Divers Institute of Technology

Divers Institute of Technology (DIT) is a private, post-secondary school located in Seattle, Washington, United States. The institute specializes in commercial diving and underwater welding education, offering a seven-month program that provides the training necessary for students to enter the commercial diving industry.

History

Divers Institute of Technology was founded in 1968 by John Manley, a former United States Navy diver. The school was initially located in Los Angeles, California, but moved to its current location in Seattle in 2003. The move was prompted by the desire to provide students with a more challenging training environment, as the waters of the Puget Sound are colder and have stronger currents than those in California.

Programs

Divers Institute of Technology offers a seven-month program that combines classroom instruction with practical, hands-on training. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including underwater welding, underwater cutting, hyperbaric chamber operations, and scuba diving techniques. Students also receive training in emergency medical procedures and hazardous materials handling.

Accreditation

Divers Institute of Technology is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). The school is also approved by the Washington State Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Board and the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.

Alumni

Many graduates of Divers Institute of Technology have gone on to successful careers in the commercial diving industry. Some have worked on major projects such as the construction of the Alaskan Pipeline, while others have found employment with companies such as Lockheed Martin and Boeing.

See also

• Commercial diving
• Underwater welding
• List of colleges and universities in Washington