Varsity Physics

A great measurement lab using an electronic spark timer. This lab also teaches students to use Excel formulas as well as creating graphs in Excel. Excel is a great career skill.

This is an example Excel spreadsheet for the Toy Car Acceleration Lab. Be sure to look at how the formulas are constructed. Be sure to teach students how to use Excel formulas and graphs. Stress the importance of labeling the axes and units.

A great introduction lab for Physics class. This lab illustrates the point to be very specific with instructions and writing in lab reports. Introduces students to the lab style in your class.