PADI Tec 40

Course Overview & Training Objectives

The transition from recreational to technical diving. Qualifies divers to make limited decompression dives to 40 meters (130 feet) with a maximum of 10 minutes of decompression, using a single decompression cylinder with up to 50% oxygen (EAN50).

Operational Envelope

• Max Depth: 40m (130ft)
• Decompression: Max 10 min accelerated deco
• Breathing Gases: Air / Nitrox up to 50% O2
• Equipment Rig: Single + pony, Twinset, or Sidemount

Course Structure & Training Requirements

• Course Duration: 3 to 4 Days
• Required Training Dives: 4 in-water dives
• Classroom & Theory: 10 hours instruction

Entry Gates & Prerequisites

Advanced Open Water Diver + Enriched Air Nitrox + Deep Diver + Rescue Diver + 30 logged dives (min 50 for certification)