AM Directional Specialist (AMD)
Credential: AM Directional Specialist (AMD)
Credentialing Agency: Society of Broadcast Engineers, Inc (SBE)
Renewal Period: 5 years
The Society of Broadcast Engineers, Inc (SBE), Certified AM Directional Specialist is an intermediate-level credential. SBE Specialist crtifications require that candidates hold an SBE Engineer certification- the Broadcast Engineer, Senior Broadcast Engineer or Professional Broadcast Engineer Certification. The AM Directional Specialist certification evaluated an individual's ability to perform the necessary tasks to keep facilities operating properly. Candidates must have knowledge of AM radiators, understanding of the principles of phase addition and cancellation, familiarity with the various components used in a directional antenna system, and ability to correctly make necessary measurements and take proper procedures to make repairs and adjustments to the system. Candidates must pass an exam.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
AM Directional Specialist (AMD)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Attainability:
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience: 5 years
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for a Service member to meet eligibility requirements. Requirements listed here are based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
Exam Administration (View Details)
- In-person exam
- Remote proctored on-line exam
- Third-party test vendor
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 5 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
Society of Broadcast Engineers, Inc (SBE)
9102 North Meridian Street
Ste. 150
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Phone: (317) 846-9000
Fax: (317) 846-9120
Email: mclappe@sbe.org
Credential Pre-requisite REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must currently hold a certification of Broadcast Engineer, Senior Broadcast Engineer, or Professional Broadcast Engineer.
Written Exam
- Operation of a Directional Antenna System
- Maintenance of a Directional Antenna System
- Repair of a Directional Antenna System
- Principles of Phase Addition and Cancellation
- Components Used in a Directional Antenna System
- Necessary Measurements and Proper Procedures for Repairs and Adjustments to the System
- FCC Rules Concerning Directional Operation, Test Equipment and Safety Procedures
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the AM Directional Specialist (AMD) examination:
- Best Sources
- General References
- Related Training
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Testing Information
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Exam Administration
Credential exams may be administered in-person at a testing site, proctored on-line remotely, or have options for both. If an exam is administered through a test vendor, the third-party test vendor box will be checked. The following test administration options apply to the AM Directional Specialist (AMD) credential where checked:
- In-person exam
- Remote proctored on-line exam
- Third-party test vendor
For more information on the Society of Broadcast Engineers, Inc (SBE) testing process, visit the agency website.
RECERTIFICATION
AM Directional Specialist (AMD)
Renewal Period: 5 years