OW class question

[boulderjohn]

Well, let me ask you this, how old is your computer right now?

Let's say it's 5 years old or more, from today on forward, how much longer do you expect it to function reliably?

The first computer I bought is now 15 years old, and it works perfectly. I don't use it much anymore, and it only has about 500 dives on it, so I can't really tell you how much longer I expect it to last.

 

[Pavao]

Very well T.C., to answer your question of where one can buy 2 computers with $185... Well, buy used.

You can actually buy 2 computers, tables and still have money left for beer with $185.

 

[T.C.]

Yes, buying used is a good deal for things like computers. However, the availability can be sporatic.

 

[Aqua-Andy]

I have not read all the posts in this thread but here is my 2 cents. Good for you in wanting to learn tables. I think they are actually a great visual learning tool for teaching how time/depth relates to nitrogen absorption and off gassing.

 

[T.C.]

I have not read all the posts in this thread

Let me summarize:
Me: Learn tables, computers fail and you’ll DIE! You’ll NEVER have enough money for a computer!
Some other people: Buy more Stuff!
Everyone: Drink Beer!

Where are we now?

 

[boulderjohn]

I have not read all the posts in this thread but here is my 2 cents. Good for you in wanting to learn tables. I think they are actually a great visual learning tool for teaching how time/depth relates to nitrogen absorption and off gassing.

There are other ways to do that. You ought to see the computer simulator that comes with the class and goes into all that in very great detail.

There are a number of books written on decompression theory, including Powell's Deco for Divers, that teach that concept very well without using tables.

 

[Aqua-Andy]

There are other ways to do that. You ought to see the computer simulator that comes with the class and goes into all that in very great detail.

There are a number of books written on decompression theory, including Powell's Deco for Divers, that teach that concept very well without using tables.

I agree there are other ways of teaching this theory but I was just pointing out that the tables can be a good learning tool. As Deco for Divers I have it and can't get through a chapter without falling asleep, talk about a dry read.

 

[boulderjohn]

I agree there are other ways of teaching this theory but I was just pointing out that the tables can be a good learning tool. As Deco for Divers I have it and can't get through a chapter without falling asleep, talk about a dry read.

Apparently you are one of those who would do better learning with the help of an instructor. Perhaps you could take a class that includes the key information instead.

 

[T.C.]

Apparently you are one of thoee who would do better learning with the help of an instructor. Perhaps you could take a class that includes the key information instead.

Oh, I get it! Because his opinion that your pet book is a slow read, he must need an instructor's help, huh.

Good job, moderator. Between you and Diver0001, it seems you two have the power abuse function all locked down here.

 

[Aqua-Andy]

Apparently you are one of thoee who would do better learning with the help of an instructor. Perhaps you could take a class that includes the key information instead.

Ah, ya, whatever!