Extended Basic Skills

Preparation for technical diving

The Extended Basic Skills course serves as preparation for technical diving and advanced training. The program comprises theory (gas planning, decompression, backup planning), problem solving and team diving, stage cylinder handling workshop, and deep dive training. Extensive theory and dive training distinguish SwedTech from other organizations.

Duration

Min 10 hours practical water training, 10 hours theory and briefings

Prerequisites

Minimum age 18, SwedTech Scuba Diver certification (or equivalent), proof of at least 50 logged dives, excellent health status

Learning Objectives

Configure technical diving equipment per SwedTech standards
Handle stage cylinders with bottom gas
Plan dives using Nitrox as bottom mix and for decompression
Work with helium-based mixes to reduce narcotic depth
Understand overhead diving environments and decompression ceilings
Troubleshoot technical equipment problems
Manage gas loss scenarios
Master advanced swimming techniques
Demonstrate excellent buoyancy control
Execute coordinated team diving

Course Limits & Requirements

Maximum depth (dives 2-3): 30 meters
Maximum depth (dive 4): 40 meters
Maximum PO2: 1.4 bar
Maximum END: 30 meters
No physical overhead diving
Maximum 3 students per instructor

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