SSI Science of Diving
Do you really want to understand what happens when you dive underwater? With the SSI Science of Diving course, you dive deeper into the theory behind diving. This course gives you a thorough insight into the science behind everything you do as a diver — from breathing to pressure and from equipment to decompression.
The course is offered by Scuba Schools International and forms an important theoretical foundation for divers who seriously want to expand their knowledge.
What does this course entail?
During the Science of Diving course, you delve into the most important scientific principles of diving. You will learn about, among other things:
Diving physics – how pressure, volume, and gas laws work underwater
Dive physiology – what happens to your body during a dive
Decompression theory and how dive computers work
Diving equipment and gear and how everything functions
The underwater environment and how it influences your dive
Risks, safety, and how to prevent diving accidents
The course consists primarily of theory and self-study , often combined with a final knowledge test.
The benefits of this course
Why choose Science of Diving?
🧠 You will gain an in-depth understanding of diving theory
🤿 You will become a safer and more conscious diver
📈 You make better diving decisions underwater
🌍 This knowledge will help you with all future diving courses.
🎓 It is an important step towards professional diving training
During this course, many divers finally discover the “why” behind the diving rules they already use.
Conditions to start
To start the SSI Science of Diving course, you must:
Be at least certified Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
Be at least 10 years old
Do you want to do more than just dive, but also fully understand what happens underwater? Then the SSI Science of Diving course is a fascinating and valuable addition to your diving knowledge. 🌊📚🤿