The main laws of kinematics and dynamics of translational motion are set out, the conclusion of the calculation formula for calculating the acceleration of free fall is made, the description of the laboratory installation - the Atwood machine is given, the methodical instructions for conducting measurements and processing their results are given. Methodical instructions for performing laboratory work MP1 are intended for students studying in the following areas: chemistry 04. 03. 01, chemical technology 18. 03. 01, Biotechnology 19. 03. 01, technosphere security 20. 03. 01. This laboratory work is carried out during the study of the course of general physics at the Department of Physics and Technical Mechanics of the Institute of Fine Chemical Technologies .. M. In. Lomonosov