Advanced Nitrox

INTRODUCTION:
         This course examines the use of EAN 21 through 100% (oxygen) for optimal mixes to a depth of 150 fsw / 45 msw.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
          The objective 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.

 

STUDENT PREREQUISITES
          A.  Minimum age of 15 years.
          B.  Minimum certification of TDI Nitrox Diver (or equivalent).
          C.  Proof of 25 logged open water dives, or equivalent at the discretion of the instructor, in the environment                  in which the course is being presented.

REQUIRED COURSE MINIMUMS
           A.  Classroom/Briefing:   6 hours.
           B.  Open water dives:   4 (with a minimum accumulated bottom time of 100 minutes).
           C.  TDI Advanced Nitrox Manual.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
           The following equipment is the minimum required for each student:
           A.  Alternative second stage ("octopus") attached to a primary regulator or a redundant scuba unit (13 cf                    minimum).
           B.  A submersible pressure gauge.
           C.  Depth gauge and automatic bottom timer and/or dive computer.
           D.  Buoyancy compensator with power inflator.
           E.  Exposure suit adequate for the open water environment.
           F.  Cylinder and regulator properly labeled and cleaned as required for EAN mixtures.
           G.  Access to oxygen analyzer (instructor may supply).

REQUIRED OPEN WATER SKILLS
           Maximum Training depths shall not exceed 150 fsw / 45 msw.  The following open water skills must be              completed by the student during all open water dives:
           A.  Properly analyze gas mixtures.
           B.  Demonstrate adequate pre-dive planning:
                1.   Limits based on personal gas consumption;
                2.   Limits based on oxygen exposures at planned depth with actual mix;
                3.   Limits based on nitrogen absorption at planned depth with actual mix.
           C.  Properly execute the planned dive within all predetermined limits.
 
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
           In order to complete this course, students must:
           A.  Satisfactorily complete the TDI Advanced Nitrox Diver Course written examination.
           B.  Complete all open water requirements safely and efficiently.
           C.  Demonstrate mature, sound judgement concerning dive planning and execution.

QUALIFICATIONS OF GRADUATES:
          A.  Upon successful completion of this course, graduates may engage in diving activities utilizing EAN 21                   through 100% (oxygen) without direct supervision so long as:
                1.   The diving activities approximate those of training;
                2.   The areas of diving activities approximate those of training;
                3.   Environmental conditions approximate those of training.

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