Technical courses

If you are interested in the technical aspects of diving, our courses on equipment, dive computers, compressors and Nitrox filling are what you’re looking for. Knowing more about the equipment that is used for diving increases your confidence and to allows you to take better care for it. Below you find the different courses that we have available for you.

Electronic Diving Instruments

All divers use a diving computer, but only few know how a diving computer calculates the data that are displayed. Decompression theory is the science that provides the basis for the mathematics diving computers use. In this course we explain how decompression theory works and the implications for dive computers. You will be introduced to aspects such as RGBM, the rational behind ascend speeds and safety stops, considerations for flying after diving and many other interesting aspects. As part of the course we simulate dives in a small recompression chamber to support the aspects you have been learning in theory. The course takes one day and you are recommended to have the book “Advanced Theory for Recreational Divers”.

Equipment Specialist

This course covers diving equipment at the level that is expected from divers with a higher certification, such as Divemasters. A big part of the course is dedicated to regulators, but also the other equipment items are covered. The course covers all aspects in theory, but the practical application is limited. After the course you know the difference between the different types of regulators (and the consequences of that difference) and know what to look for if you buy new equipment. You are recommended to have the book “Advanced Theory for Recreational Divers”. The course takes a full day.

Advanced Equipment Specialist

If you want to have more detailed knowledge of the technical features of diving equipment and if you prefer a course with more practical training, then the Advanced Equipment Specialty is for you. This course follows the content of the book “Diving Equipment Functioning & Care” and develops a high level of understanding of different equipment features and the consequences these features have for the performance and durability of your equipment. At times the course can be challenging, so you must have a real interest in the subject before you consider participation in a course at this level.

To complete this course you will need two full days. There is an option for this specialty to do the theory part of the course online. If you opted for e-learning, the practical part of your course can be finished in a day.

Compressor Handling

Some divers travel with their own compressor. Filling procedures are not thought as part of “normal” diving courses, but must be known before using a compressor. The compressor handling course informs you of the technical features and functioning of compressors and teaches you how to use and take care of a compressor. The course is also recommended for divers who have access to a compressor to fill their own cylinders. The course takes a full day.

Gas Blender

As an addition to a compressor handling course, we offer the Gas Blender course, which prepares you to fill Nitrox. In the course we cover the use of membranes, continues flow installations and partial pressure blending. Another part of the course is dedicated to cleaning equipment items as a preparation to bring those items in contact with elevated oxygen content. This aspect is needed to prevent problems with combustion during the filling process (to prevent contamination of the breathing gases with carbon monoxide). The training takes a full day and you are required to have the DSAT Gas Blender Manual.

The College can offer complete flexibility for the scheduling of your course. You can opt for half or full days, do several days of training without taking a break or take your course one day at a time. Learning is a personal experience and you should opt for a schedule that fits your needs. The current prices for our courses and services are found in the latest version of our brochure.

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