AAUS Class Information

This class is for AAUS (American Academy of Underwater Sciences) scientific diver qualification -  but you will also receive your IANTD rescue*, and DAN CPR/First Aid/O2* certifications

*If you already have rescue and first aid certifications that is alright! You can still take the class to get your AAUS qualification 

AAUS Class Information 

Welcome to Stanford University’s Scientific Diving Program. The primary purpose of this program is to ensure that all diving under the auspices of Stanford University is conducted in a safe manner in accordance with the standards of the scientific diving community and those of the American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS), of which Stanford is an organizational member. Our diving safety guidelines call for documentation of diving fitness, training, experience, and equipment maintenance prior to beginning diving under Stanford’s auspices.

Interested in the upcoming AAUS class? Please review the requirements below before completing the application form: 

1. Must be a certified Open Water Diver from a approved institution (PADI, NAUI, SSI, IANTD etc.) 

2. Must pass a AAUS medical exam Science Diver Medical FormPrint forms and bring to the doctor's office. Perform all indicated tests for initial screening. Email medical packet and test results to Dr. Newman in a secure email ( Secure: anewman@stanford.edu ) ONLY! 

3. Must pass an AAUS Swim Test 

   1. Swim underwater for a distance of 25 yards (23 meters) without surfacing.
   2. Swim 400 yards (366 meters) in less than 12 minutes.
   3. Tread water for 10 minutes, or 2 minutes without the use of hands.
   4. Transport a passive person of equal size a distance of 25 yards (23 meters) in the water.

4. If you are accepted into the AAUS class the swim test and check out dive will be held with our DSO. You get 1 attempt to pass the swim test that day. 

5. If you do not pass you can try again on the next AAUS class swim test - but you will not be allowed re attempt that day. - it is an AAUS requirement to pass - PRACTICE YOR SWIM !!!!! 

AAUS scientific dive course is a pass/fail course. The DSO and DSO designee AAUS instructors have the right through AAUS to fail a student if they feel the diver is unsafe to themselves or others. However, the AAUS instructors will do everything in their power to work with you through challenges. 

Equipment

Stanford has "life support gear for rent" which includes BCD, regulators, tanks and dive computers. We do NOT have personal gear for rent. Please make an appointment to get your personal gear with Adam Wendt (DSO) . Required for the course is the following equipment must be purchased and available prior to joining

• Wetsuit (minimum 7mm) and hood 
• Boots (suggested 5mm or more)
• Gloves (suggested 3mm)
• Mask and snorkel
• Fins (must be heel strap)

• Dive bag or tote (action packer recommended)

  Personal Gear Policy:

  If you are using your own BCD, regulator, dive computer, etc. please consult with the DSO if you have questions about the nature of gear being appropriate for the course. You may use your own BCD, Regulator and Dry suit. These pieces of equipment MUST be inspected and have service documents and/or receipts prior to use! 

  BCD Inspection Form

  Regulator Inspection Form

  Dry-suit Inspection Form

  Email copy of inspection forms and service receipts to Adam Wendt (DSO) 
   

  Renting Stanford Gear 

  Stanford has dive gear for rent for the AAUS class - please consult Adam Wendt (DSO)  if you need a BCD, Regulator, or dive computer 

  Must have Dive Accident Insurance 

  Dive Accident Insurance

  Email copy of insurance to Adam Wendt (DSO) 

  Sign Liability form 

  Sign the Liability Waiver Email waiver to Adam Wendt (DSO) 

Housing for AAUS information below 

Payment and Housing Information for AAUS Class