Can it be that you do not yet have a copy of the Practical Test Standards?

You will be required to:

"Exhibit knowledge of the elements related to navigation systems (not just
VOR) and radar services.

Demonstrate the ability to use an airborne electronic navigation system

Locate the airplane's location using the navigation system

Intercept and track a given course, radial, or bearing, as appropriate

Recognize and describe the indication of station passage, if appropriate

Recognize signal loss and take appropriate action

Use proper communication procedure when utilizing radar services

Maintain the appropriate altitude plus-minus 200 feet and headings
plus-minus 15 degrees"

Lots more than simple tracking.

Bob Gardner

"Koopas Ly" wrote in message
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Howdy ya'll,

Is it expected of a student pilot on his private pilot checkride to
intercept a VOR radial and fly towards the station?

Thanks,
Alex