There will be further development of scuba skills, diving-related physics and physiology, dive planning and table use, search and recovery, accident management, diver assists and rescue. Related subjects to be covered are seamanship and small boat handling, and VHF marine radio operation, as well as scuba compressor use. Prerequisite is successful completion of PE 29, Basic scuba or comparable training from a nationally recognized scuba diver training agency, and at least 12 logged openwater dives. Additional medical exams must be completed, divers must demonstrate competence in basic-level skin and scuba diving skills. All privately owned dive equipment must be in good working order, and documentation of annual regulator service is to be provided.
Admission is with instructor's approval.
This course provides all the prerequisites for enrollment in PE 128B, Scientific Diving Techniques. Offered in Winter quarter. There are two required weekend open ocean dive trips to Bodega Bay. Along with more development of theory and techniques taught in PE 128A, this course will provide lectures and practical application of advanced diving techniques. How to use these diving skills in a subtidal research project will be discussed and practiced.