Curriculum

11 Sections
31 Lessons
1 Week

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Introduction
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the course structure, equipment requirements, and practical application.
4
Cave Environments
Understand underwater cave diversity, formation, geological factors, safety challenges, navigation aids, landowner relations, and conservation strategies for safe cave diving.
4
Equipment Selection and Maintenance
Explore the specialized equipment required for cave diving and develop the skills to properly maintain and troubleshoot this gear in challenging underwater conditions.
4
Environmental Awareness
Understand the importance of conservation and responsible diving practices in cave environments, and learn how to minimize your impact on these delicate ecosystems.
3
Cave Diving Techniques
Develop proficiency in specialized cave diving techniques, including line laying, reel use, and buoyancy control in confined spaces. Acquire the skills to navigate tight passages and make sound decisions in complex underwater environments.
3
Navigational Techniques
3
Safety Protocols
Learn essential safety measures specific to cave diving, including emergency procedures, equipment considerations, and risk management strategies tailored to the challenges of cave exploration.
3
Emergency Procedures
3
Accident Analysis
Acquire the knowledge and skills needed to respond effectively to emergency situations in the cave environment, including buddy rescue techniques and evacuation procedures.
3
Continuing Education
Stay abreast of the latest advancements in cave diving by cultivating a commitment to ongoing learning. Explore avenues for further specialization, engage in professional development opportunities, and become familiar with resources that support a lifelong journey of learning and skill refinement in the field of cave diving.
3
Final Exam
Used to evaluate understanding and retention of the course material.
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What are the key distinctions in the configuration of cave diving equipment compared to traditional technical deep diving setups?
How does the prevalence of sidemount usage in cave diving impact equipment choices, and why are lift bags or marker buoys typically unnecessary?
What are the primary goals when selecting and configuring cave diving equipment, with a focus on backups, accessibility, gear streamlining, and buoyancy control?
Why do cave divers prioritize masks with specific features such as comfort, low volume, a wide field of vision, and black silicone skirts?
What makes flat-bladed (“paddle”) fins preferable for cave diving’s specialized kicks, and how do they contribute to the overall safety and efficiency of the dive?
In terms of exposure protection, why is a 7 mm full-length wetsuit or dry suit crucial in cave diving, especially in colder conditions with extended bottom times?
How does the configuration of gas delivery equipment, including considerations for cylinders and regulators, differ in cave diving, and why is redundancy essential for safety?
What are the common choices for harness and air cells in cave diving, and how do they parallel those in traditional technical deep diving?
Why is instrumentation, such as depth and time monitoring, crucial in cave diving, and what recommendations are provided for redundancy in this aspect of equipment?
What role do line markers, such as directional arrows, cookies, and clothespins, play in cave diving navigation, and why is it emphasized that each diver carries a minimum of three markers for safety and navigational awareness?

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