 UWM Course Descriptions
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This course introduces the student to scuba through academic and confined
water training. During these training sessions, students learn how to assemble,
operate, and break down scuba systems. Students also learn basic scuba skills
such as mask and regulator clearing, emergency air management, and dive
planning. The course follows the PADI Open Water Diver curriculum.
Additional Special Course Fee: $225
Books: Included in course fee.
Certification: PADI Open Water Diver certification is available with
additional open water training and a $31 fee.
Offered: Fall and Spring term and Summer Sessions 1 and 2.
*See UWM Schedule page for additional course
information.
The Advanced Dive Theory Distinctive Specialty is a non-diving, knowledge development program for divers or non-divers interesting in expanding their understanding of dive theory. The course is designed to run in conjunction with the PADI Advanced Open Water course, though the Advanced open water dives are not required for the this certification. In this course, students learn dive theory without having to qualify for or enter the PADI Divemaster program. The course covers dive physics, diving and human physiology, dive equipment, decompression theory, use of the PADI RDPs, and the ocean environment. For this reason, this course is ideal for those interested in technical diving and dive leadership.
Prerequisites: PADI Open Water Diver certification (UWM Skin & Scuba
plus open water dives) or equivalent.
Additional Special Course Fee: $75
Books required but not included in course fee: Encyclopedia of Recreational Scuba Diving and
Diving Knowledge Workbook.
Books recommended but not required: Adventures in Diving
Certification: PADI Advanced Dive Theory certification is included in
the course fee.
Offered: Spring Session only.
*See UWM Schedule page for additional course
information.
The PADI Advanced Open Water course is designed for students who have
completed their PADI Open Water Diver (or equivalent) course and wish to get
professionally supervised experience in areas such as deep, navigation, wreck,
boat, and search and recovery diving. Students must complete a total of five
open water dives, two of which must be deep and navigation. Students are also
required to view the Adventures in Diving video and read and complete
knowledge reviews in the Adventures in Diving textbook for each dive they
do. Spring semester students also complete the PADI Advanced Dive Theory
specialty.
Prerequisites: PADI Open Water Diver certification (UWM Skin & Scuba
plus open water dives) or equivalent.
Additional Special Course Fee: $128
Books required but not included in course fee: Adventures in
Diving
Certification: PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certification is
included in the course fee.
Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer Session 1.
*See UWM Schedule page for additional course
information.
This course is designed for divers who wish to develop accident prevention
and management skills and gain confidence and self-assurance by learning how to
assist other divers. By the end of this course, students will be able to
recognize and correct problems in the water before they become emergency
situations. The course consists of approximately 8 hours of classroom time, a
written exam, confined water exercises, and practical application scenarios
where the student learns to manage rescue operations.
Prerequisites:
Additional Special Course Fee: $180
Books required but not included in course fee: PADI Rescue Diver
Manual with slate.
Certification: PADI Rescue Diver certification is included
in the course fee.
Offered: Spring term only.
*See UWM Schedule page for additional course
information.
In Diving Enriched Air, students learn Enriched Air Nitrox (EANx) dive theory and techniques.
EANx is quickly becoming the breathing gas of choice for recreational divers who
want to increase allowable bottom time, shorten surface intervals, and increase
the number of repetitive dives they are permitted. Students are asked to view
the PADI Enriched Air Diver video, attend classroom sessions on enriched air
diving theory and techniques, pass the EANx Specialty Exam, and perform
two simulated EANx dives in the pool.
Prerequisites: PADI Open Water Diver certification (UWM Skin & Scuba
plus open water dives) or equivalent.
Additional Special Course Fee: $150
Books and tables: Included in course fee.
Certification: PADI Enriched Air Diver certification is included
in the course fee.
Offered: Fall term only.
*See UWM Schedule page for additional course
information.
This course is intended to familiarize divers with the operation and
maintenance of equipment. It is not an equipment repair course. The PADI
Equipment Specialist course addresses the following:
- The theory, principles and operation of diving equipment
- Routine, recommended care and maintenance procedures, and
equipment storage
- Common problems with equipment and recommended professional
maintenance procedures (including a demonstration of repair procedures.)
- Simple suggestions for comfortable equipment configurations and an
introduction to new equipment (Optional trying of new or unfamiliar equipment in
confined water.)
Prerequisites: None. UWM Skin & Scuba recommended.
Additional Special Course Fee: $65
Books required but not included in course fee: Encyclopedia of Recreational Scuba Diving.
Certification: PADI Equipment Maintenance Specialist certification is included
in the course fee for those holding a PADI Open Water cerfication.
Offered: Spring term only.
*See UWM Schedule page for additional course
information.
Digital photography has made taking excellent photographs above and below water attainable to everyone. Whether you are a beginner or an aspiring underwater photographer this is the class for you. You will learn camera assembly and maintenance as well as basic digital underwater photography techniques. In addition, you will learn about digital file formats, resolution, exposure, composition, underwater lighting, and more. If you are not getting the quality underwater pictures you want, this class will help.
Prerequisites: Ability to snorkel.
Additional Special Course Fee: $125
Books required but not included in the course fee: Digital Underwater Photographer
Crew Pack.
Certification: PADI Digital Underwater Photographer Level I certification is included
in the course fee.
Offered: Spring and Fall terms.
*See UWM Schedule page for additional course
information.
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