The water cycle and water supplies

The circulation of water in the hydrological cycle, historical sources of water in Clyde basin towns and cities; links with water-related disease (e.g.: cholera epidemics in Glasgow, Paisley and Greenock); introduction of modern water supplies (e.g.: Loch Katrine for Glasgow and Loch Thom for Greenock); the UK problem – water surplus in north-west, deficit in south-east, possible solutions; water storage/transfer schemes in other countries e.g.: California, Egypt.

Outcomes of learning

• Subject knowledge and understanding
• Greater awareness of the issues on water supply for household use
•Depth of knowledge on employability options surrounding this topic
• Enterprising skills and attitudes developed (ACfE) by communicating and contributing ideas
• Employability skills enhanced – working with a team in a ‘real’ situation
• Increased self-confidence of working independently and in teams

Relevance to curriculum

• Supports 5-14 Environmental Studies
• Supports Curriculum for Excellence