SCUBA FB 2008 - Location:Gulf of California,Sonora,Mexico

Institution:

Prescott College

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Description:

This course is an introductory study of the interrelated topics of marine natural history, SCUBA, and freediving (breath hold diving). Topics for study will examine the physical characteristics of the ocean environment, including the properties of water, temperature, salinity, pressure, light penetration, tides and currents, and wind and waves, as well as the natural history of near shore organisms, including fishes, sea birds, marine invertebrates, and marine mammals. Upon meeting the academic and skill requirements, students will be PADI certified, open water SCUBA divers with experiences in a wide variety of dive environments and underwater specialties, including underwater navigation, night diving, deep diving, drift diving, and boat diving. The freediving curriculum will focus on redefining personal psychological and physical limits through the practice of breath hold diving.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.prescott.edu

Phone Number:

(877) 350-2100

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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