Course programme

4 x theory lectures
2 x dry practical tutorials
1 x confined open water lesson
2 x open water lessons

Theory lessons and dry practicals and workshops will usually run on Thursday evenings from 8.30pm – 10.00pm in our lecture room but please check individual courses as they are advertised for confirmation.

Open water lessons will usually be run at NDAC or Stoney Cove. Please check with the course manager for full details.

Course entry requirements

In order to attend this course, students must comply with the following:

• be a minimum of BSAC Sports Diver (or equivalent with certification to a depth of 30 metres).
  Sports Divers who qualified prior to the inclusion of nitrox into the Sports Diver course should have completed the BSAC nitrox workshop.
• Have completed the Buoyancy workshop and achieved buoyancy and trim skills to the level of BSAC Gold standard.
  Able to hold a horizontal position in the water within a depth range of
  +0.5 metres with minimal movement of fins or arms.
• Must be able to demonstrate a level of proficiency in diving.
  This usually entails a minimum of 20 logged dives since qualifying
  as a BSAC Sports Diver
• Provide evidence of logged dives to a minimum depth of 30 metres.

Equipment requirements

In addition to standard dive kit, all students will need:

Assessment

Continuous assessment during theory and practical sessions.

Costs 

Two different packs are available for this course.

Pack A members price £50.00*
This pack is intended for all Sports Diver or above and includes

Pack B: members price £36.00*
This pack is intended for anyone who has completed BSAC Nitrox courses previously and already has Nitrox Tables. The pack includes

More details about this SDC can be found on the BSAC website.

* All prices correct July 2010.