2026 Agenda
FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License, Element 1 & 3 (GROL)
Intensive, in-person prep for technicians seeking the FCC General Radiotelephone license, required for many roles operating or maintaining radio systems in aviation, maritime, land-mobile, utilities, and broadcast. Build mastery of RF/electronics theory, FCC rules, operating practices, and maintenance. Targets first-time success on Element 1 (Basic Radio Law & Operating Practice) and Element 3 (General Radiotelephone).
Prerequisite: None
Takeaway
Day 1: Introduction & Basic Radio Law (Element 1)
Overview of the GROL license requirements
FCC licensing structure and application process
Radio law, operating practices, and FCC regulations
Legal and ethical operating practices, international radio laws, and emergency procedures
Day 2: Radio Wave Propagation & Equipment Operation (Element 3)
Fundamentals of electromagnetic wave propagation
Frequency spectrum and signal transmission characteristics
Transmitter and receiver basics: design, function, and components
Antenna systems, RF propagation, and safety procedures
Day 3: Advanced Concepts & Exam Preparation
Analog and digital communication techniques
Detailed review of digital modulation and data transmission
Operational procedures for maintenance, equipment calibration, and documentation