TEC Basic sample (EN)

Welcome to the free preview of the i.a.c. TEC Basic course.

The TEC Basic course serves as your introduction to the world of technical diving. Right from the first modules, you’ll learn why buoyancy control, trim, finning techniques, team procedures, and standardized procedures play a central role in safe diving.

This preview includes the introduction and the first module of the course, giving you an idea of its structure, content, and training philosophy. However, the full course goes much further, delving deeper into the theoretical foundations and practical skills required for technical diving.

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The full training program includes numerous additional modules that build systematically on one another and guide you step by step through the requirements of technical diving.

In this preview, you’ll gain insight into the initial theoretical content. All additional learning modules, quizzes, and course materials are available to you in the full i.a.c. TEC Basic course on the i.a.c. e-Academy.

This sample chapter introduces you to the fundamentals upon which the rest of the training is built. In the full TEC Basic course, you will learn, among other things:

  • how to apply fundamental safety concepts in technical diving
  • how to identify problems early on and resolve them in a controlled manner
  • to implement standardized procedures as part of a team
  • to safely carry out stationary problem solving procedures
  • how to improve your diving technique in a sustainable way through structured exercises

The following prerequisites apply for participation in the practical training of the full TEC Basic course:

  • Minimum age of 16
  • Proof of medical fitness to dive, not older than 2 years
  • Proof of i.a.c. Advanced Open Water Diver and i.a.c. Nitrox Basic or equivalent certification
  • Dive log showing at least 25 dives
  • For minors, a written consent form from a parent or legal guardian is required

No practical training is required for this free preview.

The content provided here is intended solely to give you an initial insight into the theoretical fundamentals of the i.a.c. TEC Basic course.

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A mandatory requirement for the successful completion of the respective course is the practical training. This will incur additional costs. These costs are to be paid separately to the DiveCenter selected by you.

The pricing for the practical training is up to the respective DiveCenter and can vary accordingly.

If this preview has sparked your interest in learning more, you can unlock the full i.a.c. TEC Basic course at any time in the i.a.c. e-Academy and begin your training.

TEC Basic course

The purchase of an i.a.c. e-Academy course does not automatically lead to certification of the respective course. For a valid certification, the required practice units according to the Training Record Card must also be carried out with an i.a.c. instructor. Instructor and be finally approved by this instructor. The additional costs for the practice units/examinations are to be paid by the purchasing person to the DiveCenter itself.

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