The PADI Diver Propulsion Vehicle (DPV) Course
DPVs offer a thrilling way to see a lot of
underwater territory in a brief amount of
time. They scoot you through the water without
kicking. Whether making a shore dive or diving
from a boat, a DPV is a great way to see more
and have a blast doing it.
The
Fun Part
Fun? Underwater scooters (DPVs) are
a kick! It’s all fun.
What You
Learn
Diver propulsion vehicle dive planning
organization, procedures, techniques,
problems and hazards
• Equipment considerations
• Diver etiquette and how to avoid harming
fragile aquatic life
The Scuba Gear You Use
You use all the basic scuba gear and
a DPV (underwater scooter).
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The Learning
Materials You Need
Whether you’re interested in purchasing
a DPV or you’re the proud owner of a
new underwater jetpack, PADI’s DPV Diver
materials provide a comprehensive overview
of this exciting area of diving. The
Diver Propulsion Vehicle Manual and
video on DVD cover DPV maintenance,
battery care, proper transportation,
dive planning considerations and troubleshooting.
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Prerequisites
You must be:
• A PADI Open Water Diver or Junior
Open Water Diver (or qualifying certification
from another organization)
• At least 12 years old
Your Next
Adventure
DPVs can come in handy when wreck diving
because they let you tour more of the
wreck, plus reduce your air consumption.
You may want to consider the PADI Wreck
Diver course while working your way
to Master Scuba Diver.
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