SDI Driver Propulsion Vehicle Diver (DPV)
€ 180,00
The SDI Diver Propulsion Vehicle Diver Course is designed to train divers in the use of a Diver Propulsion Vehicle (DPV) and familiarize them with the skills, knowledge, planning, organization, procedures, techniques, problems, and hazards of using a DPV in a non-overhead environment.
Who this course is for:
The certified diver looking to maximize the amount of area they can cover during a dive by using a DPV Individuals that may have limited use of their legs for diving
Course Duration:
Courses should not be treated as a race or something that can be skipped through quickly. Please remember training does not guarantee certification, we need to ensure you fully understand the training and will be a safe diver on certification. We follow a loved one clause that when certified we would be happy you could safely dive with one of our loved ones.
The e-learning and academic portion of this course should be completed before starting in water training and exercises. The duration of this piece is dependant on your availability. During this time our instructors are on hand to assist with questions or any element you may struggle with.
For many courses the swimming pool or confined water sessions give us time to practice and carry out skills in a controlled environment. We do not fix specific number of pool sessions as it is dependant on your comfort level with skills before moving to open water.
The open water element is again determined more by time in water rather than number of dives. We prefer longer dives building experience rather than quick short 20 minute ‘dips’.
We will strive to meet your timelines and requirements where possible and will always be dependant on student availability to attend sessions.
Course prerequisites & forms:
SDI Open Water Scuba Diver or equivalent
Minimum age 18, 15 with parental consent
Forms:
Medical Form
Liability Release
What you can expect to learn:
The SDI Diver Propulsion Vehicle Diver Course takes an in-depth look at all of the following and more:
Physics
Pressure review
Review of air embolisms and decompression theory
Review of ascents/descents with regards to pressure changes
Review dive tables and computers
Diver propulsion vehicle (DPV) considerations
Advantages of using a diver propulsion vehicle (DPV)
Features to consider when choosing a DPV
Types of DPVs
Accessories
Overview of DPVs used for this Course
Maximizing battery life
Battery safety tips
Maintenance, storing and transporting
Dive planning and safety considerations
Air consumption and decompression
Battery endurance
Determining the turn-around time point
Safety considerations
Vehicle failure
Depth and descent/ascent considerations
Avoiding propeller entanglements and obstructions
Using the Buddy System SDI Instructor Manual
Diver propulsion vehicle (DPV) use
Pre-dive preparation
Water entries
DPV use at the surface
Riding tandem
Orientation and descent procedures
Ascent and exit procedures
Post dive maintenance
Some of the required skills you will have to demonstrate include:
Dive plan
Proper entry
Surface use of DPV
Descent with DPV
Underwater tour
Monitor DPV and air consumption
Ascent and exit
Log dive
What’s in it for you?
Upon successful completion of this course, graduates may engage in diving activities without direct supervision of the SDI Instructor* so long as the following limits are adhered to:
The diving activities approximate those of training
The areas of activities approximate those of training
Environmental conditions approximate those of training
Also, the SDI Diver Propulsion Vehicle Diver certification counts towards a single specialty rating to achieve the SDI Advanced Diver Development Program.
How to take this course?
Availability to start every week.
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Price & Value:
SDI Driver Propulsion Vehicle Diver (DPV) – €150,00
*Fully inclusive of all e-learning, equipment required for the course, training and certification on successful completion.
We focus on and are proud of the skill level, knowledge, decision making, experience and readiness of divers to dive at levels which they have been trained. We want to invest in you, your safety and ability to dive, then come home with amazing stories.
Our courses are priced as such and we do not hide additional costs. We are are very flexible for training, especially in terms of dates or location as we know we all have busy lives and work commitments. However if for reasons outside of weather, illness or other such emergencies a course/training can not be completed in the standard training schedule we will charge for extra days at €150,00 per day.
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