Two new courses which have been added to the freshman engineering cuniculum to replace the traditional introductory engineering courses are discussed. These courses were designed to introduce the student to the use of the personal computer to establish a link between physical measurements, data acquisition, analysis, and the control of physical systems. The computer tools are also used in the forma] presentation of results. This engineering experience will stimulate interest, reduce early attrition, and increase the attractiveness of the engineering program.