Rocket Lab in AP Physics C/UConn ECE Course

October 2025 

Students in Mrs. Britchi’s AP Physics C/ UConn ECE General Physics with Calculus course have been conducting a rocket projectile lab out on the DHHS turf the last few weeks. The rockets were first launched vertically to calculate velocity. Students then used this data to calculate the theoretical horizontal distance (range), as well as time in the air of the rocket for the rockets launched at a given angle. The rockets were then launched at an angle and students were able to compare their theoretical calculations with actual results.