Getting the most out of a fast powerboat requires specialist knowledge and skill as well as a healthy respect for the environmentin which you operate. Cruscial subjects such as hull design and construction, engines and propulsion, coping with extreme conditions, collision avoidance, communiactions and much more. Adjust to the faster pace of 25 to 100 knots, Understand the effect of high speed on boat handling, negotiate waves safely, master high speed navigation, control tight high speed turns etc. 257 pages. HB. 2004.