Intro to Tech

The TDI Intro to Tech Course is an introductory course that expands on recreational training by improving dive planning methods, in-water skills, and streamlining existing gear configurations in a controlled and fun learning environment.


What you can expect to learn

  • In-depth dive planning, advanced buoyancy control, gas management, situational awareness, proper trim, gear configuration and selection

Course Equipment Requirements

  • Primary cylinder(s) cylinder volume appropriate for diving conditions and diver gas consumption
  • Primary regulators
    • Primary and alternate second stage required on all primary cylinder(s)
    • Submersible pressure gauges are required on all primary cylinder(s)
  • Depth gauge and automatic bottom timer and/or dive computer
  • Buoyancy compensator device appropriate for equipment configuration
  • Ascent reel with lift bag/surface marker buoy
    • Appropriate for maximum planned depth
    • Lift bag or surface marker buoy with adequate lift and size for the dive environment
  • Exposure protection appropriate for local diving condition
  • Slates / wet-notes

Course Prerequisites

  • Minimum age 18, 15 with parental consent
  • Minimum certification: SDI Open Water Scuba Diver or equivalent
  • Proof of 25 logged open water dives

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