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 explained. Including 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 essential companion for anyone enrolling on the RYA Yachtmaster course, whether for sail or power.