The Australian Model Rocket Society Inc. is the only rocketry organisation in the world that offers Online Training and Courses.
Unlike traditional methods of having to physically meet with a trainer at a time that suits both parties, AMRS' systems can be accessed by members 24 hours a day so they can do this in the privacy of their own home whenever it suits them. This also helps alleviate the stress of completing tests on the field.
AMRS currently offers the following online training/courses/exams:
Level 2 Certification Exam
This is the online version of the Australian Model Rocket Society Inc. (AMRS) Level 2 Certification exams. It is divided into two sections, technical (first 25 questions) and safety (second 25 questions). Out of the 110 questions and answers found in AMRS Level 2 Certification study guide, only 50 questions are in the exam. The 50 questions are randomly comprised of 25 technical and 25 safety questions. The Level 2 Certification exam require a score of 90% or higher to pass.
The information provided in this exam comes from several sources and has been compiled by the AMRS Technical Advisory Group (TAG). The technical questions use common high power rocketry definitions and asks for ‘rules-of-thumb’ that are known and used in high power rocketry. The safety section is comprised of questions from the AMRS Safe Launch Practices and Safety Codes. The most up to date AMRS Safe Launch Practices and Safety Codes can be downloaded by AMRS members online at www.rocketry.org.au. Common rocketry definitions are included so that the language of rocketry can be used in the correct context. As scenarios in rocketry are variable, some of the questions depicted in the AMRS exams are based on experiences by knowledgeable high power rocketry users and is aimed at the majority of high power enthusiasts.
Launch Control Officer Course & Range Safety Officer Course
This is the online version of the Australian Model Rocket Society Inc. (AMRS) Launch Control Officer (LCO) and Range Safety Officer (RSO) Course. The aim of this course is to provide an understanding of the roles of the Launch Control Officer (LCO) and the Range Safety Officer (RSO). These are two primary launch day personnel who are responsible for the application of the site and operational safety requirements and the orderly control the launches. It is divided into two sections, LCO (first 25 questions) and RSO (second 25 questions). In order to complete the RSO exam, you must first pass the LCO exam. The LCO/RSO exam requires a score of 90% or higher to pass.
The information provided in this course comes from several sources and has been compiled by the AMRS Technical Advisory Group (TAG). The references for the role may include but not limited to, the AMRS Inc. Safe Launch Practices and Safety Codes, public liability insurance requirements, CASA requirements, land owner agreements as well as other authorities having jurisdiction(AHJ). Common rocketry definitions are included so that the language of rocketry can be used in the correct context. As scenarios in rocketry are variable, some of the questions depicted in the AMRS exams are based on experiences by knowledgeable rocketry users and is aimed at the majority of high power enthusiasts.
All AMRS members are encouraged to use the LCO/RSO Course Notes to learn more about this fantastic hobby. Even those who pass the exam and those who are experienced beyond the basics should review it from time-to-time.
To access the courses, please log in to the members section of this website.
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