Radar, Airfield, and Weather Systems (RAWS) CDC Volume 1 Practice Test

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• The Joint Operations Plan is intended for use by which group during planning?
• What is the basic communication language or protocol of the Internet?
• What is REIL and where are these lights located?
• Operating Instructions (OI) are typically published at which level?
• If a router does not know how to forward a packet, what does it do?
• In positive acknowledgment, what action does the sender take regarding data packets?
• In aviation navigation, what does Distance Measuring Equipment (DME) stand for?
• Which statement best describes what a VOR provides to navigators?
• What information system supports base, wing, and work center level training management activities?
• What is considered the standard Unix editor?
• What is low-level wind shear and why is LLWAS important?
• Where is the newly graduated 3-level required to attend training after arriving at his or her new base?
• What is the purpose of RF safety standards in RAWS operations?
• How can birds near a radar site affect system performance and what mitigations are used?
• What is the main goal of the Utilization and Training Workshop (U&TW)?
• What agency acts as the lead command for the creation and application of criteria, procedures, and precision equipment for worldwide instrument flight operations, air traffic control, airfield management, and air traffic control and landing systems for the Air Force?
• What network type is essentially a private Internet for an organization?
• Using the Joint Electronics Type Designation System, what does 'GRR' represent?
• How does the radar system reduce ground clutter in its displays?
• Which editor is traditionally associated with Unix environments and often used for scripting and text editing?
• In which octet of an IP address can you identify the class of the address?
• Carabiners used in climbing should be rated to handle how many pounds?
• What is a common way malicious code can get into your system?
• Which protocol is commonly used to send small, unreliable messages in a TCP/IP context?
• Which hardware component is primarily responsible for generating the images displayed on the monitor?
• Which dictates when air traffic control squadrons are activated for deployment?
• Which item is typically logged to ensure traceability after maintenance or testing?
• How does TACAN differ from VOR, and what is a VORTAC?
• Doppler radar is primarily used to detect what at airports?
• What do allied communication publications do?
• Which security mode is commonly used with Wi-Fi networks to permit password-protected access?
• ADX is the online repository for FAA publications. What does ADX stand for?
• Which device connects multiple LAN segments and separates collision domains by filtering traffic at the data link layer?
• If the wrong type RG cable is used in a system, what could happen?
• What resource priority level (PL) is assigned to resources for which the loss, theft, destruction, misuse, or compromise would cause significant harm to the war-fighting capability of the United States?
• When an organization submits a security standard waiver request, what compensatory measures should be taken until fix actions occur?
• What is the function of anemometer calibration and how often is it typically performed?
• Which action is not a determining factor for the severity of an electric shock?
• Doppler radar in weather systems detects wind shear primarily through what signal?
• Which surveillance system obtains aircraft identity and altitude from transponder replies?
• What directory is the highest-level directory in the Unix file system?
• What are the three types of IPv6 addresses?
• How is RF grounding and bonding typically ensured in RAWS installations?
• What navigation information do VOR and DME provide when used together?
• Where are basic input:output (BIOS) settings saved?
• DME provides which type of information when used with VOR?
• Which two common approach lighting systems provide lead-in lighting to assist approaches in low visibility?
• Which statement about electrical arcing is true?
• If an encryption key is compromised, which consequence is most likely?
• How are VOR/DME ground-check tolerances typically expressed?
• Marker beacon test verifies signals for which markers?
• What is the primary purpose of Primary Surveillance Radar (PSR) in airfield operations?
• IPv6 addresses are how much larger than IPv4 addresses?
• Which is not a type of facility secured area?
• What is the purpose of an ILS test set?
• What does CFETP stand for?
• Category III ILS operations can be conducted with what characteristics under certain conditions?
• What is the difference between visibility and Runway Visual Range (RVR)?
• Which operational support flight performs maintenance on radar, NAVAIDS, weather, and ATC radio systems?
• Which measures are commonly used to reduce bird-related clutter near radar systems?
• What does non-ionizing radiation cause?
• On a primary surveillance radar display, what do bearing and range refer to?
• Runway Visual Range (RVR) is used for what purpose in flight operations?
• Which technology is a graphics interface developed to enhance PC graphics performance?
• What type of power supply is most commonly used in computers today?
• What publications are usually written at a lower organizational level, such as the squadron and flight level?
• What is a common failure mode for runway edge lights?
• Using an incorrect RG cable type in a radio or data system may lead to which result?
• Which operational support flight provides airfield management and air traffic operations services to the base flying wing transient and civil users?
• In METAR, which element reports precipitation and other weather phenomena?
• Why is it essential to back up critical data stored on hard disk drives?
• In what topology does each workstation act as a repeater for a transmission?
• During a routine pre-operational RAWS check, which step comes immediately after sensors and cables are checked?
• Which standard is the most commonly used for wireless networking?
• Which organization is the authority for information technology (IT) communications within the Department of Defense (DOD)?
• What is the purpose of a ground fault protection device in RAWS installations?
• In RVR reporting, what does TDZ stand for and indicate?
• Which topology consists of devices connected to a common or shared cable?
• What is the primary purpose of a router's routing table?
• Which topology features each computer connected to a central device via its own link?
• When working on energized equipment, what is a good practice to perform?
• What is a characteristic of static routing when the network changes?
• Where can you find the sampling plan for unit type code (UTC) equipment evaluations?
• The headquarters of the 557th Weather Wing is located at Offutt AFB in which state?
• Ceilometer data is used in METAR and aviation forecasts to determine what?
• What are common responsibilities of RAWS technicians regarding documentation?
• What online system functions to acquire, improve, publish, catalog, manage, store, distribute and display official technical orders?
• Which statement is true regarding electrical arcing?
• What are the two primary weather radar products used for precipitation and wind information?
• What was developed to enhance a computer's video subsystem because of the increased performance requirements in high-end PCs?
• The ILS test set is used to generate test signals during maintenance and calibration for which navigation aid components?
• What layer of the Open Systems Interconnect (OSI) model provides a variety of coding and conversion functions applied to application layer data?
• What is the purpose of a test point in diagnosing a radar system fault?
• Which statement best describes the overall value of standardization in the DoD?
• Who is the only entity that can grant exemptions to OSHA standards?
• What instrument measures cloud ceiling for aviation weather reporting?
• In an Instrument Landing System (ILS), what is the function of the glide slope?
• What does RO stand for in RVR reporting?
• What is PAPI and how does its color encode vertical guidance?
• Which outcome is achieved through military standardization?
• Why do workers suspended in a full body harness often lose consciousness after a fall?
• What device logically separates a single network into multiple segments or collision domains in Ethernet networks?
• What does a knot in a lanyard do to its overall strength?
• What is typically the first step when a weather sensor is non-operational?
• Which action is NOT a possible result of computer system damage originating from viruses?
• Why is military standardization beneficial to the Air Force?
• Which routing method requires manual configuration of fixed paths between nodes?
• A WAN connects networks that are typically separated by what?
• What are the two types of fall protection?
• What does the acronym DISA stand for in the context of DoD IT?
• The sampling plan referenced for UTC equipment evaluations is described in which document?
• When a client computer initiates contact with a server to request a specific service, which of the following is used?
• Which description correctly defines symmetric encryption?
• Why is regular calibration of wind sensors important?
• Encryption primarily provides which protective measure?
• Which designation is described as a General Radio Receiver in the Joint Electronics Type Designation System?
• Which information system uses inputs from various sources, provides the capability to view equipment status, and drill down capability to serial number information from all levels?
• Which information system provides the capability to view equipment status and drill down to serial number information from all levels?
• With a minimum amount of formal training time, which technical order serves as a manual of instruction in developing installation and maintenance proficiency?
• Which protocol enables TCP/IP to interconnect across networks?
• Why is lockout/tagout important during RAWS maintenance?
• Who is responsible for unit self-assessments?
• In navigation, what type of information does a VOR provide to pilots?
• QA evaluates all core base voice/video/data transport and transmission systems at what interval?
• Which OSI layer is responsible for data formatting and translation, ensuring that data from the application layer is presented consistently?
• In an Instrument Landing System (ILS), what is the function of the localizer?
• Who can authorize substitution of pre/post deployment inspections to satisfy requirements for equipment evaluation?
• What happens when a router cannot determine how to forward a received packet?
• What information is typically contained in a METAR?
• NOTAMs are issued to inform about outages and obstructions affecting RAWS operations.
• Who manages Air Force publications?
• What instruments measure wind at an airfield?
• Which marker sequence along the ILS approach path correctly lists outer, middle, and inner markers from farthest to nearest?
• Which current level is associated with potential cardiac arrest risk?
• Who provides critical maintenance and repair to navigational aids, instrument landing systems, and many other pieces of equipment to ensure the safety of aircrews?
• Which device is used to modulate and demodulate signals to enable digital communication over analog channels?
• Which topology consists of cabling segments from each computer connecting to a centralized component?
• What device modulates signals to encode digital information and demodulates signals to decode the transmitted information?
• When working on energized equipment, which best practice should be followed?
• Which protocol enables inter-networking by IP in the TCP/IP suite?
• Technicians will be decertified if they receive which rating on a personnel evaluation?
• Where are Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) publications located?
• Extranets are Intranets that share content with external groups such as customers or suppliers. Which term describes this arrangement?
• Who is typically responsible for unit self-assessments?
• What does MID stand for in RVR reporting?
• What amount of current flow through the human body can cause shock that may cause you to go into cardiac arrest?
• What elements are typically documented in a maintenance log entry?
• In airport radar systems, MTI is used to do what?
• What is the significance of the RVR value for pilot decision making?
• Who is the closing authority for unsatisfactory evaluations?
• What is a VORTAC and how is it used in civil aviation?
• What program is Operation Location Kilo responsible for managing?
• Which technical order provides instructions on modifying military systems or equipment?
• Which organization standardizes wireless local area network protocols commonly known as 802.11?
• What is the purpose of a marker beacon test?
• Flow control methods prevent network congestion by doing what?
• What is the difference between line-of-sight and slant range in radar systems?
• Joint publications provide guidance for military services to use while preparing what?
• Where are the details concerning specific responsibilities for your AFSC found?
• UDP is best for what type of transmission?
• Which evaluation assesses UTC personnel readiness against the UTC mission capability (MISCAP) and ensures mission reliability?
• Which program assesses the effectiveness of a work center's training program, technician competence, and technical and procedural data adequacy?
• Which system provides both lateral and vertical guidance during an instrument approach?
• Which connection type sends data packets to the receiving system without requiring a receipt acknowledgment?
• What are common symptoms of a misaligned ILS localizer?
• Static routing is best described as a routing method that:
• Which hazard is not an example of an environmental climbing hazard?
• What term describes a network that connects networks over geographical distances?
• What are the three RVR measurement locations and what do their values indicate?
• Which unit holds the closing authority for unsatisfactory evaluations?
• Which operating system is a clone of Unix?
• Which statement best describes the general differences between Category II and III ILS minimums compared to Category I?
• Why is it important to keep RAWS documentation up to date?
• Which course targets NCOs who completed Airman Leadership School?
• Operating Instructions (OI) are typically written for units at which level?
• How does weather radar detect wind shear using Doppler data?
• What performs the function of displaying the screen you see on a computer monitor?
• Which instruments are used together to measure wind at an airfield?
• What are common symptoms of a failed ILS glide slope?
• What is a NOTAM and what purpose does it serve for RAWS operations?
• First-Term Airman Center (FTAC) is the training location designated for which group after arriving at a new base?
• IPv6 addresses are larger than IPv4 addresses by what factor?
• Within the TCP/IP suite, what does TCP stand for?
• What is the purpose of forward scatter visibility sensors at an airport?
• Which agency leads the Air Force in establishing criteria and procedures for precision equipment used in instrument flight operations?
• RG cables are typically used for transmitting which type of signal?
• Which of the following is a primary reason to keep RAWS documentation current?
• What does CMOS stand for?
• Mil-Specs stands for what?
• Which organization is responsible for the civilian accreditation of the many industry standards used to develop the cyberspace support equipment the Air Force operates and maintains?
• Which information does Secondary Surveillance Radar (SSR) provide that Primary Surveillance Radar (PSR) does not?
• Where is the headquarters of the 557th Weather Wing located?
• Which markers are used in ILS for navigation and what are their typical positions?
• What describes the essential technical requirements for purchased material that is military unique or substantially modified commercial items?
• Doppler wind estimation provides what information for weather planning?
• Which practices help prevent RF exposure injuries when performing outdoor work near high-power RF equipment?
• Who provides the theater Air Force commander a rapid reaction mobile air control system and control/reporting center during worldwide contingencies?
• In encryption, a key is used to:
• Which METAR element describes cloud layers?
• How many traditional Unix directories are there?
• Which of the following represents the highest-level directory in a Unix file system?
• How is a non-operational weather sensor typically escalated and resolved?
• What basic safety considerations should be followed when working with high-power RF equipment outdoors?
• Which organization provides civilian accreditation of standards used for Air Force cyberspace equipment?
• Non-ionizing radiation effects include what outcome?
• What term describes the process of locking transmitted information with a secret key so that only someone with the same key can unlock it?
• Operation Location Kilo is associated with managing which program?
• Which evaluation focuses on UTC readiness against MISCAP and ensures mission reliability?
• What does the term ceiling refer to in aviation weather reporting?
• Who is the only entity that can grant exemptions to OSHA standards?