BIOE 75 Scientific Diving Methods

Focuses on refining fundamental dive safety principles while introducing techniques in scientific diving. Coursework includes lectures, field practical training, confined water and ocean SCUBA dives. Topics include diving physics, physiology, decompression theory, dive planning, aquatic environment, navigation, search and recovery, blue water diving, emergency response/rescues, and subtidal sampling techniques. Course meets or exceeds AAUS standards and provides students an opportunity to become certified in scientific diving. Prerequisite for BIOE 161/L, and any SCUBA diving activities associated with BIOE 159A,B,C,D,E,F; BIOE 183/L; BIOE 193; and BIOE 195. AAUS Scientific Diving certification is required for all research SCUBA diving activities under the auspices of UCSC and is transferable to other academic institutions. Prerequisite(s): skill level equal to Advanced and Rescue Scuba Diver Certification, current AAUS/UCSC diving medical clearance, certifications in CPR/AED, First Aid and Oxygen Administration and minimum of 12 documented ocean dives; and interview: pass water skills evaluation. For details visit scientificdiving.ucsc.edu/course-info. Students are billed a materials fee of $100. (Formerly Scientific Diving Certification.)