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.