Wreck Survey Diver

This program provides advanced training in wreck survey methodologies for experienced open-circuit wreck divers. It covers techniques for mapping and recording wreck sites while introducing ethical principles and conservation standards essential during underwater archaeological data collection.

Program Specifications

• Maximum Depth: Equal to the qualification level of the student
• Minimum Age: 18 years old
• Prerequisites:
  • For Non-Penetration Wreck Surveying: Must be certified as an IANTD Wreck Diver or higher
  • For Internal Wreck Penetration Surveying: Must be certified as an IANTD Tek Lite Wreck Diver or higher
  • Logged Dives: Proof of a minimum of 25 logged wreck dives
• Required Materials: IANTD Wreck Diver Student Kit OR IANTD Technical Wreck Diver Student Kit
• Equipment Requirements:
  • Cylinder setup: Double cylinders with dual-outlet manifold OR Sidemount configuration
  • Primary and safety reels, primary and backup lights
  • Suitable survey slate and data-recording equipment
  • For Overhead/Penetration Surveying: Full equipment suite specified in the IANTD Technical Wreck Diver Program
  • Must comply with all Equipment Requirements specified in the general Cave Diver Courses overview

Course Structure

• Academic Sessions
• Land Drills
• Confined Water Sessions
• Open Water Dive Sessions

The IANTD Philosophy

Wherever you want to go, IANTD can take you there! One of IANTD differentials in the formation of any confident and safe IANTD Diver is our training philosophy known as: WATER

• Wisdom
• Attitude
• Training
• Experience
• Repetition