This fun program has been designed to introduce recreational divers to the equipment and diving techniques used by the commercial diving industry. It is not a certification program.

On this page you will find information on course details, course prerequisites, course synopsis, the subjects covered and what's included in the course.

 Course Details

•  Duration - 2 Days.

•  Location - The Underwater Centre Fremantle.

•  Minimum Number - 4 (Group bookings only).

•  Maximum Number - 6.

•  Price - $540.00.

•  Deposit - A $200.00 deposit is required to confirm a position.

•  Inclusions - Price includes text books, all equipment for the duration of the course, and     all certification fees and equipment for the course.

Course dates are available on application. For more information contact webmaster@tucf.com.au.

 Prerequisites

The following are the mandatory prerequisites for the course:

•  PADI Open Water Diver or approved equivalent.
•  18 years of age.
•  Medically in date.

The following are recommend prerequisites that will enhance the enjoyment of your introduction to commercial diving:

•  PADI Search & Recovery Diver.
•  PADI Advanced Open Water Diver.
•  PADI Deep Diver.

 Course Synopsis

To introduce recreational divers to the equipment and diving techniques used by the commercial diving industry. The program is not a certification course and does not imply or provide accreditation as a commercial diver.

 Subjects Covered

Theory of decompression chambers and surface supplied diving operations. Practical diving will include a decompression chamber dive to 50 metres; surface supplied diving in the pool and ocean; use of underwater communications, full face masks and helmets; and two "working" dives!

 Inclusions

Surface supplied diving equipment, text book and participation certification are provided. For more information on the conduct of the course click here.