Download or read book Core Principles of Maritime Navigation written by Alexander Arnfinn Olsen and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2022-08-12 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Core Principles of Maritime Navigation introduces the main navigation concepts required by trainees and professionals involved in maritime operations. The book covers a wide range of subjects from wind, waves and depths to navigational marks and buoys, navigational techniques and equipment, passage planning, duties of the Officer of the Watch, berthing and anchorage. It is not intended to be a technical publication; rather, it aims to introduce core ideas and concepts in an accessible way for general readers, university students, cadets and for the continuous professional development of experienced seafarers.