2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Diving Business and Technology	
Career Cluster:	Hospitality and Tourism

AAS	
CIP Number	0249030400	
Program Type	College Credit	
Standard Length	62 credit hours	
CTSO	N/A	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	49-9092 – Commercial Divers	
Targeted Occupation List	http://www.labormarketinfo.com/wec/TargetOccupationList.htm	
Perkins Technical Skill Attainment Inventory	http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/perkins/perkins_resources.asp 	
Statewide Articulation	http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp 	

Purpose

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Hospitality and Tourism career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Hospitality and Tourism career cluster. 

The content includes but is not limited to develop, operate and manage recreational diving businesses such as those which proliferate Florida and other resort areas, and to perform underwater work in a safe and effective manner. Diving technology career opportunities include research diving, public safety diving, underwater survey and inspection, underwater repair, maintenance and light construction, underwater photography and videography, dive locker management, dive equipment maintenance and sales, training and education, and other jobs. In addition to direct vocational qualification, students will be prepared to pursue upper-level college education and commercial diver training.  This program includes courses encompassing progressive certification through recreational diving supervisor and instructor, as well as certifications in diver rescue, diving emergency medicine, dive equipment maintenance and repair, and underwater computer technology. Additional course work encompasses work diving technology, including surface-air-supplied (SAS) diving and hyperbaric chamber operation.  Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of 62 credit hours.

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Demonstrate scuba diving skills and knowledge at an exemplary level.
02.0	Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for scuba rescue and emergency medicine.
03.0	Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to supervise recreational and working divers.
04.0	Demonstrate the ability to effectively teach recreational scuba diving.
05.0	Demonstrate a working knowledge of the business aspects of recreational diving.
06.0	Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for underwater photography.
07.0	Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for scuba equipment maintenance and repair.
08.0	Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for diving using Nitrox as a breathing gas mixture.
09.0	Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for computer-based diving.
10.0	Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to perform underwater work using both scuba and SAS diving equipment.
11.0	Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for effective research diving.
12.0	Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for recompression chamber operations.

2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Diving Business and Technology	
CIP Number:	0249030400 A.A.S.
Program Length:	62 credit hours	
SOC Code:	49-9092

The AAS degree requires the inclusion of a minimum of 15 credits of general education coursework according to SACS.  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Demonstrate scuba diving skills and knowledge at an exemplary level. – The student will be able to:	
01.01	Define Archimedes’ Principle and its relationship to diver buoyancy.	
01.02	Identify the gas composition of typical breathing air.	
01.03	Define and explain the gas laws as they relate to diver buoyancy, air consumption and their medical effects upon the diver.	
01.04	Explain pressure changes in the air vs. water and their medical effects upon the diver.	
01.05	Explain the effects of water upon temperature and light absorption, and its implications for the diver.	
01.06	Explain cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology as they relate to the medical aspects of diving.   	
01.07	Demonstrate the proper selection, care and use of basic scuba equipment including mask, fins, snorkel, buoyancy compensator, tank, regulator, instrumentation, protective clothing and weighting system; as well as auxiliary equipment such as knife, light and compass.	
01.08	Demonstrate effective pressure equalization during descent and ascent through the water column.	
01.09	Demonstrate effective methods for entry and exit from the water.	
01.10	Demonstrate effective underwater buoyancy control. 	
01.11	Demonstrate effective surface control.	
01.12	Demonstrate effective underwater propulsion and navigation.	
01.13	Demonstrate effective surface and underwater communication.	
01.14	Demonstrate effective use of the repetitive dive and decompression tables.	
01.15	Demonstrate effective use of the diver buddy system.	
01.16	Effectively demonstrate multiple emergency out-of-air procedures.	
01.17	Identify and describe how to prevent and manage diving medical emergencies.	
01.18	Define and explain the diver’s environment as it relates to both diver safety and environmental preservation.	
02.0	Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for scuba rescue and emergency medicine. – The student will be able to:	
02.01	Identify the cause, nature, signs and symptoms, treatment and prevention related to the psychological stress of scuba diving and rescue diving.	
02.02	Demonstrate the physical stamina necessary for sustained rescue swimming.	
02.03	Demonstrate the ability to detect potential scuba diving victims prior to the full expression of an emergency situation.	
02.04	Demonstrate the ability to successfully rescue a conscious or unconscious scuba victim on the surface or underwater.	
02.05	Demonstrate the ability to perform rescue breathing on the surface of water too deep to stand in.	
02.06	Demonstrate the ability to successfully extricate a scuba diving victim from the water.	
02.07	Demonstrate the ability to conduct an effective search for a missing diver. 	
02.08	Demonstrate the effective use of repetitive dive tables in conducting a deep dive rescue.	
02.09	Develop certification-level skill as an emergency O2 Provider.	
02.10	Demonstrate the ability to conduct rapid neurological field examinations.	
02.11	Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for effective field emergency medical management of diving injuries including decompression illness, drowning, hypothermia, marine life injuries and conventional trauma.	
02.12	Demonstrate the ability to effectively hand off a diving accident victim to the EMS.	
03.0	Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to supervise recreational and working divers. – The student will be able to:	
03.01	Demonstrate the ability to work with students in training at various levels as an instructional assistant.	
03.02	Identify the various elements of management and control of a diving operation and demonstrate effective utilization of these elements.	
03.03	Demonstrate the ability to prepare a group dive plan, to include briefing, dive profiles, safety considerations, contingency and emergency plans.	
03.04	Demonstrate the ability to effectively manage a dive from the surface in the local environment, which includes boat diving.	
03.05	Demonstrate the ability to effectively manage a dive using in-water supervision.	
03.06	Identify the various programs a divemaster may conduct in the recreational industry and demonstrate the ability to conduct selected programs.  	
03.07	Identify the OSHA requirement for conducting a working dive.	
03.08	Identify the correct equipment for a working dive.	
03.09	Describe the correct work dive station setup.	
03.10	Identify the correct emergency procedures for a working dive.	
03.11	Identify the operational procedures for conducting a working dive.	
03.12	Identify the required documentation for a working dive.	
03.13	Supervise a working dive.	
04.0	Demonstrate the ability to effectively teach recreational scuba diving. – The student will be able to:	
04.01	Identify the elements of teaching theory.	
04.02	Identify the elements of Instructional techniques.	
04.03	Identify the domains of Bloom’s taxonomy.	
04.04	Define Learning.	
04.05	Define Teaching.	
04.06	Identify the elements of testing and evaluation.	
04.07	Identify the laws of learning.	
04.08	Identify factors that enhance learning.	
04.09	Identify the elements of oral communication.	
04.10	Describe the application of training aids.	
04.11	Define empathy, goals and motivation, reinforcement, pacing, continuity, relaxation and performance, physical awareness and sensitivity, physical surroundings, anxiety and fear.	
04.12	Identify the elements of class planning.	
04.13	Explain and apply the acronym TOM I PASTA.	
04.14	Identify the elements of a lesson plan for a classroom session.	
04.15	Identify the elements of a confined water lesson plan.	
04.16	Identify the elements of an open water lesson plan.	
04.17	Prepare a classroom lesson plan.	
04.18	Conduct a classroom lesson.	
04.19	Prepare a confined water lesson plan.	
04.20	Conduct a confined water lesson.	
04.21	Prepare an open water lesson plan.	
04.22	Conduct an open water lesson.	
05.0	Demonstrate a working knowledge of the business aspects of recreational diving. – The student will be able to:	
05.01	Outline the components of a good business plan.	
05.02	State the requirements for a good dive facility location. 	
05.03	Compare rent vs. purchase benefits when considering facility location.	
05.04	Describe the optimum layout for a dive facility.	
05.05	Estimate the standard recurring overhead costs for a dive facility.	
05.06	Determine the legal and insurance requirements for a dive facility.	
05.07	Identify the components for an employee policy and procedure manual. 	
05.08	State the requirements of local, state and federal laws as they apply to the employees of the dive facility.	
05.09	Describe the job description, salary and benefits for each position of the dive facility.	
05.10	Determine the product composition for the retail portion of the dive store.	
05.11	Describe the training requirements for a good sales force.	
05.12	Utilize the DEMA directory to identify dive store suppliers.	
05.13	List the techniques that may be used to merchandise the retail stock in the dive shop.	
05.14	State the methods of inventory control and their application in the dive store.	
05.15	Define margin, profit and cost per square foot as it applies to retail sales.	
05.16	Establish a price strategy after considering total fixed and variable costs.	
05.17	Describe the legal compliance requirements for a charter dive boat for hire. 	
05.18	Select the optimum dive boat for various types of diving by comparing hull types, power plants, capacity, operating costs and special features.	
05.19	State the common items that are necessary for all boats that charter dive trips.	
05.20	Determine fixed and variable costs associated with the boat.	
05.21	Compare lease/independent contractor vs. purchase in the dive boat operation.	
05.22	Identify equipment repair facility requirements for tools, workspace, repair costs and technician qualifications.	
05.23	List all costs and operating requirements for a clean air fill station.	
05.24	Describe the factors to consider for the rental program of a dive facility.  	
05.25	Estimate the depreciation costs for the service operation of the dive facility.	
05.26	Identify the physical requirements for the dive instruction program.	
05.27	Determine the requirements for the dive instruction staff.	
05.28	Create a dive instruction program based on various customer categories.	
05.29	Compare the different training agencies and their features.	
05.30	Establish a competitive pricing program for dive instruction based on total facility costs and profit expectations.	
05.31	Develop an advertising and marketing plan for a hypothetical dive facility.	
05.32	Demonstrate how PC based automation can improve the efficiency of a dive facility.	
06.0	Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for underwater photography. – The student will be able to:	
06.01	Identify the components of an underwater camera.	
06.02	Describe the application of film to underwater photography.	
06.03	Define shutter speed, aperture, depth of field, subject reflectivity, bracketing, available light exposure.	
06.04	Identify the properties of light underwater.	
06.05	Explain the interaction between camera, lens, shutter, film speed, light and focus.	
06.06	Identify the parts of an underwater strobe.	
06.07	Describe the application of artificial light to underwater photography.	
06.08	Identify the application of a light meter to underwater photography.	
06.09	Describe the components of composition of a picture.	
06.10	Identify proper maintenance items of underwater photography equipment.	
06.11	Identify the uses of different focal length lens. 	
06.12	Apply appropriate indices and take a series of pictures underwater.	
07.0	Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for scuba equipment maintenance and repair. – The student will be able to:	
07.01	Identify the materials used in the construction of BC’s.	
07.02	Identify the cleaning procedures for a BC.	
07.03	Describe and demonstrate the repair process for a BC.	
07.04	Perform repairs on a BC.	
07.05	Identify the materials used in the construction of a wetsuit.	
07.06	Identify the cleaning procedures for a wetsuit.	
07.07	Describe and demonstrate the repair process for a wetsuit.	
07.08	Perform repairs on a wetsuit.	
07.09	Identify the materials used in the construction of the first stages in regulators.	
07.10	Identify the different types of first stages.	
07.11	List the operating principles of the different types of first stages.	
07.12	Identify the parts of the different types of first stages.	
07.13	Explain the principle of cause and effect.	
07.14	Explain the process of problem solving different first stage maladies.	
07.15	Identify the correct tools for the different type of first stage repairs.	
07.16	Identify the correct testing devices for first stages.	
07.17	Identify the process for testing first stages.	
07.18	Perform first stage regulator repairs.	
07.19	Identify the different types of ancillary equipment attached to first stages.	
07.20	Identify the different types of second stages.	
07.21	Identify the materials used in the construction of different types of second stages.	
07.22	Explain the functional theory of the different types of second stages.	
07.23	Identify the parts of the different types of second stages.	
07.24	Explain the process of problem solving different maladies in second stages.	
07.25	Identify the correct tools for working on different types of second stages.	
07.26	Identify the correct testing devices for second stages.	
07.27	Identify the process for testing second stages.	
07.28	Perform repairs on second stages.	
07.29	Identify the materials used in the construction of Different types of Scuba tanks.	
07.30	Identify the DOT, OSHA, CGA, and Scuba industry standards for Visual tank inspection.	
07.31	Identify the DOT standards for hydro testing scuba tanks.	
07.32	Perform a visual inspection on a scuba cylinder.	
08.0	Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for diving using Nitrox as a breathing gas mixture. – The student will be able to:	
08.01	Define Nitrox.	
08.02	List Nitrox advantages and limitations.	
08.03	Explain Nitrox history, its current trends, and its future.	
08.04	List partial pressure considerations in use of mixed gasses.	
08.05	Define CNS oxygen toxicity and unit pulmonary toxicity dose.	
08.06	Determine percent CNS exposure.	
08.07	Describe how EAN is used in recompression therapy.	
08.08	Define Dalton’s Law, oxygen dose and maximum operating depth.	
08.09	Utilize the best mix equation.	
08.10	Explain the equivalent air depth concept.	
08.11	Demonstrate the ability to use NOAA Nitrox tables.	
08.12	Explain the EAD concept for recompression therapy and operation.	
08.13	Demonstrate how to use a Nitrox computer.	
08.14	Explain how EAN is mixed and analyzed.	
08.15	Describe the equipment requirements for EAN diving.	
08.16	Conduct repetitive dives using EAN mixtures.	
09.0	Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for computer based diving. – The student will be able to:	
09.01	Define tissue compartment types and their differences, nitrogen loading, and allowable nitrogen loading.	
09.02	Explain how slower compartments work and the way decompression limits can be determined.	
09.03	List the aspects of diving that make decompression theory necessary.	
09.04	Explain the Navy 120-minute compartment and the DSAT 60-minute compartment.	
09.05	Describe the limits of decompression theory and current experiments in no-decompression, repetitive, and multi-level diving.	
09.06	List the differences in U.S. Navy Dive Tables, DCIEM Tables, DSAT Tables, Bulman Tables, BSAC Tables and the PADI Wheel.	
09.07	Demonstrate how to conduct dive profiles using the U. S. Navy dive Tables, DSAT Tables and the Wheel.	
09.08	Define staged decompression and demonstrate how U. S. Navy dive Tables are used to plan staged decompression.	
09.09	Sketch a schematic of a dive computer.	
09.10	Define the purpose of a dive computer and list the data displays shared by all computers.	
09.11	Define multi-level diving.	
09.12	Explain why more decompression time may become available when ascending to a shallower depth after reaching the no-decompression limit at a deeper depth.	
09.13	Explain the limits of tables in multi-level diving.	
09.14	Compare the performance of different dive computers in multi-level diving.	
09.15	Compare and contrast the performance of various dive computers in repetitive diving.	
09.16	Explain the recommended procedures for ascent with any dive computer or table.	
09.17	Explain why dive computers should be relied upon for limited decompression only.	
09.18	Identify the features to consider when selecting a dive computer.	
09.19	State the safety rules that apply to diving with a dive computer.	
09.20	Demonstrate how to operate a dive computer on the surface, subsurface and emergency decompression mode.	
09.21	Demonstrate how to down load information from a dive computer to a PC.	
09.22	List the hazards of multi-level diving and how to avoid each.	
09.23	Identify the equipment needed for a multi-level dive and plan a multi-level dive with contingency plans for computer failure.	
10.0	   Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to perform underwater work using both scuba and SAS diving equipment. – The student will be able to:	
10.01	Identify the OSHA standards that apply to work diving.	
10.02	Distinguish between work diving and recreational scuba.	
10.03	Identify the correct equipment for scuba work diving.	
10.04	Identify the correct procedures for scuba work diving.	
10.05	Identify the training requirements for scuba work diving.	
10.06	Identify environmental concerns for scuba work diving.	
10.07	Perform a scuba work dive.	
10.08	Identify the OSHA standards that apply to SAS work diving equipment.	
10.09	Distinguish between scuba work diving and SAS work diving.	
10.10	Identify the correct equipment for SAS diving.	
10.11	Identify the required maintenance for SAS equipment.	
10.12	Identify the correct air sources for SAS work diving.	
10.13	Identify the correct procedures for SAS diving.	
10.14	Identify the training requirements for SAS diving.	
10.15	Identify the environmental concerns for SAS diving.	
10.16	Identify the required documentation for a SAS work dive.	
10.17	Identify the required skills for a SAS work dive.	
10.18	Perform an SAS work dive. 	
11.0	Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for effective research diving. – The student will be able to:	
11.01	Demonstrate scuba diving skills including buoyancy control and navigation at a level that permits safe and effective underwater survey and data collection.	
11.02	Explain basic research methodology, including experimental design.	
11.03	Describe marine archeological studies as they apply to preserving the fragile cultural artifacts of the Florida Keys.	
11.04	Relate marine environmental studies to the preservation of the fragile marine ecosystems of the Florida Keys.	
11.05	Demonstrate state-of-the-art underwater data collection, recording and preservation procedures for the scientific study of archaeology, physical oceanography, biology, etc.	
11.06	Discuss the interrelationships between natural ecological systems and underwater archaeological sites within different depositional environments.	
11.07	Explain the importance of research and public education programs in resolving conflicts relative to preserving the natural and cultural resources of the Florida Keys.	
12.0	Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for recompression chamber operations. – The student will be able to:	
12.01	Identify the functions of a recompression chamber.	
12.02	Identify the different types of recompression chambers.	
12.03	Identify the materials that recompression chambers are constructed from.	
12.04	Identify the US Coast Guard standards required for a recompression chamber.	
12.05	Identify the DOT requirements for a recompression chamber.	
12.06	Identify the ASME standards for a recompression chamber.	
12.07	Identify the NFPA requirements for a recompression chamber.	
12.08	Identify the NEC requirements for a recompression chamber.	
12.09	Identify the operational equipment for recompression chamber.	
12.10	Describe the maintenance requirements for a recompression chamber.	
12.11	Explain the physiological aspects of running a treatment in a recompression chamber.	
12.12	Explain the treatment tables for operating a recompression chamber.	
12.13	Calculate the air requirements for running different treatment tables.	
12.14	Calculate the Oxygen requirement for running different treatment tables.	
12.15	Research the medical requirements for running a treatment table.	
12.16	Conduct a simulated medical treatment in a recompression chamber.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory activities are an integral part of this program.  These activities include instruction in the use of safety procedures, tools, equipment, materials, and processes related to these occupations.  Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students. Laboratory activities for this program encompass a wide variety of both physical and natural environments including classrooms, a pool and an open water facility for student teaching; computer stations; equipment repair, storage and distribution areas (dive locker); actual and simulated underwater work stations in open water both inland and offshore; and diver delivery stations on docks, beaches and boats. Cooperative arrangements with local businesses allow advanced students to interact with real customers in the actual working environment. Laboratory activities range from basic motor skill development through the performance of complex underwater tasks, as well as diving supervision and teaching. Students participate in actual underwater work projects and serve as teaching assistants in actual courses. Equipment employed in laboratory activities includes both scuba and SAS diving equipment including helmets, umbilicals and compressors; wet and dry exposure suits; wireless and hard–wire underwater communications equipment; harnesses and tethers; and underwater computers, hand tools, cameras and other research instruments. The primary laboratory, an on-campus, open water, all weather underwater training area (UTA), contains abundant marine life, archeological artifacts (timbers from an actual treasure galleon) a sunken boat, submerged vehicles including a school bus, a large aeration system, and several work diving simulators. The UTA is served by a hard-wire underwater television and communications system that enables surface personnel to interact directly with those underwater.

Special Notes

The State of Florida is the world’s leading employer in the business of recreational diving. Many of these businesses, along with other employers of underwater workers, are represented on the A.A.S. Degree Advisory Committee for Diving Business and Technology. Classes involving diving sometimes are conducted at the site of these businesses, which represent a regular source of employment of students, often even before completion of their degree. Interaction with special classes conducted regularly for diving employees of such agencies as the Florida Department of Transportation, South Florida Water Management District, public safety agencies, and Federal agencies such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers provide degree-seeking students with an opportunity for first-hand experience with careers in diving technology.

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities as identified on the secondary student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or 504 plan or postsecondary student’s accommodations’ plan to meet individual needs and ensure equal access.  Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors.  Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education.  Accommodations change the way the student is instructed.  Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems.  Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Articulation

To be transferable statewide between institutions, this program must have been reviewed, and a “transfer value” assigned the curriculum content by the appropriate Statewide Course Numbering System discipline committee.  This does not preclude institutions from developing specific articulation agreements with each other. 

For details on articulation agreements which correlate to programs and industry certifications refer to http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp.

Program Length

The AAS degree requires the inclusion of a minimum of 15 credits of general education coursework according to SACS.  The standard length of this program is 62 credit hours according to Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.

Certificate Programs

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).  This AAS degree program includes the following College Credit Certificates:

	Commercial/Work Diving (0249030405) – 10 credit hours
	Fundamentals of Professional Diving (0249030404) – 18 credit hours
	Professional Dive Instructor (0249030403) – 11 credit hours
	Professional Diving Medical Technician (0249030402) – 15 credit hours
	Professional Research Diving (0249030401) – 11 credit hours

Standards for the above certificate programs are contained in separate curriculum frameworks.