TDI Advanced Nitrox Diver
Course Overview
The TDI Advanced Nitrox Diver course allows divers to use enriched air nitrox (EAN 21 to EAN 100) up to a maximum depth of 40 meters/130 feet for non-staged decompression dives. It is foundational for technical diving and often combined with the TDI Decompression Procedures course.
Who This Course Is For
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Certified nitrox divers aiming to enhance their knowledge and skills with gas mixes containing over 40% oxygen.
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Divers interested in advancing their technical diving education.
Course Prerequisites
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Minimum age: 18 (or 15 with parental consent).
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Certification: TDI Nitrox Diver or equivalent.
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At least 25 logged open water dives.
What You Can Expect to Learn
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In-depth knowledge of diving physics and physiology with high-oxygen gas mixes.
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Gas planning, dive tables, computers, and limitations for oxygen and nitrogen.
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Equipment considerations, cylinder labeling, nitrox mixture analysis, gas blending, and oxygen service ratings.
Skills to Be Developed
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Buoyancy control, safety stops, and emergency management.
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Team awareness and communication.
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Air-sharing techniques and stress analysis.
Benefits
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Dive using EAN 21 to 100% oxygen under conditions similar to training.
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Eligibility for TDI Decompression Procedures, Semi-closed Rebreather, and Closed Circuit Rebreather courses.
Certification Requirements
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Complete the course and written exam.
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Safely and efficiently meet all open water requirements.
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Demonstrate sound judgment in dive planning and execution.