A.S. Degree Marine Diving Technician program trains professional commercial divers and technicians.  The program is open to part-time and full-time students for both diving and non-diving related coursework.  The training curriculum includes instruction in all phases of commercial diving, hyperbaric medicine, marine science, boating, bell/saturation diving emergency medicine, and remote operated vehicles (ROV’s) to name but a few.  Teamwork and Safety are the prime emphases of marine technician training.  Students completing the full Associate in Science program are also eligible for industry certifications which are required for employment.  The A.S. degree increases the diversity of career paths and employability of graduates within the marine industry.  A.S. degree students train in marine technology and supplement their skills with specialized technology classes and general education requirements.

Admission Requirements: The program is open to all interested students to both diving and non-diving classes.

1. Non-diving students submit SBCC Application to Admissions Office
2. Students enrolling in diving classes, provide proof of diving certification and submit the Department Application for Diving.

Associate Degree Graduation Requirements

Complete all of the following:

1. All Department Requirements listed below with a “C” or better or “P” in each course (at least 20% of the department requirements must be completed through SBCC).
2. One of the following three General Education options:
   1. OPTION 1: A minimum of 18 units of SBCC General Education Requirements (Areas A-D) and Institutional Requirements (Area E) and Information Competency Requirement (Area F) OR
   2. OPTION 2: IGETC Pattern OR
   3. OPTION 3: CSU GE Breadth Pattern
3. A total of 60 degree-applicable units (SBCC courses numbered 100 and higher).
4. Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better in all units attempted at SBCC.
5. Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better in all college units attempted.
6. A minimum of 12 units through SBCC.

Recommended Electives

1. Meet the qualifications of an entry-level commercial diver established by the United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration, the United States Coast Guard, the American National Standards Institute and the Association of Diving Contractors
2. Comprehend physical laws governing hyperbaric and industrial operations in a marine environment
3. Conduct hyperbaric and industrial-related activities safely and in accordance with recognized agency and industry standards
4. Apply knowledge of diving techniques and associated capabilities to determine proper operational procedures for diverse marine-related construction, inspection, maintenance, repair and decommissioning projects
5. Perform the assigned duties of an entry-level diver as an individual or member of a support team in a safe, effective and efficient manner

Make an appointment with your SBCC academic counselor through Starfish to create a Student Education Plan that reflects a recommended course sequence for this program that is tailored to your individual needs.

How to schedule an Academic Counseling appointment.