Now in its sixth edition, Yachtmaster for Sail and Power is an essential companion for anyone enrolling on the RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore course. This highly respected and refreshingly practical study guide covers the whole syllabus in detail, illustrated with colour photographs, charts and worked examples throughout. Contents includes: ??? Chartwork - with useful worked examples ??? Electronic navigation - how to use the latest technology for safe navigation: radar, electronic chart plotting and GPS ??? ...
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Now in its sixth edition, Yachtmaster for Sail and Power is an essential companion for anyone enrolling on the RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore course. This highly respected and refreshingly practical study guide covers the whole syllabus in detail, illustrated with colour photographs, charts and worked examples throughout. Contents includes: ??? Chartwork - with useful worked examples ??? Electronic navigation - how to use the latest technology for safe navigation: radar, electronic chart plotting and GPS ??? Pilotage - buoyage fully explained and illustrated ??? Communications - the latest information on maritime communications including GMDSS ??? Weather - the elements of meteorology, weather sources and forecasts ??? Safety and survival - new SOLAS regulations ??? Stability and buoyancy - principles simply explained Including the latest updates, new artwork and a modern, user-friendly design, this 6th edition complements the syllabus and assists with exam preparation.
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