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Understanding a nautical chart : a practical guide to safe navigation / Paul Boissier.
| Author/creator | Boissier, Paul |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | Chichester, West Sussex : Wiley Nautical, 2011. |
| Description | 194 pages : color illustrations ; 30 cm |
| Supplemental Content | Cover image |
| Subjects |
| Contents | What is a chart? -- A chart is never 100% accurate -- What the chart-maker does for us -- Other relevant documentation -- How to use a chart -- Orientation -- The basics (and where to find them) -- Depth and elevations -- Landmarks, lights and coastal features -- Dangers: wrecks, rocks and obstructions -- Navigation restrictions and limits -- Radar and radio -- Tides, tidal streams and currents -- Small craft features -- Other charting authorities -- GPS -- Digital charting -- Symbols and abbreviations used on admiralty paper charts. |
| Abstract | "Navigation and charts fascinate novice and experienced seamen alike, and this book is the easiest way to gain an immediate and clear understanding of the information on the nautical chart. There is a full explanation of how to establish the accuracy of charts to allow you to navigate with confidence and safety. Learning the abbreviations and symbols are critical to anybody using a chart and before you can use one, you must know them or at have easy access to the definitions, all of which are included in a full copy of the key to UKHO charts (Chart 5011). Understanding Nautical Charts not only helps you to read a chart, crucially it allows you to understand that information and use it to navigate safely"--Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| LCCN | 2011006428 |
| ISBN | 9780470749135 (pbk.) |
| ISBN | 047074913X (pbk.) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | General Stacks | VK559 .B76 2011 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |