Tech Level I:
The Tech Level I training is your next step in your technical dive training after the Foundations course. During your Tech Level I training, you will be introduced to more advanced dive theory, methods, and procedures for conducting planned stage decompression dives to a maximum depth of 150 fsw using various breathing gases. You will learn how to plan and conduct these staged decompression dives using a single decompression gas for both accelerated deco and better rock bottom gas planning. Since a deco bottle is added in this course, you will learn how to manipulate the bottle underwater and what effect it has on buoyancy and trim. Again, a great deal of time will be spent on expanding the fundamental skills a diver learned in their Foundations course. At Professional Scuba Instruction, we always promote the team diving concept, therefore in this course you will function as a member of a team as you plan and execute your dives.
Some students ask us, "why do staged decompression dives?" By learning the procedures for performing decompression dives, you will be able to stay longer at depth and have the knowledge, equipment, and skills to make a proper ascent. This means that you can enjoy wrecks or reefs beyond the recreational limits and get to those sites your have always wanted to visit. Remember, anyone can go deep but only with proper training can you come back to do it again - Professional Scuba Instruction will teach you how to go there and back safely!
Course Fee: $500
Course fee includes: Academic training sessions, educational materials, gas fills, and a minimum of four decompression dives.
Additional fees: Certification processing, rental gear, and dive site admission/charter fee
Minimum age: 18
Tech Level II:
After the successful completion of Tech Level I and the students have conducted some dives outside of training to further develop their awareness and skills as a Tech Level I diver, they can take the Tech Level II course. Tech Level II allows the diver to extend their depth range and perform staged decompression dives to a maximum depth of 200 fsw using trimix. During training, we will examine more advanced dive theory, methods, and procedures for performing extended range dives that require multiple decompression gases, stage bottles to extend bottom time, and/or multiple stop ceilings. The hazards associated with these types of dives and the careful planning they require are covered in extensive detail. During this course you will continue to refine your decompression techniques and further develop key skills for technical diving. A diver's fundamental skills must be solid at this level since this course will add more levels of complexity - depth, time, equipment, etc...
One of the major benefits of diving with a helium based mix is that it allows you to perform deeper dives while significantly reducing – almost eliminating – the effects of nitrogen narcosis. By reducing the narcotic effect of your breathing gas, you can maintain your cognitive ability and your ability to perform fine motor skills, thereby increasing your awareness and safety on a dive. Not to mention the major benefit of being able to remember your dive!
Course Fee: $1250
Course fee includes: Academic training sessions, educational materials, gas fills, and a minimum of four decompression dives.
Additional fees: Certification processing, rental gear, and dive site admission/boat charter fees
Minimum age: 18
