Field Operations Type III, Part A

Course Description

This course is the first part of a two-part course designed to prepare individuals to perform field communicator duties as a fully independent operator.

Intended Audience

Hams interested in performing Field Communicator duties.

Prerequisites

• Valid Technician class or higher Amateur Radio license
  If you have not attended these courses, carefully review the material.
• Introduction to Emergency Communications
• Fundamentals of Emergency Communications
• ICS-214 SCCo Unit Activity Log Video Training

NOTE: The above prerequisites are not strictly enforced. But in order to get the most out of this course, you should have previously attended the above courses. If you have not yet attended one or more of the prerequisites, you should carefully review the course materials for the missed prerequisites prior to attending this course. Then, be sure to attend any missed prerequisites at your earliest opportunity.

Format

In person, 3 hours, with Q&A by radio

Students should bring

• Copy of course materials (see below)
• Pen/pencil and pad of paper
• HT with headset or ear bud and batteries to last on low power for class time
• Check for additional location-specific items on the sign-up page

Learning Objectives

• Describe the role of the field operator, including served agency needs, field assignment types, and SCCo ARES/RACES credentialing system
• Explain and perform basic safety procedures
• Mobilizing for an assignment

Topics Covered

• Mastering Field Communications
• Supporting Our Served Agencies
• Field Communications Assignments
• Credentials
• Safety
• Simulated deployment:
  • Mobilization
  • Station Set Up
  • (to be continued in Part B)