE) for General class privileges, you may operate on any General or Technician class band segment. The CSCE grants immediate privileges even before the upgrade appears in the FCC database. For Technician operators who pass the General exam, this allows immediate access to General privileges. Understanding this helps when upgrading licenses.
考试技巧
CSCE = immediate General privileges. Think 'C'SCE = 'C'ertificate 'S'tarts 'C'redentials 'E'ffectively. Grants immediate access to General and Technician band segments. Don't need to wait for database update or fee receipt.
记忆口诀
CSCE = immediate General privileges. Think 'C'SCE = 'C'ertificate 'S'tarts 'C'redentials. Grants immediate access to General and Technician band segments. Valid until upgrade appears in FCC database.
实际应用示例
You're a Technician class operator and pass the General class exam. You receive a CSCE. Immediately, you can operate on General class frequencies - you don't have to wait for the upgrade to appear in the FCC database. The CSCE is your proof of privileges until the database is updated.
错误选项分析
Option A: Incorrect. You don't have to wait until the upgrade is posted - the CSCE grants immediate privileges. You can use General privileges right away. Option B: Incorrect. You don't need to wait for an FCC application fee receipt - the CSCE itself grants privileges. No fee payment is required for the upgrade. Option D: Incorrect. You have access to all General and Technician segments, including 30 meters and 60 meters if you meet other requirements. The CSCE grants full General privileges.
知识点
CSCE, Certificate of Successful Completion, Immediate privileges, License upgrade
Verified Content
Question from official FCC General Class question pool. Explanation reviewed by licensed amateur radio operators.