FCC Element 9 Online Exam
The Element 9 Online Exam product includes access to one attempt for the following FCC Element: (1) FCC Element 9.
This online exam has a maximum testing time of two hours.
Overview
The FCC Element 9 online license test covers topics relating to GMDSS Radio maintenance practices and procedures, requirements set forth in IMO Assembly on Training for Radio Personnel (GMDSS), Annex 5 and IMO Assembly on Radio Maintenance Guidelines for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System related to Sea Areas A3 and A4. The exam consists of questions from the following categories:
- Radio system theory
- Amplifiers
- Power sources
- Troubleshooting
- Digital theory
- GMDSS equipment and regulations
Once you pass the required Element exam(s) for the FCC license that you are pursuing, Mariners Learning System will electronically file your license application with the FCC on your behalf. To do so, we require that you provide us via email:
- Your MLS certificate of completion(s) for each required FCC Element
- FCC Federal Registration Number (FRN)
- Properly filled out and completed FCC 605 Main Form and Schedule E
IMPORTANT NOTE: Upon successful approval of the applicant's license with the FCC, applicants will receive an email from the FCC. The applicant will have 10 days to pay the FCC an issuance fee ($35 for most applications) to finalize their license, per the instructions in the FCC’s email.
With your purchase, you get access to (1) FCC Element 9 online exam. If you do not pass any mandatory FCC licensing exam, you will be required to re-purchase access to retest that FCC Element exam(s).
There are NO online course materials associated with this product.
You can also purchase the GMDSS Radio Maintainer’s - DM (Elements 1, 3, 9) Practice Test Book for an additional fee.
- This practice test book contains the entire set of newly revised and updated study materials and FCC test questions.
- It focuses on areas covered on the Element 9 final exam.
License Requirements
To qualify for an FCC license, you must:
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Be a legal resident of (or otherwise eligible for employment in) the United States.
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Be able to receive and transmit spoken messages in English.
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Pass a written exam as described under the Testing tab.
Test Info
Written Examination
Element 9
GMDSS Radio Maintenance Practices and Procedures. Requirements set forth in IMO Assembly on Training for Radio Personnel (GMDSS), Annex 5 and IMO Assembly on Radio Maintenance Guidelines for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System related to Sea Areas A3 and A4. The exam consists of questions from the following categories: radio system theory, amplifiers, power sources, troubleshooting, digital theory, and GMDSS equipment and regulations. To pass, an examinee must correctly answer at least 38 out of 50 questions.
Online Testing System Requirements
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You must take the exam on a desktop computer or laptop (not a tablet ex: Chromebook)
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You must have a working built-in or external webcam and microphone
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Your Internet speed must be at least 2 Mbps download and 2 Mbps upload. Determine your Internet speed by running a test at: http://www.speedtest.net
Room/Space preparations:
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The lighting in the room must be bright enough so that your face and eyes can be seen throughout the duration of the exam.
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Your desk/workspace must be completely cleared of all papers, books, and reference materials. In addition, please clear the entire room (including walls and bookshelves) of any materials that could be considered reference materials. Any suspect items seen during the initial room scan by your proctor will be flagged.
Ensure you adhere to the rules during your exam.
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You MUST provide your valid government-issued photo ID when requested.
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You MUST remain directly in front of your webcam for the duration of the exam.
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You MUST NOT have anyone else in the room with you for the duration of your exam.
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You MUST NOT interact or communicate with anyone by any means while testing.
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You MUST NOT use any other electronic devices (phone, iPod, headphones, MP3 player, another computer, etc.) while taking the exam.
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Reference materials (papers, pens, books, study guides, e-mails, website, etc.) MUST NOT be used while testing.
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You MUST NOT use any mobile device or have any mobile device within your eyesight during the exam.
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You MUST NOT access other websites or applications on the computer while testing.
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You MUST NOT intentionally disable the Internet connection while testing.
* Violation of any of these rules will be flagged during your exam by the web proctor, and your exam WILL be marked as a FAIL. You will not be eligible for a refund and WILL be banned from re-taking the exam with Mariners Learning System.
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