This subject introduces students to the safe procedures of arc welding, exothermic and oxy-arc cutting techniques used underwater. This subject is designed to provide basic theory and practical skills based on the requirements of today's diving industry. It will examine marine structures with emphasis on marine building materials, covering their design and application as related to pipelines, pile structures, seawalls, docks and dams. Federal and provincial regulations will be examined as they apply to working conditions in the diving industry. This subject introduces students to some basic practical engineering skills.
Topics covered include blueprint reading and land surveying.
Students will also learn the basics of small engine maintenance and repair. In addition, the safety considerations, equipment and procedures used in diving in contaminated environments will be studied. This subject continues the practical training of students working on a dive site as a diver and tender. Students will learn operational techniques associated with air diving in depths requiring in-water decompression. Topics include dive station set-up and dive panel operation.