Most houses in the Caribbean Islands use cisterns. Although a few residents may have access to a city water distribution system, most use the rain water gathered from the roof. We will examine the following questions:

• How big should my cistern be?
• What difference does the size of my roof make?
• How much water will my family consume?
• What is the importance of rainfall quantity and distribution?
• What is the importance of location and topography for rainfall?
• Your Questions    This link will provide you with some ideas and provide a form for submitting your questions about water supply.

Fields of Science to be Addressed:

Meteorology:

• Meteorology Overview
• Clouds
• S'COOL On-LIne Coud Chart
• Local Cloud Pictures

• Geometry
• Statistical Analysis

• Solubility
• Acid base chemistry

• Bacteriology
• Public Health

• Strength of Materials and Structure Review

Laboratory :

1. Statistical Analysis

Projects and Extensions:

• Cisterns
• Public Water Systems
• Water Purification
• Desalination
• Statistical modeling of rainfall and water reserves
• Cisterns and the VI Building Code
• Wells