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AN INTRODUCTION TO TECHNICAL DIVING CD-ROM

An Introduction to Technical Diving introduces the realm of technical diving through the experiences of the expeditionary team El Proyecto de Buceo Espeleologico México y América Central, led by world record holders Jim Bowden and Dr. Ann Kristovich.

"An Introduction to Technical Diving is a praiseworthy overview of this challenging and sometimes intricate form of diving. Whether you're doing research in an underground cave system or working with a salvage crew on a sunken ship, this CD-ROM will help you do it better and safer."
           - The Islander [September 2, 1999]

"A planning tool packed with invaluable information, An Introduction to Technical Diving is a useful and visually compelling reference work that deserves a place in every diver's library."
           - Australian Scuba Diver Magazine [July/August 1999 issue]

"The mysterious world of technical diving unfolds through this beautifully illustrated CD-ROM."
           - GreatOutdoors.com [June 1999]

"The CD ... comes into its own with a wonderful photo gallery. Looking through this you will never need to ponder why anyone would want to go cave diving again."
           - Dive Girl [Summer 1999 issue]

"An Introduction to Technical Diving is one of the most comprehensive compilations to date. Smartly written and beautifully illustrated, the CD captures the ethereal spirit of exploration ..."
           - Scuba Times [January/February 1999 issue]

"... it will answer essentially everything about technical diving you've wanted to know ..."
           - Sport Diver Magazine [January 1999 issue]

Also featured in Advanced Diver, DeepTech, and Immersed magazines.

This CD-ROM defines, elucidates, and pictorially portrays the various types of technical diving, as well as the equipment and skills needed to safely participate and/or pursue certification. Although it is not intended to be a substitute for formal training, An Introduction to Technical Diving provides comprehensive detailed information in a beautifully illustrated format and can be used as either a reference source or an educational aid for divers of all training levels.

Section 1: An Introduction to Technical Diving Definition of Technical Diving Technical Diving Pioneers Equipment and Tools for the Technical Diver Exposure Suits [wet suits, dry suits, etc.] Fundamental Scuba Equipment [BCDs, masks, etc.] Instruments [SPGs, dive computers, compasses, etc.] Breathing Mixtures [air, nitrox, mixed gas, and oxygen] Safety Scuba Equipment [marker buoys, mirrors, etc.] Specialized Scuba Equipment [lights, reels, etc.] Surface Support Equipment [compressors, repair kit, etc.] Types of Technical Diving Cave Diving Decompression Diving Deep Diving Diver Propulsion Vehicle [DPV] and Scooter Diving Dry Suit Diving Ice Diving Mixed Gas Diving Overhead Environment Diving Rebreather Diving Sidemount Diving Solo Diving Sump Diving Wreck Diving Physics for Technical Diving Medical Risks Associated with Technical Diving Decompression Illness [DCI] Deep Water Blackout High Pressure Nervous Syndrome [HPNS] Hypothermia Inert Gas Narcosis Oxygen Toxicity Knowledge and Skills for the Technical Diver Technical Diving Instruction and Organizations References Section 2: An Introduction to the Proyecto Purpose and History of the Proyecto Proyecto Leaders and Team Members Proyecto Expedition Sites Section 3: Slide Show