Explain basic techniques used in boat building.

Explanation should include

• the distinction between production and custom-built boats
• fabrication equipment, procedures, materials, and quality control
• construction methods for a variety of boat types.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What are the advantages and disadvantages of different hull types (e.g., round, flat, V-hull, cathedral) in boat construction?
• What is the relationship between a vessel's waterline length and its hull speed?