Scientific Diving Program | University System of Georgia

Diver Information

The credentials listed on the pdf documents are required of all University System of Georgia divers. The required training courses are also listed below.

Required Documentation

Diver Certification Requirements

The credentials listed are required of all University System of Georgia divers. For specifics, see the diving manual “Standards for Scientific Diving Certification and Operation of Scientific Diving Program” manual.

Requirements

Physical Exam/Medical History Form

Scientific divers require periodic scuba diving medical examinations to assess their fitness to engage in diving with self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (scuba).

Medical Forms

USG AAUS Diving Regulation Manual

The 2013 USG AAUS Diving Regulation Manual contains the standards for scientific diving certification and operation of scientific diving programs.

AAUS Manual

Dive Log Spreadsheet Template

All divers need to submit their dives on the USG dive log sheet. THese dives will be compiled for the annual dive statistics reported to AAUS.

Dive Log

Required Training

Diving History & Regulations

Scientific Procedures

Dive Planning

More Training

View and complete the online traning exercises below. Note: View the previous section to complete the required Diving History & Regulations, Scientific Procedures and Dive Planning courses.

Hazardous Aquatic Life

After completing this training you will be able to describe general medical procedures and identify hazardous marine creatures.

Diving Physics

This module explores physical laws and principles that pertain to the diving environment and its influence on the diver.

Diving Physiology

This module provides an overview of how the human body responds to the varied conditions associated with diving.

Dive Accident Management

This module provides information on a range of topics, including accident prevention, selection of personnel, equipment, procedures and the care of victims after an accident.

Research

Coral Reef Hydrodynamics

University of Georgia

Coral Records

Georgia Institue of Technology

Going Deep For Lionfish

National Marine Sanctuaries

Atlantic Gray Whales

University of Georgia

Ocean Acidification Monitoring

University of Georgia

University System of Georgia Scientific Diving Program

The University System of Georgia Scientific Diving Program currently consists of divers from Georgia State University, Georgia Southern University, The University of Georgia, Georgia Institute of Technology, and Valdosta State University. The Scientific Diving Program is open to all state educational institutions in the state of Georgia.

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