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Computer Diving on Big Pine Key: A half‑day SSI specialty to master your dive computer
A 1/2‑day SSI Computer Diving course for certified Open Water Divers (ages 12+) that teaches the functions and benefits of dive computers and offers an optional afternoon guided dive to practice skills.
Computer Diving on Big Pine Key: A half‑day SSI specialty to master your dive computer.
SSI designed the Computer Diving program to help certified divers become familiar with the features and benefits of using a dive computer, teaching how to use its functions before, during, and after a dive so divers can increase safety and make planning and executing dives easier.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Get the most from your dive computer
The SSI Computer Diving specialty explores the full capabilities of different dive computers so certified divers can move beyond basic readings and use all functions to increase safety and simplify dive planning.
Concentrated morning training
Training is delivered in a compact morning session that finishes up by lunch, making this an efficient half‑day course for divers who want focused instruction without a full‑day commitment.
Option to test skills with an afternoon dive
After morning training you can add a guided afternoon dive during booking to apply what you learned and evaluate your use of your dive computer in real conditions.
What the day feels like
What the course feels like
The Computer Diving program is a focused, instructor‑led short course that walks certified divers through the functions and benefits of dive computers—covering setup, interpretation, and best practices for use before, during, and after dives—delivered in a morning session that wraps up by lunch.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The program is a half‑day course delivered in the morning and finished by lunch; an optional guided afternoon dive may be added during booking.
Once booked you will receive online academic materials (typically within 24 hours) and a course introduction letter outlining schedule and expectations.
This course does not include any boat trips unless a boat option is selected during the booking process.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the SSI Computer Diving course?
The course is a half‑day program, with training delivered in the morning and wrapping up by lunch.
What are the prerequisites to take this course?
Participants must be at least 12 years old and certified as Open Water Divers.
Does the course include a guided dive?
The course does not include any boat trips or guided dives by default; you can add a guided afternoon dive during booking to test skills learned in the morning.
When do I receive course materials?
After booking you will receive your online academic materials, typically within 24 hours, along with a course introduction letter outlining schedule and expectations.
When is the training delivered during the day?
Training is scheduled in the morning and finishes up by lunch.
Can younger divers participate?
Yes — the program accepts divers who are 12 years of age and older, provided they are certified Open Water Divers.