Ship Stability Strength and Loading Principles 2023

This is a clear and instructive guide to ship stability for anyone studying to become certified to Mate/Master or Officer of the Watch (OOW) level. It covers the ship stability syllabus requirements for learners studying for STCW 78 as amended for both OFFICER IN CHARGE OF NAVIGATIONAL WATCH REG and CHIEF MATE/MASTER REG. II/2 (UNLIMITED) certificate of competency. It also covers the principles of ship construction, to assist understanding of the nature of ship hull stresses in service. The text is extensively illustrated and supported by worked examples.