Ham Radio Operator Degree Certificate
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Ten – Ten International or just 10 – 10 for short is an institution of novice radio operators which are consecrated to preserving high levels of novice radio and communicating on the 10 meter novice wave band (28.0-29.7 MHz). It was conventional in 1962 and has grown continuously since that day, but not without it’s ups and downs according to the number of sunspots and the openness of the band. At this point over 75,000 10-10 numbers have been issued. 10-10 is a volunteer establishment with no paid officers, the work of providing services to members falls upon the shoulders of consecrated volunteers. The quarterly issue of ’10 – 10 News’, the 30+ page diary of 10 – 10 actions is the only exception. If you are a 10 meter enthusiast, 10 – 10 allows you to take share in a wide potpourri of activenesses internationally, not the least of which is meeting old friends and making new ones by keeping the band active through participation in 10 – 10 nets, QSO parties and certificate collection. These activenesses offer both gratification and challenges whilst encouraging learning and courteous practises. The combining of the on-the-air activities, awards, a bi-annual convention, not forgetting the 10 – 10 News gives rise to an unusually strong bond amidst institution members. 10 – 10 Daily Nets. The aim of the Daily Nets is to publicize action and good operating exercises on the 10 meter novice band and to support radio amateurs in bettering technical accomplishments and operating procedures. The Nets provide a means for members to make contact and to recruit new members and are open to all radio amateurs worldwide. Chapters. 10 – 10 has Chapters all over the world. There are approx. 200 at the moment. Each Chapter has it is own plan of organisation and sets it is own requirements, the basic one being that you ought to be a remunerated up 10 – 10 member. They hold on a weekly basis Net meetings to conduct their Chapter business. Most Chapters issue certificates and other awards, as a result of this Chapters may have members all over the world. Paperchasing - No you don’t need your running shoes. This is one of the favorites for members. Most Chapters issue certificates for contacting sure of their members. Usually after receiving the primary certificates the Chapter will issue upgrades for contacting further and added members, it is commonly necessary to contact a fellow member for the duration of the weekly Net meeting. Awards All Awards are issued by the Award managing directors for the respective Award. Bars - no not drinking ones. A Bar is awarded for each 100 contacts, when the ’500 Bar’ is achieved you will mechanically become a fellow member of the ‘International 500 Club’ and you will given an Honorable VP number. This is applied with your frequent 10 – 10 number. There are other perks for the ‘International 500 Club’ too. A 10 – 10 Award Certificate will be issued for 1000 contacts, 2500 contacts and for each 2500 thereafter. The cost of the Bar Certificates is $2.00 plus 2 First Class Stamps. This is operated on the honor system this means that you do not have to affirm contacts but dates do have to be submitted. There are some other Award systems i.e. Continents, all six continents ought to be contacted for this one. US Counties, UK Counties, are the same, there is even a Digital Award where 25 contacts are made using digital modes. QSO Parties, Contests and Special Op. Activities. 10 – 10 sponsors eight QSO parties each year, these are held for fun and to meet old and new potential members. Phone parties are held in summer and winter while CW and Digital parties are kept in the Spring and Fall. QSO parties last 48 hours. On Oct 10 a 24 hour Sprint is kept and a Mobile QSO party is held on the third Saturday in March. There are Three Special Operating Activities kept all around the year. All 10 – 10 members are encouraged to participate in the above activities. Conventions. 10 – 10 holds a biennial convention in odd numbered years. All members are invited. Personal contact and goodfellowship are the chief aims. Ten meter radio is not just a box in the corner. It’s also a way to have severe fun. |
