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Wreck Survey Diver
Advanced wreck documentation and survey training for experienced open-circuit wreck divers. Teaches wreck survey methodology, mapping and recording techniques, photogrammetry basics, artifact documentation procedures, and archaeological protocols. Ideal for wreck research projects, archaeological expeditions, and professional wreck surveying.
Prerequisites
Minimum 18 years old. For non-penetration surveying: IANTD Wreck Diver (or higher). For internal wreck penetration surveying: IANTD Tek Lite Wreck Diver (or higher). Proof of minimum 25 logged wreck dives.
Instructors Teaching This Course
Thailand
United States
Dive Centres Offering This Course
Thailand
We're still building out the directory country by country, so this list isn't every instructor or dive centre teaching it in the world — more locations are coming soon.
Common questions about IANTD Wreck Survey Diver
What are the prerequisites for IANTD Wreck Survey Diver?
IANTD's standards require: Minimum 18 years old. For non-penetration surveying: IANTD Wreck Diver (or higher). For internal wreck penetration surveying: IANTD Tek Lite Wreck Diver (or higher). Proof of minimum 25 logged wreck dives.
What is the minimum age for IANTD Wreck Survey Diver?
IANTD's standards state: Minimum 18 years old.
How many dives do I need before starting IANTD Wreck Survey Diver?
IANTD's standards state: Proof of minimum 25 logged wreck dives.
Where can I take IANTD Wreck Survey Diver?
1 dive centre and 2 instructors in the TecDiveTools directory teach IANTD Wreck Survey Diver, in Thailand and the United States. Each is listed further up this page.