TDI Technical Dive Courses

Advanced NITROX

OUTLINE

This course examines the use of EAN 21 through 100% (oxygen) for optimal mixes to a depth of 130fsw/40msw. The object of this course is to train divers in the benefits, hazards and proper procedures for utilizing EAN 21 through 100% (oxygen) for dives not requiring staged decompression . (Decompression techniques may be combined with this course at the discretion of the instructor).

PREREQUISITES FOR ENTERING THE COURSE

  • Minimum age 15 (unless combined with Decompression Procedure – Minimum 18)
  • Nitrox Diver Certification. Proof of 25 logged dives on EANx.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

  • Classroom hours – 8 to 12
  • 4 Nitrox dives. Student divers must demonstrate use of a reel, lift bag, stage bottle and participate in an emergency gas supply loss scenario and rescue simulation of a diver experiencing underwater convulsions.
  • We recommend combining this course with a Blender Course.

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Decompression Procedures

OUTLINE
This course examines the theory, methods and procedures of planned stage decompression diving. The objective of this course is to train divers how to plan and conduct a standard staged decompression dive not exceeding a maximum depth of 150fsw/45msw unless taught in conjunction with advanced Nitrox, Extended Range or Advanced Wreck Courses. The most common equipment requirements, gear set-ups, decompression techniques and decompression mixtures (including oxygen and Nitrox) are presented.

PREREQUISITES FOR ENTERING THE COURSE

  • Minimum age 18
  • Minimum certification of a Diver
  • Minimum of 25 open water dives, or the equivalent at the discretion of the instructor, in the environment in which the course is being presented.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

  • The recommended number of classroom / briefing hours is 6
  • Open water Dives 4 decompression dives with a minimum accumulated bottom time of 100 minutes

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
The following equipment is required for each student:

  • Primary Cylinder(s) Cylinder volume appropriate for planned dive and student gas consumption.
  • Decompression Mix Cylinder(s)
    • Cylinder volume appropriate for the planned dive and student gas consumption with submersible pressure gauge
    • Labeled in accordance with TDI Standards
  • Depth gauge and automatic bottom timer and or dive computer
  • Regulator(s)
    • Primary and alternate 2nd stage required on all primary cylinders
    • Submersible pressure gauges are required on all primary cylinders
  • Buoyancy Compensator(s) adequate for equipment configuration
  • Jon-line and other rigging lines as dictated by site conditions
  • Ascent Reel with Lift Bag /Surface Marker Buoy
    • Adequate for maximum planned depth
    • Minimum of 50 lb lift bag
  • Exposure Suit adequate for the open water environment
  • Underwater Slate

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Extended Range

OUTLINE
This course provides the training and experience required to competently utilize air for dives up to 180 fsw/55msw that require staged decompression, utilizing Nitrox mixtures and oxygen during decompression.

PREREQUISITES FOR ENTERING THE COURSE

  • Minimum age 18
  • Minimum certification of TDI Advanced Nitrox Diver and TDI Decompression Procedures Diver
  • Minimum of 100 open water dives, 25 dives must be to depths greater than 100 fsw.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

  • The recommended number of classroom / briefing hours is 6
  • Open water Dives 4 decompression dives with a minimum accumulated bottom time of 100 minutes

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT

The following equipment is required for each student:

  • Primary Cylinder(s) Cylinder volume appropriate for planned dive and student gas consumption.
  • Decompression Mix Cylinder(s)
    • Cylinder volume appropriate for the planned dive and student gas consumption with submersible pressure gauge
    • Labeled in accordance with TDI Standards
  • Depth gauge and automatic bottom timer and or dive computer
  • Regulator(s)
    • Primary and alternate 2nd stage required on all primary cylinders
    • Submersible pressure gauges are required on all primary cylinders
  • Buoyancy Compensator(s) adequate for equipment configuration
  • Jon-line and other rigging lines as dictated by site conditions
  • Ascent Reel with Lift Bag /Surface Marker Buoy
    • Adequate for maximum planned depth
    • Minimum of 50 lb lift bag
  • Exposure Suit adequate for the open water environment
  • Underwater Slate

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Entry Trimix

OUTLINE
This course provides the training required to competently and safely utilize breathing gasses containing helium for dives that require staged decompression, utilizing Nitrox and/or oxygen mixtures during decompression to a maximum depth of 200fsw/60msw.

The objective of this course is to train divers in the benefits, hazards and proper procedures of utilizing custom The objective of this course is to train divers in the benefits, hazards and proper procedures of utilizing custom oxygen / helium / nitrogen mixtures as breathing gases.

PREREQUISITES FOR ENTERING THE COURSE

  • Minimum age of 18
  • Minimum certification as a TDI Advanced Nitrox Diver and Decompression Procedures Diver (or equivalent).
  • Minimum of 100 logged dives or equivalent at the discretion of the instructor.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

  • Classroom Briefing – 1 Hour
  • Open water Dives
    • 4 with a minimum accumulated bottom time of 100 minutes, with at least two dives deeper than 130 fsw /40 msw
    • Two dives may be credited from the Extended Range course or equivalent at the discretion of the Instructor
  • We recommend combining this course with the Advanced Gas Blender Course.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
The following equipment is required for each student:

  • Bottom Mix Cylinder(s)
    • Cylinder volume appropriate for planned dive and student gas consumption
    • Dual outlet valve, double manifold or independent doubles
    • Labelled in accordance with TDI Standards
  • Decompression Mix Cylinder(s)
    • Cylinder volume appropriate for planned dive and student gas consumption
    • Labelled in accordance with TDI Standards
  • Suit Inflation Cylinder (required for dry suit divers only)
  • Regulators
    • Primary and primary redundant required on all bottom mix cylinder(s)
    • Submersible pressure gauges are required on all primary / bottom mix cylinders
    • A contingency use long hose second stage should be designated and appropriately rigged to facilitate air sharing at depth if necessary
    • It is strongly recommended that 3 required regulators be all DIN or all yoke.
  • Buoyancy Compensator(s) adequate for equipment configuration
  • Redundant Depth and Timing Devices – Air decompression computers allowed for use as depth and timing devices
  • Redundant Light System if required by site
  • Ascent Reel with Lift Bag/Surface Marker Buoy
    • Adequate for maximum planned depth
    • Minimum of 50 lb. lift bag (a dump valve highly recommended)
  • Exposure suit adequate for the open water environment
  • Line Cutting Device
  • Underwater Slate (for decompression / contingency tables)

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Advanced Trimix

OUTLINE

This course provides the training required to competently and safely utilize breathing gasses containing helium for dives that require staged decompression, utilizing Nitrox and/or oxygen mixtures during decompression to a maximum depth of 330fsw/100msw.

PREREQUISITES FOR ENTERING THE COURSE

  • Minimum age of 18
  • Minimum certification as an Extended Range Diver or Entry Level Trimix Diver (or equivalent)
  • Minimum of 100 logged dives or equivalent at the discretion of the instructor, with 25 deeper that 100FSW (30msw).
  • Prior logged experience with double cylinders and any unfamiliar equipment (e.g dry suits).

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

  • Classroom Briefing 1 Hour
  • Open water Dives
  • 4 with a minimum accumulated bottom time of 100 minutes, with at least two dives deeper than 180 fsw /40 msw
  • Two dives may be credited from the Extended Range course or equivalent at the discretion of the Instructor
  • We recommend combining this course with the Advanced Gas Blender Course.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT

  • The following equipment is required for each student:
  • Bottom Mix Cylinder(s)
    • Cylinder volume appropriate for planned dive and student gas consumption
    • Dual outlet valve, double manifold or independent doubles
    • Labelled in accordance with TDI Standards
  • Travel Mix Cylinder(s)
    • Cylinder volume appropriate for planned dive and student gas consumption
    • Labelled in accordance with TDI Standards
  • Decompression Mix Cylinder(s)
    • Cylinder volume appropriate for planned dive and student gas consumption
    • Labelled in accordance with TDI Standards
  • Suit Inflation Cylinder (required for dry suit divers only)
    • Regulators
    • Primary and primary redundant required on all bottom mix cylinder(s)
    • Submersible pressure gauges are required on all primary / bottom mix cylinders
    • A contingency use long hose second stage should be designated and appropriately rigged to facilitate air sharing at depth if necessary
    • It is strongly recommended that 4 required regulators be all DIN or all yoke.
  • Buoyancy Compensator(s) adequate for equipment configuration
  • Redundant Depth and Timing Devices – Air decompression computers allowed for use as depth and timing devices
  • Redundant Light System if required by site
  • Ascent Reel with Lift Bag/Surface Marker Buoy
    • Adequate for maximum planned depth
    • Minimum of 50 lb. lift bag (a dump valve highly recommended)
  • Exposure suit adequate for the open water environment
  • Line Cutting Device
  • Underwater Slate (for decompression / contingency tables)

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Advanced Wreck

OUTLINE

This course provides the training and experience to competently conduct advanced wreck dives. This program includes penetration skills and techniques to a maximum depth of 55 msw (180 fsw). The objective of the course is to train divers in the proper techniques , equipment requirements and hazards of wreck diving.

Topics include: guideline use and following, Emergency procedures, equipment considerations, dive procedures, hazards of wreck diving and overhead environments, penetration lines, research and locating, and contingency planning.

PREREQUISITES FOR ENTERING THE COURSE

  • Minimum age of 18
  • Certified as an Advanced Open Water Diver
  • Proof of at least 50 dives.
  • Certified as Basic Wreck or Cavern or Equivalent.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum classroom and briefing of 8 hours
  • 6 penetration/overhead dives and an accumulated bottom time of one hundred minutes.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT

The following equipment is required for each student:

  • Bottom Mix Cylinder(s)
    • Cylinder volume appropriate for planned dive and student gas consumption
    • Dual outlet valve, double manifold or independent doubles
    • Labelled in accordance with TDI Standards
  • Travel Mix Cylinder(s)
    • Cylinder volume appropriate for planned dive and student gas consumption
    • Labelled in accordance with TDI Standards
  • Decompression Mix Cylinder(s)
    • Cylinder volume appropriate for planned dive and student gas consumption
    • Labelled in accordance with TDI Standards
  • Suit Inflation Cylinder (required for dry suit divers only)
  • Regulators
    • Primary and primary redundant required on all bottom mix cylinder(s)
    • Submersible pressure gauges are required on all primary / bottom mix cylinders
    • A contingency use long hose second stage should be designated and appropriately rigged to facilitate air sharing at depth if necessary
    • It is strongly recommended that 4 required regulators be all DIN or all yoke.
  • Buoyancy Compensator(s) adequate for equipment configuration
  • Redundant Depth and Timing Devices – Air decompression computers allowed for use as depth and timing devices
  • Light Systems
    • Primary
    • Backup
  • Ascent Reel with Lift Bag/Surface Marker Buoy
    • Adequate for maximum planned depth
    • Minimum of 50 lb. lift bag (a dump valve highly recommended)
  • Exposure suit adequate for the open water environment
  • Line Cutting Device
  • Underwater Slate (for decompression / contingency tables)
  • Reels
    • Primary penetration reel
    • Safety reel

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NITROX Gas Blender

OUTLINE

This course enables the successful candidate to engage in the preparation of high quality scuba gases. The objective of this course is to train candidates in the proper procedures needed for the preparation and blending of high quality gases.

PREREQUISITES FOR ENTERING THE COURSE

  • Minimum age of 18

QUALIFICATIONS OF GRADUATES
Upon successful completion of this course, graduates may engage in the blending of Nitrox gases, without direct supervision.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

  • Classroom Hours – 2
  • Candidates must successfully blend and analyse five cylinders of Nitrox gas.

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Advanced Gas Blender

OUTLINE

The objective of this course is to train candidates in the proper procedures needed for the preparation and blending of high quality TRIMIX gasses.

PREREQUISITES FOR ENTERING THE COURSE

  • Minimum age 18
  • Certified Nitrox Diver and Nitrox Blender

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

  • Classroom hours – 8
  • Responsibility of the Gas Blender. Gases of Diving. Oxygen Handling. Gas Production Equipment. Mixing Techniques. Oxygen Analysis. Cylinder Handling and Sign Out.
  • Hands On blending Trimix

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Technical Divemaster

OUTLINE

This program is designed to develop the skills and Knowledge necessary for an individual to lead certified Technical divers in the open water environment.

PREREQUISITES FOR ENTERING THE COURSE

  • Be a minimum age of eighteen (18).
  • Hold a certification as a sport Diver Dive Master.
  • Hold current CPR and First Aid Certification.
  • Have a current medical examination.
  • Proof of fifty ( 50 ) logged open water dives.
  • Hold the Technical Diver Rating in which you are applying for Dive Master certification.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

  • Four dives are required with a minimum accumulated bottom time of one hundred (100) minutes.
  • The Minimum Number of classroom and briefing hours is ten ( 10 ).

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