Diving Physics

Teacher

Course Overview

You will explore various study units designed to enhance your knowledge and skills in diving physics. Each unit builds on your understanding and prepares you for practical applications in diving scenarios.

Study Units

Introduction to Diving Physics
Covers essential physics concepts relevant to diving, including the behaviour of gases and liquids. You will learn to manipulate formulae and perform calculations necessary for safe diving practices.
Goals
Focuses on the Knowledge Module (KM 01 Diving Physics), outlining the training standards required for learner divers and emphasising the importance of physics in diving.
Gas Calculations: SCUBA
Focuses on gas calculations specific to SCUBA diving, including how to calculate gas volumes, pressures, and other critical parameters for safe operations.
Gas Calculations: Surface Supply Diving
Explores gas calculations related to surface supply diving systems, essential for proper gas management and safety during dives.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will:

Have a working knowledge of the physics related to diving.
Be able to manipulate relevant formulae and perform calculations effectively.
Understand the laws governing gases and liquids in a diving context.
Be equipped with knowledge to enhance your safety and performance as a diver.

Course Features

Lectures 37
Quizzes 6
Duration 10 weeks
Skill level All levels
Language English
Students 48
Certificate Yes
Assessments Yes

Garth Edwin Winfield

Greetings and welcome, I am an instructor at The Academy of Diving and Offshore Medicine. I have been a professional diver since 1996 and have worked extensively in both the commercial and recreational industries. I have specialized mainly in salvage, inspection and potable water systems during my career as an inshore diver. I have a deep passion for teaching and love imparting my knowledge and experience to all of my students and to assist in helping each student find a way to harness and develop their own knowledge and experience in diving. I teach a lot on the Class IV and III programs as well as assist on elements of the Class II program and Chamber Operator program. Additionally, I oversee the Class IV, III and II Learner Supervisor programs at the Academy. I also facilitate a lot of online coaching. If you have any questions or confusions about anything you may learn in the content and would like to ask, please feel free to contact me directly through this platform or via my work email at coaches@divingschool.co.za or my work WhatsApp at +27 73 898 7863 (I may be busy in the classroom or underwater but I will respond in time). I look forward to meeting you on your practical development and helping you find the best direction in your chosen career as a commercial diver.