Block 1 · Fundamentals: Saturation, desaturation, models
Bühlmann, half-times, M-values, gradient factors – the foundations of decompression theory.
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Welcome to our online course on decompression theory.
Here you will find a complete programme dedicated to decompression. We make sure that the fundamentals of decompression models are truly understood, and we also address aspects of technical diving. With a strong focus on practical application, one block is dedicated entirely to dive planning. And because there is much more to say about this topic, we also look at current research, human factors, and why decompression matters so much in the first place: decompression sickness (DCS).
You will find relatively little text here, but many interactive tools. This allows you to work through the topics in a way that helps you truly understand how to apply the theory to your own diving practice.
The course is divided into individual blocks.You do not have to work through them in order – instead, you can choose whatever interests you most at the moment.
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Block 2 · Decompression gases & helium
Why decompression gases are so effective, when trimix becomes the better choice, and some practical tips on how to dive them properly.
Open blockBlock 3 · Decompression practice: dive planning
Planning real-world dives in a practical way.
Open blockBlock 4 · Discussion & research
Repetitive dives, deep stops, flying after diving, preconditioning – discussion topics for further exploration.
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Why is DCS not treated like a typical sports injury? Why we should talk more openly about diving incidents, and how to do that constructively.
Open blockBlock 6 · Everything about DCS
Symptoms, first aid, incidence rates – including risk scenarios and practical checklists to take away.
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