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