IANTD Wreck / Technical Wreck

Course Overview & Training Objectives

Prepares technical divers for deep internal wreck penetration far past the illuminated daylight zone into multi-level machinery spaces and holds. Operations accommodate substantial planned decompression obligations using staged deco bottles and redundant breathing platforms (doubles or CCR). Focuses heavily on managing physical entrapment hazards, dislodged interior debris, gas reserves using strict rule-of-thirds, and zero-vis navigation.

Operational Envelope

  • Max Depth: 48m (160ft)
  • Decompression: Unlimited accelerated deco
  • Breathing Gases: Air
  • Equipment Rig: Double + Stages

Course Structure & Training Requirements

  • Course Duration: 4 Days
  • Required Training Dives: 6 in-water dives
  • Classroom & Theory: 14 hours instruction

Entry Gates & Prerequisites

Min age 18, 75 logged dives