Independent course guide · References checked 30 September 2026. Confirm current standards and your eligibility with an authorised instructor.
Where this course fits
An Open Water qualification or equivalent and logged experience are required. Confirm current age and experience thresholds.
Ask whether the configuration you intend to use is suitable and allow time to become comfortable with it.
TDI Intro to Tech: learning scope
Entry & preparation
An Open Water qualification or equivalent and logged experience are required. Confirm current age and experience thresholds.
What you study
Develop the buoyancy, trim, propulsion and team awareness used in technical training.
- Equipment configuration
- Trim and propulsion
- Planning, gas awareness and team skills
Qualification boundary
Intro to Tech does not authorise planned decompression or overhead penetration.
A visual summary of this independent course guide. Confirm current prerequisites and standards with the agency and instructor.
What the training focuses on
| Learning area | Discuss before booking |
|---|---|
| Equipment configuration | How will this be taught and assessed? |
| Trim and propulsion | What preparation and equipment should I bring? |
| Planning, gas awareness and team skills | What happens if I need more practice? |
Understand the qualification’s scope
Intro to Tech does not authorise planned decompression or overhead penetration.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a decompression qualification?
No. It develops foundations for further training.
Can it help a recreational diver?
The control and awareness skills can be useful even if you do not continue into technical diving.
Should I buy all the equipment first?
Discuss the configuration with the instructor before making substantial purchases.
What should an Australian course quote include?
Ask for an itemised total covering learning materials, practical sessions, certification, equipment, boat or site fees and any extra training. Availability, duration and prices are centre-specific.
Where do I confirm the latest prerequisites?
Use the official TDI information linked below and ask the authorised instructor to check your certification, age, experience, medical and first-aid records. A similar course name from another agency is not automatic equivalence.
Official course information
TDI: Intro to Tech ↗Agency standards determine certification requirements. This guide does not reproduce the full standard or imply agency endorsement.
Related next steps
Check prerequisites and readiness before choosing another course.