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MAR 11000 - Introduction to Scientific Diving

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This course introduces skills for open water snorkeling and SCUBA diving. Emphasis in on the selection and use of specialized equipment, hyperbaric theory, proper planning, diving rescue skills, use of recreational dive tables, and first-aid specific to the activity. Heavy emphasis placed on hazard assessment and safety issues. Course meets Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) and Global Underwater Explorers (GUE) standards for Open Water Diver certification. Certification fees are not included in course fees. Students are required to pay a dive equipment rental fee. Prerequisites: Swim 400 yards in less than 12 minutes. Tread water for 10 minutes. Offered Fall.


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