Quote: (Originally Posted by dive2dive2000)
Phi,
The person IMO. The internet is a great place to aid in research, FAQ, and intelect bannter, but to rely on it as a total learning tool in replace of Instruction is down right foolishness on any level from OW to CCR diving. Its interesting to post and ponder on the web, but do people really believe...
Agreed. The internet can certainly provide some useful tidbits of info. here and there, but as Marty and Phi have mentioned riddled with inaccuracy and possible agenda. The best form of learning for Rebreather's occurs in a dynamic and collaborative teaching environment. This means learning through practical application in a relevant context with a good group of folks. Key to quality and success is the educator, educational materials and nature of student.
As per missing certain aspects of training, like minimum loop volume - it happens. I don't know any instructor who hasn't forgotten something along the way. That's why there are standards for all courses. Even better yet, is a standard checklist which both the instructor and student discuss and sign at the conclusion of the course. Anything forgotten, or poorly understood part of the training can be cleared up at that point. I would think a mod. variant would be helpful in the future, but then again it could be voluminously long winded too. I work with standards all the time and some things which are easy enough to get on one page can occupy an entire library.
Addtionally, if you wanted to see what the minimum requirements are for a dive course it's easy enough to get from the agencies, or from the instructor in charge. Transparency is another aspect about quality instruction/instructor.