Study Guide for SSI Open Water Diver
Certification
This guide is designed for students attending the Inme Deep Sea Adventure camp in
Andaman on May 14. It prepares you for the SSI Open Water Diver certification test
scheduled on Day 4 of the camp.
Test Overview
- Format: 50 multiple-choice questions
- Date: Day 4 of the camp (after lunch)
- Topics: Diving physics, physiology, planning, equipment, and emergency procedures
- Certification: SSI Open Water Diver or Scuba Diver, based on performance
Core Study Topics
1. Diving Physics
- Pressure and volume relationships (Boyle’s Law)
- Buoyancy and Archimedes’ Principle
- Air density and effects underwater
2. Diving Physiology
- Decompression sickness (the bends)
- Nitrogen narcosis and oxygen toxicity
- Barotrauma and pressure injuries
3. Scuba Equipment
- Parts of scuba unit (BCD, regulator, tank, SPG)
- Proper maintenance and checks (BWRAF)
4. Dive Planning
- Using dive tables and computers
- No-decompression limits (NDLs)
- Surface intervals
5. Communication & Navigation
- Standard hand signals
- Compass and natural navigation
6. Emergency Procedures
- Out-of-air scenarios and responses
- Controlled emergency swimming ascent (CESA)
- Gear failure and entanglement
7. Environmental Awareness
- Marine life protection
- Buoyancy control to prevent reef damage
Recommended Study Resources
SSI Digital Learning: https://my.divessi.com
Open Water Exams PDF: https://cozumelscuba.com/wp-content/uploads/Open-Water-
Exams.pdf
Quizlet Flashcards: https://quizlet.com/113032957/ssi-open-water-diver-final-exam-
flash-cards/
Docsity Practice (2023): https://www.docsity.com/en/docs/ssi-open-water-final-
exam-50-questions-answers-2023/10131239/
Docsity Practice (2024): https://www.docsity.com/en/docs/ssi-open-water-diver-
final-exam-with-questions-and-answers-2024/10927286/
Stuvia Practice: https://www.stuvia.com/en-us/doc/7180016/ssi-open-water-diver-
final-exam-questions-with-complete-solutions-latest-2025
3-Day Study Plan
Day 1-2: Review Equipment, Dive Physics; Watch SSI videos; Use Quizlet flashcards.
Day 3: Practice the Cozumel test; Review dive planning and emergency skills.
Day 4 (Morning): Revise signs, signals, and key safety concepts; stay relaxed.
Study Tips
- Use visual aids and videos.
- Practice with flashcards daily.
- Teach concepts to someone else to reinforce learning.
- Stay well-rested and hydrated.
- Ask instructors if you're unsure about anything.