Yachtmaster for Sail and Power

Yachtmaster for Sail and Power is a major reference book that has proved invaluable for the many sailors following the RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore course. This highly respected and refreshingly practical study guide covers the whole syllabus in detail, all illustrated with colour photographs, charts and worked examples throughout.It covers:¿ 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 explainedIncluding the latest updates, new artwork and a modern, user-friendly design, this fifth edition compliments the syllabus and assists with exam preparation. It''s an es