www.diversinstitute.edu

Establ ished 1968 - Veteran Owned & Operated

DIVERS INSTITUTEOF TECHNOLOGY

www.diversinstitute.edu

Establ ished 1968 - Veteran Owned & Operated

DIVERS INSTITUTEOF TECHNOLOGY

Live Your AdventureBecome a Skilled Commercial Diver

Live Your AdventureBecome a SSkkiilllleedd Commercial Diver

Live Your AdventureBecome a Skilled Commercial Diver

Live Your AdventureBecome a Skilled Commercial Diver

TABLE OF CONTENT

PROGRAMS

OUR MISSION

CAREER LIKE NO OTHER

CERTIFICATIONS LIST

VETERAN? WE GET YOU

SEATTLE

WHY CHOOSE DIT

ADMISSIONS

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PROGRAMDIT prepares you to meet and exceed the expectations of the commercial diving industry by focusing

on team success. You’ll develop skills in leadership and support roles, learn industry “best practices” for

safety, and participate in cooperative decision-making.

PHYSICS & MEDICINE

These subjects form the basis of everything

divers will encounter from depth & pressure

to gas laws that affect divers. Charting,

decompression tables, and chamber

operations are the tools you will use every

day to ensure you and your team’s safety.

Conduct your first chamber dive to 60 feet.

MONTH 1

LIGHTWEIGHT & RIGGING

Get familiar with your surface-supplied

diving gear and procedures before making

your first dives to 20 fsw. You’ll use hand

tools (hacksaws, flange, straps, shackles,

come along, lift bags), then earn your API

Rigging Qualification after learning the

basics of rigging, maritime vocabulary, and

hands-on techniques.

MONTH 2

OFFSHORE & HAZMAT

Your new skills are put to the test on mid-

water projects at depths to 40 fsw. With

an emphasis on real-life scenarios, dive

planning, teamwork and diver safety drills,

you’ll incorporate tools, pipeline, and HazMat

training into your daily class activities.

MONTH 3

UNDERWATER WELDING & BURNING

Practice laying beads topside then test your

welds during observed tank dives. Cut steel

topside before tackling open water burning

projects using Broco® rods that burn at up

to 10,000 degrees. You’ll also learn

inspection techniques of Non-Destructive

Testing (NDT).

MONTH 4

HYDRAULICS & SALVAGE

You’ll complete projects with underwater

chainsaws, jackhammers, impact wrenches

and hull scrubbers. Then plan and complete

the salvage of a 26’ steel barge as a team

project to apply Salvage Theory to Practical

Salvage Diving.

MONTH 5

SCUBA & INLAND

You’ll begin with pool, Open Water and full

face mask training for your commercial

& NAUI SCUBA certifications. Then you’ll

practice surface supplied inland operations

using NDT inspection methods on concrete

and wood piles and concluding with wet bell

operations and safety drills.

MONTH 6

DEEP DIVES

Dive from the 65’ M/V Response to 165 fsw

in Lake Washington on open water. Conduct

low visibility dives while employing Surface

Decompression with Oxygen procedures.

Finish with Mixed Gas Theory, Job Placement,

and Finals before beginning your diving

career.

MONTH 7

7 month900-Hour Program

Each segment of the course builds on the previous months’ topics to prepare you to excel in the industry.

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■ An unyielding commitment to safety.

■ Promoting gainful employment and advancement in the commercial diving industry.

OUR MISSIONOur mission is to provide

advanced technical training

that produces the most

qualified, skilled

professionals in the

constantly evolving

underwater marine industry.

DIT’S MISSION IS GUIDED BY THESE TWO PRIMARY PRINCIPLES:

DIT OFFERS “WORLD CLASS DIVER EDUCATION”

(Underwater Magazine, March/April 2015)

Since 1968, DIT has

qualified thousands of

graduates from around the

world and set them on a

unique and rewarding career

path in commercial diving. At

DIT you’ll train to an

international standard that is

accepted by the major diving

regulators and preferred by

companies worldwide.

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“DIT provided me with a great diving education. They helped to prepare me for the industry. I had no trouble getting a job after graduation.”

- Janelle WennerDIT Graduate, Class 110-12

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A CAREER LIKE NO OTHERYou’ll join DIT graduates working all over the globe in areas such as salvage, pipeline repairs,

environmental safety, saturation, and ship’s husbandry.

You’ll train with experienced faculty who are known and respected throughout the industry. Divers

Institute of Technology has been training divers since 1968.

You’ll learn the ways to excel in your career, whether your focus becomes offshore petroleum

production, inland underwater construction, nuclear power plant diving, or any other area in which

divers may be employed.

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THE POINT OF GOING TO SCHOOL IS TO

LAUNCH YOUR CAREER!You’ll have placement resources to help you each step of the way.

DIT offers placement assistance including:

■ Full-time Placement Director & Placement Team

■ Campus visits by recruiters from offshore & inland companies

■ Resume writing assistance & interview practice

■ Development of the life skills necessary for long-term career growth such as personal budgeting and professional development

■ Continued placement assistance throughout your career

“Some of today’s most skilled and talented tenders, divers, supervisors, superintendents, & project managers began their careers at Divers Institute of Technology.”

- Scott CokerVP of Operations, Triton Diving

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CERTIFICATIONS LISTYour certifications show your competence in the different skills required in the dive industry.

DIT’s certifications will open doors to your broad range of employment opportunities.

This IMCA-recognized certification allows you to obtain dive jobs in the U.S. market as well as in countries which recognize the ADCI certification.

Association of Diving Contractors International (ADCI) Entry Level Tender/Diver – International Endorsement

As a diver you may elect to take jobs where you’ll handle toxic waste or hazardous materials on, around, or in the water. In order to accept these positions, this certification is required.

Hazardous Waste Materials (HazMat) 40-hour OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120

Unrestricted Surface Supplied Air Diver with Occupattional SCUBA endorsement issued by the Diver Certificcation Board of Canada (DCBC) in compliance with the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) Z275.5.13 International Standards

This IMCA-recognized certification allows you to work globally. It opens up international job opportunities and world travel.

Qualified Rigger API (RP-2D) (Rev-7)

This shows you have a working knowledge of rigging techniques and procedures that you’ll use daily throughout your diving career.

WAC 80-hour HAZWOPER

Additional Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergen-cy Response (HAZWOPER) safety procedures are provided under Washington’s state code for personnel who may work in or around HazMat sites and materials.

Kirby Morgan Hat User/Operator Certificate

You will gain an operational knowledge of maintenance requirements for your critical life support systems provided by Kirby Morgan.

Safety first! All commercial divers are required to maintain up-to-date versions of these certifications to ensure job site safety.

Diving First Aid for Professional Divers: First Aid, CPR, Oxygen Provider, A.E.D. and B.V.M.

An FST demonstrates that you are trained to operate a fill station.

Cylinder Training Services Fill Station Technician (FST)

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CERTIFICATIONS LISTYour certifications show your competence in the different skills required in the dive industry.

DIT’s certifications will open doors to your broad range of employment opportunities.

This IMCA-recognized certification allows you to obtain dive jobs in the U.S. market as well as in countries which recognize the ADCI certification.

Association of Diving Contractors International (ADCI) Entry Level Tender/Diver – International Endorsement

As a diver you may elect to take jobs where you’ll handle toxic waste or hazardous materials on, around, or in the water. In order to accept these positions, this certification is required.

Hazardous Waste Materials (HazMat) 40-hour OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120

Unrestricted Surface Supplied Air Diver with Occupa-tional SCUBA endorsement issued by the Diver Certificcation Board of Canada (DCBC) in compliance with the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) Z275.5.13 International Standards

This IMCA-recognized certification allows you to work globally. It opens up international job opportunities and world travel.

Qualified Rigger API (RP-2D) (Rev-7)

This shows you have a working knowledge of rigging techniques and procedures that you’ll use daily throughout your diving career.

WAC 80-hour HAZWOPER

Additional Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergen-cy Response (HAZWOPER) safety procedures are provided under Washington’s state code for personnel who may work in or around HazMat sites and materials.

Kirby Morgan Hat User/Operator Certificate

You will gain an operational knowledge of maintenance requirements for your critical life support systems provided by Kirby Morgan.

Safety first! All commercial divers are required to maintain up-to-date versions of these certifications to ensure job site safety.

Diving First Aid for Professional Divers: First Aid, CPR, Oxygen Provider, A.E.D. and B.V.M.

An FST demonstrates that you are trained to operate a fill station.

Cylinder Training Services Fill Station Technician (FST)

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You’ll learn how to analyze operational and site haz-ards and to provide mitigating procedures to ensure all operations are conducted safely.

Upon completion of our 900-hour program, and meeting the requirements set forth by each certifying authority while in school, graduates will earn all of these certifi cations and a commercial diving program diploma.

Additionally, all students train in underwater welding, cutting, and burning techniques, use of hydraulic tools, salvage planning and techniques, and hyperbaric chamber operations.

Open Water SCUBA National Association of Underwater Instructors--NAUI

SCUBA is a requisite skill toward attaining international certification with DCBC. As a bonus you’ll have this life-long certification to enjoy exotic and interesting dive sites.

Nitrox (EANX) Training --NAUI

In addition to recreational NAUI training, SCUBA certification includes full face mask and diving assessment to Health & Safety Executive (HSE), International Ma-rine Contractor Association (IMCA), and DCBC occupational SCUBA Standards.

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Level I Liquid Penetrant Testing (4-hr. Initial Training) Certificate of Completion

This initial training certificate qualifies you to perform basic NDT inspections in various sectors of the industry using a 2-part dye penetrant developer for finding flaws and stress points in metal surfaces.

use magnetized iron particles in basic NDT inspections to detect surface and shallow subsurface defects in welds and various metals.

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Level II Magnetic

Completion

“The comprehensive training I received at DIT pared me for a career in the inland or offshore sectors, and in my current position. I still rely heavily on the knowledge I gained there to make diving-related decisions. The staff took a genuine interest in my successful com-

pletion of the program, and they still take an interest in my career.”

- Phil NewsumExecutive Director,Association of Diving Contractors International,DIT Class 102-01

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You’ll learn how to analyze operational and site haz-ards and to provide mitigating procedures to ensure all operations are conducted safely.

Job Safety Analysis (JSA) Certifi cate

Upon completion of our 900-hour program, and meeting the requirements set forth by each certifying authority while in school, graduates will earn all of these certifi cations and a commercial diving program diploma.

Additionally, all students train in underwater welding, cutting, and burning techniques, use of hydraulic tools, salvage planning and techniques, and hyperbaric chamber operations.

Open Water SCUBA National Association of Under-water Instructors--NAUI

SCUBA is a requisite skill toward attaining international certification with DCBC. As a bonus you’ll have this life-long certification to enjoy exotic and interesting dive sites.

Nitrox (EANX) Training ----NAUI

In addition to recreational NAUI training, SCUBA certification includes full face mask and diving assessment to Health & Safety Executive (HSE), International Ma-rine Contractor Association (IMCA), and DCBC occupational SCUBA Standards.

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Level I Liquid Penetrant Testing (4-hr. Initial Training) Certificate of Completion

This initial training certificate qualifies you to perform basic NDT inspections in various sectors of the industry using a 2-part dye penetrant developer for finding flaws and stress points in metal surfaces.

With this initial training certifi cate, you are qualifi ed to use magnetized iron particles in basic NDT inspections to detect surface and shallow subsurface defects in welds and various metals.

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Level II Magnetic Particle Testing (20-hr. Initial Training) Certifi cate of Completion

“The comprehensive training I received at DIT pared me for a career in the inland or offshore sectors, and in my current position. I still rely heavily on the knowledge I gained there to make diving-related decisions. The staff took a genuine interest in my successful com-

pletion of the program, and they still take an interest in my career.”

- Phil NewsumExecutive Director,Association of Diving Contractors International,DIT Class 102-01

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You’ll learn how to analyze operational and site haz-ards and to provide mitigating procedures to ensure all operations are conducted safely.

Job Safety Analysis (JSA) Certifi cate

Upon completion of our 900-hour program, and meeting the requirements set forth by each certifying authority while in school, graduates will earn all of these certifi cations and a commercial diving program diploma.

Additionally, all students train in underwater welding, cutting, and burning techniques, use of hydraulic tools, salvage planning and techniques, and hyperbaric chamber operations.

Open Water SCUBA National Association of Under-water Instructors--NAUI

SCUBA is a requisite skill toward attaining international certification with DCBC. As a bonus you’ll have this life-long certification to enjoy exotic and interesting dive sites.

Nitrox (EANX) Training ----NAUI

In addition to recreational NAUI training, SCUBA certification includes full face mask and diving assessment to Health & Safety Executive (HSE), International Ma-rine Contractor Association (IMCA), and DCBC occupational SCUBA Standards.

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Level I Liquid Penetrant Testing (4-hr. Initial Training) Certificate of Completion

This initial training certificate qualifies you to perform basic NDT inspections in various sectors of the industry using a 2-part dye penetrant developer for finding flaws and stress points in metal surfaces.

With this initial training certifi cate, you are qualifi ed to use magnetized iron particles in basic NDT inspections to detect surface and shallow subsurface defects in welds and various metals.

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Level II Magnetic Particle Testing (20-hr. Initial Training) Certifi cate of Completion

“The comprehensive training I received at DIT pared me for a career in the inland or offshore sectors, and in my current position. I still rely heavily on the knowledge I gained there to make diving-related decisions. The staff took a genuine interest in my successful com-

pletion of the program, and they still take an interest in my career.”

- Phil NewsumExecutive Director,Association of Diving Contractors International,DIT Class 102-01

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VETERAN? WE GET YOUYour military experience is an asset here. It will

help you become a future leader in commercial

diving. Our veteran staff will assist in your

transition from active duty to civilian life as a

DIT student. Strong communication, clear

expectations, and camaraderie are a way of life

here. DIT is proud to contribute to the

education and career development of our

nation’s veterans as well as providing support

for our veteran community.

In gratitude for your service, DIT waives the

$100 application fee for all active duty military

and veterans.

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USE YOUR BENEFITS

Veterans may use their

military benefits to assist in

attending DIT. Our

enrollment team handles

Post-9/11 GI Bill®

paperwork every day.

We’ll walk you through each

step to make your transition

as smooth as possible.

“My transition from military service to finding a civilian career right for me proved to be a challenging one. The outstanding staff at DIT helped make the transition quick and simple. Many of DIT’s instructors previously served in various branches of the military and this helps to make it a great learning enviornment for our nation’s veterans.”

- Craig StudentDIT Graduate, Class 102-14

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USE YOUR BENEFITS

Veterans may use their

military benefits to assist in

attending DIT. Our

enrollment team handles

Post-9/11 GI Bill®

paperwork every day.

We’ll walk you through each

step to make your transition

as smooth as possible.

“My transition from military service to finding a civilian career right for me proved to be a challenging one. The outstanding staff at DIT helped make the transition quick and simple. Many of DIT’s instructors previously served in various branches of the military and this helps to make it a great learning enviornment for our nation’s veterans.”

- Craig StudentDIT Graduate, Class 102-14

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USE YOUR BENEFITS

Veterans may use their

military benefits to assist in

attending DIT. Our

enrollment team handles

Post-9/11 GI Bill®

paperwork every day.

We’ll walk you through each

step to make your transition

as smooth as possible.

“My transition from military service to finding a civilian career right for me proved to be a challenging one. The outstanding staff at DIT helped make the transition quick and simple. Many of DIT’s instructors previously served in various branches of the military and this helps to make it a great learning enviornment for our nation’s veterans.”

-Craig StudentDIT Graduate, Class 102-14

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USE YOUR BENEFITS

Veterans may use their

military benefits to assist in

attending DIT. Our

enrollment team handles

Post-9/11 GI Bill®

paperwork every day.

We’ll walk you through each

step to make your transition

as smooth as possible.

“My transition from military service to finding a civilian career right for me proved to be a challenging one. The outstanding staff at DIT helped make the transition quick and simple. Many of DIT’s instructors previously served in various branches of the military and this helps to make it a great learning enviornment for our nation’s veterans.”

-Craig StudentDIT Graduate, Class 102-14

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USE YOUR BENEFITS

Veterans may use their

military benefits to assist in

attending DIT. Our

enrollment team handles

Post-9/11 GI Bill®

paperwork every day.

We’ll walk you through each

step to make your transition

as smooth as possible.

“My transition from military service to finding a civilian career right for me proved to be a challenging one. The outstanding staff at DIT helped make the transition quick and simple. Many of DIT’s instructors previously served in various branches of the military and this helps to make it a great learning enviornment for our nation’s veterans.”

-Craig StudentDIT Graduate, Class 102-14

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USE YOUR BENEFITS

Veterans may use their

military benefits to assist in

attending DIT. Our

enrollment team handles

Post-9/11 GI Bill®

paperwork every day.

We’ll walk you through each

step to make your transition

as smooth as possible.

“My transition from military service to finding a civilian career right for me proved to be a challenging one. The outstanding staff at DIT helped make the transition quick and simple. Many of DIT’s instructors previously served in various branches of the military and this helps to make it a great learning enviornment for our nation’s veterans.”

-Craig StudentDIT Graduate, Class 102-14

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THE POINT OF GOING TO SCHOOL IS TO

LAUNCH YOUR CAREER!

COOL NEIGHBORHOOD.

Go to school in the city. Coffee shops, restaurants, shopping, concert venues, parks, and housing are all

nearby in the Fremont neighborhood. See the Seattle skyline from campus, and explore what the PNW

has to offer.

WATER EVERYWHERE!

At our campus on Lake Union, you’ll learn in the classroom, on floating barges, aboard DIT’s diving

vessel the M/V Response, and, of course, in the lake. You’ll also dive multiple offsite locations

throughout the Seattle area where you learn to adapt to the challenges of various underwater terrains

and equipment requirements.

MURKY WATER.

Take advantage of the realistic training conditions in Lake Union, Lake Washington, and the Puget

Sound. While other divers might be afraid of cold or dark water, your skills will be honed in it.

SO MANY OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

The Puget Sound area offers you unparalleled outdoor opportunities. Hiking, fishing, snowboarding,

surfing, mountain biking, backpacking, and camping are all nearby. You’ll have easy access to the

Cascade and Olympic mountains, as well as numerous lakes, waterfalls, beaches, and rivers.

SEATTLE, WAA GREAT PLACE TO LIVE & LEARN

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WHY CHOOSE DIT

Dive 10 unique hat configurations

Learn over 15 knots

Hats to dive37

4Major pipe

projects

depth you’ll dive to 165 ft

First U.S. dive school to offeran international certification

13 certifications included in our core

program

Students come from around the country & the world

Student-teacher ratio

15:1 Training commercial divers over 50 years

49%Over Veteran/Military Students

(251 veterans of 512 active students from June 2017 to May 2019)

3120Minimum

minutes bottom time 50% of DIT’s faculty are veterans

LifetimeJob Placement Assistance

Faculty with nearly

400 yearscombined industry experience

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REQUIREMENTS

■ 18 years of age or older upon graduation of program

■ High school diploma, transcript, or GED

■ Proficient in English speaking, reading and writing

■ Able to pass an ADCI dive physical

■ Ability to swim 400 meters unassisted

■ Ability to obtain a TWIC card

Prior dive experience is not required. Applicants should be experienced

swimmers and be comfortable in the water. Ideal candidates have a positive

attitude, a high mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work safely and

effectively in a team environment.

HOW TO APPLY

Click on “Apply Now” to submit your application on our website atwww.diversinstitute.edu and pay the $50 application fee. (Application fee

waived for military and veterans.)

Next, complete your FAFSA online at www.fafsa.govFAFSA school code: 011481 Financial Aid is available for those who qualify.

Call us at 1-800-634-8377 to set up a phone interview with an Admissions

Representative.

Once finished, your Admissions Representative will give you instructions on

submitting:

■ Copy of your High School Diploma or GED

HOW TO PLAN A VISIT

We’d love for you to come tour our facility!

Schedule online (www.diversinstitute.edu/admissions/visit/) or give us a call to

schedule your tour! 1-800-634-8377

ADMISSIONSDIT’s team is here to support you as you embark on this adventure. You’ll have a dedicated Admissions,

and Financial Aid team to assist you with any questions you have about the program.

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www.diversinstitute.edu

1341 N. Northlake Way, Suite 150 Seattle, WA 98103 | (800) 634-8377