> Hi all,
> I know there are some hams on this list, and I would like to get a feel
> for what it means to be a ham. I know there is some testing involved to
> get permission for certain radio bands etc., but other than that, what
> do you do after that? Is it a worthwhile pursuit for someone with a
> strong interest in electronics and working toward an EE degree?
> Thanks,
> - Marcel


Don't know what country you're in, but the US rules regarding amateur
radio are available at http://www.hallikainen.com/FccRules/2006/97/ .
Another website to visit is http://www.arrl.org/ .

I've been an amateur radio operator for about 40 years (though not
currently on the air). Ham radio led me into broadcasting (station
maintenance, construction, ect., where I worked for about 25 years, slowly
fading into electronic design and manufacturing.

I think a ham radio license along with activity in building equipment
indicates an enthusiasm for electronics that is valuable to an employer.
It's also great "lab experience" for the theory learned in school.

So, I'd encourage it if you find it interesting. There are, of course,
lots of other hobbies one can have to explore electronics. Many using
PICs!

Harold

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