TDI Helitrox Diver
TDI Helitrox Diver
The Helitrox course examines the theory, methods and procedures for planned stage decompression diving utilizing Helium in the breathing mixture. This program is designed as a stand-alone course or it may be taught in conjunction with TDI Advanced Nitrox at the discretion of the instructor. The objective of this course is to train divers how to plan and conduct a standard staged decompression dive not exceeding a maximum depth of 45 metres / 150 feet. The most common equipment requirements, gear set-up, and decompression techniques are presented. Students are permitted to utilize Enriched Air Nitrox and Helium mixes with no greater than 35% He content, and up to 100% oxygen for decompression diving provided the gas mix is within their current certification level. Breathing gas mixtures containing more than 35% Helium (+/-5%) or less than 21% oxygen are not permitted (+/- 1%).
Course Pre-requisite
At least 18 years old
SDI Advanced Diver (with Deep Specialty) or TDI Intro to Tech or equivalent
TDI Advanced Nitrox Diver or equivalent
50 Open Water Dives
Course Components
Knowledge Development with Written Exam
Dry Skills Development
Confined Water Skills Development
4 Open Water Dives with 2 dives deeper than 30m
Course Equipment
2 sets of regulators, each with 1 first and second stage, with at least 1 pressure gauge and inflation hose
Dive Computer with depth gauge and bottom timer
Backmount or Sidemount
Line Cutting Device
2 SMB adequate for maximum planned depth
1 set of regulator for decompression mix, with 1 first and second stage and pressure gauge
Course Inclusions
Course Exclusions