Stephen - here is a site that offers the basics of working FM birds ...

http://www.work-sat.com

For working the SSB birds - and a LOT more, please visit ...

http://www.amsat-uk.org

... and ...

http://ww2.amsat.org/ (AMSAT-NA)

There are plenty of excellent articles and help on those three sites for you!

And do not hesitate to ask your question here!

Clint K6LCS